Plumbing Tips for New Homeowners

Posted on December 27, 2018 by Alacia Holt

Plumbing Tips for New Homeowners

1. Know how to locate your homes main water shut off—and how to turn it off in case of a plumbing emergency.
2. Locate all of your home’s water shut off valves and make sure they are in good working order.
3. Periodically check for leaks around the house. Keep an eye out for leaky toilets, faucets, shower heads, and hose bibs. Look under sinks, behind your washing Machine and anywhere you have visible plumbing pipes (e.g., the basement).
4. For ultimate water damage prevention, consider installing a water se unity system a.k.a. whole-home leak detection system.
5. Before you go on vacation, take steps to prevent plumbing emergencies from happening while you’re away.
6. Any time you tackle a home plumbing project yourself, be sure to take the proper safety precautions.
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