Help Keep The Plumber away by following these simple tips:
Nobody likes to pay costly repair bills, especially for something that could be avoided with a little knowledge and know how! If you need help with anything on this list, please feel free to ask!
- Drain all outside faucets down in the fall
- Never put anything down the disposal that you could easily put in the trash can
- Use a carbon monoxide detector for gas appliances (water heater, fireplace)
- Flush out and descale your tankless water heater yearly
- Never put chemical cleaners or tablets in your toilet tank
- Know where and how to reset your garbage disposal if necessary
- Remove all hoses from their outside faucets in the winter
- Know where your water shut off is in case of emergency
- Exercise your main shut off valve at least once per year to ensure correct operation
- Exercise your T&P valve on your water heater yearly to stop drips
- Dye test your toilet for small leaks every 6 months
- Report small water leaks to your service professional before they become large ones