One of the most important things for homeowners to stay on top of is the electrical system and the plumbing. The first can lead to a fire, the latter can be ultimately devastating if it gets out of control. Water is one of the most destructive forces in nature, and it is constantly running throughout your home via various pipes and fixtures.
Here is a comprehensive guide to assist you make sure that your plumbing system is running perfectly, and what some of the best ways to maintain your plumbing system are. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Your Monthly Maintenance Checklist
You should always know where the location of your main water shut off valve is. It is also handy to know where your gas shut off valve is. Make sure that you know where these are located, and that they are easily accessible and always kept clear. Also, ensure that they are in good working order.
Inspect the inlet valve, and as much of the piping as you can see for leakage or bulges.
Water Heaters
Water heaters are one of the most important things in your home that you need to ensure is in proper working order. There are three kinds of water heater. There are gas water heaters, electric water heaters and oil water heaters. All three work under the same principle of heating a tank of water before the plumbing system delivers hot water into the house. When hot water is emptied from the tank, cold water fills in to replace it, which sets off a thermostat. This thermostat engages the heating apparatus, which heats the water to a specified temperature.
It is best to drain out a gallon or two of water from your water heater, to prevent the build up of sludge and minerals. A water heater, no matter the type, has a life of roughly 10 years, though its window is anywhere from eight to 12 years. This depends greatly on the environment, the inclement weather, and the level of use.
Always check your water heater for leaks, for corrosion, and to ensure that the temperature is set properly. Perform this check about once a month, when you drain the tank of about a gallon of water.
Sump Pump
The sump pump is a crucial device if you live in an area with a lot of rain storms and flooding, especially if you live in a low-laying area. A sump pump works to drain storm or flood water from a low area of the home or property, preventing major water damage. If you live in an affected area, have a sump pump handy. Also automatic sump pumps that can be installed that drain water once it is detected.
Check for leaks in all fixtures once a month, and ensure that each fixture is in proper working order, and is free of rust and corrosion.
Make sure to weatherize and winterize all outdoor piping and fixtures before the onset of the cold weather months.
Have your septic tank checked once a year, to ensure that it is free of any blockages, and that it is working properly. Always make sure to get it pumped out when it gets close to full.
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