When you want to take a shower, or need to take a shower, it’s beyond frustrating if your plumbing decides to go on the fritz. Sometimes it’s a serious systemic issue, in which case you should call Bigfoot Pumping & Thawing in North Pole, AK, immediately. In other cases, however, you can do a few DIY moves (or at least, get a feel for the source of the problem before making the call):

• Pressure: Most people crave a nice, steady, strong pulse of water from the shower head, and if yours seems to be weak or uneven, you might have mineral deposit build up in the fixture. This one is simple: Remove the shower head and give the aerator a good scrubbing. If you reattach the shower head and the pressure still isn’t up to snuff, purchase a new one.
• Clogs: If the water isn’t draining, you’ve probably got a clog. If you want to be particularly eco-friendly, try pouring a frothy mixture of baking soda and a cup of vinegar down the drain, and then run hot water for about 10 minutes. Your last bet is to use a plumber snake.
• The good news is that, if you try a simple solution to fix a problem and it fails to work, Bigfoot Pumping & Thawing is ready to save the day. If fact, they are available 24/7 for any plumbing emergency. For more than 25 years, Bigfoot Pumping & Thawing has been performing services such as pipe thawing, drain cleaning and septic tank maintenance for the residents of interior Alaska. Call Bigfoot Pumping & Thawing today at (907) 488-9855, or for more information visit their website.