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| − | Welcome to the often confusing and overwhelming business of home plumbing. Plumbing can be a confusing whirl of complicated equipments and laborious repairs. Given that plumbing is often a do-it-yourself type of project means that it can seem really difficult to identify what serves you best. This article can provide you with suggestions.
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| − | You can easily see if there are any serious damages caused by leaks by checking if the floor is soft around toilets. Sit reversed on the toilet (facing the tank) with your feet on the floor. Rock your weight onto each foot in turn and see if you can feel any weakness or "give" in the floor. When you have a problem like this to deal with, the earlier you detect it, the less expensive it will be to take care of.
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| − | You don't have to call a plumber at the first sign of trouble. If the problem is not that serious, you can wait until you have more problems. It is a good idea to prepare a list of all needed plumbing repairs before you call a plumber. Your plumber will look at everything during one visit, and you will spend less as a result.
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| − | As cold winter weather approaches, you should drain and disconnect your garden hoses. If you do not drain and disconnect them, they can cause damage to the water pipes that run through your house that they are connected to. There are some places where leaving hoses connected is okay, though. If you have an area that doesn't dip below freezing, like a garage, then you can leave them connected.
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| − | Don't skimp on quality when it comes to replacing a shower head. Some people think it's alright to get the cheapest head for your shower in the store. Usually these break easily.
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| − | Choose which drain cleaners you use with care. There are some drain cleaners on the market that may damage your pipes. Make certain the one you buy is a brand known for pipe safety. Some of these chemicals kill beneficial bacteria in your plumbing that is needed for the system to function correctly, and they may also be quite harmful to humans.
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| − | Tightening a pipe connection too much is far worse than under-tightening! You can wreck the threads or crack the pipe itself, so only tighten until water stops leaking out.
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| − | Good maintenance is the best way to prevent leaks in your sinks and faucets. It's reported that an average of 150 gallons each day may be wasted because of leaks. You should continually check the pipes underneath your sink for moisture or leaks. Performing regular maintenance can help to reduce the amount of wear and tear over time.
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| − | If your work is outdoors, pace yourself and don't get overexposed to the sun. When you are absorbed in your work, it isn't hard to ignore the sun's heat, but it still poses a danger to you.
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| − | To be efficient about the water heater, you have to figure out what size tank is required by your household. Knowing the number of people and appliances that use hot water in your home will let you know what size hot water tank will be the best for your home.
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| − | In conclusion, plumbing is actually quite straight forward. There are just many basic things you have to make sure to cover before you begin. All it takes to decide where to begin is some research, work, and common sense to find the best and most effective method for your specific job.
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