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1. TAKING CARE OF YOUR
PLUMBING

2. Preventative measures are the best approach to avoiding major problems
with your plumbing system. Check regularly for leaks, loose connections,
odours, or clogs.
The presence of a whistling noise while the water is running may indicate
a broken faucet washer or very high water pressure. Do not ignore any
problem found and have it fixed as soon as possible. The best plumbing
services are those that provide on-site inspections before quotes, and
prioritize maintenance calls and emergency services.
REGULAR CHECK-UPS

3. Many plumbing problems can be fixed without professional help by using
some low-costing equipment. These include plumber’s putty, which can
seal holes and cracks temporarily until replacement. Additional tools that
may be useful are a plunger for draining toilets and bathtubs, a plumbing
snake for removing objects clogging the drains, and a wrench for opening
pipes to fix blocked pipelines.
BASIC PLUMBING TOOLKIT

4. One of the primary measures that
should be taken to maintain your
plumbing system is the monthly use of
a drain cleaner. Environmentally-
friendly drain cleaners are widely
recommended today because they are
biodegradable and do not cause
internal plumbing erosion like some
chemical cleaners. One of the best
commercially available biological
cleaning products is the BioChoiceES®.
DRAIN CLEANERS

5. It converts grease into water and carbon dioxide instead of emulsifying it,
preventing the possibility of grease accumulation in the pipelines. Drain
cleaners should be used as the last step in cleaning your plumbing. If
foreign objects are obstructing the system, they should be manually
removed first.
Face and hand protection should be worn at all times during this
procedure to avoid potential health hazards from bacterial infections. In
addition to cleaning of drains, regular use of water softener helps to
prevent mineral and line deposit buildup in the pipelines.
DRAIN CLEANERS

6. Install hair traps in showers and sinks, and clean them regularly. In your
kitchen, avoid disposing cooking oils, fats and grease down sinks as they
may solidify and cause clogging. Install a food-grade filter in your sink to
prevent blockage in the non-disposal drain.
FILTER INSTALLATIONS

7. Insulation will ensure that pipelines are not damaged from freezing water
during periods of cold weather. Allowing taps to trickle water prevents
pipeline bursts during freezing weather forecasts.
Insulation also ensures that condensation does not form on the surface of
pipes, which is a common cause for corrosion.
PIPELINE INSULATION

8. Ensure that outdoor plants with wide root systems are not situated near
your sewer lines to prevent them from blocking and damaging pipelines.
Trees and shrubs need space to grow not only upwards but outwards as
well and are able to penetrate most pipe surfaces for a source of moisture
and water.
TREES AND PLANTS
The distance left around a tree root
system on your home property should
be as large as the tree’s maximum
height.

9. Knowledge of the shutoff valves for your home’s main water supply will
prove useful during emergency situations such as a burst pipeline or the
malfunction of large equipment such as a washing machine. Also, by
having a plumber install a backwater valve will prevent sewer backflow
from being a source of basement flooding during heavy rainfall.
This can save you from significant costs resulting from damage to your
plumbing system.
EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF VALVES AND
BACKWATER VALVE

10. Knowledge of the shutoff valves for your home’s main water supply will
prove useful during emergency situations such as a burst pipeline or the
malfunction of large equipment such as a washing machine. Also, by
having a plumber install a backwater valve will prevent sewer backflow
from being a source of basement flooding during heavy rainfall.
This can save you from significant costs resulting from damage to your
plumbing system.
EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF VALVES AND
BACKWATER VALVE