5 Tips To Keep Your Plumbing In Top Shape

Does this sound familiar: you wake up each morning, turn on a pot of coffee, wash your face, brush your teeth and gets ready for the day ahead. In this hectic morning routine, there is one system that helps it run each day, and that is your plumbing system. When your plumbing or pipes breakdown you are not only looking at a household disturbance, you are also looking at water damage, major repairs, and a very unnecessary headache but luckily, it’s preventable. If you are looking to keep your morning routine as hiccup-free as possible, here are five tips for keeping your plumbing in tip-top shape:

Mind The Clogs

One of the easiest ways you can ensure your pipes are in the clear is to avoid a major clog. Keep grease away from your sink and use strainers in your sink or tub. Preventing a clog will save you from a significant issue down the road.

Repair ASAP

Don’t let sweat the small stuff, is a great motto but now when it comes to your plumbing. Ignoring the little issues can lead to a significant problem down the road, so if you spot a leak, fix it as soon as possible. 

Maintenance

By having your drains, and plumbing checked by a professional, you are taking out the guesswork. An expert will be able to see any hidden issues that you might not notice. They will also check for damage and wear, and can fix it before it becomes a significant problem.

Winterize

Winter can do a number on your pipes if you let it, so be sure to winterize. Remove exterior hoses, and insulate any exposed pipes. If you wait too long, you could be dealing with a significant pipe burst, so when the cold weather hits, add this to your to-do list.

Know How The Basics

No matter how much you prep, accidents, and emergency still happen. When your plumbing is acting up, you’ll want to react not overact. To stop further flooding, always shut off the main water valve, and if you believe that your pipes are frozen, you’ll want to shut off your water heater too. To ensure that all issues are found and corrected you’ll want to call your local plumber, and if you call Scott Hale today, we’ll come today! 

Scott Hale Plumbing is the intelligent choice for all your plumbing needs in Salt Lake City – so for help with repairs request service or call us today.