Worst Times To Need A Plumber

Oct 2
18:19

2011

Abraham Avotina

Abraham Avotina

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Sometimes, needing a plumber happens at the worst possible times. Here are some things to think about.

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A plumber is a person who repairs,Worst Times To Need A Plumber Articles maintains and installs plumbing fixtures, drains, pipes, and appliances. To become a professional plumber, individuals must go through training and apprenticeships to learn their trade. These workers must be able to read blueprints, must be mechanically inclined, punctual, responsible and be able to work well with the public. This career offers a decent salary range and will be in high demand as there are toilets, showers and sinks.

Some homeowners take care of a few of their own simple plumbing tasks, but many repairs and installs are way too complicated for the average novice. Installations are especially crucial and must be done properly or there will be constant problems to deal with in the dwelling. But even in the best of circumstances, sometimes plumbing mishaps happen. Here are some of the worst times to have a breakdown and steps to take to prevent it:

-Frozen pipes burst while you're away: If you live in a cold climate where the temps dip into the freezing range, you'll need to make sure your pipes are protected. Insulating them will help, as will making sure they're installed in a location that isn't exposed to the frigid elements. Using heat tape is another alternative for keeping them from bursting. If a person is going to be out of town for an extended period of time, it is wise to drain their pipes and turn the water off for the duration. Some individuals swear by putting antifreeze in their toilets, as well. If you're gone and unexpected bursts and thaws occur, the house will be flooded. Structural and property damage will likely occur.

-Toilet clogs up during an important party: You've invited your relatives for dinner and spent hours preparing the perfect meal and scouring your home. What you forgot to do was teach your toddler not to flush huge wads of toilet paper down the toilet. While you were busy with your guests, Junior got bored and decided to have some fun. What resulted was no place for guests to use the facilities and a big mess, to boot. Train your kids and hire a sitter during parties.

- Cooking breakfast for your visiting in-laws: Your in-laws came to visit and you really wanted to impress them. You made bacon and eggs, hashbrown potatoes, and assembled several salads. In your rush, you did a few plumbing "no-no's" including pouring hot bacon grease down the drain, peeling potatoes, apples and carrots into the garbage disposal and now you have some major clogs. The kitchen sink is clogged with solidified grease and the peelings made the garbage disposal shoot out like a geyser. Bad timing for your mother-in-law to enter the kitchen and ask if she can help. Next time, slow down and remember the proper sink and disposal rules.

Plumbers are wonderful pros for fixing and installing appliances, pipe-ways and fixtures. But they are not the ones you want to have to call when you return from vacation, when you're having a party or when your in-laws are dining at your house.