{"id":5118,"date":"2018-04-19T16:55:11","date_gmt":"2018-04-19T21:55:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tureksplumbing.com\/?p=5118"},"modified":"2025-09-22T23:46:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T04:46:06","slug":"5-common-plumbing-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tureksplumbing.com\/blog\/plumbing-trends\/5-common-plumbing-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Most Common Plumbing Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"

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As your home gets older, you may find yourself calling the plumber more often. This is because, over time, your pipes and other parts will be affected by the usual wear and tear and will become brittle or blocked. As a result, different kinds of plumbing issues will arise every now and then. <\/span><\/p>\n

Knowing how to detect and fix simple plumbing problems<\/a> can save you money, time, and unnecessary stress. Below are some of the <\/span>most common plumbing problems<\/span> you may encounter and tips on how to deal with them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Leaking faucets<\/b><\/h3>\n

As faucets get older, their washers wear out as well. You can extend the life of your faucet\u2019s washers by not turning the faucet on and off with too much force. Dripping faucets can also be repaired temporarily by replacing the joint yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n

Leaky pipes<\/b><\/h3>\n

This typical plumbing problem can cause huge and expensive damage to floors, walls, and belongings. Leaks in pipes usually occur at joints. If this is the issue, you can easily fix this with commercial joint fillers and fitting compounds which you can buy at a hardware store. You can also prevent small leaks from worsening by checking your pipes regularly. Be on the lookout for rust or white lime deposits since they can indicate the beginnings of a leak. <\/span><\/p>\n

Clogged or slow drains<\/b><\/h3>\n

If the water or anything that goes into your sink, toilet, or tub won\u2019t go out, it is highly likely that you are dealing with either a partial or a complete clog. To get the drain flowing quickly again, remove the waste materials or debris immediately. There are different plumbing tools you can use for this task. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can also use some chemical products or lubricants which will break up the waste material. This will allow the stuck material and water to flow through with ease. <\/span><\/p>\n

No hot water coming from faucets or shower<\/b><\/h3>\n

This plumbing problem is caused by an issue with your water heater. If this problem keeps happening, before calling a \u00a0Tureks Plumbing Services<\/a>, make sure you check the following first:<\/span><\/p>\n