Prevent Plumbing Leaks to Save Money
Water can be destructive to the structure of a home. Leaks cause wooden surfaces to warp and water contributes to mold and mildew growth on fabric, plastic, and tiled surfaces. Long term, undetected water leaks damage concrete slabs and residential foundations. Prevent plumbing leaks to keep water bills in check and reduce expenses related to repairing water damage.
Steps to Help Maintain Home Plumbing Systems
Plumbers offer maintenance services to help keep residential plumbing systems in good condition. Request some of these services to maintain a leak-free property.
Regular Plumbing System Maintenance
One of the best steps to prevent plumbing leaks in the home involves requesting an annual system inspection by a licensed plumber. Your plumber will inspect the current condition of your fixtures and pipes and recommend specific steps to protect your plumbing pipes.
Periodic Drain Cleaning Services Help Prevent Plumbing Leaks
Over time, sludge and debris build up inside drains and drainage pipes. Regular drain cleaning services help control this problem and extend the lifespan of the plumbing system. This service also helps drains empty as rapidly as possible. Drain cleaning services eliminate some obstructions that might cause leaks to develop.
Water Softeners
Hard water containing high levels of dissolved minerals causes deposits to form and can block sewer lines. Install a water softener to help control this problem if you live in an area with high mineral content in the water, any reading over 7 grains of minerals per gallon. Pipe narrowing due to mineral deposits may eventually contribute to plumbing leaks.
Prevent Plumbing Leaks by Repiping
In some cases, a plumber will recommend repiping as the best strategy for avoiding future plumbing leaks. Aging pipes or leak-prone polybutylene pipes may result in frequent plumbing repair bills. Pipe replacement offers a long-term solution to this problem.
A Long-Term Perspective
At some point, even well-maintained residential plumbing systems will develop problems. The lifespan of the system depends upon the type of plumbing materials used and regular maintenance. With proper care, brass, copper, and steel pipes can last well over 50 years.
Veriguard Home Inspections provides home inspections in northern New Jersey. Contact us to request an appointment.