TOP 5 PLUMBING REPAIRS YOU SHOULDN’T TRY DIY WITH
You could’ve come across numerous, How-to-guides and easiest DIY fixes about frequent Plumbing Issues. Well, there are certain areas, where none of the immediate DIY fixes would work and even trying for a DIY fix within these certain areas in Plumbing will lead to further problems.
Why shouldn't you try an immediate DIY fix for certain plumbing problems?
In plumbing, there are two kinds of plumbing problems,
- One that occurs frequently
- One that occurs due to lack of maintenance
The plumbing problems that occur frequently can be fixed with DIY plumbing fixes for a certain period, and more importantly only within the specified limit. Like,
- Sink Blockage
- Shower Drain Clog
- Tap Leak
Especially when the plumbing problems occur due to lack of maintenance, using a DIY fix might result in further development of plumbing problems. Like,
- Radiator breakdown
- Noise within the boiler
- Hard to breathe with Air Dust
So we would like to give you a heads up before you get into further plumbing problems without a prior understanding of How DIY fixes work.
Here are the top 5 plumbing repairs you shouldn’t DIY
Gas Leak within the home
Almost every household and the commercial building does own a Boiler or Central Heating System running at all times during winter. Most commercial and household owners make sure to maintain the central heating system, so there isn’t a gas leak or breakdown in the middle of the winter. Which might cost more to repair during the winter season and not maintaining the central heating system will eventually reduce it’s
- Efficiency
- Life Expectancy
- Increase Energy Bills
- Increased Frequent Repairs
Risk of Gas leaks
- Gas leaks come with a risk, even slight negligence in maintaining the central heating system or Boiler would lead to damage to your house as well as cause health problems to your family members.
- Almost 60 – 100 people pass away every year around England and Wales, due to the Gas leak within their homes. The cause could either be the damaged gas line or not maintaining the central heating system and boiler.
“That’s why we always advise every household and commercial owner to make sure their Central Heating System is maintained frequently and Why servicing boilers in summer costs less?”
How to identify Gas leaks?
- Dead Houseplant
- Hissing sound near the gas line
- White Smoke or dust cloud near the gas line
- Rotten egg smell
- Breathing Problem
Sewer Clogging
There are two types of sewer lines, one that runs beneath your house and the other one connecting the mainline. Sewer clogging can become a real headache if it isn’t properly maintained or in better words making sure to not dump heavy objects through sewer lines will save you from frequent sewer clogging.
Risk of Sewer Clogging
- Structural Damage of the house basement
- Increase in Molds and Pests
- Health Deterioration
- Burst Pipe
- Possibility of water contamination
- People with weaker immune systems do develop allergies due to the contaminated air caused by Sewer Clog
“Here are top reasons to hire professional drainage services like ESBAH Emergency Plumbing Services”
How to identify if your sewer is clogged?
- Awful Smell
- Slow draining of water in shower or kitchen or sink etc…
- Overflowing toilet bowl
Burst Pipe
For example, a Normal pipe leak can be fixed with a simple patch job or by tightening some loose ends. Burst pipes, on the other hand, are an immediate emergency that must be addressed immediately. Pipes are vulnerable to freezing during the winter months, resulting in problems such as burst pipes and a lack of running water. However, you should be aware that the cycle of freezing-thawing can cause pipe damage. As a result of changing seasons, they may become vulnerable and burst.
Warning Signs of Burst Pipe
- Discoloured and Smelly Water
- Hollow Sounds in the pipeline
- Water leak in the pipeline, underneath the floor or wall
- Moulds
- Water is still cold even after the geyser is turned on
Central Heating System
The Central Heating System is the vital system of every household. Without the Central Heating System, none of the households can survive during winter. It can be a Radiator or Boiler or Water Heater that helps you stay comfortable within the home at all seasons.
Why shouldn’t you DIY Central Heating System Problems?
Problems within the central heating system don’t have any easy DIY fixes or emergency patches. Each and every minor fault that happens within the central heating system will lead to another no matter what unless you get the central heating systems serviced with Gas professionals like ESBAH Emergency Plumbing Services.
Air Duct
Air Ducts have been the most commonly neglected plumbing repair in most households. If there is going to be the usage of the Central Heating System during winter, having a clear air duct is mandatory to make sure your house is filled with breathable air. Even if you aren’t using a central heating system, the dust gets stored in your air duct system waiting to be distributed within your home once you turn on the central heating system during winter.
How can ESBAH Emergency Plumbing Services help you get your plumbing repairs fixed in no time?
ESBAH Emergency Plumbers is a plumbing and drainage service provider based in Birmingham and the West Midlands. Our team has more than 30 years of experience providing plumbing services for residential, industrial, and commercial properties. We are available 24×7, so please contact us at 0121 582 2355 and info@emergencyplumber.services, If you require Emergency Plumbing Services at a reasonable cost.
