Plumbing Tips #1 – Turn Off Your Hose Bib
This fall season you will need to properly turn off your hose bibb and inside your water supply line. If you notice that your hose bib was leaking this summer, invest in a frost-proof hose bib before the first frost occurs. If the hose bib isn’t properly turned off, water can freeze in the supply line, which can cause your pipes to burst. To avoid and prevent any issues, call Mike Wilson Plumbing at 804.641.6570 to complete hose bib installation or repair!
Plumbing Tips #2 – Drain, Remove and Store Garden Hoses
It’s important that you properly store your garden hose if you want it to last another year. When the hose is disconnected, drain the water and place it in an area of your home that will not reach freezing temperatures in the winter. If you leave water in the hose it can freeze and expand causing the hose to break.
Plumbing Tips #3 – Inspect Your Sewer System
Your sewer system can be overworked in the spring, fall and winter months. If you have had any issues in the past or would like to prevent issues in the future, give us a call to schedule a sewer line inspection at 804.641.6570.
Plumbing Tips #4 – Inspect Your Sump Pump
Hurricane season lasts until November 30th. Prolong periods of rain can cause your sump pump to work harder. Make sure to check your sump pump is in working order before major storm hits.
Plumbing Tips #5 – Water Heater Maintenance
To extend the life of your water heater, annual maintenance is a must. Most water heaters will last from eight to twelve years, water heater flushes will increase water efficiency and saves homeowners money on utility bills. We offer full water heater maintenance services and also install tank and tankless water heaters.