Plumbing Issues That Require an Expert to Fix

If you are a handy person, you can tighten a leaky faucet or unclog your sink using a plunger. You should know which plumbing issues not to attempt fixing on your own. Read on to learn more about the plumbing issues that require you to call in the pros.



Sewage Backup 

Always treat a backed-up sewer as an emergency. Sewage water exiting through your home’s drains leads to a bad smell and is a health hazard that you shouldn't attempt to fix on your own.

Sewer backups mainly result from clogs in the main sewer lines. Pinpointing and repairing a clog in the main sewer line requires expertise and tools that only an expert possesses. When you notice smelly water coming up through your sink drains or your toilet, call in a plumbing expert.

Burst Pipes

Water discoloration, reduced water pressure, or flooding in your home might be signs of a burst pipe in your plumbing system. The main causes of burst pipes are high water pressure and frozen water in the pipes, especially during the winters.

Water from burst pipes can damage your electrical system or even compromise the integrity of your home. If you don't have the right skills, you may find it challenging to find the leak, let alone fix the burst pipe. 

Clogged Drains 

When items such as hair or food build up in your drains, the water can drain partially or may not drain at all. With a plunger, a clogged sink shouldn't be a hard task to tackle. However, when a plunger isn't doing much to help you unclog drains in your house, an expert might have the solution.

You should avoid dumping foreign and insoluble materials in your sinks so you don't keep spending money to have someone unclog your drains.

Water Loss

When you have no water in your house, pay a visit to your neighbors and ask if they have the same issue. If your neighbors have water, and you can't tell why your house has no water, you might have a serious plumbing issue. 

Frozen or burst pipes might be the reason your faucets are dry. Even if you successfully figure out what might be the problem with your plumbing issues, DIY solutions might not suffice in restoring your normal water flow. However, someone with experience, skills, and the right tools can work to restore your water.

Stubborn Leaks

A leaky pipe joint or a faucet that can't stop dripping can lead to increased water bills. Leaks mainly result from improper pipe or faucet installations. If you try tightening the leaking points and you are not successful in solving the issue, a skilled professional can help you out.

An expert will replace the O ring or washer to ensure the joints are leak-proof saving you from high water bills.

New Plumbing Projects

When you want to upgrade your water heater or get a bathtub, hiring professional plumbing services is the best thing to do since you lower the risk of improper pipe and appliance installations. 

Working with a professional with the right licensing and insurance guarantees you quality work and saves you from repair costs in case something goes wrong during or immediately after the installation.

For the best professional services make sure you verify the skills and the certifications of the plumber you integrate into your new project.

If your plumbing system develops any of the issues in this piece, or you have a new plumbing project that you want to complete, get in touch with us at Garden Spot Mechanical. We offer full-range plumbing services to residential, commercial, and industrial clients.