Your plumbing is a major system in your home. If you're experiencing plumbing issues, it can bring your home to a screeching halt. Your plumbing is running nearly all day. In fact, according to ComfyLiving, it’s estimated that an average U.S. family uses about 400 gallons of water daily. Read on to learn more about when you might need to start looking for plumbing services.

Clogged Pipes

Pipes in your home can become clogged for a number of reasons. One of the most common reasons pipes get clogged is due to people flushing things down the toilets that shouldn’t be going down the drain. For instance, diapers, wipes, feminine products, Q-tips, condoms, and dental floss are common items that may get flushed. These items can cause severe backed-up pipes and shut down your plumbing. Another common cause of clogged pipes is hair or grease going down drains. You should never put grease down a drain, and you should use drain blockers to keep hair from accumulating in the drains. However, if you do notice that your pipes are draining slowly, it's probably time to call in a plumbing service.

Leaks

Leaks are also a good reason to seek out the help of plumbing services. Leaks may seem like a small problem initially, but they can grow into a big problem quickly. Leaks will contribute to higher water bills and, in most cases, they can also contribute to water damage. You're running the risk of water damage any time water is sneaking into places that it shouldn’t. Water damage will be very expensive to fix, so it's wise to have a plumbing service address leaks quickly.

Upgrades

You might also need to call in a plumbing service if you are about to have upgrades done to your home that would affect the plumbing. This could include installing a new type of tubing or pipe system, adding a bathroom, or other plumbing-related projects. Calling in the professionals to take care of these things before you begin your other upgrades can save you a lot of headaches and stress.

If you are in search of a plumbing service, please contact us at Texas Lone Star Plumbing LLC today. Our plumbers are here to discuss your current plumbing needs and find a solution that works for you. Get in touch with us! We can't wait to hear from you.