All About Plumbing

Sooner or later every plumbing system has problems. Whether they are minor or major, having a trustworthy plumber to turn to when problems arise can be invaluable.

Shower plumbing is not a straightforward procedure. Depending on the age and construction of your house, there can be complications with gas or even sewerage pipes. One such complication is that there can be base leaking under the shower. This complication is all but invisible until it rots through your roof and causes the whole shower floor to become unsafe. This process can take several months, or even a year. A professional plumber should be able to remove and old shower and install a new shower within 2 days. He will make sure that there are no unforeseen problems with the installation, so that you can rest easy knowing that your shower is not leaking and causing unseen damage.

Pipes can be made of various materials, including copper, stainless steel, brass, and even ceramic. Each of these materials requires different handling and appropriate fixtures. If you are experiencing a plumbing leak it's important to get it dealt with quickly, as water damage can rust and weaken pipes. If water damage becomes too severe, the pipe will need to be replaced altogether.

A professional, licensed plumbing service will be able to advise you on your leaking pipes and know how to best attend to whatever type of pipe you have. Some plumbing services specialize in particular types of pipe repair, so check with your plumber that he has related experience and will be able to deal with your problem.

Even worse than leaking pipe is a clogged pipe or problems with your septic tank. Nothing spells disaster more pronounced than waste water backing up through you shower sink or toilet. Most people probably will first try to fix the clog themselves using some kind of chemicals. The more adventurous types might even try to unclog the pipe with a home use snake.

But in reality this often makes the problem worse by damaging the pipes. The clog is rarely removed completely and the pipe walls might get damaged or even leaky leading to a more expensive repair later on.

Plumbing problems can range from minor clogs to major leaks and even floods. Don't let a plumbing problem get out of hand. Call a licensed plumber to help you repair or replace any plumbing problems.