The most annoying thing about bathroom fixtures is that one day it’s working fine but the next day there is a leak or clog. Hiring a plumber Dubai every time this happens can get costly over time. This is why every house needs some basic tools and plumbing skills.
Fizfix is here to help you with a short guide on how to fix four common plumbing problems in your home: clogged drains, leaky faucets, running toilets, and low water pressure. We will also give you some tips on how to prevent them from happening again.
However, if you are unsure of what to do, or if the problem is too complex or dangerous, please contact a licensed plumber near you for help.
Clogged Drains
A slow drainage, unpleasant odors, gurgling sounds, and backups or overflows are clear signs of a clogged drain. The main cause is the accumulation of debris like hair, soap scum, food scraps, grease, or other foreign objects, in the pipes.
To fix a clogged drain, you need to remove the obstruction and restore the normal water flow. You can use a plunger, baking soda vinegar, or boiling water to unclog a drain. You can also use drain screens or strainers, avoid pouring grease or food scraps down the drain, and clean your drains regularly to prevent clogged drains.
Leaky Faucets
Leaky faucets are among the most common plumbing issues, especially in places where water usage is high. Dripping water is wasted in the drain and causes higher water bills and if left unchecked, the pipes and other fixtures can get rusty. There are even chances of mould growth which is extremely unhygienic.
The main cause for leaky faucets is the wear and tear of the parts that control the water flow, such as washers, o-rings, or seals.
So to fix a leaky faucet, you need to replace the faulty parts. The method depends on the type of faucet you have, such as compression, cartridge, ball, or ceramic disk. You need to turn off the water supply, remove the handle, remove the stem, cartridge, ball, or ceramic disk, inspect and replace the washers, o-rings, seals, valve seats, springs, or ports, and reassemble the faucet.
You can also replace worn-out parts, tighten loose parts, turn off the water supply when not in use, and clean your faucet regularly to prevent leaks.
Running Toilets
Running toilets are the most water-wasting plumbing issues and can happen due to the malfunction of the parts that control the water level and flow in the tank, such as the flapper, the fill valve, the flush valve, or the handle.
To fix a running toilet, you need to adjust or replace the faulty parts and restore the proper function of the toilet. The method depends on the source of the problem, such as the flapper, the fill valve, the flush valve, or the handle.
You need to remove the tank lid, locate the part, check and replace it if necessary, check and adjust the chain, water level, flush valve seat, or alignment, and check the flapper seal, water shut-off, flush valve compatibility, or handle movement.
You can also adjust the water level in the tank, replace faulty parts, and clean your toilet tank regularly to prevent running toilets.
Low Water Pressure
Low water pressure can cause weak water flow, difficulty in rinsing, reduced water quality, and damage to your appliances like washing machines and dishwashers. The main cause is the obstruction or restriction of the water flow in the pipes, faucets, or showerheads. This can be due to clogged aerators, leaky pipes, faulty pressure regulators, or other factors.
To fix low water pressure, you need to remove the obstruction or restore the normal water flow. You can use a pressure gauge to measure the water pressure, remove the aerator from the faucet or showerhead and clean it with vinegar or a commercial cleaner, locate the leaky pipe and repair it with epoxy putty, pipe clamps, rubber patches, pipe couplings, pipe fittings, or pipe sleeves. Check the pressure regulator and adjust it with a wrench, and turn on the water supply.
You can also clean your aerators, faucets, and showerheads regularly, check your pipes for leaks and repair them as soon as possible, adjust your pressure regulator to the optimal level, and install a water softener or a filter to prevent low water pressure.
Conclusion
We hope this guide has helped you learn how to fix common plumbing problems in your home. However, if you need any professional plumbing services in Dubai, please contact Fizfix.
Fizfix is a trusted and reliable plumbing company that offers a wide range of plumbing solutions, such as installation, repair, maintenance, inspection, and emergency services. Fizfix has a team of experienced, licensed, and insured plumbers who can handle any plumbing project, big or small, with quality and safety.
