As summer comes to a close and the school season draws near, it’s an opportunity to get your home ready for the changing weather. Over at Preferred Plumbing Solutions, we’ve witnessed firsthand how overlooking upkeep can escalate into problems. In this article, we’ll walk you through measures to prevent plumbing emergencies and maintain your home safety and keep dryness in place.
Inspect Your Sump Pump Discharge Pipe
One key element, for safeguarding your home from flooding is a sump pump system which is installed in a pit beneath your basement floor to gather groundwater and pump it out to avoid basement inundation troubles. There is still the risk of sump pump systems malfunctioning if the outlet pipe gets blocked or obstructed despite having a top-notch sump pump in place.
Make sure to check the discharge pipe of your sump pump, for any blockages or debris to prevent it from failing and causing water damage in your basement during the rainy season that we’ve been having lately.
Check Outside Garden Taps and Hose Faucets
During the summer months, your garden hoses and faucets are heavily used which can result in leaks or drips forming over time. Although they may appear insignificant initially these problems can worsen with changing weather conditions and potentially cause larger issues down the line.
Check these fixtures for any signs of damage or wear and tear at this moment in time. Taking care of leaks promptly can prevent repairs down the road and stop plumbing emergencies before they occur.
Clear Your Eaves Troughs and Downspouts
The gutters and downspouts around your house are essential for guiding rainwater from your home’s foundation and preventing water damage like leaks in the roof or flooding in the basement due to blockages caused by leaves or dirt buildup.
Make sure to keep your gutters and downspouts clean and free from debris at the end of fall to prevent water damage and avoid plumbing issues as the season changes to autumn.
Preferred Plumbing Solutions Is Here to Help
Ensuring you follow these measures can significantly help protect your household from plumbing troubles. If you have any uncertainties about these tasks or face an issue the team at Preferred Plumbing Solutions is available for assistance. We specialize in inspections and repairs to ensure your home remains secure, from plumbing emergencies.
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