Your home's plumbing system is essential to your everyday life. You need constant access to clean running water at the right pressure to keep your home clean and maintain your personal hygiene. Whenever you think there's a problem with your plumbing system, reaching out to a professional should be one of your first steps. Here are five signs that it's time to call a local
plumber.
Each month, your water bill should cost roughly the same amount. It's alarming to notice a sudden rise in your water consumption. The surge may be due to unidentified leaks from plumbing fixtures in the kitchen or bathrooms. Make a point to call your plumber to check for leaks and save you from an unnecessarily expensive water bill next month.
Pipes may burst due to high water pressure, rust, corrosion, or old age. After the lines inside or outside your house burst, high-pressure water can make a huge mess. If you're dealing with a burst pipe anywhere in your system, it's best to shut off the water to your home completely. You can do this either where your well water enters your home or where the city water system connects to your property. Once the water has stopped flowing, reach out for professional plumbing repairs.
It's usually easy to notice small leaks from the plumbing fixtures around your home. When you're not running the dishwasher or washing machine, listen for the sound of running water in your pipes. If water is still flowing, you probably have a leak somewhere. According to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 500 gallons of water are wasted annually by leaking pipes in homes across the country. Don't let your home contribute to this statistic. Instead, call a plumber to repair any leaks you find.
If your taps are dry and no water is flowing, there's an obvious problem with your plumbing system. The plumbing system may have blocked pipes, blocking the water flow in your home. Since solving this problem requires extensive diagnostic skills, your best option is to call a plumber to inspect your whole system.
Some of the most popular remodeling projects are bathroom and kitchen upgrades. If your current remodeling plans include adding or moving plumbing fixtures, you may need to call your plumber. A professional plumber will ensure all changes to your home's plumbing system are up to the latest code requirements.
If you're dealing with any of the issues listed above, calling a plumber is your best option. Our local team at Kramer & Sons Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning is here to ensure your home's plumbing system is in perfect condition. Call us today to get support with any plumbing concerns you may have.
8805 Cooper Rd, Alexandria VA, 22309
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