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With all of the DIY instructional videos online today, more and more homeowners are making home repairs, DIY projects. Some people prefer DIY projects to save money. Others enjoy the feeling of accomplishment they get when they complete a home repair on their own. Although some projects make great DIY projects, plumbing repairs are not one of them. The plumbing system in your Oak Ridge, TN home is complex and would require the help of a licensed plumber.
If you are experiencing any of the following issues in your home, you should call a plumbing company.
#1 Drain Issues
If the plumbing system in your Oak Ridge, TN home is functioning properly, water and waste will flow freely down the drain. If your drains are slow or clogged, you should call a plumber immediately.
Some homeowners will try to remove the clog using a liquid drain cleaner. If your drain is completely clogged, the liquid drain cleaner won’t reach the pipes to remove the clog. Also, these products don’t always remove the entire clog, making it a temporary fix. Finally, liquid drain cleaners contain harsh chemicals that can cause damage to your pipes.
If your drain makes a gurgling sound when the water goes down, it is a sign that your drain will soon become completely clogged. If there is a large clog in the drain, the water will need to change directions to get down the drain, which causes the gurgling sound.
When you hire a plumbing company to remove the clog, they will use one of a few methods based on the size and location of the clog. Hiring a professional will ensure that the clog will be removed safely and completely.
#2 Poor Water Pressure
If the water pressure in your home is suddenly poor, you should call a plumbing company. If just the hot water pressure is poor, the problem is with your water heater. If the hot and cold water pressure is poor, you could have a leak in the water line behind the wall, which is a very serious issue. The pooling water can cause damage to the structure of your home and can promote mold growth. Also, the leak can waste a significant amount of water, causing your water bill to increase.
A plumber can find the leak and repair it before any real damage can occur.
#3 Discolored Water
If you turn on the water in your home and it is brown, you should call a plumbing company immediately. The brown color is likely rust in the water, which isn’t safe for use.
If just the hot water is discolored, the problem is with the water heater. If the hot and cold water is discolored, your pipes could be corroded. This is a serious issue that will require re-piping. You should call a plumber right away because you cannot shower in rusty water, drink it or cook with it.
#4 Water Heater Issues
The water heater in your home is one of the most essential appliances. If your water heater isn’t functioning properly, it can make showering and performing daily household tasks difficult or impossible. Also, a poorly functioning water heater can affect the way your water-based appliances function. If your water heater is experiencing any of the following issues, schedule an appointment with a plumbing company.
- No hot water
- The water isn’t getting hot enough
- You are running out of hot water quickly
- Poor hot water pressure
- Discolored hot water
- Strange sounds coming from the water heater
- Moisture or water pooling around the water heater
If you wait to call a plumbing company for water heater repair, a minor issue can easily become a major one.
#5 Dripping Faucet
Most homeowners don’t worry too much when they have a dripping faucet, which is a mistake. If your faucet is dripping, you should call a plumber immediately. The faucet is dripping because there is a problem with the mechanics. If you ignore the problem, it won’t be long before the dripping becomes a steady stream. Also, a dripping faucet can waste a significant amount of water. If your water is dripping one drop per second, it can waste five gallons of water per day and 2,082 gallons of water per year. This can cause a significant increase in your water bill.
It is best to call a plumbing company as soon as the faucet starts dripping.
#6 Running Toilet
If your toilet is working properly, it will run after the toilet is flushed. When the water tank is full, it stops running. If your toilet constantly runs, even when the water tank is full, you should call a plumber. There are a few issues that could be causing the problem.
- The flapper is leaking and needs to be replaced.
- The float height needs to be adjusted.
- The refill tube needs to be shortened.
- The toilet tank seal is failing.
Ignoring a running toilet can waste a significant amount of water. Over the course of a day, it can waste up to 26 gallons of water. This can cause a significant increase in your water bill. It is best to call a plumbing system as soon as your toilet starts running constantly.
#7 Frozen Pipes
Winter nights in Oak Ridge, TN, can get very cold. When the temperature drops below freezing, your pipes are at risk for freezing. When the pipes freeze, the water inside can expand, causing the pipes to burst, which can cause a major flood in your home.
If you aren’t getting water from your faucets and suspect that your pipes have frozen, you should call a plumbing company immediately. A licensed plumber will know how to thaw the pipes quickly and safely before the pipes burst.
Why Choose My Professional Plumber?
If you have a plumbing issue in your home, don’t waste your time on a Google search to find a plumbing company in the area. Instead, schedule an appointment with My Professional Plumber. We have been serving residential, and business customers in the area and have over 65 years of combined experience.
Our plumbers are highly skilled and professionally trained. They must pass a drug test and a background check before they are hired, which should give you peace of mind that you can trust the person you allow into your home.
We have an excellent reputation in the community and the industry. We were the 2017 winner of Home Advisor’s Best Of. In 2018 and 2019, Angie’s List honored us with the Super Service Award. Cityview named us Best of the Best in 2018. We also have a 5-star rating on Google.
To schedule an appointment for plumbing repair or any other plumbing service, give us a call today.