When you leave a plumbing problem to sit for too long, it inevitably becomes bigger, messier, and more expensive than it has to be. Those unexpected costs and inconveniences are stressful!
Fortunately, as a trusted local Katy plumber, we’re here to tell you exactly how to spot small problems long before they become unmanageable.
1) Leaky Faucets
Worn washers, corroded valve seats, and lose parts can all cause faucets to start dripping and trickling. The sounds keep you up at night, your water bill goes sky high, and they can even flood your bathroom.
Spot leaky faucets early by paying attention to moisture or mineral build-up around the base of your faucets, slight but unexplained changes in your water bill, and dripping sounds—even if they’re infrequent.
2) Running Toilets
Few things are more annoying than a toilet that runs and runs. The flapper never fully closes and the water never stops running into the bowl. Who wants to live with that noise and water waste?
Spot this problem early by keeping an ear out: strange sounds will alert you first. You can watch too, for the water level in the bowl being too low or too high, or whether you have to jiggle the handle to stop refilling.
3) Clogging Drains
A clogged drain will eventually leave you with a sink full of smelly, scummy water. You want to catch it fast…before it ever gets to that point.
If you see that your water is starting to drain a bit slowly or you’re hearing gurgling sounds from your drain, you might want to call our team right away. Unpleasant odors are another sign. Don’t live with them! Get them checked out!
4) Low Water Pressure
It’s never fun to turn on the shower only to realize you’re standing beneath the world’s weakest trickle of water. Here in Katy, mineral build-up in the pipes is the most common culprit, but leaks in the water lines, or issues with the main water supply, can cause the problem too.
Water pressure problems signal early with unusual pipe noises and signs of leaks around the property, but you might start seeing a small decrease in flow before the problem becomes unbearable. It will only get worse, so get it checked out.
5) Water Heater Problems
Who wants a cold shower? Sediment build up, thermostat malfunctions, broken heating elements and tank corrosion can all lead to hot water heater problems.
Spot this problem early by noticing when water takes too long to heat up, when it’s difficult to get a consistent water temperature, when the water heater makes strange noises, or when you see visible leaks around the base of the trunk.
We Fix Problems Fast
If you alert us fast, we can fix your plumbing problem quickly…and affordably.
Don’t stick your head in the sand. Catch plumbing problems now, before it’s too late. Contact us to get help today.