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Plumbing accidents happen and then other times, the problems could have been prevented.
Here are five things your plumber with you knew.
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Replace that rubber hose on your washing machine
It turns out a burst washing machine hope is a top problem. Reduce your chance of this happening y replacing your rubber hoses with stainless steel ones.
Use liquid drain cleaners as a last result
A liquid drain cleaner may be useful when it comes to clearing a blocked drain, but try and only use it as a last resort as they are quote strong and can cause the pipes to corrode.
Know how to turn the water main off
If water starts flooding your house, knowing how to turn it off at the source will be crucial.
Don’t use flushable wipes
Despite what the packaging might say, flushable wipes don’t break down like regular toilet paper does.
Don’t pour grease down the sink
Grease and oil stick to the pipes. After pouring these substances down your drain they become solid, catching any stray food scraps that come past eventually causing a blockage.
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