Now that spring is here, it’s time to think about your springtime plumbing. With the ravages of freeze and thaw cycles that may happen, it’s important to check on a few things to make sure your plumbing will last you for the warmer months — and for years to come.
Check for Leaks
Leaks happen often, and it’s easy to miss one until it’s too late. Now is the best time to check your sinks as well as your toilets, faucets, and hoses for your dishwasher and washing machine. Repairing these things early keeps you from losing money to water waste, and it can protect the rest of your home from serious damage.
Check Your Water Heater
It’s never fun when your water heater goes out, but spending too much money on your hot water isn’t fun either. Make sure your water heater settings aren’t too high so you’re not wasting money on energy usage.
Clear Your Pipes
It’s important this time of year to make sure your gutters, drains, and downspouts are all clean. In addition to this, making sure your plumbing vent pipes haven’t attracted any creatures to nest in them is important too. If they’re clogged, your plumbing could drain very slowly, and the critters won’t be too happy either.
Take Care of Your Outdoor Hoses
It’s probably time to water your gardens and lawn, and you can easily do so with your garden hose. However, don’t neglect it. Unhook it after every use and put it away to make sure excess water doesn’t cause pipes to freeze and burst should the temperatures drop again.
Trust the Experts
There’s a lot that can go wrong with your plumbing, but if you detect issues early, you can stop any problems before any lasting damage is done. When you need the help of the experts, Premier Plumbing & Mechanical is ready to assist you. Contact us!
