The very best plumbing solutions
Homepage » Plumbing Basics » Plumbing Faq
Plumbing Faq
What is a vent, and what is its role in a plumbing system?
Vents protrude from every roof. Sewer gases are emitted from your home and vents are therefore important to your plumbing system. Air has to follow the liquid substance when traveling down a pipe. Without vent pipes, the drain liquid would suck air from the traps on plumbing fixtures, leading to a diffusion of unpleasant odors in the home.
How can the main sewage line be kept free of root intrusions?
It is important to perform preventative maintenance work, cleaning out your drains approximately three times each year. Ask your plumber if there is any chemical treatment that can be placed in the drain to prevent roots from growing.
Why is hot water occasionally rusty and discolored?
Many things can cause this color change:
- Certain chemicals rust the water lines. If water pressure changes, rust can be dislodged from the pipes and discolor the water coming from the fixtures.
- A sign of a cracked pipe may be a dark tint to your water, signifying dirt that has come in through a leak.
- The water heater sometimes builds sediment, which is carried to the fixtures.
- If the water heater's glass lining is cracked or leaking, the heater's metal jacket may rust.
- Iron bacteria could possibly be present in the water near or around a well.
How do PVC pipe and CPVC pipe differ from one another?
PVC is only for cold water, while CPVC can be used for hot or cold. PVC is a common material for drainpipes.
What are the advantages for using plastic supply lines?
Plastic lines are cheaper, but not lower in quality, as they don't corrode or bend, but are more flexible as well non-toxic.
What should you do in the case of a clogged drain in the kitchen?
The first step is to use a plunger. After you've read the instructions, utilize a liquid drain opener. The source of the clog may also be the trap, so you may wish to take the trap out and check it. If the trap isn't housing the culprit, drain augers at various lengths will aid in you reaching the area of the clog.
What is the purpose of faucet aerator?
An aerator helps reduce splashing by diffusing the water.
Why is there a trap under my sink?
Traps prevent the obnoxious sewer gases from seeping into the kitchen and bathrooms.
What is the function and location of a fixture shutoff valve?
Shutoff values shut off the water supply to toilets and sinks, and are usually located near or under the fixture. If a specific sink or toilet causes a leak or a flooding problem, then the shutoff valves should be closed right away.
What is a plumber's snake?
Clogs are cleaned out by pushing a plumber's snake down pipes.
What can I do to keep my garbage disposal from smelling bad?
To eliminate odors emanating from the garbage disposal:
- Begin by plugging the sink and filling it almost to full capacity with hot water. Add a cup or two of laundry bleach, along with a few drops of liquid dish shop while the water is running. Once the water has nearly reached the top of the sink, allow it to drain and switch the disposal on. The soap and bleach in the hot water should do the trick.
- Pour down the drain a half of a box of baking soda. Gradually put in vinegar, and keep pouring till the lather settles. You may turn on the disposal and hot water when you no longer see any foam. Allow the hot water to run for 5 to 10 minutes, and the disposal to run for approximately 1 minute.
- Occasionally place several cut pieces of citrus fruit in the disposal, and run a bit of hot water over them.
- There are brands of special garbage disposal cleaner for monthly use, and you should keep some beneath your sink.
- Never leave the food in the disposal.
We also provide plumbing services in other locations: