Tips for Portland home plumbing that can save you cash

Portland home plumbing does not have to be complicated. Even if you are not at all comfortable holding a wrench, there are several do it yourself methods of saving money around the house.

Here is a look at basic Portland home plumbing tips.

Portland home plumbing tip #1: Avoid drain clogs

Clogged plumbing Portland residents suffer are a common cause of spending too much on local plumbing services. A backed up sink, toilet or bath tub leads some people to believe they must hire an expert to get rid of the clogged.

The best defense against clogged plumbing is knowing how to prevent clogs before they happen. Some tips include:

Never pour grease from a pan or pot down your sink drain

Wait until grease, oil or butter on your cooking utensils solidifies, then wipe the utensil off with a paper towel and throw it in the garbage to avoid kitchen sink clogs.

Use a shower drain cover to avoid shower drain clogs

Shower drain covers catch loose hair and other debris before they can cause a clogged to your bathtub drain or shower drain.

Pour chemicals and hot water down the drain every now and then

A mix of pipe clearing chemicals and boiling water on their own (as in, without washing the dishes or taking a shower) can break down any buildup that causes clogged drain pipes. Try this once every three months or so to prevent pipe clogs.

Portland home plumbing tip #2: check your water heater

Cold water causes some folks to contact a Portland plumber right away. You may be able to save some money by checking your water heater to ensure it is functioning properly.

If you live in a community of condominiums or apartments with a maintenance team, ask them to inspect your water heater before you shell out for a plumber to fix it.

Portland home plumbing tip #3: Clear out the rust

Rusty pipes are a problem for several Portland plumbing systems.Plumb Tech recommends following these rusty pipe cleaning tips.

If you notice a Portland home plumbing problem that you are not comfortable fixing on your own,Plumb Tech can help. Contact our Portland home plumbing experts to set up an appointment!