Plumbing tips to NOT flush your money down the drain
High water pressure can lead to unnecessary water loss
Don’t flush your money down the drain – there are many repairs you can actually do yourself without the help of a plumber.
1. Know how to turn off the water valves, especially the main water shutoff valve, toilet and sink valves.
2. If you need to unblock a drain quickly, and don’t have access to a liquid drain cleaner, try mixing half a cup of bicarbonate of soda with half a cup of vinegar. Pour the mixture into the drain.
It will fizz, helping to clear the blockage. Pour hot water in the drain immediately thereafter. Never pour harsh chemicals down the drain, as this can damage the pipes. If this homemade household attempt doesn’t fix the problem, give your plumber a call.
3. Prevent leaks by purchasing a water pressure gauge and test your water pressure to make sure it is not too high. If it is, call a plumber to have a water pressure regulator installed.
High water pressure can lead to unnecessary water loss, leaks and damaged pipes.
4. If your toilet is overflowing, to quickly stop it, do the following:
– Remove the cistern lid
– Look for the floating ball and raise the bar that is connected to the ball
– If the water in the toilet bowl does not drain, turn off the water valve at the base of the toilet
– Plunge the toilet and make sure the blockage is gone
– Turn on the water valve
Information supplied by Ballito Plumbing & Maintenance
