Four Popular Plumbing Services

There is a wide range of plumbing elements in your home. While you may think of a plumber fixing a toilet, a plumber offers a wide range of plumbing services. You have plumbing not only in your bathrooms, but also in your kitchen, laundry room, and basements. There are pipes throughout your home that carry water to each room. There are also pipes located in areas you cannot see, such as in walls and underground.

In many cases, you can fix a clogged toilet by simply plunging it. However, if you have a larger job, you should always call a professional. Licensed plumbing companies providing professional services are licensed and insured. They have experience in assessing, diagnosing, and fixing a variety of issues. If you attempt to fix an issue as a DIY project, you may cause further damage to your home.

1. Burst Pipes

Cold weather causes items to contract. You will notice the ground feels harder during the cold weather because it is. Like the ground, pipes in your home will contract during the winter months. When your pipes contract, pressure starts to build. Intense pressure can cause your pipe to burst, flooding your home with water.

Plumbing companies offer emergency services for burst pipes. They triage plumbing emergencies the same way that the hospital triages patients. A clogged toilet is a lower priority than a burst pipe. You should shut off the water access to the burst pipe. If water sits for too long, it can lead to structural damage and mould.

2. Remove or Replace Sinks

Many sinks are composed of porcelain. Porcelain sinks are heavy and difficult to manage. They are awkward shapes and breakable. It is very easy to damage a porcelain sink during a DIY project. A plumber will ensure that the sink does not break and is installed properly. They know how to properly seal the sink so it does not leak. A simple crack or chip can cause significant leaking.

Old porcelain sinks are extremely difficult to remove because of their weight and size. Instead of risking hurting yourself or other items in your home, you should hire a plumber. They have the equipment to remove a large sink and replace it during a remodel.

3. Fix Water Tanks

It is devastating to discover that your home does not have hot water. When you know that you have paid the hot water bill, you may run to check a breaker. If the breakers are all in working order, it may be time to call a plumber.

Your hot water tank is an expensive piece of equipment. It is one of the most expensive systems in your home. You should never attempt to fix a hot water tank yourself. The water tank may be clogged or have a minor problem. A plumber can service the tank and have your hot water back on quickly if it is a minor issue.

However, if you cause further damage with a DIY repair, it may be much longer before you have hot water. It also will be more expensive. A plumber will assess your hot water tank, determine the cause for the lack of hot water, and carry out the repair. They may suggest that you need to replace the water tank. They have the ability to properly install a new one.

4. Unclog Pipes

If you notice that your drains are filling with water, you may have a clog in a pipe that you cannot access. For example, if water is collecting in your kitchen sink, and bathtub, there may be a clog located in one of the main pipes delivering water to your home.

A plumber has the equipment to detect where the clog is and remove it. If the clog is underground, a plumbing company will need to excavate the property to access the clogged pipe.