How to Remedy Pipe Leaks

Every homeowner knows that there are going to be plumbing emergencies once in a while. Clogged drains and damaged pipes are just a fact of life. However there are steps you can take in order to avoid these emergencies. Of course you won’t be able to avoid every single emergency, but you can at least reduce their likelihood of happening. Here are the five most common emergencies plumbers deal with and a few tips to help you avoid them. Pipes...

A plumbing leak that goes undetected can turn into a big problem. The leak will cause water to spread, and you can end up with rot and mold. This means big repairs and big expenses. Fortunately, you can find hidden leaks and fix them before they become a disaster. Follow these steps to find and fix hidden leaks. Splash Leaks A very common type of leak is a splash leak. This is a leak that occurs when water escapes the...

If you have a serious clog in your home sewer line, don’t despair. These clogs can occur for many reasons. Often a clogged sewer line is the result of objects like toys, towels, and other household items being thrown down the drain. The good news is that you can clean out the main sewer drain with just a few tools. Follow these steps to clean the main sewer drain in your home. 1. First, you have to find the main...

Copper pipes are commonly used in home plumbing systems. If you aren’t familiar with how to repair copper pipes, it is smart to brush up on some simple repairs so that you are prepared to deal with routine maintenance and emergency repairs. Here are some copper pipe repairs that you can do at home. Repairing a Small Hole in Your Copper Pipe with a Pencil Sometimes copper pipes develop a pinhole. Left untreated, the hole can leak water onto other...

It’s Saturday night. A pipe in your bathroom has just sprung a leak, and you have water spraying the bathroom. You can get a hold of a plumber, but it will take a while for them to get there. You might even have to wait until Monday morning. In the meantime, what do you do? You can’t just let water spray all over the room. That would make a huge mess, and you might end up with even more damage....