Here’s Why You Need Regular Plumbing Services
Paul Lightfoot • April 1, 2019

Living room flooded with water. A couch, plant, and pictures on the wall are partially submerged.There are a number of reasons why homeowners do not contact their local plumbers when there is a problem with their plumbing systems. Often, though, the reason is that they are blissfully unaware that there is even a problem brewing.

Therefore, homeowners wind up waiting until disaster strikes to make the phone call. Of course, this is the last thing that you would want to happen, which is why it is so important to detect plumbing issues early.

As you know, your plumbing in Olympia, WA is vital to your everyday life. An efficient plumbing system provides clean water for bathing, drinking, cleaning, and etc. Like all other systems in our homes, our plumbing systems need regular upkeep and maintenance services to prevent problems in the first place. It pays to be proactive, and below, we are going to explain why.

“Small Problems” Have BIG Consequences

There are two seemingly small issues that can have some major consequences on your home and property if left unattended. The two plumbing problems to be aware of are:

  • Pinhole Leaks: These are leaks that are often too small to detect without the eyes of a trained and experienced plumber. They are usually only discovered by homeowners after they have already caused significant water damage to the surrounding area.
  • Blockages: Homeowners usually don’t know there is a blockage in their plumbing system unless their toilet or kitchen sink backs up. Blockages can occur deep within your plumbing system, and without the proper tools and technology, they are often out of reach. Only a professional plumber has the ability to locate and remove hard-to-reach clogs and blockages.

How Are Plumbing Disasters Avoided?

Annual plumbing maintenance and leak detection services are the best way to ensure that your plumbing system is safe, free of clogs and leaks. Leak detection services are designed to locate the root of a leak in your home and ensure that is fixed as effectively as possible.

How Does Leak Detection Work?

Plumbers use a variety of techniques to pinpoint the exact location of a leak. For drain and sewer lines, plumbers most often use video camera pipe inspection to look inside your pipes and determine where in the system the water is coming from. Infrared technology may also be sued, allowing plumbers to check between walls and ceiling panels for damp or warm spots.

Hire a Professional For Your Plumbing Services

Be sure to only hire a professional for your plumbing services. Only a professional has the knowledge, training, and experience to locate and fix complex plumbing issues. Your system is much more intricate than you might think, as the majority of it is hidden underneath floors and behind walls. The average handyman lacks the training and equipment required to diagnose and repair issues that are hidden deep within your system.

Hiring a pro is the best way to keep your plumbing in tip-top shape and can actually extend the overall lifespan of your system. So schedule your services today!

To schedule your plumbing services with a professional, contact Brooks Plumbing Company. 

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