Check the Plumbing Regularly
Throughout the entire home, the plumbing is one of the most common places where problems can arise. Rather than allowing this to happen in your home, learn to recognize the signs. Some of the biggest causes of burst pipes come from problems with the pressure, or frozen pipes in the winter.
Watch for signs of water leaks such as water spots on the ceiling under your bathroom, increased water bills that are out of the ordinary, banging pipes whenever the water is turned off, and more. If any of these signs are present, look deeper into the bathroom plumbing to determine where exactly the problem is located.
Beware of Toilet Overflows
There is no escaping toilet problems in the home. With a new home, sudden toilet failure can occur through a faulty supply line. In older homes, the issue is more likely to be a slow leak, perhaps in conjunction with a toilet clog. Both of these have the potential to do great damage.
The first thing that must be done is to caulk all around the toilet. This way even if an overflow does occur, the water will not be able to trickle down into the floor. If your toilet does clog, open the tank and lift the flapper to prevent more water from coming in, overflowing the bowl. When possible replace the supply line gate valves with ball valves, which can reduce the risk of overflowing.
Keep an Eye on the Bathtub & Shower
Leaving this water running by mistake can have negative consequences in your home. Even if you have caulking around the bathtub and shower, an intense water leak can cause damage to the grout, causing more problems than you can deal with.
Start out by inspecting these areas of your home on a regular basis for any holes in the caulking or signs of potential damage. Look also for stains or soft places on walls, floors, and ceilings near the bathroom to determine whether or not a leak is occurring.
If you do find a leak or major problem within your bathroom, don’t hesitate to call for help. The sooner the problem is addressed, the faster it will be solved, making it easier to prevent further damage from happening.
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