Addison Green: Reasons to Call a Professional PlumberWith so many television shows and websites out therethese days, the plumbing DIY crowd is definitely biggerthan it’s ever been.

1. Reasons to Call a Professional Plumber
With so many television shows and websites out there
these days, the plumbing DIY crowd is definitely bigger
than it’s ever been. More and more people are intent on
getting in there and performing their own plumbing
repairs, and while this is an honorable concept, there are
still times when a professional plumber should get the
call.

2. Reasons to Call a Professional Plumber
If you aren’t quite sure, or even if you think
you are, take a moment and consider the
potential damage that could happen to
your home if you’re off the mark. Here are
some situations where calling in a
professional would be the best idea.

3. Finding a Leak
One of the more frustrating plumbing issues you can have is when
you’re pretty sure there’s a leak somewhere but you can’t locate it.
Leak detection is a science unto itself, and a professional plumber
can find leaks that you would never be able to locate. A leak that
continues on undiagnosed can end up causing major problems in
your house, including high water bills, low water pressure and
massive structural damage.

4. Finding a Leak
A plumber with up-to-date leak
detection tools and technology will
diagnose your leak problem, even if it is
somewhere inside the sewer line.
Pinpointing the location of the leak is
the first step toward fixing it, and without
this first step the problem can never be
solved.

5. Repairing a Leak
In most cases, you’ll want to call in a
professional plumber to fix your leaks,
too. Obviously, if a plumber has
diagnosed a leak it makes sense for
him to follow through and repair it, but
even if you know where the leak is
located you should probably leave the
repair to an expert. For anything but the
most minor leaky pipes, why risk doing
a poor job?

6. Repairing a Leak
The consequences of doing a bad job
with a leak are too great to let pride or
being frugal get in the way. If you’re
even 95% effective at fixing a leak, it still
means it isn’t repaired properly and
there is damage happening slowly but
surely, all day long, every day of the
week.

7. Frozen Pipes
If you notice that any pipes have frozen when
the winter months are here, trouble is likely to
follow if you just leave them as they are or try to
fix them yourself. A professional plumber can
come in and defrost the pipes properly, and
check to make sure they’re all in good shape at
the same time.

8. Stubborn Clogs
In most cases, you should be able to
handle a clogged drain or toilet on your
own. A basic plunger or handheld auger
will clear most clogs. However, if you’re
not comfortable or if the clogs prove to
be too stubborn for the tools you have,
don’t hesitate to call a plumber.

9. Stubborn Clogs
This applies to clogs in the kitchen, the
bathroom, the basement drains or the
sewer. Basically, anywhere there is a
water source and a drain that might get
plugged up, you may need a plumber
someday.

10. Water Pressure Issues
Leaks and corrosion are two common causes of
poor water pressure in your house, and both are
best left to a professional. Low water pressure
can become frustrating in a hurry, as you’ll have
problems getting dishes clean and getting
shampoo out of your hair or soap off your body.
Make sure you and your family members take
sudden changes in water pressure seriously.

11. Noisy Pipes
The odd bang or clang in your pipes is
nothing out of the ordinary, but if it gets
to the point where it feels as though the
house is going to start shaking, you
shouldn’t just try to ignore it. If you hear
loud bangs in the pipes when the
shower or dishwasher or washing
machine are running, call a plumber in to
locate and diagnose the problem.

12. Home Renovations
Home renos are a time when you may or
may not need a plumber, depending on
the nature of the work you’re doing.
Basically, if the renovation has anything to
do with adding sinks, showers, toilets,
drains or bath tubs, you’ll need a plumber
as part of the team. It’s definitely not
something you want to leave to chance, so
it can come back to haunt you later.

13. Sump Pump Service
If you live in a home or an area where a sump pump is used, you’ll
want to call in a plumber for any installations, maintenance,
upgrades or repairs. It’s also wise to use a plumber for advice if
you plan on adding a sump pump at any time. Getting expert tips
and advice at the start will help you choose the best system for your
home and your budget.