D.I.Y Plumbing Tips

Helpful Plumbing Tips to Fix Clogs, Leaky Faucets & Frozen Pipes!

Having some basic plumbing knowledge is important for any homeowner looking to do light plumbing repair work themselves. Knowledge such as the location of the main water value is needed in case you need to turn off the water before replacing the pipes in your house. Or if you own a swamp cooler, knowing how to clean out the bottom tray and preparing it before the Colorado winter kicks in, is essential!

Here’s a quick tip on swamp coolers: If the summer months are here and you own one, you should make sure the water pump is working properly and soaking the pads. If not, then you’re losing out on cool air flowing through your vents. Also check to make sure the motor belt is not too lose. A lose motor belt can quickly damage your unit (not good!).

In addition, if the water line going from your pipes to your swamp cooler is copper check to make sure it’s not cracked or leaking in any place along the line which can happen if it’s been exposed to the outside elements during the fall and winter months. If you find that it is cracked or leaking in a spot, that will need to be fixed or replaced to ensure your cool air is at full capacity going into your home. Finally, be sure to open windows in your home to about 4-5 inches wide max to allow for proper air flow. This may be needed to one or more room in your house.

If you do plan on doing some of the plumbing work around your house yourself, having the right tools to do those things is also important to making those necessary quick changes. A visit to a local hardware store in your area can provide you with the plumbing repair tools you’ll need to get started.

We’ve put together these helpful tips and articles related to plumbing and heating to help Coloradans fend off any plumbing problems. Come back regularly to view additional plumbing and heating articles and tips from our team of expert plumbers and heating pros! All of our articles are written, then reviewed and approved for accuracy by our team of Denver plumbing companies to ensure that you receive the kind of professional help you expect from us!