Plumbing issues are the thing nightmares are made of. Jokes aside, they can really wreak havoc on any household, especially if they don’t get noticed on time. One Newcastle plumbing professional tells us that leaky pipes, dripping faucets and clogged toilets and drains are just some of the more common things that can go wrong.
And while plumbing issues themselves are not something that is too dangerous or too complicated to fix, other problems that may arise as a result of said issues can be particularly detrimental not only to your health but overall safety as well. That being said, here are some of the most common plumbing issues in Australian households and what you can do to either prevent or remedy them.
Dripping faucets and showerheads
Dripping faucets and showerheads are not only extremely annoying, but they are very wasteful as well. According to Waterline Plumbing in Perth’s northern suburbs, there is no immediate threat that hides behind this problem, the fact of the matter is that it will significantly inflate your utility bill. Also, drips usually start small which doesn’t mean they can’t escalate to something more serious. That’s why you should always try to determine what the issue is and try to fix it as soon as possible.
Slow draining sinks
If any of your sinks take longer to drain than usual, that means that most likely you have some sort of blockage going on somewhere in your pipes. There are numerous factors that can contribute to blocked drains, such as built up food remains in the kitchen, hair and soap buildup in the bathroom and so on. So, if that’s the case, you should call in an expert to assess the condition of your pipes and remove the block as soon as possible as it can – and will – lead to more serious problems, such as burst pipes, if not taken care of in time.
Leaky pipes
Leaky pipes are a potentially very hazardous problem that can have some serious consequences if not detected on time. Another problem is that this issue is somewhat impossible to spot until it becomes quite serious. Water damage can seriously compromise the structural safety of your home and can even contribute to mold and mildew growth which can be very detrimental to your health. So, if you suspect that you might have a problem with leaky pipes, contact a reliable Perth plumber to inspect your pipes and fix the situation if it needs fixing.
Clogged toilets
Clogged toilets are another thing that can bring the world of inconveniences to your front door. Not only can they be dangerous for your pipes and plumbing system in general – again they most likely get clogged due to blocked drains and/or pipes, but they can also be just a real nightmare to deal with. A horror scenario where you keep flushing your toilet and, instead of going away, the water and its contents keep rising towards the surface and threatening to spill over is definitely something you wouldn’t wish upon your worst enemies. So, as soon as you notice that your toilets are not emptying out as they should be, make sure to call in a plumber to take a look at them and fix what can be fixed.
Low water pressure
Finally, if you notice that the water from your taps or showerheads trickles instead of gushing, you might be dealing with a low water pressure. An excellent way to check if that’s the case is to remove your faucet caps and showerheads and give them a good clean and scrub to get rid of any potential buildup that might be causing the smaller amount of water to get through. However, if that doesn’t solve the problem, that means that the culprit behind the issue is most probably hiding in your pipes once more. Repairing this and determining the real reason why your water pressure is low will again require a professional inspection.
So, the bottom line is that no matter the issue you might be having with your plumbing, it would be best to call in someone who knows what they might be dealing with to check it out. The potential issues that may arise from leaky pipes and water damage can be severe both for the overall safety and everyone’s health, so make sure you don’t disregard it.