Most plumbing problems that plumbers in Alexandria deal with in various homes are caused by poor handling of drainage. It is good to know the dos and don’ts in order to maintain the plumbing in good working condition. Below are just a few of the most common mistakes people make.
Using too much drain cleaner
Drain cleaners are used to clear and prevent clogs in the plumbing system. They should be used in the right amount to avoid problems in the future. Most drain cleaners are made from strong chemicals that, if used in excess, will corrode drain pipes. Corrosion causes the drains to clog and, at this stage, you will need Plumbers in Alexandria VA, to fix the problem.
Pouring chemicals into the septic system
If you are a new septic system users, you should know that what goes into the septic should be nothing but organic. Avoid pouring chemicals like drain cleaners into the system. Chemicals kill the bacteria needed for decomposing the organic matters in the septic tank. Without bacteria, the entire septic system will start to fail. Once you have your septic installed, ensure you have a plumber educate you and members of your family on what goes in the septic tank and what to avoid throwing into the tank.
Leaving the hoses connected
During the summers, the hose pipe is a great help because one has to water flowers and gardens every day, or even wash the car. Some people have a habit of leaving the hose outside while still connected to the outside faucet. During the winter, freezing temperatures will affect the faucet and the pipes supplying water to it.
Failure to use the toilet properly
Very few people are keen on what they flush down the toilet. It is very sad to say that even after knowing what should and should not go down the toilet, people still ignorantly use the toilet as a trash can. Apart from human waste and toilet paper, nothing else should be disposed of in the toilet. A majority of toilet clogs are caused by throwing things that cannot disintegrate into the toilet.
