How To: Prevent Plumbing Problems This Holiday Season

Safety is the most important part of plumbing work, and it should never be compromised.

If there’s a problem with your home’s plumbing system, contact a plumber to inspect for potential problems.

Even if you have a major repair done in December or January, it could remain undetected until – possibly even after – something really bad happens.

Your toilet tank is probably one of the more complicated systems in your house. Most people don’t think twice about their toilet tanks because they rarely need services from a certified plumber.

However, pesky leaks can cost money over time and cause damage that needs immediate attention during the holiday season when most people are busy with family gatherings or getting ready for guests arriving at their home.

To help you prevent that kind of problem, here are some simple tips to keep your toilet tanks running their best over the holidays.

• Change the Flapper If it’s time for you to replace your flapper in your toilet tank, now is an excellent time to do so because this can make a big difference in how much water your tank uses every day.  A worn-out flapper allows more water through than necessary which can lead to leaks.  
• You should also change the fill valve when you replace the flapper since that component is responsible for refilling your toilet tank after each flush. If you’ve never changed one out before, check out this article for directions.
• Fix Leaks Now a leaky faucet or running toilet can waste gallons of water per day which can be really costly over time. If you have any leaks in your home, fix them as soon as possible before they worsen.  Do your research to see if it’s a do-it-yourself project or if you need the services of a professional plumber.
• Fix Slow Drains It’s pretty simple really: if something is draining slowly, there’s probably an obstruction further down the drain line that should be removed immediately by a qualified plumber to protect against potential problems later on.  A clog can lead to wastewater backing up into other drains throughout your house, causing more damage and costing you even more money for repairs.
• If you have any questions about drainage or water efficiency, or if you just want to learn more about plumbing in your home, contact a professional plumber to schedule an appointment.
• Don’t hesitate! If you have any issues with your plumbing system while hosting guests during the holidays, Pro1 Plumbing is available to help.  Pro1 has been providing Calgary and surrounding areas with topnotch plumbing services since 2001.   For more information about our holiday specials, please contact us today!

How can I keep my toilet tanks running their best?

Your toilet tank is probably one of the more complicated systems in your house. Most people don’t think twice about their toilet tanks because they rarely need services from a certified plumber. But pesky leaks can cost you money over time and cause damage that needs immediate attention during the holiday season when most people are busy with family gatherings or getting ready for guests arriving at their home. To help you prevent that kind of problem, here are some simple tips to keep your toilet tanks running their best over the holidays. Change the flapper if it’s time for you to replace your flapper in your toilet tank, now is an excellent time to do so because this can make a big difference in how much water your tank uses every day.

A worn-out flapper allows more water through than necessary which can lead to leaks. You should also change the fill valve when you replace the flapper. Since that component is responsible for refilling your toilet tank after each flush. If you’ve never changed one out before, check out this article for directions. Fix leaks now a leaky faucet or running toilet can waste gallons of water per day. Which can be really costly over time. If you have any leaks in your home, fix them as soon as possible before they worsen. Do your research to see if it’s a do-it-yourself project or if you need the services of a professional plumber.

Conclusion:

If you have any questions about drainage or water efficiency. If you just want to learn more about plumbing in your home, contact a professional plumber to schedule an appointment.

Don’t hesitate! If you have any issues with your plumbing system. While hosting guests during the holidays, Pro1 Plumbing is available to help.  Pro1 has been providing Calgary and surrounding areas with top-notch plumbing services since 2001.