The tap over your kitchen sink keeps running: it can’t be shut it off and you feel guilty because during the past few months you’ve been constantly replacing the washer, hoping for the best.
You now know you are up for the cost of re-seating the tap, or worse: maybe the whole back splash will have to be torn down to see if the leak has affected the wall. It’s time to call a plumber, time to call NexGen Tradies
Finding a plumber who has good reviews and can attend your property as a matter of urgency is your next problem. Solve it fast with a call to a locally owned property maintenance company, such as NexGen Tradies, which will appoint an experienced fully qualified, police cleared, and insured plumber to do your job.
Letting problems drift is costly
Every plumber will tell you: “Don’t wait for an emergency.” Letting problems drift will eventually cost money.
Dripping taps, water that won’t drain out of your bathtub or shower, a toilet that frequently backs up are signs of worse to come!
Many of us tackle slow draining in a kitchen sink or bathroom with drain-clearing products or plungers. Plumbers warn that these efforts can damage pipes and require costly repair. Called early, a plumber will find the source of the blockage and clear it using the right tools.
A backed up toilet deserves the same respect. Using a plunger and chemical products can cause expensive damage.
Avoiding major expense
Major problems can be avoided if you heed warning signs. For instance, water heard running through pipes, including in the toilet, when no one is using the water indicates a leak. Call NexGen Tradies immediately to avoid serious damage in your plumbing system.
Low water pressure in your bathroom or kitchen taps may mean their aerators are clogged. Its worth checking these out and either clean these, or have them cleaned, and if the water pressure does not go back to normal, this can indicate a water leak in the pipes.
Don’t ignore abnormal or unusual smells. For example, a sulphuric smell may indicate a broken sewerage system. You need an experienced plumber to assess the situation. Have a chat to NexGen Tradies to have peace of mind when it comes to hiring a plumber.
Keeping drains unclogged
NexGen Tradies offer a few tips for keeping drains, kitchen sink garbage disposals and toilets unclogged.
1: Don’t drop uneaten food into the kitchen sink garbage disposal. Place it in your general rubbish or – if suitable – in your composting bin. Bones and soft root vegetables can cause destruction in your drainage system.
2: When using the garbage disposal in your sink, make sure it is turned on and running before putting anything into it.
3: Pouring oils, fats or any type of grease down your drains is a no-no. When they solidify they clog up the drains and over time lead to blockages.
4: Flushable baby wipes and wet wipes can clog your toilet so don’t flush them. And don’t flush cotton balls or feminine products, either. They are not suitable for disposal in this way.
These few tips may help you keep your drains clear and your plumbing bills down.
Any time you need an affordable plumber, call NexGen Tradies, Perth’s leading and locally owned property maintenance company.
NexGen Tradies guarantees its work and its employees are police cleared, for your peace of mind. Being locally owned, the company is competitive and operates at a high standard to retain its commercial and residential clients.
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