How To Prevent Common Plumbing Emergencies: Tips From Experts

Plumbing emergencies are annoying and stressful, especially when the repairs cost more than anticipated. Plumbing systems are bound to break eventually, but you can put off many issues by taking great care of your pipes to prevent big problems.

Elite Plumbing is here for you when you have an emergency plumbing problem that can’t wait. Keep reading to learn how you can stave off those emergency calls with proper plumbing system care!

Top Plumbing Emergencies To Watch For

Boiler Corrosion

Regular boiler maintenance is your best option for boiler and pipe corrosion prevention, as it’s almost inevitable for most boilers. Corrosion is due to the buildup of rust or other sediment.

Periodically drain the water tank completely to wash out sediment. It will essentially set the buildup back to zero and will take longer for it to happen.

Burst Pipes

Freezing temperatures will lead to burst pipes if they aren’t properly insulated. Prevent burst pipes by properly insulating them with foam sleeves or insulating tape. Keep the temperature at 55 degrees Fahrenheit or higher to prevent freezing.

Burst pipes may also be due to major clogs. Avoid flushing anything but toilet paper, and don’t allow large chunks of food or grease to go down sink drains. Regular pipe inspections will allow plumbers to detect forming clogs and will prevent plumbing emergencies.

Water Damage From Unknown Source

If you see water damage or puddles in your home but you don’t know the cause, it’s likely due to a leaking or burst pipe in the walls. Try to find the source of the leak by checking all the fixtures and exposed pipes in the area and turn off the water if you find the source. If you can’t find the source, call Elite Plumbing and we’ll use water leak detection to locate the problem in the walls.

Since you can’t access these pipes easily, regular pipe inspections are necessary to ensure they aren’t corroded or broken. Our plumbers will use small cameras to look at what’s going on.

Slow-Draining Sinks

Slow draining is the first symptom of clogged drains. Prevention is pretty simple: don’t allow hair, debris, or foreign objects to go down the drain, and avoid drain cleaning tips that suggest using harsh chemicals.

Try unclogging it yourself with a small drain snake you can get from the hardware store. If this doesn’t solve the problem and other sinks or tubs are also draining slowly, you may have a clogged main sewer line, which likely took years for the clog to form. You’ll need to call our professional plumbers so they can inspect the line with a camera and determine if a drain snake or hydro jetting will be suitable.

Call Elite Plumbing for Every Problem

Even if you’re extremely careful about how you treat your plumbing, emergencies are bound to happen at some point. When they do, contact Elite Plumbing at (443) 343-2284 – our professional plumbers are prepared for any issue you throw at us.

You can trust that you’re in good hands when you work with us. Just reach out to learn more!