Call the Plumber: When to Hire a Professional for Your Pipe Repairs
You have a choice: do it yourself or get a professional to come to your home. Video instructions are available online on what you need to get done, so why not take it on yourself, right? Well, I think we both know it's not that easy. There are serious home matters that require a trained pro's attention, and you should not assign it as a DIY weekend project. Consider hiring a professional plumber for the following pipe-related problems:
Drainage problems
This month it's the third time the drain is not emptying properly. Maybe you're tired of looking at the sink backed up after cooking a healthy meal for the family. All in all, drainage issues usually stem from somewhere else along the plumbing line. If ignored, you can run into severe damage to pipes or the plumbing system as a whole. A professional drain cleaning should get your pipes back to functioning order. Additionally, the high-tech cameras that most plumbers have today can find the root of the drainage problem.
Damp flooring
A burst pipe or leak along the plumbing lines creates dampness in the floors, basement, and ceiling. If you can tell the water is not coming from the roof and recent rain, you should call a plumber to address the issue. Leaks cause homeowners thousands of dollars each year in damage mitigation when neglected.
Pooling water in the yard
A backyard pool is lovely during summertime, but not so much when it has backed-up plumbing. A damaged pipe is probably causing this concern, and you must address it. A problem with the septic tank can also cause water pooling in the yard. A plumbing technician can inspect the pooling water and areas around your home to determine the leak's origin. From there, regular visits keep you updated with the current plumbing codes and critical maintenance.
Insufficient water flow
Dips in water pressure have a lot to do with the current water heating system you use. Sometimes tank heaters are too small for household usage, or the unit itself may be deficient. Traditional water heaters need flushing every year to remove sediment and other potential problems from the tank. Low water flow may also be caused by a cracked or broken pipe. You can mitigate water flow woes by hiring a licensed plumber.
Drippy faucets
Even a tiny leak from the faucet can waste thousands of gallons of water each year. Often high water pressure is to blame for this water waste.
Anything along the waterline
Water lines play an important role in plumbing. The main water line carries water into your home and should last for decades. If anything seems wrong with your main water lines, such as scale buildup or low water pressure, the water line needs to be inspected and repaired.
Keep on top of your repairs!
Detecting pipe-related problems with your plumbing is not always easy. Fortunately, one plumbing inspection can uncover many potential hazards. In addition, repairing plumbing at the onset of the issue will prevent further damage to your pipes, home, and house foundation.
With over 25 years of experience, American Discount Plumbing has offered expert plumbing service and repair in Phoenix, Arizona, and surrounding cities at affordable rates for both residential and commercial properties. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured plumbing company offering 24-hour emergency service. We provide lasting general plumbing, water leak detection and repair, toilet repair, pipe repair, and water heater repair or replacement solutions. Call 602-883-2787 today!
