6 Useful Plumbing Tips Everyone Should Know

6 Useful Plumbing Tips Everyone Should Know Here are 6 basic plumbing secrets that every homeowner should know. That can help you in emergency. Know where the Shut-Off Valves are The shut-off valve is usually in the basement or an outside wall in a utility area of the house. Note the location of the main shut-off valve and drain. In case you need to conduct any periodic cleanouts. Do not Put Garbage Down the Drain Never dump any type of garbage to the drain. Do not dump any vegetable peelings, food debris or starchy foods down the kitchen drain. They will clog your pipes. Take the Plunge Use a high-quality plunger to clear clogs in all toilets, sinks, and drains. Use a plunger to push water out before removing the trap. Look Out for Leaks If you suspect a leak in your plumbing system, then do not wait until it gets worse and you end up with a real mess. The early leak detection can save your money and avert potential disasters. Do not Over-Tighten Fittings The common plumbing mistake is over-tightening fittings and connections which may lead to broken bolts and screws. It may crack the pipe and cause a leak. Use of Plumber's Tape Plumber's tape is used to seal pipe threads. It prevent leaks around joints and fittings. The tape cut to specific widths which makes it easy to wind around the pipe threads. Any Plumbing Problem? O https://www.tarantobrosplumbing.com.au/ Taranto Bros [email protected] plumbing (03) 9068 7828