Do plumbing work yourself or hire a professional?


Recognize when your plumbing project is beyond your capabilities

Most homeowners are used to doing a little plumbing work themselves from time to time. A clogged drain, a leaky faucet, installing a new showerhead - these are relatively simple projects that can be completed in a few hours. But sometimes the plumbing in our home requires major work that is beyond the skills of a beginner. Maybe you don't have the confidence to tackle a project like replacing your toilet, or you lack the necessary training to perform plumbing work. Remember, a licensed plumber is trained and skilled, and in some states, a plumber must complete training and pass an exam to get their license. Licensed plumbers have the knowledge and tools necessary to go beyond ordinary leaks. If you are planning a plumbing project, you should weigh whether to do it yourself or hire a professional plumber to do the work.

Installing a new faucet

You can go to any home improvement store of your choice and buy that fancy new faucet you've been wanting to buy. Installing or replacing a faucet can be a simple procedure and won't cost you a lot of money or time. The steps to installing a faucet include turning off the hot and cold water valves you usually find under the sink, then removing the old faucet and replacing it with the new one.

Replacing an old washing machine hose

Not maintaining your washing machine can lead to dangerous conditions, as a washing machine hose can burst if not properly maintained. Amazingly, a burst hose can drain up to 500 gallons of water per hour! You can replace your washing machine's old hose yourself by unplugging your washing machine, turning off the water supply, and then disconnecting the hose from the valves and washing machine.

Repairing toilet accessories

The parts that make up your toilet can sometimes become defective or stop working. Many toilet problems stem from old, broken seals, chains or clogs - many of these problems can be fixed fairly easily by yourself. Replacement parts are inexpensive and can usually be fixed without the help of a professional. If you find that your toilet is a little wobbly or the seat is loose, there are DIY kits you can buy at your local hardware store that come complete with the tools and parts you need.

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