A leaking water supply pipe isn't always obvious. Leaks can be hidden inside walls or under the floorboards where the pipes pass through. Leaks can also be slow, which means you may never find a pool of water standing near the leak. The following are three signs that can help you catch these types of leaks early.
1: Rusty Water
When leaks form on water supply pipes, the quality of the water often degrades as the leak worsens.
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If large water stains form in your bathroom ceiling every time you take a shower, you could be due to steam, condensation, or both. You could also have a problem with the pipelines and fittings connected to your shower head. Learn why you have damp spots in your bathroom ceiling and how to keep them from occurring below.
How Did Damp Spots Form in Your Ceiling?
Bathroom plumbing is one of the most unique and complex systems in your home, including the fixtures sitting behind your shower wall and ceiling.
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If the plumbing in your home is old and inefficient, it is time to start considering improvements. These improvements can include updating the outdated materials and doing energy-efficient improvements to mechanical systems like water heaters and boilers that are part of your plumbing system. The following guide will help you with upgrades to your pipes and mechanical systems with the help of a plumbing contractor.
Replace the Outdated Water Lines with a Plumbing Manifold System for More Efficient Pipes
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Are you a homeowner who is experiencing issues with the heating in your home? If so, you have probably found the situation frustrating. You may wonder if the issue has to do with a failing heating system. However, if you have an up-to-date or new heating system, you have probably ruled out that possibility. Issues with comfort can cause several unrelated issues such as restless sleeping, irritability, and lack of motivation.
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Some plumbing problems are simple enough that folks confident doing DIY work will be happy to tackle. Other issues, though, can present major challenges even to people with experience. It's wise to know when to say enough is enough and bring in a professional so let's take a look at three times when that may be the case.
The Issue Won't Quit
Dealing with something like a simple toilet repair to the order of replacing the chain on a ball-and-cock system is a job many DIYers are willing to tackle.
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