1. Leaking Pipe
Leaking pipe happens when the faucet or joint part of the pipe becomes loose and water start to leak. If it is caused by a loosened joint, you can use a wrench to tighten it. If the pipe is cracked, you can temporarily stop the leaking by binding it with a duct tape. Sometimes, the faucet is damaged so you will need to replace it.
2. Burst Pipe
Burst pipe happens when the pressure inside built up to a high level causing the pipe to burst open. When you see a burst pipe, you should first stop the water flow by shutting off the main valve. Burst pipe can occur in the freeze thaw cycle and the whole pipe usually need to be replaced.
3. Sump Pump Failure
Sump pump failure can make the house vulnerable to become flooded. Sometimes, the sump pump fail because of debris on the screen that obstruct the impeller movement. In this case, you should remove the screen and clear away the debris. It could also be caused by inadequate electricity or a faulty float switch. Sump pump can suddenly stop working when it operates for an extended period of time. Other reasons for sump pump failure are incorrect size of sump pump, and wrong installation.
4. Water Heater Malfunction
Water heater malfunction is an essential component in every household as it works to provide hot water around the clock. You should take action if you notice signs that your water heater is malfunctioned. Fixing a water heater yourself can be dangerous as it can release poisonous gas that can cause death. To ensure your own safety, you should get a plumber to open up the water heater system to take a look.
5. Clogged Sink
Another common plumbing problem is clogged sink which happens when you try to flush down leftover food after washing the dishes. You should avoid flushing down too many leftovers at one time down the sink hole. Instead, try to scrape the food into the trash bin before washing the dishes. You can use a mesh sink hole blocker that allow water but accumulate the food residue. To fix the clogged sink problem, you can pour boiling water into the drain opening. If there is a garbage disposal, you can turn it on to break up the blockage. You can also use a plunger to plunge away the blockage.
