When it comes to saving money, regular maintenance is one of the best ways you can do it. This applies to all things, but our topic of focus is plumbing maintenance.
So if you are looking for some tips on how to reduce your plumbing repair costs, we’ve got you covered. Below, you will find out the five best maintenance tips to save you money on plumbing.
Tip #1: Perform Regular Checkups With a Checklist
The first maintenance tip relates to regularity. Checking your pipes often enables you to catch problems with greater ease. To perform these checkups efficiently, it is best to make a checklist.
Regular checklists should include the following:
- Sinks
- Toilets
- Showers
- Tubs
- Washing Machine
- Sump pump
- Shut-off valve
- Water main line
- Water meter
- Outside
Tip #2: Know Where Your Water Shut-Off Valve Is
If your toilet overflowed into the carpet, do you know how to stop it? If the answer is no, now is the time to figure out how to shut off your main water line.
Your main water line is what connects your home to the outside world. In standard homes, you might find it in your basement. Otherwise, you might find it in a closet somewhere.
If you aren’t sure where to find it, check your home’s plans or ask your landlord.
Tip #3: Handle Small Problems Quickly
If your toilet is slow to drain or your sink is backing up a bit, you don’t want to let that be a constant state in your house. Instead, you want to handle those small problems quickly.
If you find yourself regularly running into small problems, it is a sign that your house is suffering from a larger problem. While not all problems destroy your home, letting small problems go might cause them to become big problems.
Tip #4: Check Your Water Pressure
High water pressure is nice when you want to get access to your water fast. However, higher pressure results in greater strain on your pipes. So, check your water pressure by taking a look at your main water control.
If you don’t have experience with what water pressure should be in your house, consult a professional. While you can comfortably shut off the line with the right wrench, rarely do you want to adjust anything you don’t have an understanding of.
Tip #5 – Let Us Perform Your Routine Checkup
Professionals know what to look for when it comes to plumbing problems. A routine checkup is great, but a professional checkup with catch things in detail.
You might find a hidden issue obscured by something you aren’t aware of. This is completely normal, which is why another pair of eyes who have been doing it for a while will help.
If you suspect something might be wrong, contact us at Reliable Drain & Plumbing to perform a checkup. Our team puts the customer first to ensure we catch problems before they become expensive nightmares.
