The Best Deerfield Beach PLumbing Experts
Before needing to contact a plumber, it would be comforting to know that there are many simple plumbing problems that you can take care of yourself. Some plumbing issues are not as difficult to fix as you may think, so being able to fix them yourself would save you time and money. Plumbers Deerfield would like to offer you a few handy plumbing tips to use on your next rainy day.
First and foremost, it is important to know where your shut-off valves are located. If you spring a leak, it could quickly lead to bigger problems and it will definitely lead to a bigger hole in your wallet. Wasting water in a leak and potentially suffering from water damages in one’s home is not anyone’s idea of a good time. In case of emergencies, knowing where you can go to turn off your water flow could save you a lot of time and trouble.
It is common to store supplies underneath our sinks – after all, there is an entire empty cabinet there. The issue with this is that the pipes and shut-off valves for our sinks are in those cabinets. It is not a good idea to store too many objects that could cover those pipes and valves (this includes plastic grocery bags!), but if there are a few items you want to store there, it is a good idea to make sure the plumbing hardware is protected and free from bumping or snagging. Your local hardware store should sell foam pipe covers that you can slip over your pipes and valves to make sure nothing messes with the hardware. This will also protect against snagging hoses (if you have a hose sprayer on your sink). The pipe covers are cheap and it could prevent causing destruction that may require a plumber in the future.
If you are considering doing remodeling of any sort, it is important to know what’s behind your drywall. Pipes (and other important hardware) may lie behind the walls you cut into, and you wouldn’t want to destroy any plumbing in the middle of your remodel. Before you start any projects, and while you are working on the project, keep in mind what might get in your way. Being careful is the most important part about keeping your home functioning properly.
Another helpful tip is about how to flush your toilets if you are without power or if you have to cut off your water supply for a project. Dumping a 1-gallon bucket into the toilet bowl will flush your toilet even without running water. This is a helpful tip to keep in mind during your next hurricane, too. We know that power outages caused by storms are common in Florida so it is smart to know what your options are for plumbing before any issues occur.
If you have kids or you find yourself dropping things often, knowing how to get lost items out of a toilet is helpful. Items like keys, toothbrushes, or toys could easily get lost in your toilet and it isn’t in anyone’s interest to have to reach their hand into the drain to try to retrieve anything. Before feeling like you have to call for help, use a wet/dry vacuum (also known as a shop vac) to suck the item out of the toilet. It is safe to get water in the vacuum so you don’t have to worry about damaging it.
Deerfield Plumbing wants you to have the most stress-free solutions to all your plumbing problems. If you don’t feel confident trying to do a project yourself, or if what you did doesn’t work, don’t hesitate to contact us. We will always be more than happy to help you through any issues.
First and foremost, it is important to know where your shut-off valves are located. If you spring a leak, it could quickly lead to bigger problems and it will definitely lead to a bigger hole in your wallet. Wasting water in a leak and potentially suffering from water damages in one’s home is not anyone’s idea of a good time. In case of emergencies, knowing where you can go to turn off your water flow could save you a lot of time and trouble.
It is common to store supplies underneath our sinks – after all, there is an entire empty cabinet there. The issue with this is that the pipes and shut-off valves for our sinks are in those cabinets. It is not a good idea to store too many objects that could cover those pipes and valves (this includes plastic grocery bags!), but if there are a few items you want to store there, it is a good idea to make sure the plumbing hardware is protected and free from bumping or snagging. Your local hardware store should sell foam pipe covers that you can slip over your pipes and valves to make sure nothing messes with the hardware. This will also protect against snagging hoses (if you have a hose sprayer on your sink). The pipe covers are cheap and it could prevent causing destruction that may require a plumber in the future.
If you are considering doing remodeling of any sort, it is important to know what’s behind your drywall. Pipes (and other important hardware) may lie behind the walls you cut into, and you wouldn’t want to destroy any plumbing in the middle of your remodel. Before you start any projects, and while you are working on the project, keep in mind what might get in your way. Being careful is the most important part about keeping your home functioning properly.
Another helpful tip is about how to flush your toilets if you are without power or if you have to cut off your water supply for a project. Dumping a 1-gallon bucket into the toilet bowl will flush your toilet even without running water. This is a helpful tip to keep in mind during your next hurricane, too. We know that power outages caused by storms are common in Florida so it is smart to know what your options are for plumbing before any issues occur.
If you have kids or you find yourself dropping things often, knowing how to get lost items out of a toilet is helpful. Items like keys, toothbrushes, or toys could easily get lost in your toilet and it isn’t in anyone’s interest to have to reach their hand into the drain to try to retrieve anything. Before feeling like you have to call for help, use a wet/dry vacuum (also known as a shop vac) to suck the item out of the toilet. It is safe to get water in the vacuum so you don’t have to worry about damaging it.
Deerfield Plumbing wants you to have the most stress-free solutions to all your plumbing problems. If you don’t feel confident trying to do a project yourself, or if what you did doesn’t work, don’t hesitate to contact us. We will always be more than happy to help you through any issues.