How to avoid plumbing disasters?


A stitch in time saves nine. As it is said, it is always better to prevent a mishappening than to go around looking for ways to make amends. The same is the case with Fairfield plumbing. Professionals make it look very easy. However, not taking enough safety precautions could mean unavoidable disasters along the way. Since most of the mishaps arise from using wrong types of equipment or unfamiliarity while handling certain tasks, it is better to be well acquainted with the job before one can actually consider oneself as eligible enough to do the plumbing job. Here are a few points on how to avoid plumbing disasters.

  1. Know when to turn off the water

This is one of the basic things while plumbing. Working without shutting down the main valve does not only make the task more difficult but also causes considerable flooding and therefore damage. Therefore, plumber Greenlane makes sure that the main valves are turned off before ensuing with the work. It can be turned on later to see if the fixtures have been installed properly and whether or not there are any leakages.

  1. Using the right connectors

If there are two different types of metal pipes used in the plumbing system, they can start to corrode after coming in constant touch with water. This is because the two metals have different electrode potentials and consequently, the one with the higher electrode potential will start corroding the one at the lower electrode potential, with the water acting as the electrolyte. The issue can get further intensified with the use of wrong connectors. Therefore, plumber Greenlane should make sure that the right type of connectors is used at the joints.

  1. Overcranking

If there seems to be a constant leak, a possible conclusion is that the connections are not tight enough and therefore, the natural response is to tighten it with the help of wrenches. However, if the leakage does not stoop even after having it sufficiently tightened, do not push too hard or you may cause the fixtures to crack and break open. Instead, open up the connection, see if the washers have been fitted correctly and if they need a cleaning. If replacement seems to be the only solution, have it replaced so as to minimize prolonged damage from the leak.

  1. Make sure you know how to assemble the installations

This can happen more frequently if you are not familiar with the connections required for a particular fixture or an appliance. Say you have taken it out for cleaning and inspection and do not remember how to put it back the right way. Assembling back in the wrong way can lead to more complications later on. Therefore, if you are not confident enough, make it a point that you document how you have taken it off. This should help during the reinstallation.

  1. Right equipment

This is another important thing for plumber Greenlane to keep in mind. Using the right types of equipment can save a lot of disasters and also make the task quicker and easier.