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Do-it-yourself (DIY) projects are a great way to improve the look and feel of your home. However, there are a few projects that are best left to the professionals. While you might be able to plunge away a clog in a toilet, most issues are best left to a 24-hour plumber. Here are a few of the seemingly simple DIY mistakes that can end up costing you in repairs down the road.

3 Mistakes You Can Prevent by Calling a 24-Hour Plumber

1. Using Drain Cleaners

24-hour plumberDrain cleaning chemicals work, but at a cost. They eat through the clog, leaving you with an open pipe, but they can also damage the material, causing all sorts of major issues in the long run. The chemicals used in commercial drain cleaners are caustic, and, once they start eating through the pipe, you can expect to see leaks and water damage. Calling a professional plumber to fix a clogged drain will cost less in the long run and give you the chance to treat the cause of the clog, as opposed to the symptom.

2. Using Inappropriate Tools

A coat hanger is a poor substitute for a professional-grade drain snake. Not only does it not work as well, but it can also damage the pipes, your drain covers, and even the porcelain of your plumbing fixtures. A drain snake, on the other hand, is designed to minimize damage to your fixtures while adequately removing blockages in your plumbing.

3. Leaving the Tap Running

Many people forget to turn the water off when trying to fix a plumbing problem. Anytime you’re working on your plumbing and there’s a chance that water could leak out of your pipes, even with the tap turned off, shut off the water supply. Leaving it running will cause your work area to be flooded with water when you least expect it.

 

At Midwestern Plumbing Service in Amelia, OH, their experienced team can handle all of your plumbing needs. As a trusted 24-hour plumber, they’re ready to fix everything from a leaky pipe to a blown faucet, even in the middle of the night. Learn more about their services online, and call (513) 753-0050 to schedule an appointment today.

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