Know your Plumbing Won’t Fail This Winter with a Plumbing Inspection

fThe colder temperatures of winter threaten your plumbing system, especially if there are any underlying issues. To help prevent any expensive leaks and days without water, have a plumber inspect your system to make sure everything looks good. Not only will a professional be able to detect and fix any issues, but they can also perform necessary maintenance to prepare your plumbing for winter.

Pipe inspection

One of the most important elements of your plumbing is the pipes. Professionals will inspect your pipes for leaks and cracks and fix any damaged parts. To prepare the pipes for the colder temperatures, the inspector might wrap them in insulating foam. This will prevent pipes from freezing and cracking.

Although home heating isn’t a plumber’s realm of expertise, home temperature has a drastic impact on the function of plumbing systems in winter. So, your plumbing professional will likely check to see if your heating systems are working throughout your house. If a heater is broken, you may experience frozen and busted pipes.

Water heater

When inspecting your water heater, the person will look for rust, cracks, and sediment buildup. They’ll also adjust the settings on your water heater, so it’s set to perform optimally in the colder winter temperatures.

Outdoor plumbing

One of the main dangers of the winter on plumbing is freezing water that can lead to burst pipes. Therefore, outdoor plumbing must receive special care.

Since outdoor plumbing systems including sprinkler systems, garden hoses, and outdoor faucets are subject to outdoor temperatures, it’s hard to prevent them from freezing. Therefore, the best move is to disconnect and drain these elements. Professionals will also inspect exterior faucets and install caps that prevent water from freezing and maintain constant water pressure.

Water Distribution and Pressure

Even if the exterior of your pipes appears in good condition, it’s possible that they are clogged with sediment or salts. A professional will test the water pressure throughout your home to check for any signs of clogs. If they notice a lack of water pressure at the toilet, sink, or another place, they can clear any clogs to get your water pressure back to an ideal level.

They’ll also inspect your wastewater pipes to ensure that water is properly exiting your home, and no wastewater is mixing with clean water.

Fagone Plumbing: Providing Preventative Winter Maintenance for Homeowner’s Plumbing

While it may seem like extra work to get your plumbing system inspected before winter, it can save you from paying for an expensive future fix. Also, by having your plumbing looked at now, you’ll feel confident that you won’t have any leaking pipes during the winter. Contact Fagone Plumbing today to set up your pre-winter plumbing maintenance check!