Plumbing Jobs That You Should Not Attempt On Your Own

Attempting to save money by handling plumbing repairs on your own in lieu of hiring a professional can backfire. Although you can probably handle some minor repairs like replacing a faucet or changing a shower head, trying to complete seemingly simple plumbing jobs can lead to thousands of dollars of damage.

Not only do many plumbing jobs require the expertise of a professional plumber, they also require state-of-the-art equipment to fix. Read on to uncover some of the top plumbing repairs that you should not attempt on your own.

Re-routing Sewer Pipes:

One of the worst plumbing issues you can attempt to do yourself is rerouting your sewer pipes. Often, these projects end up costing more money to repair after a failed attempt. Even worse, an improperly rerouted sewer pipe can poison the air in your home, cause an electrical fire and even incite an explosion.

Extending Hot Water Lines:

Extending your hot water lines by yourself can have serious ramifications. The task necessitates working with robust tools and stout materials, such as copper pipes, air compressors, and blowtorches. Any plumbing job that requires the use of a torch or other high-powered machinery needs a certified professional to complete.

Installing Ejector Pumps and Replacing Toilet Seals: Mounting an ejector pump and switching a toilet seal may seem like straightforward tasks, but a minor oversight can lead to bigger, costlier issues. Such tasks require seamless, perfect execution. A poorly placed seal can cause sewage flooding and release foul stenches in the home. Unfortunately, the difference between a proper seal and an improper seal is not readily discernible. As such, problems or leaks can go undetected for weeks or months, contributing to the enormity of the damage.

Cleaning Sewer Drains:

Trying to clean your sewer drain by yourself is another plumbing task you should not attempt. Renting a sewer snake for the work may seem to like a quick fix; however, powerful electric sewer snakes require expert handling. You risk damaging the sewer pipe, loosening sewer snake parts in the sewer pipe and getting the sewer snake stuck in the sewer drain. These risks amount to more snags and could lead to a heftier bill to fix the added problems.

Plumbing problems can escalate fast. If you have a plumbing issue, contact a skilled, experienced plumber who will assess the issue and do the job correctly the first time. Neglecting to contact a professional plumber can have distressing and costly consequences.

Are you in need of a residential plumber for a home project in the Nashville area? Call Green Hills Plumbing at (615) 866-1917 and get started today!