Have you ever brought yourself into the position that you have certain things to fix, and you are aware that these things are not a big issue at all, but you still need to call a plumber? This may be really time consuming, but it can also cost you lots of money, therefore, you should know about some DIY plumbing tips to try before calling the plumber. Of course, with this article, we do not want to underestimate the value of plumber and drain rescue services, as their importance is on the greatest possible level, but rather to show you that you are completely capable of dealing with certain things by yourself. The problems presented in this article are some of the most common problems with your pipes in the kitchen or toilet, so knowing how to deal with them all by yourself is probably the best thing to learn today. So, here is the list:
- Clogged toilet
This is one of the most common problems, but believe it or not, usually the only thing you need is a plunger. Pushing in and out strongly with the rubber flange is very likely to solve the problem immediately. According to some statistics, over 90% of clogged toiled may be fixed with this technique.
- Clogged walk-in shower
Water waste is usually the biggest problem when it comes to showers, therefore, in order to reduce it, you should definitely think about installing a low-flow showerhead. However, if you still have troubles with clogged shower, you should also try and fix it with a plunger, by placing it directly over the drain. So simple, yet so effective.
- Clogged bath tub
First of all, let us talk a little bit about prevention. To make this never happen, make sure to regularly check whether your plug is leaking, as the leaking obviously produces water waste, which brings to clogging. However, if it still occurs, you should clean out the drain and the excess of the hair, soap, or anything else, by removing the topper. It is definitely a piece of cake!
- Running toilet
Before we start, here is a fun fact for you to know: when your toilets are leaking, they may waste up to 24 gallons a day, which is, believe it or not, the same as flushing the toilet for 20 times. Now that we have your attention and that you think in numbers, we will definitely offer you a solution. Usually, when your toilet is leaking, it only means that you need to replace the flapper. As simple as that!
- Slow drains
It is not always about the clogged pipes, as sometimes that is not fully the case, but you still have issues with slow drains. Believe it or not, this issue may be solved only by using hot water and table salt. The salt will help loosen debris from the sides of the pipe, and the hot water will flush it all away, and your pipes will breathe again freely.
