5 Signs It’s Time to Call a Plumber

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5 Signs Its Time to Call a Plumber
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• If youre like most homeowners, you prefer to
  handle plumbing problems in your home on your own
  but not all problems have DIY solutions. Knowing
  when to identify plumbing problems that can
  easily DIYed (think common drain clogs) and major
  problems that could lead to injury or property
  damage if tackled yourself. Not sure how to
  identify the differences? Here are 5 signs its
  time to call a plumber.

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• A Drop in Water Pressure
• A sudden drop in water pressure can be a sign of
  a hidden water leak, pipe obstructions, or even
  city supply issues. Diagnosing this on your own
  can be annoying, frustrating, and can leave you
  with little answers. A professional plumber will
  be able to diagnose the cause of the drop in
  water pressure and provide an appropriate
  solution.

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• Major Installations
• Any time you are installing new appliances or
  going through a major renovation (especially in
  the kitchen!), its crucial to hire a
  professional plumber to do this work for you.
  Oftentimes, these renovations and appliance
  installations require relocating things like
  sinks and refrigerators, which will require
  moving supply lines and necessary drains. DIYing
  these changes can result in significant damage to
  your homes plumbing, leading you to expensive
  repairs.

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• Burst Pipes
• Normally happening during the cold winter months,
  burst pipes can lead to major flooding and
  expensive repairs. When your home experiences
  burst pipes, its best to call in a professional
  plumber to ensure that the burst pipe is not only
  repaired properly but that the water abandonment
  process is begun immediately.

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• With flooding, water can leak below your house
  into your foundation and affect the soil your
  home sits on and your plumber will be able to
  target all of these concerns!
• Sewer Odors
• Sewer odors are typically a sign of sewer line
  problems. If you notice sewer-like smells inside
  or outside of your home, give your plumber a call
  as soon as possible to help identify the source
  of the problem to help avoid major sewer backup
  in your home.

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• Pipe Blockage
• Are you experiencing regular, sever drain clogs
  in your home? This could be a sign of a blocked
  sewer line, which are typically caused by tree
  roots, non-flushable items building up, or
  sediment build-up. Calling in a plumber will
  allow you to accurately pinpoint the source of
  the problem and will be able to provide a safe
  solution.

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• If the pipe blockage is due to a cracked pipe or
  punctured sewer line, your plumber will avoid
  major property damage to both your home and your
  neighbors.
• Are you planning a home renovation or are
  experiencing any of these problems? Give Plumbing
  911 a call today at [phone] or (216)
  246-0566 to schedule your plumbing appointment.