5 Tips to Prevent Plumbing Pipes from Leaking
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Imagine going back home and finding your belongings floating in the water. Your plumbing pipe has leaked and there is a pool of water in all your rooms. Why wait for problems to occur? If you know there has been a leak somewhere in your plumbing system, then you should fix the problem as soon as you can.
Here are a few tips to help you prevent plumbing pipes from leaking:
- Reduce Water Pressure to Prevent Leaks
High water pressure can stress your pipes which eventually lead to leakage. Increased water pressure means your pipes, faucets, and valves have to work harder. Installing a pressure reducer can help keep a check on the water pressure.
- Installing a Water Softener
Hard water has high mineral content. This can reduce the life of your plumbing pipes. Installing a water softener will ensure that the hard water is converted into soft water. This will be useful for your personal use as well.
- Use Wrap Threads on your Pipes
Using Teflon tapes and Teflon pipe joint compounds are a good way to seal plumbing pipes. All you have to do is wrap the tape around the pipe clockwise. This helps in reducing the chances of a possible leak.
- Align Slip Joints Precisely for a Tight Seal
It is very important that you use a pipe joint compound to lubricate and seal waste line connections. This will help in preventing a possible leak.
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Ed