Most homeowners know very little about their plumbing. They are unaware of how the plumbing pipes enter and exit the house. They are unaware of how to repair or install their water heater. They are even unaware of how a simple toilet clog can lead to an expensive flood remediation service. This is shocking, considering that water damage and flooding is the number one insurance claim in the country. Many of these disastrous floods could have been prevented with minimal plumbing knowledge or regular plumbing service inspections.
Minimal plumbing awareness
There is nothing wrong with a general lack of knowledge regarding your house?s plumbing. However, homeowners should have minimal plumbing knowledge. This means having the ability to identify a flood or leak. It also means understanding where the plumbing appliances are and how they work. That way, if a problem occurs, you know when to call a professional plumbing service. If you are completely plumbing unaware, as many homeowners are, consider scheduling regular plumbing service inspections.
Regular plumbing service inspections
Regular plumbing service inspections can identify plumbing problems before they become large. They can identify things like minor leaks, necessary sewer repairs, and the need for professional drain cleaning services. You are likely to save money with regular plumbing inspections by preventing just one large flood with water damage. Plumbers can also assist with replacing your water heater. You may be tempted to install a water heater on your own, but improper installation can cause problems with the temperature of the water in your house.
Cost savings
As mentioned, plumbing inspections can save you the cost of a troublesome flood. Additionally, plumbers can save you money by reducing the monthly costs of your utilities. Homeowners with higher than average water bills tend to have some type of an unknown plumbing issue. Fixing easily corrected household water leaks can save homeowners about 10% on their water bills. Although minimal knowledge of the plumbing in your home can correct minor leaks, you may not be correcting them at the correct level.
Entire plumbing replacements
Much of the countries? plumbing systems were built many years ago. The piping is outdated and rusted in many places. A leak can make it very difficult to correct, as the piping is already corroded and the piping lies underground, sometimes underneath the house?s structure. Sometimes, additional piping can be placed around the existing plumbing. Since ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) pipe is relatively inexpensive and readily available, it is often the most common choice for drain lines and vent lines throughout a house.
However, one the entire plumbing systems needs to be replaced, the entire ground and existing plumbing system needs to be dug up. This can get extremely expensive and is usually not covered by any type of insurance plan. Fortunately, updated methods repair and replace plumbing lines with minimal digging. Trenchless sewer lines and trenchless methods came on the market for residential homes about 10 to 15 years ago, but many consumers are still unaware that they are an option. Working with a professional plumber and having regular plumbing inspections can better prepare you for the entire replacement of your plumbing system. You will also be aware of more updated replacement procedures, such as with trenchless digging methods.
The plumbing is one of the most important parts of the functioning of your household. Every homeowner should have minimally, a small amount of plumbing knowledge. If you know nothing about plumbing and how it affects your household, it is important to schedule regular plumbing inspections. Regular monitoring and plumbing inspections can prevent floods from occurring. It can also prepare you for the full replacement of things like your water heater, your drains, and your entire plumbing system.