Usually, when you remodel your home, you work with a designer to create the plans, and then a team of builders do the actual work of moving walls, installing new cabinets, putting down new floors, and so forth. Sometimes, though, you need to involve other professionals and tradespeople in the project. For instance, there are times when you need to get a plumber involved in your remodeling plans. Here are a few of those instances.
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Upgrading your home's water heater can be an important investment for making sure that your home is having its hot water needs met. However, there are mistakes that you may be at risk of committing during this project, which could negatively impact the overall results.
Mistake: Opting For A Used Water Heater
Choosing to upgrade your water heater can be a costly change to make to the home. Opting for a used water heater can be a somewhat risky option due to the fact that it will be difficult to effectively assess its overall condition.
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Your sewer line is a vital part of your residential plumbing system. Without it, you'd have no way of directing the wastewater from your home to the municipal sewer system or your septic system for disposal and treatment.
Although sewer lines work reliably when installed and maintained correctly, several factors, including age, damage, and neglect can cause them to fail. Knowing the symptoms of sewer trouble is essential for avoiding the inconvenience and damage that a faulty sewer line can cause.
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As a homeowner, there are many things you should know and understand about residential plumbing problems and prevention. While no one expects you to be a plumbing contractor and make significant repairs, understanding how to diagnose problems and prevent issues, such as clogs, goes a long way toward avoiding unnecessary service calls.
If your home's future plumbing contractors could give you advice, here are four things they'd want you to know:
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Do you have a sink drain that keeps clogging? Perhaps you clear the clog with a plunger or some drain cleaner, but it becomes blocked again within a few days. This can be a rather frustrating cycle to become caught in. You'll soon grow tired of keeping a plunger by the sink and spending countless dollars on drain cleaner. Luckily, if you call a plumber, they can take action to put an end to your repeated clogs.
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