The 3 Most Common Plumbing Issues

The most notable problem that most people and home-owners experience is the ignorance that comes with making sure a house is up and running for a long period. This is part of the reason that most people rarely renovate their homes or even call in a professional to look at the state of affairs of the systems such as issues to do with electricity and plumbing. Many complications make systems in the house fail after a long time of using. The plumbing systems are often susceptible to wear and tear that comes with problems associated with rust and so on. Many problems can pop up that you were not aware of. Below are the most common problems that people face when it comes to plumbing:

1)  Low Water Pressure

How often do you step into your house and turn on the taps just to find that there is not enough water pressure to do anything, including washing any dishes or even taking a shower? Low pressure also comes with the problem of reducing the temperature, meaning you will have no hot water. The pressure is known to control the possibility of water turning hot or cold, despite the heater being on to ensure other problems such as electric shock do not arise. Low pressure is one of the most reported problems by homeowners. This especially applies to people who have houses with more than one floor because most of the times, the engineers choose to dismiss the long-term effect that several stores can have on water pressure. Most of the time, the houses just lose water pressure due to the buildup of sediments and deposits over the years. This applies to people who often forget to clean up their pipes regularly and those who allow residue to flow from the sinks especially when washing dishes or hair. Dissolved minerals also play a huge [art in causing the problem since they often accumulate on the sides of the pipes hence narrowing the radius or diameter that the water uses when traveling through them. Although this is a common problem, it is also quite easy to solve. If you suspect that this is what is causing the major changes in your house, try using a vinegar solution overnight, and it will help open the pipes up a little bit. You can also call an expert.

2)  Running Toilet

This is a common problem yet the most annoying and impossible to live with. This problem normally occurs when the flapper valve becomes worn and torn to the point that it can no longer fit properly and is very loose.

3)  Leaky Faucet

This problem always occurs at the joints, and it is not only a serious problem but also very expensive. It is easy to repair if you find videos or tutorials that will help you replace the joints on your own as opposed to calling in an expert who will charge extra money including a consultation fee.

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