There will always be a time and a place for a professional plumber, but there is also many things you can do for yourself. Plumbing by itself is a vast word, it can include many different areas of your house and unless you break it down it might seem a bit confusing from time to time. Here's a few regular household tips that might get you started on your do-it-yourself home repair journey.
The Toilet Handle Wiggle
If you have to wiggle the toilet handle or hold it down it indicates that there are parts that need to be replaced. If it's just the flush lever, you may be surprised at how simple it is to fix.Lift the cover off the toilet, and unhook the side of the chain attached to the handle you're removing. Loosen the nut of the flush handle, turning it clockwise until you can remove and discard it. Since toilet handles are available in various sizes. Take the old handle with you when you go to the hardware store to buy the new one - that way you can make sure you're buying the correct size.
To install the new handle, just do everything in reverse. Turn the nut in counter clockwise until it's tight, reattach the chain, and put the tank cover back on.
Kitchen Grease
You've just made an awesome breakfast and now you've got a pan filled with grease. What to do? Whatever you do, don't just pour it back down the kitchen sink. Grease down the sink can clog your pipes. Instead, pour grease in a can, or let it cool and dispose of it in the trash. Some people save it to fry eggs, make gravy, or season cast iron pans. There's even a few people who keep it to make soap out of it!Winterize Your Pipes
When the weather starts to get chilly, you will want to prevent your exposed pipes from freezing during the winter. You can use foam pipe insulation or electric heat tape to cover your pipes (always follow manufacturer's directions). If a pipe bursts it can cause a lot of damage, not to mention high water bills. If your pipes are prone to freezing, let water trickle from at least one faucet during weather that is below freezing. This will help minimize the chances that your pipes will freeze and leave you without water.These examples are all very simple small things, but they are quick fixes that you can do yourself. If you plan on a major plumbing repair, make sure you are familiar with any codes that your city or state might have in place. If it's out of your comfort zone, make sure you know a local or emergency plumber to call.
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