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You can’t keep calling the plumber for every plumbing problem you get. Because if that’s the case, you are going to keep your phone near and the contact information of your trusted plumber even nearer.
It’s not a matter of if there will be a plumbing problem, it’s a question of when. Because without a doubt, one way or the other, something is going to leak or break. To make things worse, simple issues are going to be recurring.
So, it really isn’t the most economical choice to have a plumber do everything. Instead, learn the basic plumbing skills every homeowner should know. As long as you know what they are, you are guaranteed to decrease your need of plumbing services by more than half.
Know Where the Stop Taps and Valves are Located
Not so much as a real plumbing skill, but a basic knowledge that every homeowner should know. However, it is commonly overlooked, leaving people panicking even during the smallest plumbing problems.
Whether it may be a pipe burst or a small leak, twisting the stop tap is the easiest solution. You are able to buy time for yourself as you fix the problem.
Learn to Unclog
The most common recurring problem you are going to face is clogs. It can be the sink, shower drain, or toilet. If it leads to a pipe and water flows in it, chances are, it can and will clog at some point.
Since it is no longer a question of if, but when, it just makes sense to learn how to do it. However, depending on where a clog happens, it is going to require different skill.
Blocked drains can be a nuisance and they are very hard to clean or unclog yourself. DIY plumbing is not the way to go here. It is best to call a professional.
A toilet clog can be approached with a plunger. The shower drain can be filled with hair so you are going to need to remove the drain and then hook everything out that is causing the clog.
Understand the Concept of Leaks
No matter how well-maintained your pipes are, at some point, they are going to leak. It can be due to degradation or you could have hit it a little bit too hard unintentionally. Regardless, it is a common and simple issue which you are going to want to do on your own.
Not all leaks are solvable with tightening. At the same time, wrapping it with plumbing tape is not always the best solution. Instead, the first part to fix a leak is to understand why there is a leak in the first place.
The sooner you come up with the underlying issue, the easier it is for you to provide the right solution. Remember, a small problem can easily turn big when not dealt with the proper fix.
If it is a loose pipe, learn to tighten it. If it is because of mould and degradation, turn off the valve and have it redone. When it is a crack, fill it up with the right plumbing paste.
Pipe Disassembly
Disassembling your piping is more of a job that is fit for the certified plumber. However, it does help to have the skill during situations when you need it the most.
There are actually a lot of scenarios when you are going to need to take out a pipe. An example would be dropping jewellery or anything small down the sink. If you wait for the plumber, it might get flushed down further.
How about the rare instance of a pipe burst? Knowing how to assemble and disassemble everything needed will allow you to provide either a temporary or permanent fix to your problem.
Fixing a Runny Toilet
Everything inside the bathroom is used on daily basis and the toilet is no exception to that. So, it would be problematic if it doesn’t function as it should, and it happens more commonly than you would think.
A running toilet is a common issue and one that you can solve by yourself. There are two causes, either the flushing mechanism or the plastic float has a problem. Depending on which one is the root cause, you can buy a repair kit in any hardware store. Bunnings Warehouse is the place to go for those who love to do it yourself. Here you can not only get the tools you need but also the advice on what kind of tool and how to use them.
You just can’t keep on relying on the professional for help. Sometimes, there are just things that you need to learn by yourself. They are the basics and they are going to make sure that you don’t have to wait too long to get the fix you need.
Your plumbing is used throughout the entire day. A little downtime and you can really feel the consequences. So, having the necessary skill to fix every recurring problem is priceless.
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