5 Common Bathroom Plumbing Glitches
If you’ve ever attempted to fix some bathroom plumbing you’ll appreciate that it is almost always more complicated than it originally appears. That’s why you should have the number of a reputable plumber Sydney, they can help you resolve the issues or even do the work for you.
Once you realize the 5 most common bathroom plumbing glitches you’ll want to leave it up to the professionals.
- Leaks
It’s not surprising that leaks are the most common issue, they can also be the most costly and damaging.
Most of the pipework in your bathroom will be hidden, making it difficult to spot a leak. The most effective way is to shut all your water appliances off and check your water meter. Check it again an hour later, if it’s moved you have a leak and you need to find it.
Leaks that aren’t found can cause stains and rot wood, potentially causing structural issues.
- Toilet Constantly Flowing
A faulty, old, or badly fitted cistern can cause your toilet to run constantly. In older systems, this is often due to the flapper valve perishing or seals failing. If you’ve just fitted the cistern you’ll need to verify that all the seals are located correctly and that the water height is set properly.
Replacing the inner workings will usually rectify the issue, providing you seat t all correctly. If not, it can be another costly error.
- Drain Issues
The first sign that you have a drain issue is when your sink or toilet drain much slower than usual. This indicates you have a clog in your pipework. If all the drains are slow then it’s in the sewer outlet. If only one is slow-draining the clog is probably between that appliance and the sewer.
You’ll need drain rods, possibly a camera, and may even have to take sections of the plumbing apart.
Of course, if you’ve fitted the drains yourself you may simply not have set them at the appropriate angle, preventing the water from flowing smoothly away.
- Smells
The most common smell to do with plumbing is methane or sewer gas. The smell is usually prevented from getting into your home because there are traps under all appliances that hold water.
If any of these are dry the smell will get into your house and you’ll need to investigate the issue further.
Smells can also occur if sewer pipes have been damaged.
- Shower Position
Did you know that electrical fittings must be a specified distance from all water sources? If you’ve decided to change the lights, move the sink, shower, or even toilet, you may have inadvertently broken the regulations regarding electricity and water.
This increases the likelihood of an electric shock. You’ll need to adjust the position of the electrics or the sinks etc.
In fact, this is why it is so important to get professional advice and assistance when undertaking any work in the bathroom. The professionals can prevent costly mistakes, making them the cheaper and more efficient option.
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