How Do I Know If My Toilet Is Leaking?
You can find out if you have a leak in your toilet tank by putting a couple drops of food coloring into the toilet tank and waiting for about 30 minutes. When you check on it, see if there’s any discoloration in the toilet bowl. If there is, call a plumber right away. Even a slow leak can double your water usage and costs.
Can I Prevent A Toilet Clog?
You can help prevent toilet clogs by keeping the toilet lid down and only flushing toilet paper down the toilet. Toilets were not designed to break down diapers, rags, paper towels or feminine hygiene products. Flushing these things can cause your toilet overflow if they get into your pipes.
How Do I Know If I Have A Broken Or Clogged Water Pipe Outside My House?
There are a couple signs that you may have a broken or clogged water pipe. You may see an excessively high water bill, hear the sound of running water- even if no water is being used, or see puddles in your yard. Experienced plumbers can look inside your pipes using our video inspection tools. With video inspection technology, we can precisely find the source of your water or drainage pipe clog.
How Does a Video Pipe Inspections Work?
A video pipe inspection will show a skilled plumber the specific location of any plumbing blockage or problem. Video pipe inspections uncover:
- Broken, cracked or collapsed pipes
- Leaky joints
- Offset or shifted pipes
- Blockages from grease buildup or foreign objects
- Corrosion
- Root infiltration
If I Have An Outdoor Plumbing Problem, Will You Need To Dig Up My Yard To Find The Water Pipes?
A growing trend is to hire experienced plumbers who have been trained to locate outdoor drainage and sewage pipes, without causing any disruption to your lawn. With the latest plumbing technologies known as pipe bursting and trenchless sewer repair, we are able to determine the exact location of your water and sewage pipes, before beginning any work.
What Should I Do If My Bathroom Sink Is Clogged?
Over time bathroom sinks will drain more slowly and eventually clog because of hair, body lotions, and soaps collected. If clearing the debris from the J pipe, after you remove the J pipe with a wrench, doesn’t work – then call the professionals.
Can I Prevent My Kitchen Drained From Becoming Clogged?
It’s hard to prevent your kitchen drain from becoming clogged because of all the types of food, grease, soap, and waste being put down the drain. A garbage disposal helps prevent build up in your drainage pipes, but over time the pipes will become more clogged and run more slowly. An experienced plumber can remove any debris build up in your kitchen pipes.
What Should I Do If I Smell Odors From A Floor Drain?
Floor drains can be found in laundry rooms, basements, garages, and even outside your home. These drains are designed to remove water from your home. If you are smelling odors from these drains, check to make sure the trap is filled with water. If there is water in the trap but the water is draining slowly, or backing up into your home, then call a professional plumber. We’ll conduct a video inspection to make sure that your pipes aren’t damaged or corroded and remove any debris blocking the water flow.
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