Damages to the plumbing in a home or business can occur for many reasons. However, the most common cause of a plumbing failure is time. That is, the pipes have been in use for so long that corrosion has set in and the degradation threatens the integrity of the entire system. This can be quite common in commercial institutions where large pipes are used to distribute the bulk of the water and these pipes only get a plumbing repair in Lebanon NJ when they fail.
Another reason that fresh water systems develop leaks is pressure. Each water supply uses a pump, at some point, to keep the liquid moving. In most instances, the range of pressure in the primary line will vary from twenty to forty PSI. Pressure changes occur every time that a tap is open, and a loosely installed pipe could be rubbing on an abrasive surface each time the pressure change happens. The eventual result is a leak that may keep growing until the water damages the building or it gets shut off. Plumbing Repair in Lebanon NJ will normally find this problem by listening inside the walls for the sound of water hitting another object.
Avoiding a clog is a completely different concern. It is almost impossible to never have a toilet blockage and hair in the drains will always plague the bathroom, but most clogs are not as much of a problem as people think. In fact, the majority of household clogs are the result of food or hair in the P-traps. These are the ‘U’ or ‘S’ shaped pieces of pipe that are easily found in the sink or another drain. To clear out the traps will require the plumber to remove them first.
If cleaning the P-traps doesn’t eliminate the clog, then the problem is most likely in the main sewer line. This is a large piece of pipe, roughly four to six inches in diameter. It is often found close to the input line and should run straight to the main connection. This pipe is easily damaged if it isn’t installed correctly. For example, roots from surrounding plants can enter a crack and break the pipe or force the joints apart. Contact us and learn more about plumbing repairs and solutions.
