Every homeowner has had a deal with plumbing problems of some kind or another over the years. Those problems can be expensive to fix and frustrating to live with. Phoenix’s hot and dry climate can put even more stress on your plumbing and make any problems worse. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at four of the most common plumbing problems faced by Phoenix residents. We’ll also go over how to fix them so that you can get back to focusing on more important things.
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Fixing Dripping Faucets
A dripping faucet might not seem like a big deal, but the wasted water can up your water bill over time. On top of that, it can be a sign of bigger issues with your plumbing system, such as hard water or high-water pressure. The actual drip is often caused by a worn-out washer or O-ring in the tap. It might be getting old, or hard water might have ground it down over the years. Fixing the drip can be as easy as replacing that part. If that doesn’t solve the problem, your water pressure might be too high for the faucet to handle.
Fixing Weak Water Pressure
On the opposite end of pressure, you might be dealing with weak water pressure instead. Low water pressure can make daily tasks like showering a lot more frustrating. A common cause of weak water pressure in the shower is a clogged showerhead. Gunk can build up there and block the flow. Cleaning it out is simple enough for most homeowners to handle on their own. You can check the video below for a step-by-step guide. If your water pressure is weak throughout the house, you might be dealing with a bigger issue.
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Fixing Running Toilets
A running toilet can waste a lot of water and make it expensive to pay your monthly utility bills. It’s also annoying to hear that never-ending noise. Most of the time though, it’s a pretty easy fix. The most common cause of a running toilet is a faulty flapper. They’re easy to replace and inexpensive. The video below can walk you through the project. If that doesn’t stop the noise, you might be dealing with a faulty fill valve. You can replace that yourself as well, though it is a little more involved than replacing the flapper.
Fixing Slow Drains:
Slow drains can be a real hassle, especially in the bathroom and kitchen. Built-up hair, soap scum, and other gunk cause slow bathroom drains most of the time. In the kitchen, grease is more common. In either case, cleaning out the pipes is a simple way to fix the problem. All you do is take apart the pipes and p trap and wash them out with soap, water, and paper towels. If you still have slow drains after that, you might have a problem with your sewer lines.
Plumbing issues are a part of life, and Phoenix residents are no exception. The good news is that most of the common problems aren’t too hard to fix yourself. If you run into problems, you can’t figure out or don’t feel like tackling, Any Hour Services, Electrical, Plumbing, Heating & Air would be happy to help. One of our technicians can check out the problem and give you options to solve it ASAP. If that sounds interesting, feel free to give us a call or schedule an appointment online.
