7 Helpful Plumbing Tips for New Homeowners

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• 7 Helpful Plumbing Tips for New Homeowners

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Locate Your Main Water Valve

• Dont learn the hard way. Knowing where the
  main water valve is will save you a lot of
  headaches. Otherwise, you may find yourself
  dealing with a flood situation.

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Fix Your Leaks

• Not only can untreated leaks lead to mold,
  but they can also drain your wallet. With water
  damage, come large bills to pay.

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Use Your Disposal Wisely

• If your kitchen is equipped with a garbage
  disposal, beware! Foods like celery and remains
  of banana peels and eggshells, for
  example, dont belong down the drain

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Dont Pour Grease Down the Drain

• When dinner requires you to cook with fats,
  greases or oils, keep them away from your drain
  during the clean-up process. Though it may go
  down smoothly, these products can really take a
  toll on your pipes.

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Stay Away from Drain Cleaner

• Drano? More like Dra-NO! Clog-dissolving
  liquids are made up of chemicals that can eat
  away at your plumbing system and should only be
  used as a last resort. For a DIY solution, snake
  your drains regularly and utilize a mixture of
  baking soda and vinegar for minor clogs.

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Use a Plunger on Your Drains

• Plungers arent just for toilets. Though you
  may want to own a separate one for minor drain
  clogs. In the event, your drains become clogged,
  use a plunger to force out the excess water and
  debris until water flows freely.

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Only Flush Toilet Paper Down the Drain

• Never, EVER, flush anything other than toilet
  paper down the drain. Flushing household items
  puts you at risk for a blockage in your pipes
  clogging your pump station and/or causing a
  sewage backup for surrounding homes and
  businesses.

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