Chicago Plumber Tips #2
Spring cleaning time is as good a time as any to check every faucet in your Chicago area home. Drips are the most obvious thing: they waste water and cost you money.
Look for leaks when you turn the faucet on or off. Check for wetness, puddles, corrosion or mildew where the faucet connects to the supply hoses: this may mean it’s time to replace the faucet. Run all faucets to be sure the water flows strongly. A slow faucet with low water pressure may have a build-up of sediment within the faucet, or something wrong with the water line. Check outdoor faucets for strong water pressure, dripping and leaks where the pipe passes through the exterior wall of your home. A leak may indicate a cracked pipe that needs to be replaced.
Maintaining your faucets is an easy way to save money on water, prevent damage to surrounding walls and floors faucets and generally make the faucets work better. If you’re not comfortable replacing a faucet, call in a Scottish Plumber expert to do it for you.
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It is estimated that homeowners spend in excess of $3,000 each year repairing the damage done by water. However, with proper planning and preparation, this cost can be completely avoided. As such, consider any of the following 5 tips for protecting your home from water damage. 1. Apply Step Flashing to the Roof Upgrading the … Continue reading “5 Ways to Protect Your Home From Water Damage”
