All You Need to Know About Plumbing
In every home in McKinney, the plumbing system is an important matter to be considered to determine whether the property will not be a source of constant headache for the homeowner.
In general, plumbing pertains to the system of pipes, valves, valve assemblies, drains fittings, and devices that distributes water to the different parts of the house. However, it is also defined as the system that involves temperature control, potable water delivery, and waste removal.
The Basics
Plumbing is a system of the house that follows the laws of physics including gravity, pressure, and water seeking its own level.
Freshwater System – This is the plumbing subsystem that begins when water enters the home and passes through a meter, which measures the amount you use. Water supply delivery relies on the amount of pressure that can be controlled by installing a main water shutoff or valve.
Drainage System – The drainage system is the plumbing subsystem that disposes of the used or dirty water, bringing it outside the home. There are two kinds of drainage systems: a sewer and septic system. Unlike the freshwater system, the drainage system does not rely on pressure to make the water move. Instead, it relies on gravity that pulls the dirty water downward to a septic tank or directly towards the sewer.
When to Seek Professional Plumbing Services
Not every clogged pipe or leaky faucet warrants an immediate call to a professional plumber. Aside from costing you so much, calling the plumber just in time might mean life and death—at least for your plumbing system.
After learning the basic concept of plumbing, you should be able to determine whether or not the situation can be fixed by your DIY skills or if it already requires a professional plumber on scene. If you’re unsure, you can use the following questions to help you decide.
- Do you need to use water immediately? Rushing water may mean that your basement is already flooding. With all the water in the wrong place, there is a great chance that your toilets are not working. A frozen pipe also merits emergency plumbing service especially if it is about to burst.
- Can you shut off the water? Leaking pipes may be concerning, but it should not cause a call to the plumber if you can still shut off the water supply in that particular area.
- Will doing nothing worsen the situation? Take a calculated risk. If not doing anything about the situation may cause extensive damage, call a plumber immediately.
- Is it an issue with your plumbing system? There are cases when the utility provider fails to deliver services as promised. In these cases, you should not involve your professional plumber. But if there is no problem with your water line and the situation appears to be getting more serious, call your plumber immediately.
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