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Plumbing problems often affect utility bills because they waste so much water. Keep your water bill reasonable and maintain an energy-efficient home by learning the most common plumbing problems, below. Seeing the signs early will ensure your local plumber fixes the issue before they cause an increase in your bill and prevent future complications.

When to Enlist the Help of a Plumber

1. Clogged Drains

Drains clog for a variety of reasons, such as buildup of hair, food particles, oil and grease, and soap scum. They cause slow drains and standing water in sinks, showers, and tubs. Liquid drain cleaners are never recommended because they corrode pipes and harm the environment. While a plunger may solve the issue, professional servicing with a drain auger is generally best to remove the clog. If an auger does not alleviate the problem, you may need sewer cleaning services.

2. Leaking Faucets

Faucets that leak despite turning their handles completely off waste gallons of water and cause utility bills to spike. Leaking faucets are generally due to component wear, such as corroded pipes or deteriorating seals. 

3. Low Water Pressure

plumbing problemsLow water pressure on both the hot and cold settings usually indicate calcium buildup the faucet aerator. Removing and cleaning the aerator fixes this plumbing problem. If the issue is affecting your showerhead, you may have limescale buildup. Leaky pipes within the home also cause water pressure to lower.

4. Leaking Pipes

Pipes leak any time of year; however, it is most common in the winter when frozen water in uninsulated pipes freezes and expands. This causes leaks around pipe joints, resulting in wet spots on the ceiling or ground. The issue wastes water and may result in structural damage or mold and mildew growth.

5. Running Toilet

Toilets run for several reasons, including a faulty flapper. The flapper is a rubber or plastic cap covering the flapper valve, or the section that lets water flow from the tank to the bowl. It creates a seal for keeping water in the tank when the toilet is not in use. The rubber or plastic disintegrates over time, causing the toilet to run.

 

Other common plumbing problems include clogged toilets, water heater failure, sump pump failure, and leaking hose bibs. Identify your issue with help from Ray’s Heating, Plumbing & Electric, the electric and plumbing repair company in Salmon, ID. This family-owned and -operated company has served Lemhi, Custer and the surrounding counties for 45 years. They always provides reliable, affordable service. Call (208) 756-3649 to schedule a repair. Visit the website to learn more and like them on Facebook for the latest tips.

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