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Having good working plumbing is an important part of managing your home. When something goes wrong with the plumbing in your home, you may want to bring in a plumber, but it just may not be in the budget. The following article provides you with hints and http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/Plumbing.asp tips that can help you update, maintain and repair your home's plumbing system.
Noisy pipes that make squeaking or hammering sounds are an easy problem to fix. You will need to anchor any exposed pipes. You may need to hire a professional to help with any projects involving pipes that are hidden in the floors, ceiling or walls.
To prevent frozen pipes, always keep the living spaces in your house above freezing, even if you aren't home. Any exposed pipes need to be insulated against the outdoor temperatures. But, be advised that your pipes may freeze if the surrounding temperature near those pipes is less than freezing. In the best case scenario, you will have to wait until they thaw so that the water runs again. However, they could burst, which would cause a huge mess and an extremely big repair bill.
If a water pipe freezes, you should turn the on tap that is nearest to the pipe to ensure the water has a place to get out when the pipe thaws out. This helps to relieve the pressure in the pipe and may prevent bursting, which can prevent further damage to your home.
Avoid using any tablets that are meant to reduce odor in and around your toilet. They may get rid of toilet odors, but they can damage the rubber in the toilet, which can cause it to break down completely or to not function at all.
As already revealed, there are many useful tips to help you keep your plumbing working well and to prevent common problems. Taking care of your own plumbing needs allows you to fix problems more quickly and for a much lower price.
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