Signs that you need to call a plumbing specialist

 

Sometimes plumbing problems can be solved by yourself. In other cases, you need to call in a professional. Here are some signs that you should call a plumbing professional.

You smell sewage

If you smell sewage in your home or garden, it could be a drainage problem or a blockage in your pipe. Don't ignore the odour as it can lead to bigger problems if a blockage is not cleared by a plumber.

Water gurgles up

If one drain starts gurgling while another is in use, or if a drain gurgles while you are using it, there is a problem with your plumbing. The gurgling means that something is obstructing the flow of water and air in your plumbing or that a vent pipe is clogged. In either case, you should not use home remedies but call a plumber.

The tap drips incessantly

A constantly dripping tap can cost you dearly over time. It could mean that you have a crack in a pipe or that a pipework element has not been installed correctly. The safest and possibly most cost-effective solution to a constantly dripping tap is to call in a professional.

No water pressure

If the water pressure in a tap is too low, it is likely that deposits have built up in the head of the tap, which are easy to fix. However, if the water pressure is too low throughout the house, there could be a major problem with the pipework. Pipe damage or bursts can cause large leaks in your home's plumbing, resulting in low water pressure.  Contact a plumber immediately if your whole house has low water pressure.

Slow draining sink

A slow draining sink may not seem like a big deal, especially if you pour a store-bought solvent down the drain and "fix" the problem. But in most cases, you're only treating a symptom, not the cause. Contact a plumber to get to the root of the drain problem, whether it's a grease build-up or a hair clog, to solve the problem for good and extend the life of your plumbing.

The problem keeps coming back

If a plumbing problem keeps recurring, it's time to call a professional plumber. If you keep trying to fix the problem at home when it recurs, you'll only prolong the plumbing problem and may even make it worse.

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