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Spend 1 hour every 6 months and go through this checklist. This can help you to prevent the problems from becoming worse, which can save you quite a bit of money in the long run. Therefore, taking a few minutes to inspect your plumbing system is time well spent.
• Look for signs of leaks (puddles of water and watermarks) in exposed pipes, where pipes run through the walls or the foundation of your home.
• Look for signs of corrosion (green stains around brass and copper fittings and shutoff valves – yellow or orange stains on old steel pipe). Corrosion of pipes can cause leaks and bad pipe connections if not corrected.
• Test water pressure. Water pressure is with how much force the water comes out of sink faucets and showerheads. Low water pressure can be a sign of sediment build up in the faucet or shower head. It may also be a sign of a problem with the water line.
• Remove the showerhead to look for any sediment that may have collected in it. This may be a cause of lower the water pressure.
• Check each sink, shower and tub drain for the speed of drainage. Slow drainage usually indicates a clog in the drain or a blocked vent pipe. Your drains should have a full swirl when draining. If bubbles appear when water is draining, this is usually a sign of a problem. If there are gurgling sounds, there may be venting problems.
• Check the flushing handle and inside parts of the toilets. Flush each toilet to make sure that it is flushing properly. Check the parts inside the tank to see if any parts are broken, rusted, or missing. Make sure the toilet water does not continue to run after flushing and make sure there is no sign of water on the floor around the toilet.
• Look for cracked tiles in the shower, around sinks, or near water pipes in the home. Loose or hollow tiles can be an indication that there is, or was, a leak that has caused rotting underneath or behind the tile. Water that goes through the cracks will look like a plumbing leak on the ceiling below.
• See if tub, sink or toilet caulking is coming off. Check for mildew, which is caused by standing water that may have dried up again.
• Push and pull gently on each toilet to see if it rocks or moves.
• Look inside the burner chamber of the home’s water heater. See if there are any flakes of rust inside of the chamber. Also, check the flame of the water heater, which should be a blue color with no signs of yellow in the flame. If you see a yellow color, this may mean that the jets need to be cleaned. Drain the water heater to remove sediment that may have built up in it, or contact us for assistance.
• Turn on all of the faucets to see if there is any water coming out of the handles and valves.
• Check the washing machine hoses to make sure that there aren’t any cracks and that the hoses are not brittle or leaking. Washing machine leaks are common insurance claims. The best hoses are braided stainless, or other high pressure material.
• Check around your dishwasher for signs of leaks or discoloration on the adjoining cabinetry.
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Homeowner's maintenance checklist
As a homeowner, keeping up with home maintenance can sometimes feel like a full-time job. Below you will find a helpful checklist that will help you to look for plumbing problems as well as potential plumbing problems that should be addressed before they become a real issue. If you have any questions or concerns upon completing your list, please contact us and we’d be happy to assist you.