You might have a good reason for postponing plumbing repairs. But whether your budget is a bit tight or you’re too busy to deal with the issue, hesitating to call a professional plumber could put you in a bigger bind.
Right now, your clog, leak or plumbing malfunction might seem like a minor inconvenience. But without prompt attention, small issues can cost you. Here’s why you should take care of plumbing repairs as quickly as possible.
Water Waste
Drippy faucets and leaky pipes might not seem like huge problems, but think about how they affect your water bill. According to the EPA, homeowners can cut their monthly bills by 10 percent or more by fixing water leaks. So, when you put off plumbing repairs, you’re basically throwing money away.
Mold and Mildew Growth
Plumbing leaks aren’t just bad news for your water bills – they can also seriously affect your family’s health. Moisture around a toilet, tub or sink promotes the growth of mold and mildew, which can lead to respiratory problems and irritation of the throat, eyes and skin. In addition, the woodwork near the leak can rot and lose its structural integrity.
Major Plumbing Repairs
Left ignored for too long, small plumbing issues can grow much worse. A drippy leak can turn into a trickle, for example, or a clog can build up to the point where it causes a pipe to burst. So, while you might not like the idea of calling a professional plumber now, you don’t want to risk facing the costs of major plumbing repairs down the road.
Do You Need Plumbing Repairs?
Think you should try repairing your plumbing yourself? Taking the DIY approach might not be the best plan. Pipes and fittings are designed for specific applications, and if you aren’t careful in selecting your replacement parts, your repair could result in corrosion or even pipe failure. Or, you could begin the project and realize you don’t know how to put the parts in the proper places – this happens more often than you may think. In either case, by not calling a professional plumber at the start, you’ll end up paying more to fix the problem.
If you have a plumbing problem and you live in northern Utah, contact the professionals at American Plumbing Services.
As a Salt Lake City area industry leader for over a decade, American Plumbing Services has a well-earned reputation for exceptional workmanship, top-notch customer care and fair, affordable pricing. For a free consultation to discuss your plumbing repairs, contact our Provo, Utah, office today.
