Plumbing tips for beginners

Here are simple tips and tools to help you with your basic plumbing work.

• Learn how your plumbing works
  Knowing how your plumbing works at home will help you have a better diagnosis. It will also help determine whether you can solve it yourself or need to call a professional.
  
  
• Have the right tool on hand
  
  • A good plunger is the first tool to use for clogged toilets and sinks. A plunger will unplug most clogs, especially in the toilet, but there is a right way to use one.
  • Make sure there is enough water in the sink or bowl to submerge the bottom. Compress the plunger slowly, then let it pop up. This draws the clog upward.
    
    
• Keep a plumbing snake or auger
  If the plunger isn’t doing the trick, another option to try is a snake. Made of bendable steel, it can be maneuvered into a drain to reach deep clogs. It usually has a crank handle that can sometimes be attached to a power drill.
  
  
• Use caution with chemicals
  Most drain-clearing chemicals are made for hair and grease that are fairly shallow in the pipes. But they can do the trick on that slow-moving kitchen sink. Store them safely, wear goggles and gloves when you use them, and avoid any action that could cause the chemicals to splash back at you. Follow the instructions on the bottle exactly to avoid damaging the pipes. Some drain clearing products can’t be used with septic systems or in toilets.
  
  
• When to call a plumber
  Some plumbing problems stem from a larger, more complex issue, such as improper venting or corroded pipes. So if your DIY efforts aren’t working, let a professional handle it.

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