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Your Dripping Faucet Won't be a Spoilsport

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The Galling Sound of a Leaking Faucet Drip

A leaking faucet can be an annoying occurrence with a steady dripping and irritating sound. It’s a constant reminder that water is wasting and won’t stop until it’s fixed. The dripping can be a pointer to a serious underlying issue, don’t hesitate to deal with it immediately.

The True Cost of Leaking FaucetsMoney bills being washed down a sink drain, symbolizing water waste and the financial impact of a leaking faucet.

It may seem that a leaky faucet cannot cause any damage. But, putting it off longer than necessary could cause significant damage to a home. Here are some of the dangers to expect from a dripping faucet.

  • Water Waste: The steady drip from a leaky faucet can become problematic with time. It wastes water that would have been useful for drinking, cleaning, washing, etc. For instance, a leaky faucet with 4,000 drips per day wastes approximately a liter of water. Homes with more than one dripping faucet can lose over 3,000 liters of water in one year.
  • Mold: Mold thrives in a damp environment, and the patches look unpleasant. Damp conditions resulting from the water drips can cause mold to grow in the house, endangering the health of the residents. Musty smells from mold and mildew can increase respiratory problems like asthma and sneezing.
  • Expensive Water Bills: A dripping faucet may not seem to be wasting much water; the reality is that it’s raising the water bill. The more the drips, the more water is wasted and the higher the bill. Fixing a leaky faucet can save about 10% of the average annual bill for a homeowner.

Why Do Faucets Leak?

There may be several reasons why faucets leak. Here is a review of a few of them.

  • Loose or Worn-out O Ring: O ring is a small disc attached to the stem screw holding the handle of a faucet in place. It can become loose or worn out with regular use, causing the faucet to drip water around the handle. O-ring is an integral place where dripping can occur, especially in cartridge faucets.
  • Corroded Valve Seat: A valve seat connects the faucet and the spout in the compression mechanism. It can corrode due to the accumulation of water sediments, causing leakage within the spout area.

How to Fix the Leaky FaucetPerson using a wrench to repair a leaky faucet, demonstrating plumbing maintenance techniques relevant to fixing faucet issues.

Fixing a leaky faucet is as easy as changing a light bulb; it requires minimal tools and effort. Whether it’s a bathroom or Kitchen sink repair, replacing the faucet cartridge is the best option for a leaky faucet repair. Here are the basic steps to follow:

  1. Drain the faucet and plug your sink
  2. Remove the faucet lever handles and take off the bonnet nut
  3. Remove the faulty cartridge
  4. Install the new cartridges
  5. Reassemble the faucet
  6. Test for leaks and check the water flow

However, the process of leaky faucet repair differs slightly depending on the type of sink.

About B&L Plumbing and Heating

B&L Plumbing and Heating is a renowned Colorado Springs firm that offers various plumbing services at reasonable rates. They have been in operation since 1999 and have sets of skilled technicians with excellent customer service. Feel free to call them today to fix any plumbing problems.

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Do You Know Exactly What To Do When the Toilet Won't Flush?

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Tips for Fixing a Clogged Toilet

When a toilet won’t flush at home, it can cause not only embarrassment for the homeowner but also potential health hazards for everyone living there. Wastewater is full of bacteria and other pollutants that not only damage things like drywall and bathroom furniture but also could put your family at risk. Luckily, there are three common fixes that plumbers would like to share to unclog a toilet. They are all easy steps that homeowners can take when the toilet won’t flush and they need the help of their local plumber.

Toilet Won’t Flush? Try Hydrojetting

Blue water splash graphic representing plumbing issues and hydrojetting services.Often, the cause when a toilet won’t flush is actually a clog further down in the plumbing system. When regular plunging or snaking won’t work, one last option is to hire a plumber to perform hydrojetting service.

Hydrojetting uses highly pressurized water blasted into the pipes to thoroughly clean and scour the inside of the plumbing. It was designed to quickly remove build-up like grease, scale, and other solid debris that may have built up on the pipe walls.

This leads to a full and comprehensive pipe cleaning, which can also flush through any clogs that may be the cause when a toilet won’t flush. This service should always be performed by a licensed plumber, due to the risk of damage to the pipes.

Check The Tank’s Water Level

Another common cause when the home’s toilet won’t flush is that the water level in the toilet tank is too low. Too low of a water level does not let the toilet build up enough water pressure to appropriately flush the toilet.

Toilet tank interior showing water level, float arm, and float cylinder for adjusting water pressure to ensure proper flushing.

To adjust the water level, homeowners can do one of two things: by using the float arm or the float cylinders.

If there is a float arm present, look for the adjustment screw that is located on top of the fill valve. This will let you raise the arm to allow for more water in the tank. Some older float arms do not have the necessary screw needed to raise the arm, and will likely need to be replaced by a newer version.

If the toilet has a float cylinder, the float clip will need to be squeezed and slid up so that more water can fill the tank.

If The Toilet Won’t Flush, Check The Flush Handle

Flush handle on a toilet tank, essential for flushing functionality, highlighted in plumbing maintenance context.One last option for when a toilet won’t flush in the home is to check the flush handle. Sometimes a faulty handle won’t be able to flush the toilet successfully and will need to be either repaired or replaced. This can be done with just an adjustable wrench or a pair of pliers.

Start by shutting off the water to the toilet, then flush the toilet two times to get rid of all the water in the tank. Disconnect the chain or wire from the lift arm next.

Using either the wrench or pliers, turn the handle nut clockwise to unscrew it, then remove the lift arm and handle. Homeowners should bring this entire piece with them to the hardware store to ensure an exact match.

Install the new handle by inserting the lift arm through the open hole, then screw the nut back in counterclockwise to attach the handle. Reattach the chain or wire to the lift arm, and flush the toilet a few times to adjust the water height. This will fix most of the flush handle issues when a home’s toilet won’t flush.

About B&L Plumbing and Heating

Since 1999, B&L Plumbing and Heating has been providing sewer clean-out installation, clogged toilet repair services, water heater repair and replacement, and other plumbing services to the Colorado Springs, CO area. There are no after hour fees and the team offers only the highest quality work and exceptional customer service. The business is family owned and operated.

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