Plumbing tips for a healthy home

 Never ignore a leak

A ‘leak’ can be a puddle under the sink, a toilet that never works or a dripping tap - anything that works in a strange way.

Use the right tools for DIY projects

There are many household projects you can do yourself, from cleaning a siphon to replacing a toilet part. However, be sure to follow a guide, read up on the problem and use the right tools for the job. Don't forget to seal something, use Teflon tape on joints or replace the pipe with the right one. Using pipes of the wrong size, shape or type can be costly, cause leaks and, in the long run, require a professional to repair them.

Beware of pipes during work

Are you nailing a paint job? Cutting drywall? Drilling holes somewhere? Check that you are not about to drill a pipe and give yourself a big headache. Supply and drainage pipes in the work area can cause a huge mess and a costly accident if you drill them while you are working indoors. Use a camera or a stud finder to make sure the walls are clear before using the hammer.

Say it with us: drains are not rubbish

We talked about this a few weeks ago, particularly when it comes to grease. We don't know how many times we have received a call about a totally avoidable clog. Coffee grounds, fibrous parts of vegetables, bacon grease, hair and ‘flushable’ wipes can be devastating to the plumbing. Even with a rubbish disposal, it is good to double-check what it cannot handle.

Rinse with hot water

Brushing teeth, rinsing dishes, showering and other water-related activities can clog drains over time. These activities cause toothpaste, hair, food residues and other impurities to stick to the sides of the pipes. A quick tip to prevent this from happening over time is to run clean, hot water. 

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