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It will not be wrong to say that when it comes to fixing major plumbing issues, you must resort to professional assistance. However, there are few issues that you can resolve on your own too. These DIY tips have been mentioned in the paragraphs below.

• Plumbing tips every homeowner must know

There are basic DIY plumbing tasks that can help you to save time, effort, and money. Most importantly, it can prevent any major damage to your property if it is arrested well before time. What are these tips?

• Fixing a leaking tap

If the washer is damaged, you get leaky taps. So, you must replace one immediately. Get one from a reliable hardware shop and start the task. First and foremost, you have to turn off the water supply valve so that water does not drain out and it will also make the job messy. Then you can remove the handle of the tap.

Once you have removed the plastic insert with a cloth and wrench, the valve must be unscrewed to continue with the task. Make sure after you reassemble the parts, you start the water supply and check whether it is working or not.

• Unclogging a blocked toilet

A plunger is handy in this case, which you must have at your disposal at all times. However, before you proceed make sure that the water level has gone down. Try to prevent any overflow on the floor when you use the plunger. After about 2 or 3 plunges, flush off the toilet. In case you are finding it difficult, plumber Vancouver Company is just a phone call away.

• Replacing a shower head

Your approach will depend on whether you have to replace the arm of the shower or just the head of the shower. If it is the arm, unscrew it from near the wall and replace it with a new arm keeping the head of the shower intact if it is not causing trouble while repairing. You can use plumber tapes for best fit.

Keep plumbing issues at bay

Aside from the tips mentioned above, there are few essential points that you must keep in mind so that you can keep any plumbing related issues at bay. These are as follows-

• Avoid pouring oil for cooking into the drains. They not only make the pipes harder but will clog the drains too. As a preventive measure, using strainers will help.
• From time to time make sure you clean the supply hoses and lint trap.
• It is best to make use of dishwashers and washing machines at night. This will help you to work when water temperature and pressure is optimum.

It is not just about the plumbing issues inside your home but pay equal attention to the exterior of your house too. Make sure the drains and gutters are debris free and for this you must clean it from time to time.

Last but not the least, plan a thorough plumbing maintenance schedule to check for the inside and exterior of your house twice or thrice a year.