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Tips for Preventing Plumbing Leaks

Plumbing leaks can cause staggering damage to your home or business, and depending on their severity, they can run up a costly bill. While our professionals can fix any type of plumbing leak, the best fix is always prevention. Here are some helpful tips to prevent plumbing leaks from tearing through your home.

1. Inspect All of Your Equipment

This is the first line of defense. Though some leaks and damages may be too subtle for the untrained eye to notice, most will certainly stand out. Closely examine your washing machine, dishwasher, ice maker, and any other appliances. Make sure their hoses are secured to their water supply lines and that no water is dripping out anywhere. Inspect your sink cabinets and ensure that the traps are sturdy and secure.

If you detect any tiny leaks or even just think that anything about your pipes or hoses looks off, give Parobek Plumbing & Air Conditioning a call. We can repair the issue and prevent those small damages from becoming worse.

2. Conduct Proactive Maintenance

Make sure you properly care for all of your equipment and check how often their essential parts or hoses should be replaced. For example, a washing machine hose needs to be replaced every three to five years. Some high-end hoses even have automated excess water shut-off valves. These can detect leaks and prevent water from damaging your home.

3. Take Measures to Prevent Pipes From Freezing in the Winter

Burst pipes from cold weather are one of the most common forms of pipe damage. Although Bastrop doesn’t often dip below freezing, the severe cold spells in Texas over the last couple of years have made it important to make sure your pipes are ready for the winter.

If the weather outside drops below 32 degrees for more than half the day, your pipes are at risk of freezing. Be sure to let small amounts of water run through one or two faucets so that water is cycling through your home’s system and doesn’t freeze. It’s also important to insulate the pipes in your home or building that are most susceptible to cold air, such as those in your garage, attic, or basement.

Finally, ensure that heat is properly circulating throughout your home. Even though you may feel like your house is all warmed up, even small air leaks can cause pipes to freeze. Look for any air leaks around exposed pipes and seal them with caulk. If your kitchen sink is attached to the wall of your home, which is the case in most homes, leave the cabin door open so that the surrounding warm air can enter.

4. Install a Leak Detection System

There are numerous kinds of leak detection systems that serve different purposes and can cost anywhere from $50 to $500 or more. These systems often come with automatic shut-off valves to stop the flow of water, and they will alert you when leaks are detected.

Call Parobek Plumbing & Air Conditioning

Parobek Plumbing & Air Conditioning has been servicing Bastrop, TX and surrounding areas since 1999. Our professionals specialize in residential and commercial plumbing repair solutions for your drains, water heater, toilet, garbage disposal, and other plumbing systems. Give our team a call to set up an appointment!

Get in touch with your local professionals today to schedule plumbing and HVAC service: 512-910-8123!

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Sean Fuentes
Sean Fuentes
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As a real estate agent I need trades that can respond fast with detailed estimates. Parobek exceeded both of the expectations I had for detail response time and estimates. I will use them again and will refer them to future clients.
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I called Parobek Plumbing and Air Conditioning late this morning because my clogged toilet wasn't unclogging with the methods that normally work. It was important because I only have one toilet and work from home. It's 3 o'clock and Daniel left about 20 minutes ago and I have my unclogged toilet working perfectly now.
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The worker looked for a plumbing leak and was very thorough, patient, and kind. He did not stop until I found the problem and took the time to explain it to me in detail. I would hire him again. Very good.
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Parobek was amazing! we woke up to low water pressure and bubbling water right outside the house. i called parobek and they squeezed me in same day! our technician was Phillip and his service was excellent. he was super professional and knowledgeable. he put us at ease and answered all of our questions. we were so impressed!
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Today's service was just a switch-out of a faucet. I'm very satisfied. Within the last week, I had a number of of jobs done, including installation of a reverse osmosis system. I have been exceedingly pleased. The service was prompt, professional and everyone was courteous and knowledgeable. Thanks.