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HOW TO CHECK PLUMBING BEFORE BUYING A NEW HOME

  Since you’re reading these words, there’s a fair chance you’re  on your way  to purchasing a new home. If that’s the truth, you’re probably knee-deep in all the work that real estate transactions require you to do. There are many things one must pay attention to before  sealing the deal . For instance, folks need to check how the plumbing system functions inside their  soon-to-be-new  home. You’ll want to know that’s precisely how we came up with the idea for today’s article. In it, we’ll show you how to check plumbing before buying a new home. Stay tuned for some helpful info!  #1 WATCH OUT FOR NOISES Do you hear a gurgling noise as the water flows down the drains? If so, that could very well mean your drains are blocked, most probably with kitchen scraps, oil, soap scum (what a syntagm!), or, of course, hair. Also, it could mean there are even tree roots and/or cracks present in the pipes. The latter’s a more serious issue, and it’ll cause you head...

USEFUL PLUMBING MAINTENANCE TIPS

  At some point in their life, any homeowner will have a plumbing problem. After all, plumbing is a very complicated and intricate system, and sooner or later, something will break. That said, with just a little care,  your plumbing can last much longer . To help you keep your plumbing system working as long as possible, we have decided to put together a list of useful plumbing maintenance tips. We hope you find it helpful. Be careful what you flush This should go without saying, but a  toilet bowl is not a trash can . Realistically, the only thing you should ever flush is toilet paper, tissues, and your own waste. No matter how harmless it may seem, anything else is a big no-no. Things such as cotton swabs, hair, cardboard, and so on can cause a lot of damage to your plumbing. That will lead to a pretty nasty clog, and you will have to look for  toilet repair services  to get it sorted. It takes both time and money, and your toilet won’t work until it is done. ...