Now that the cooler days of winter have passed and the rainy days of spring are here, you’ll like be spending more time outdoors, watering flowers, lawns, and trees. However, in addition to preparing your landscape, it’s also crucial to make sure your interior is ready for the warmer weather. Specifically, you’ll want to make sure your residential plumbing system survived the winter and is ready to take on a new season. Here are a few components you should inspect. 

How to Prepare Your Residential Plumbing System for Warmer Weather

1. Inspect the House for Leaks

Do a walk-through of your house and look for signs of pipe leaks. Pay particular attention to pipes that run through unheated areas of your home and along exterior walls. Even one cold night could have caused a small rupture in a pipe. Look for pooling water, drips, water stains in walls and ceilings, and even mold growth, as this is often a sign of uncontrolled moisture.

2. Check Outdoor Faucets

Winter weather and cold temperatures can be hard on outdoor plumbing. Before hooking up your hoses and setting your sprinklers, make sure your exterior faucets are in good condition. Let each faucet run a few moments to make sure the water comes out steadily. Then, close the valve to check for leaks. If all appears well, continue hooking up your irrigation hoses.

3. Test Your Sump Pump

Make sure your sump pump is ready for potential springtime flooding. Pour a gallon or so of water into the sump pit to verify the pump is operational. It should activate automatically to drain out the water you just added. Next, check the discharge end of the drain pipe to make sure it hasn't become clogged with dirt or debris over the winter.

 

Scheduling an inspection will ensure every aspect of your residential plumbing system is performing as it should. For reliable, efficient service, contact Arrowhead Plumbing in Lawrenceville, GA. They serve clients throughout Gwinnett, Fulton, and DeKalb counties and offer drain cleaning, sewer line inspections, and water heater repair, in addition to 24/7 emergency services. Visit their website to take advantage of money-saving coupons or call (678) 226-2959 to schedule an appointment today.