Almost every homeowner has had to deal with plumbing problems at some point. These problems lead to high water bills, uncomfortable bathrooms and toilets, and messy floors. It is important to have a residential plumber on speed dial in case you experience a plumbing situation. Here are some common services that residential plumbing will help you with.

1. Clogged Drains and Toilets

The most common sign of a clogged drain is water backing up after you empty the kitchen sink. You may also notice water backing up after you take a shower. For toilet clogs, water starts backing up in the toilet bowl and may overflow.

Clogged drains and toilets occur when there is something blocking the drain. In showers and sinks, hair and items like plastic lids can slip into the drain and cause a blockage in the pipe. In the toilet, the issue may arise when something apart from dissolvable waste gets flushed. Since the items cannot get past the pipe, they prevent water from flowing through the pipes. If you notice any signs of clogged drains and toilets, you should resort to residential plumbing.

2. Leaking Taps

When taps start to wear out, they begin to leak. The main culprit of a leaking tap is worn-out washers. Washers wear out because of the constant friction between the washer and valve seat.

A leaking tap may also result if the washers are not installed properly or if you have a wrong-sized washer. A faulty O-ring can also cause your tap to leak. The O-ring binds to the stem screw and helps to hold the handle of your tap in place. If the handle of the tap is leaking, then a worn-out O-ring is the main culprit. To avoid a buildup of mold and structural damage, you should contract residential plumbing services to fix leaking taps.

3. Leaking Pipes

Leaking pipes can arise after foundation shifts. A sudden shift in your home's foundation may disconnect or rupture your water lines resulting in leaking pipes. High water pressure can also wear out your pipes and cause them to burst. 

Additionally, homes that use pipe material made of galvanized steel or copper may experience leaking pipes because of corrosion. Poor water quality, black mold, stained walls, and flooding are some consequences of leaky pipes. You should call a residential plumbing service when you notice any signs of leaking pipes like warped or stained walls or flooding.

For more information, reach out to a plumbing contractor in your area.

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