1. Major Remodeling

Whether you’re trying to sell your house, or just trying to make your space more feng shui, home renovations can be very exciting! However, instead of diving right in with sledgehammer in hand, consider consulting with a plumbing professional before you get started. If you are planning any major changes, you may be required to move, replace or work around some pipes. Additionally, you may not even be able to complete significant remodeling projects without a permit because of the possible dangers that come with handling exposed plumbing systems.

2. Water or Sewer Line Repairs

Any work involving sewage lines can be very unpleasant for the at-home handyman, and the messy nature of the job could prove more than you’re able to handle. Beyond that, a misconnected pipe could result in a major health risk. If your drinking water becomes contaminated by a pipe that is meant to direct liquid and solid waste to your sewer or septic tank, you could contract a painful and potentially deadly bacterial illness.

Additionally, some projects require you to join pipes together using solder. If you do not have the proper equipment or experience, this operation could release harmful chemicals into your water supply. To avoid these costly and dangerous consequences, contact a professional to help with any questions you may have concerning your water lines.

3. Water Heaters

Though water heaters appear straightforward at first, a professional should always be present when repairing a device that involves both water and electricity in a single entity. If you’re looking to replace your water heater, it’s best to get a recommendation from a professional plumber rather than go it alone. This is because plumbers have a good education of which equipment will be right for your home, whereas a salesperson at an appliance store has not seen your home and cannot give informed advice, so if you are unsure of exactly what you are looking for, it may be difficult to choose a system.

Finally, hiring a plumber will ensure that your appliance drains properly. If improperly installed, pressure could build up in the drainage system, which could severely damage your water heater and cause an even more expensive issue than the problem that you were initially faced with.

4. Advanced Clogs

While a minor blockage in your pipes isn’t a very challenging problem to resolve, clogs located deeper within the system are another story. The equipment used to clear significant clogs can be very expensive and difficult to use.

You may be tempted to clear obstructions by pouring chemical cleaner down the drain, but these can easily corrode your pipes. In today’s day and age, it’s simple to Google at-home plumbing solutions, however, the advice in these articles ranges from using salt and vinegar to baking soda (both of which are destructive to your system). Instead, play it safe by calling a professional who will make sure to solve the issue at hand rather than create new ones.

5. Leaky Faucets

The constant drip, drip, drip of a leaky faucet can make sleeping, reading or virtually any peaceful activity impossible. Persistent leaks can easily send buckets of water and money down the drain!

Your water is constantly on the move, propelled by pressure that runs through your plumbing at home; when you shut off your water, a rubber seal closes the faucet opening and prevents any water from escaping. However, when this stopper becomes old or damaged, it can only keep some of the water contained. This malfunction is what creates that steady drip when your faucet begins leaking.

Depending on how old your system is, you may not only need repairs, but new parts altogether. If you do need to replace a valve or other piece of equipment, it is advised that you contact a professional, as the process can be complicated and extensive.

Here at Combat plumbing, we want to make sure you are receiving the very best plumbing service in the Red Oak area. Call us at (773)-724-9272 for all of your plumbing needs!