The holiday season is just around the corner! It’s a time for family gatherings and festive meals—but it can also be a time of plumbing disasters if you’re not prepared. With more guests in your home and increased usage of your kitchen and bathrooms, your plumbing system is under more stress than usual. To avoid potential issues, it’s crucial to get your plumbing ready for the holidays. From clogged kitchen sinks to overburdened water heaters, several common problems can arise. In this blog, we’ll cover how to prevent holiday plumbing mishaps and the need to call for a plumber in Draper, UT in the midst of all the festivities to ensure your system runs smoothly.
If you’ve lived in the Holladay area through even just one winter, then you know we’re notorious for our cool and dry temperatures during the winter. You also, of course, know that colder weather comes with snow, and ice!
Whether it’s a “tap-tap-tap” you hear, a slow drip, or a quiet rush of water even though no plumbing appliances are running, you know it means you probably have a leak—one of the most annoying problems for homeowners to face. After all, even a “minor” leak such as a dripping faucet can waste gallons of water over time. Small leaks trick you into thinking they really aren’t a big deal—until the costs on your water bill start to add up.
What system or function do you take most for granted in your home?
We are right smack in the middle of what is historically the rainiest month of the year in our area, which is a good reminder that when we have heavy downpours, we also have a risk for flooding. This is especially true for homes that have basements—which is most of the homes in our area!
This time of the year is known for chilly temps, falling snow, and—unfortunately—frozen pipes. And this can actually cause a good deal of damage if not addressed properly. This is because as the water in the pipes freezes, it expands and puts pressure on the walls of the pipes, increasing the likelihood of burst pipes.
Some plumbing issues are fairly obvious. For example, you might have a clogged drain in the bathroom that is causing water to severely back up. Ideally, you’d be able to resolve this with nothing more than a plunger and a little bit of “elbow grease.”
Plumbing problems probably rank at the top of your list for annoying household issues to deal with. And most leaks are difficult to detect—in fact, the majority of homeowners don’t realize they even have a plumbing problem until it’s too late to prevent extensive damage.
