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The Top 7 Most Common Plumbing Problems

Posted on October 30, 2020 by Melbourne Plumber

Being in this business for several decades, we have pretty much seen it all. Some of the problems people face with their household or residential plumbing is very common and we see it all the time. Other, more rare occurrences, do happen. But we are saving that topic for another blog.

Today we want to list and discuss the most common calls we receive. As you can imagine, they have to do with plumbing wear and tear.

Dripping Faucets – The dripping faucet has been a problem to most everyone who has ever lived on Earth. It starts as just the occasional drop but then turns into a steady and more rapid-fire problem. It can cause annoyance and even start costing you more on your water bill.

Leaky Pipes – Pipes corrode over time and more often so do the connections between the pipes. It is important to fix a leaky pipe before the problem becomes much worse and much more expensive.

Running Toilets – A toilet that keeps running is a problem much like the dripping faucet example above. It starts as just a minor annoyance but can develop into costing you more money long term.

Low Water Pressure – There are various reasons water pressure can get low in a home. It is our job to diagnose that and fix it. Call a professional and get the job done right from the start.

Slow or Clogged Drains – After people try the over-the-counter solutions they call us. We may have to break out the heavy duty equipment but your pipes will be free and clear after.

Water Heater Issues – Water heaters are one of those items that people don’t think about until they stop working. We do everything from flush them to replace them.

Toilet Clog – Some toilet clogs are so bad that a professional should be called. Some folks are lucky and have two or more toilets in their house but when there is only one, time is of the essence.