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Common Plumbing Problems

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Familiarize yourself with the root of common plumbing problems:

Common Toilet Problems

Plumbing Problem	Symptoms	Plumbing Diagnosis
Noisy Toilets	Abnormal sounds after flushing	Damaged fill valve
Running Toilets	Continuous water running with the capacity to waste up to 200g of water in 24 hours	Defective flapper
Offensive Toilet Odor	Strong sewage smell	burst pipe defective wax ring Insufficient water in bowl
Toilet Clogs	Slow if not no drainage of water from bowl Improper or no flushing Bathroom flooding	Build-up of waste matter/tissue paper in the pipes
Poor Flushing	Toilet does not flush completely	tank's float ball set too high or too low

Common Shower Problems

Plumbing Problem	Symptoms	Plumbing Diagnosis
Clogged Showerhead	Limited water flow or thin jets of water	Accumulation of mineral deposits to be removed or dissolved
Shower Leaks	Paddles of water in or around shower enclosure	A defective or worn shower part in need of repair or replacement
Water temperature Fluctuations	Sudden bursts of cold water during hot showers – often happens when another plumbing fixture is turned on simultaneously	Clogged, rusty or corroded water plumbing pipes Closed or swollen hot water shutoff valve Blown pilot light in gas water heaters Damaged temperature control or defective thermocouple in water heaters Sediment buildup in the water heater's tank

Common Bathtub Problems

Plumbing Problem	Symptoms	Plumbing Diagnosis
Foul odors	Bathtub's drain emits sewage odors into the room	Broken or leaky trap Dry trap due to infrequent use of bath
Blocked drain	Slow to no water drainage	Accumulation of bodily fats and grease, soap scum and hair along the drainpipe

Common Kitchen Fixture Problems

Plumbing Problem	Symptoms	Plumbing Diagnosis
Low water pressure/water temperature fluctuations	Turning on the sink taps reduce water pressure or leads to temperature fluctuations throughout the plumbing fixtures in home	Damaged aerators Rotting cold or hot water pipes Defective plumbing parts Incorrect sink installation
Foul Odors	See common bathtub problems
Sink stoppages/Clogged sink	Slow to no water drainage	Rusty drainpipes Accumulation of debris in drain
Garbage Disposal	Screeching sounds when appliances is turned on Slow to no working	Burned out motor Blocked drain Clogged blades

Common Water Heater Problems

Plumbing Problem	Symptoms	Plumbing Diagnosis
Low to no hot water supply	Running out of hot water during showering	Sediment build up in water tank Defective dip tube due to rust or wear and tear
Leaks		Accumulation of mineral deposits in water tank Faulty drain valves
Noisy water heater		Sediment build up in water tank Defective plumbing parts Improper installation of unit High setting of temperature

Other Common Plumbing Problems

Plumbing Problem	Symptoms	Plumbing Diagnosis
Water Hammer	Water running through the pipes contains energy. If water supply is suddenly turned off this energy will cause loud banging sound, also termed the "water hammer" effect	Sudden valve closure Improper absorption of water energy due to leaky air cushioning in pipe
Whistling Pipes	Water flowing through a restricted section of the pipe causes a whistling sound as a plumbing fixture is turned on	Sediment build up in pipe Defective valve
Rattling Pipes	Water pressure running through a loosely attached pipe causes vibration. When the pipe vibrates against something solid the rattling sound is created	Cushioning around and securing loose pipe
Creaking Pipes	Running hot water in pipe will heat up material and cause a slight pipe expansion. As hot water stops running, the pipe cools off and the metal contracts. Pipe's expansion and contraction are responsible for the creaking or cracking noise	Insulate around pipe or create space for the pipe to expand and contract
Metal Pipe Corrosion	Colored tap water	Pipes filled with harmful minerals (rust, dirt, sediment)
Burst pipes	Emergency plumbing flooding or water leaks	Water in pipe freezes and expands to burst open the pipe Plumbing Tip – proper insulation of pipes before winter will prevent freezing/burst pipes plumbing emergencies
Basement Flooding	water built up in soil due to heavy rainfall or melting snow penetrates basement	Installation of flood proofing device, namely sump pump together with a back up pump
Gas Leaks	Distinctive gas odor	Ruptured gas pipe requires immediate evacuation of home or office