Basic Plumbing Repairs You Can Do on Your Own
The average residential leak wastes 9,400 gallons of water each year, according to estimates. Plumbing issues that go unchecked may be quite costly and might come back to bother you when you most need water. It’s a pain to turn on the shower and never receive hot water. The trouble with plumbing problems is that they might go undiscovered for quite some time. When the situation reaches a critical stage, we are slapped with a massive cost. Don’t allow a plumbing problem to ruin your day; instead, plan ahead and avoid it.
Is it necessary to hire a plumber or is it possible to fix it yourself? Do you have the necessary time, resources, and patience to complete the task? This can be determined by a variety of factors, including prior experience and financial constraints.
Changing a Toilet Flapper
Changing a toilet flapper is one of the simplest plumbing repairs you can make, and this is one that you will encounter with any toilet at some point. Flappers are often composed of very soft plastic or silicone, both of which degrade with time and in the presence of water. When one oxidizes and is unable to correctly seal your toilet, it will progressively leak, causing an unpleasant dripping noise and ultimately requiring you to switch on your water to replenish the tank.
Replacing a flapper is straightforward, needs no special equipment, and takes only a few moments. However, you will need a basic understanding of how a toilet works, including how your flapper prevents water from the reservoir from pouring down into the bowl, resulting in the flushing process that removes waste. Similarly, the parts required for this job are inexpensive and almost universal, fitting almost any toile
Removing a Clog from a Shower Drain
Shower drains have the horrible responsibility of collecting all the soap scum, hair, and other trash that is washed down the drain while bathing. In typical situations, these drains are meant to solve this problem quickly. Hair especially is an annoyance and will ultimately clog and block your drain. The trap, or an upward bend in the pipe meant to contain moisture and reduce sewer gasses from flowing back into your house through your drain, is where these blockages occur most of the time.
It’s not difficult to remove a clog yourself with a clog removal tool from your local home improvement store, you can pull a hair-based blockage out of your drain without disassembling your shower. Be advised: it’s not a pleasurable job. Hair clogs are usually stinky, and you should avoid touching them with your bare hands. We would still not blame you if you wanted to wear a mask as well. However, a few easy tugs of the hair extractor can restore the smooth flow of your shower.
Water Pressure Fixes
A simple fix to low water pressure is often available. Sometimes all you have to do is disassemble the base of the sink faucet or showerhead and wash out the aerator, which is a little screen that controls water pressure. It’s easy for this to become blocked with silt, but it’s a simple remedy! It’s not uncommon for a water shutoff valve to be turned off someplace in the house. However, because low water pressure might be caused by a plumbing leak, you should always consult a plumber after checking out these alternatives.
.In Conclusion
We frequently encourage DIYers to attempt new things, but some tasks should still be left to the pros. There are numerous things you can do to improve or repair your plumbing on your own. We want to make sure you know when it’s safe to do so and when hiring a plumber can save you money and time while also reducing the mess and stress.
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