Common Plumbing Issues Homeowners Face
If your shower water gets cold fast, you could have a problem with your water heater. Maybe your sump pump isn’t keeping your basement dry, or your sink drain gets clogged easily. We can help fix any of these issues.
Water heaters can wear down over time and develop problems with components like heating coils and temperature pressure relief valves. Coils develop issues for several reasons, including corrosion, becoming frozen, and lack of airflow. A relief valve, located on the side of your water heater, can also develop a slow leak. It may also get clogged from corrosion, rust, or mineral buildup. A plumber can replace worn-out parts to solve these common issues.
If your water heater is leaking water or making strange noises, those could be signs that it’s time to replace it. Likewise, if you aren’t getting enough hot water, your current water heater may be too small to handle your water needs. Other signs that it may be time for a new water heater include visible corrosion on the unit, rust in your water, and a low water supply. Our trained plumbers can replace parts and install a new water heater in your home.
When you notice water accumulating in your basement, your sump pump probably has a problem. Sump pumps remove water that has leaked into basements through a discharge pipe. If your sump pump has become overloaded from heavy rains or runoff from snow, it may not have enough power to guard against flooding. You may need to replace it with a unit that can handle higher volumes of water.
If your sink or tub isn’t draining water well, then you may have a clog. Blocked drains are a common problem that a plumber can solve by removing what’s clogging the drain and cleaning the pipes. Some clogged drains arise from mineral or hair buildup, while others are from a small object that gets stuck, like jewelry or a toy. Water pipes can also get blocked by small objects and prevent water from flowing properly.
Boilers can also experience problems like water leaks. A broken seal or valve or rust and corrosion at the bottom of your water tank could cause a leak. Other boiler issues include a frozen or blocked condensate pipe that creates a blockage and prevents your boiler from operating correctly. Our qualified plumbers can identify these and other issues and repair them.
Here’s a brief summary of our services.
- Water heater repair and replacement
- Sump pump replacement
- Drain cleaning
- Boiler repair
- Well pump repair