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How to unclog a drain in Wolverhampton

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 Using dish soap to clean drains When dirt and grime clog drains , there are household materials you can use to clean them. In fact, you probably have one right next to your sink! Dish soap is a gentle way to remove dirt and grime from inside the drain. By adding boiling water and pouring the soap down the drain, the grease clog slowly begins to bubble up. This will allow the stagnant water to go down and unclog the drain. Perform a drain cleaning with baking soda If you think there are more serious problems than dishwashing detergent can solve, baking soda and boiling water can perform a much deeper cleaning. Baking soda is a natural cleaner that, mixed with vinegar, can clean drains and make them work properly. To clean drains with baking soda, fill a kettle with water and heat it to boiling. Add the baking soda and vinegar to the drain while the water heats up. Then cap the drain for 10 minutes. The plug will allow the baking soda and vinegar to remove the dirt and debris that c...

Signs that water pressure is too high

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 Have you experienced minor plumbing problems in your home? Although a leaky faucet handle may seem like an easy fix, it may indicate a larger problem.  The bigger problem is the potential damage to the plumbing system that high water pressure can cause. High water pressure can cause many problems throughout the property. In addition to leaks, damaged fixtures, and ruined seals, high water pressure can also damage the longevity of your water fixtures. Lack of hot water Hot, steaming showers are great, but does it seem like hot water is never enough? In this case, the problem may be water pressure. If the high water pressure makes the water run too fast, the hot water is also likely to run out quickly. Leaks Faucets, showerheads and pipes can leak when water pressure is too high. Sometimes all faucets may drip continuously, which means water is lost! Faucets can also spit and spray water rapidly when they are turned on.  Loud and crackling pipes When you turn off the fauc...

Do-it-yourself plumbing projects never to be attempted

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 If you are a fairly practical homeowner, you may be tempted to save money by completing home projects yourself. You can find plenty of instructions online to learn how to build and repair things around the house. Replacing pipes Repairing and replacing pipes is generally much more complicated than it sounds. Most do-it-yourselfers end up patching leaks, which unfortunately do not solve the problem permanently. Instead of using a patch, a leaking pipe will most likely have to be replaced completely by a professional. Without professional training , homeowners often end up installing mismatched pipes or installing them incorrectly, making the problem worse than before. Installing a new water heater Turning to an experienced plumber for water heater installation services is the best choice to avoid many problems. Due to the amount of electricity required to install a water heater, any mistake can cause serious injury. In addition, it is crucial that the venting of the unit conforms t...

Repair your leaking one-hand shower fitting

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  A single-handle shower mixer has one handle for hot and cold water, rather than the usual two. These taps are usually found in modernised, remodelled or new bathrooms. Repairing a single-handle faucet is not much different from repairing a faucet with two handles. Usually, a leaking tap is due to a worn O-ring, a small rubber ring that ensures that the seal between the shower cartridge and the pipes is tight. Remember that this is a challenging task for someone who is not familiar with this work. Remove the fitting Turn off the water. If you cannot do this from the shower, you will need to locate the tap on the main pipes of your house. Then close the shower drain so that no parts fall down. Most taps have a plastic or metal cover plate that needs to be removed. Break it off with a knife or screwdriver to expose a small screw. Remove this screw and carefully set the parts aside. You may also need to remove the bezel around your light. Simply detach this part from the wall. If it...