4 Causes of Shower Problems

May 14th, 2018 Posted in Bathroom Repairs
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When your showerhead only gives a trickle of water or water is slow to go down the drain, your shower may be difficult to use. Since most people use their shower every day, you want to find the issue and get it fixed as quickly as possible. There are a few common causes of water pressure, leaks or drain clogs that can help you identify problems and avoid issues in the future.

  1. Hair clogs. One of the most common issues in showers is hair clogs. Everyone loses hair, especially when in the shower. You or a plumber can remove the clog with a snake, but to prevent further clogs, add a drain strainer.
  2. Switch from bar soap. Clogs are more likely when you use bar soaps that are made from solidified fats. The soap can buildup in the drain and can also leave more residue on your shower walls, making it more work to keep your shower clean. Liquid body soap can be a better option.
  3. Low water pressure. If you only have a trickle coming from your showerhead, it could be simply that there is mineral residue clogging the showerhead. Cleaning the aerator can often fix this issue.
  4. Leaks. If your showerhead or faucets drip or leak, they may need a new washer, or the fixture may need replacement. These are minor leaks that can be fixed quickly by a knowledgeable bathroom repair plumber.

Most shower issues are quick to fix and can often be done by a handy homeowner. However, if you have major leaks or a backup caused by draining problems, you want to call a plumber to handle these larger shower issues.

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

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Making Your Bathroom Safer

December 20th, 2013 Posted in Bathroom Repairs
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Your bathroom may currently be the most dangerous room in your home. Thousands of bathroom related injuries occur every year that could be avoided by applying a few simple upgrades and safety measures. Contact your local plumber to help devise a plan to make your bathroom safer with the following upgrades:

  • Bars and Handles – These helpful fixtures should be strategically placed exactly where you’ll need them most: next to the toilet and upon entering and exiting the shower. You can trust your local plumber will come up with a plan to select which safety bars and handles will work best in your bathroom without interfering with the existing plumbing fixtures. The material of the chosen safety fixtures must be strong and durable to support your entire body weight to prevent a falls and to assist with proper balance.
  • Upgraded Toilets – For homeowners with mobility issues, disabilities or the elderly, it is essential that the bathroom toilet is easily accessible and tailored to the specific individual’s needs. New toilets designed for optimal accessibility are common market offerings, and can be installed by a licensed plumber.
  • Non-Slip Shower Options – Falls in the shower can cause untold pain and injury. Many people buy simple rubber mats to lay down in their shower. These generally are designed with small suction cups on the bottom side of the mat which will temporarily secure the mat to your tub or shower floor to help prevent slips and falling accidents. If you desire a more permanent solution, discuss the installation of a new shower designed to prevent slips and falls.

Posted on behalf of Kiddco Plumbing

 

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Water Leaking Problems In Apartments and Multi-Level Homes

December 20th, 2013 Posted in Water Line Repair
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If you live in an apartment, there’s a good chance the bathroom of your upstairs neighbor is positioned directly above your own. This is a very common layout strategy for apartment buildings, since it allows all plumbing functions to be efficiently aligned for water and waste to flow through the pipes.

Water leakage is the most common enemy in this equation. When bathrooms are stacked on top of each other, there are multiple water sources which can become potential issues. The first obvious sign of  possible water damage occurring is the presence of dripping water from the upper bathroom through the ceiling of the lower bathroom. If water is slowly seeping through your ceiling, this is a sure sign you’re in need of a plumbing professional. Water bubbles and discoloration in the ceiling’s paint surface and the appearance of buckling sheetrock may also be visible.

Call your local plumber immediately to schedule an inspection to diagnose plumbing problems and leaks. By the time a leak becomes visible, water may have already caused extensive unseen structural damage.

Your local plumber can find the root of the problem, whether it’s a toilet with a damaged wax ring, a leaking water pipe, or another source of unwanted moisture and water collection. If the problem is addressed immediately, the cause can be identified and corrected. With the attention of a professional, your bathroom will be back to it’s normal state in no time. If the problem is avoided or not dealt with, you may find yourself required to replace rotting wood, deteriorated sheetrock or manage a problematic mold colonization.

Posted on behalf of Seagraves Plumbing

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Common Toilet Repairs

August 2nd, 2012 Posted in Toilets
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Is there anything more frustrating than a toilet that does not work right?  Considering how often they are used and the fact that we do very little maintenance on our toilets until something goes wrong, it’s a wonder that they work as well as they do and break down so infrequently.

The vast majority of toilets in the U.S. are standard flush toilets that rely on gravity and water pressure to get the job done.  When you turn the flush lever, it opens a flapper valve at the bottom of the toilet tank that lets the water in the tank flow into the bowl and flush the waste down the drain.

Releasing the handle allows the flapper valve to close so the tank can refill with water.  A tank fill valve handles the job of refilling the tank with water.  The fill valve is operated by either a ball float at the end of a wire rod or a cylindrical float on the fill valve.  As the tank gets full, the float rises and activates a shutoff valve that stops the water from flowing into the tank.  At this point the toilet is ready for another flushing.

Most of the parts that make a toilet work are inside the toilet tank.  Carefully remove the lid and watch what happens inside the tank when you flush the toilet.  If the flush handle turns easily but nothing happens, the chain connecting the handle and the flapper valve has either broken or detached.  Re-connecting the chain will fix this problem.

If the toilet “runs” constantly or has “ghost flushes” you could have a leaky flapper valve, a bad fill valve, a leaking float, or the fill valve could be adjusted improperly.  If you are unable to tell which one of these is causing the problem, call your local plumber.  Your plumber will be able to easily identify the cause of the problem and quickly repair your toilet.

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