Checklist For Preventive Maintenance of Plumbing Installations
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, but in the Plumbing World, preventive maintenance can save homeowners money on expensive repairs and utility bills. Here are seven simple preventive maintenance measures for your home's plumbing system. POTTY PREVENTION Although their toilets receive visitors daily, they do not often take off the gas cap to inspect its components. It is a good idea to check the fill, Inlet, and flush values and the supply line for corrosion and function. Leaking toilets can be subtle but costly because of wasted water. DON'T LET YOUR WATER HEATER HEAT YOU UP Have you ever gotten the cold shoulder from your water heater? It may be because sediment has accumulated in your water heater, making it less effective. It is essential to drain and flush your water heater to remove the sediment annually to improve the function and life cycle of your home's water heater. An annual inspection of your water heater's shut-off valve and piping can...