There are certain things around the house that you can easily fix by yourself. But if you ever have a problem with your plumbing parts, chances are you will rely on your plumber to fix them. Water always finds a way out and if it’s not dealt with correctly, it can lead to disaster! Just keep in mind, there are some things your plumber might not tell you:
1. Don’t flush ‘flushable’ wipes
Think twice before you flush them down the loo. They don’t break down like toilet paper and can come back to bite you in the bum later in the form of a nasty blockage! Our talented design team is confident you’ll love our range of toilets.
2. Don’t ignore that dripping tap
Drip…drip…drip. The sooner you get dripping taps fixed, the less water you will waste and the less expensive the problem will be further down the line. Small drips can waste over 30 litres of water a day. If you need to replace any old taps, check out our quality range.
3. Avoid harsh cleaners
Sure, in the short term they appear to do the job, but what your plumber probably hasn’t told you is that in the long term they will eat away at your pipes. Products such as common UK household names (Mr. Muscle) could potentially corrode the finish.
4. Don’t pour cooking fat down the drain
We’ve all seen pictures of those grotesque ‘fatbergs’ circulating online. Imagine unknowingly creating your own! Grease can solidify and become rock-hard in your pipes, meaning you’ll need it to be professionally removed.
5. Your plumber can inspect a home you’re looking to buy
Plumbers can scope out any problems that may be emerging in your potential new home, such as in the underground drain system. Taking this precautionary measure could save you a tonne of money later down the line.
6. Always know where the turnoff source is in your home
That way, you can turn the water off yourself and avoid calling a plumber out at emergency rates.
7. You can choose your own plumbing parts
You don’t have to rely on the parts your plumber recommends. Instead, you can do your own online research and potentially save yourself a few quid. You might find that you can make some simple money-saving switches too, like changing a copper pipe to a PVC one.
8. Need a recommendation? Ask your local plumbing-supply store
Ask the experts! At The Plumbing Cellar we only deal with quality products and our ranges are suitable for both commercial and domestic sectors. Feel free to contact us with any questions you might have.
