Plumbing repair is more than simply fixing an obvious fault, it’s about preventing further damage and protecting health. Nobody wants water stains on their ceilings and walls and heaven forbid if the leak begins to degrade your home’s structure. Imagine the potential health issues a clogged drain or blocked sewer line might cause.

• Low water pressure
• Persistent leaks from faucets
• Standing water around drains
• Bubbling or gurgling drains
• Unpleasant smells from pipes
• Discolored water suggesting pipe corrosion
• Water heater not heating water
• Running water in toilet
• Unexpected spike in water bills

You might be tempted to fix some faults yourself or ask someone else, but calling a professional is safer. Here’s why: a licensed plumber will quickly diagnose the cause of the problem, not just its end result.

Therefore, you could save in the long term as an underlying fault may be causing damage you can’t see. Also, a professional will work faster, resolving the issue with little disruption to your household. Lastly, they will have the right tools for the job and quality plumbing repair parts that will last longer.

• Assess the problem
• Take steps to ensure safety
• Gather required tools and materials
• Prepare the work area
• Dismantle faulty components
• Look for additional damage signs
• Repair or replace, as necessary
• Reassemble repaired area, if necessary
• Test to ensure successful repair
• Cleanup the workspace
• Suggest improvements to customer