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CVBPlumbing

  1. Repair toilets that require holding the handle down or jiggling to get a thorough flush. They likely have worn parts. Have a great weekend!
  2. A clean-out is a pipe coming out of the ground usually in front of the house and is connected to the main cities drainage system.
  3. When you use a sink sprayer, a diverter valve reroutes the water from the faucet to the spray head hose. cvbpha.com
  4. A closet auger, otherwise known as a plumbing snake, is likely what a plumber will use to repair your clogged toilet. cvbpha.com
  5. Replacing a toilet seat is by far one of the easiest tasks in toilet repair. cvbpha.com
  6. The wax ring may be deteriorating if you always notice a sewer smell if there is water leaking from the bottom of the toilet when you flush.
  7. Shower head leaking? The shower-head needs replacing due to the much water pressure that it endures over the many years of use.
  8. The best way to combat Limescale in your washing machine is to use a good quality water softener or descaler to prevent build-up.
  9. A leaking faucet isn't just annoying; the moisture it releases puts wear on sink fixtures and can encourage the growth of mold and mildew.
  10. Never use caustic drain openers in a drain that has a garbage disposal. cvbpha.com
  11. Its a good idea to get a house inspected by a inspector, but its better to get the different items checked by a professional in the trade.
  12. Adjust your irrigation schedule to accommodate changes in seasonal water demand. Have a Happy Friday and a Great Weekend!
  13. When you have a stopped drain, always use a plunger first over a drain cleaner. Drain cleaners should only be used as a last resort.
  14. If there is no water running, all the dials on the water meter should be static. If it's moving, this may indicate a leak in the house.
  15. Never put chlorine tablets into the toilet tank. The tablets will eat away at the rubber inside of the toilet tank and cause it to leak.
  16. Use white vinegar to dissolve lime deposits on faucets and shower-heads, it tends to build-up quickly. cvbpha.com
  17. Even if you are not getting a water softener, have the house plumbed for one, especially if this is going to be a slab home. Happy Weekend!
  18. It's less expensive to simply replace your faucet outright, rather than spend hours investigating or replacing parts to an outdated faucet.
  19. Is your toilet acting up? A new flapper will seal properly and a new fill valve will prevent overfilling or filling too slowly.
  20. While it may not be dangerous, hard water can be harmful to plumbing hardware. Mineral build up can be devastating. bit.ly/wNvr0p