Finding a water leak coming from your water heater can be scary. Whether it’s just some dripping or gushing water, it’s important to find the cause of the leak. Some leaks require an emergency visit from your plumber, while others could be a quick DIY fix.
Are you traveling this holiday season? Among the hustle and bustle of getting out the door, remember to prepare your plumbing before you leave.
Preparing your plumbing before leaving for a vacation this summer will save you money. It will also save you from coming home to severe water damage. Follow these quick tips to prep your home this year.
Shut off your water before leaving for vacation
Leaving your water on while you’re away is practically asking for water damage. Avoid coming home to a flooded home, shut-off the main water valve for some peace of mind while you’re away. If the main water is turned off, then you won’t have any leaking faucets to rack up a huge water bill while you’re away either.
Remember to shut off the individual valves to large appliances like the dishwasher, washing machine, and icemaker.
Emergency plumbing visits can be expensive. You not only pay for the expense of the fix, but you’ll also be shelling out extra for the off-hours or emergency visit. Avoid hefty plumbing bills by taking proactive care of your home’s plumbing system.
Know where to find the emergency water shut-off valve to prevent a plumbing mishap from becoming a plumbing emergency.
Why Locate the Water Shut-off Valve?
Why should you know where the emergency water shut-off valve?
Like knowing where to find the electric breaker, you need to know where your main water supply shut-off is in case of a plumbing emergency like an overflowing toilet.
In the event that your home has a burst pipe or other emergency, your main supply shut-off valve is your best line of defense. If you don’t know where your shut-off valve is, your home is at risk for severe water damage.
There’s nothing better than a nice warm shower on a cold morning. Of course, what’s relaxing about a shower with low water pressure?
Causes of Water Pressure Drops in the Shower
So, what could be causing the drop in water pressure and how do you prevent it? There are a number of different valves and pipes that work together to control the water pressure in your shower. The best option is to contact a plumber to discuss any problems with your piping.
With freezing temperatures, pipes can freeze leading to a number of problems in your home. The most damaging consequence of frozen plumbing is a burst pipe. Protect your home from frozen pipes.
A burst pipe can cause damage to your home such as:
High water bills
Flooding in your home
Mildew
Mold
Ruined flooring
Other water damage
To prevent frozen pipes, and burst pipes, in your home, follow this checklist.
Old leaky pipes are breeding grounds for dangerous mold like black mold. Bathroom and kitchen fixtures like sinks, tubs, and showers hide dangerous mold where you don’t or can’t clean. This mold could be making your family sick.
Do your kids always seem to be getting sick? Are you feeling under the weather for no apparent reason? Do your allergies go crazy when you’re inside your home? You could have hidden mold from water leaks, old pipes, or ancient fixtures.
Ensure your home is safe and clean for your family with new pipes and complete bathroom and kitchen remodels. If we encounter mold, we’ll call the best cleaning services we know. We will ensure your home is clean before we let your family spend another day there. You can trust that you are in good hands with Charles Moon Plumbing technicians.
Mold in your bathroom is not only unsightly, but it’s also a health hazard. Mold can cause a number of health-related issues including headaches, cold symptoms, and more serious issues.
Winter can be the source of a number of problems for your plumbing. From frozen or burst pipes to clogged drains from hearty holiday meals, your plumbing takes a beating. One thing that you might not consider is how the frozen ground could affect your septic tank. Avoid costly repairs by having your plumbing inspected and maintained regularly by a professional.
Frozen Ground = Frozen Septic Lines
Many homes in southern and central Delaware rely on Septic Tanks for disposing of their waste. Generally, the septic system is safe from winter weather, but prolonged periods below freezing temperatures without snow cover will cause the ground to freeze. The recent polar vortex with below freezing temperatures without snowfall is the perfect conditions for damage to your underground plumbing.
Before buying a new home, make sure that you aren’t buying a lemon with a thorough home inspection of your plumbing. Follow the checklist below to ensure your plumbing is in top shape before you sign.
Check Toilet Flush Pressure
When inspecting a potential new home, flush the toilets. This may seem odd, but flushing the toilet will reveal a number of things about the plumbing in your new home. For example, low toilet flush pressure can be a sign that your new home could have low water pressure. Also, watch that the toilet stops running. A running toilet could be a sign that your home needs plumbing work. It could also predict high water bills in the future.
Emergency plumbing visits can be expensive. You not only pay for the expense of the fix, but you’ll also be shelling out extra for the off-hours or emergency visit. Avoid hefty plumbing bills by taking proactive care of your home’s plumbing system.
Know the Difference
The first step to preventing an emergency is to know the difference between an emergency and a non-emergency.
A plumbing emergency is one where you cannot locate the source of the problem or if it presents a health hazard to your or your family. Problems with your water heater may pose extreme danger to your home or family, consider calling a plumber to discuss a problem with your water heater right away.
We’ve all been there. You flush the toilet expecting the bowl to empty nicely. This time, the water doesn’t go down. It rises and rises. You know what is happening, but you don’t know how to stop it from overflowing. Eventually, the water flows over the top of the bowl spreading waste all over your beautiful bathroom floor.
How could you have prevented this catastrophe? No matter what caused the clogged toilet leading to the overflow, there are a number of things you can do to stop a toilet from overflowing – without getting dirty.
Winter can be the source of a number of problems for your plumbing. From frozen or burst pipes to clogged drains from hearty holiday meals, your plumbing takes a beating. One thing that you might not consider is how the frozen ground could affect your septic tank. Avoid costly repairs by having your plumbing inspected and maintained regularly by a professional.
Check Toilet Flush Pressure
Emergency plumbing visits can be expensive. You not only pay for the expense of the fix, but you’ll also be shelling out extra for the off-hours or emergency visit. Avoid hefty plumbing bills by taking proactive care of your home’s plumbing system.
