5 Common Bathroom Leaks

June 13th, 2017 Posted in Bathroom Repairs
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If there is a pool of water on your bathroom floor, yet no one has taken a bath or shower, you know there is a problem. A leak has sprung, but now you need to determine the source. Since almost every fixture in your bathroom is connected to plumbing, it could be from many places. Here are five of the most common bathroom leaks to help you find your source.

  1. Toilet seal. If the pool of water is near the base of your toilet, the wax ring around the base may have become unsealed. This requires an immediate fix – if left unsealed, the subfloor can quickly become warped and rotted, costing much more than a quick plumbing repair.
  2. Sink plumbing. Check under your bathroom sink and look for drips. Turn on the faucet and wait. It is common for a joint in the pipes to become unsealed and cause a leak.
  3. Bathtub. Bathtubs can get leaks in many places, from the faucet and grout to the tub itself. These can be more difficult to remedy and most likely will need the help of a plumber to fix.
  4. Shower. Just like the bathtub, your shower can also have leaks stemming from the showerhead fixture and grout leaks.
  5. Pipes. While these are all types of plumbing leaks, you can also have a leak in one of your main plumbing pipes behind the walls. This can seep through the drywall or flooring and can cause serious damage to your home.

Any leak, big or small, needs immediate attention. Call your local plumber to get the issue resolved quickly before your home sustains water or mold damage.

Posted on behalf of:
Seagraves Plumbing Sewer & Septic
4980 Plant Atkinson Rd SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
(494) 792-2221

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When Is a Plumbing Problem an Emergency?

June 13th, 2017 Posted in Emergency Plumbing
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Not all plumbing issues require you to call your local plumber in the middle of the night for emergency service. A small drip under the sink can wait until morning, as can a clogged sink drain. However, there are some plumbing problems that are true emergencies – waiting will cost you more than making that emergency call to your plumber. Here are a few plumbing issues that should have you running for your phone as soon as you see them.

  • A burst pipe. A burst pipe, whatever the cause, needs emergency care. Often this is caused by an unexpected freeze or old pipes. Shut off your main water valve and call your plumber right away to get this issue resolved.
  • Sewer backup. A clogged toilet is one thing; a sewer backup is a completely different animal. When all your drains begin to backup, you most likely have a major sewer pipe problem. While you probably will not need to call your plumber in the middle of the night, it should be the first call you make in the morning. You may have a broken or clogged sewer line, making all your plumbing useless until it is fixed.
  • Water heater leak. If you have a tank water heater, there is always a chance that it could spring a leak, allowing hundreds of gallons of water loose in your home. This can quickly add up to thousands of dollars in water and mold damage, much less the expense of replacement. Want to avoid this emergency all together? Invest in a tankless water heater and you will never have this problem.

Never try to fix a true plumbing emergency yourself. More often than not, DIY fixes end up costing more money down the road. Call in an expert and get your emergency resolved by a professional.

Posted on behalf of:
Metro Septic LLC
1210 N Tennessee St
Cartersville, GA 30120
(678) 873-7934

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How Much Water is Your Family Wasting?

June 13th, 2017 Posted in Water Conservation
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Did you know that the average American family of four uses approximately 146,000 a year? This number has increased by 127% since 1950, which should be cause for alarm. Fresh water is a valuable and finite natural resource, with only 1% of the water on earth suitable for consumption. If you are trying to move to an eco-friendlier lifestyle for your family, one place to start is watching how much water is wasted within your home.

So how can you save water in your home? Start with being aware of your water use. Don’t leave water running down the drain – ever. Shut it off while you brush your teeth, shampoo your hair or shave. Take shorter showers and don’t wash clothes that are still clean. Be frugal about watering your lawn or choose to xeriscape instead. These all add up to saving water and conserving this valuable resource.

One other way to make a substantial change in the water wasted in your home is to convert to water-efficient fixtures and appliances. Swapping out faucets, toilets, washers and showerheads for low-flow options can make a giant difference in your water usage. A family of four can save as much as 24,000 gallons a year just by switching from a conventional toilet to a low-flow model. A low-flow showerhead can save another 12,000 gallons of water per person! It is worth looking into and discussing with your local plumber to reduce your water waste in your home.

Conserving water is everyone’s responsibility. The first place to start is at home with your own family. You can begin by using some of these smart tactics to reduce waste every day.

Posted on behalf of:
Kiddco Plumbing Inc
106-M Oakgrove Road
Sterling, VA 20166
(703) 435-4441

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Caring for Your Garbage Disposal

June 13th, 2017 Posted in Garbage Disposals
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If you are like most people, you don’t give much thought to your garbage disposal. You flip on the switch when you finish doing the dishes, let it do its job on the food particles, and then flip it off again. This can go on for years without any problems – or you could flip that switch tomorrow and hear a horrible noise, or worse, no noise at all. Just like any appliance, your garbage disposal does need care and maintenance to keep it working properly.

First, make sure you and all your family are using the garbage disposal correctly. Never put anything down the drain that is not biodegradable; also avoid hard or fibrous food items like egg shells or peelings. Before you use the disposal, run cold water for a few seconds before you flip the switch. Then let it grind the food with the water still running. Once it you hear the chopping stop, flip off the disposal and let the water flush any remains down the drain.

To keep your disposal clean and odor free, run hot, soapy water down the drain once a day. A weekly cleaning can also be done. One method is to freeze vinegar or lemon juice in ice cube trays. Grind these through your disposal to remove any food particles and to disinfect for odor control.

Even with good care, your garbage disposal can jam, become clogged or need replacement. When this happens, call in a plumber to handle the repair. Since your disposal is connected to your plumbing, you want to ensure the job is done right the first time and without any damage to your vital kitchen sink.

Posted on behalf of:
Bynum & Sons Plumbing, Inc.
2120 McDaniels Bridge Rd SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
(770) 736-8283

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