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SHOWER DRAIN LEAKS

Mon, 08 May 2023 08:25:41 GMT

SHOWER DRAIN LEAKS

Imagine that you’ve just taken a shower. As you step out, you notice dripping. Recognizing the drips as the result of residual water flow, you brush it off. You brush the occurrence off as normal only to find the drips lasting for more than a few minutes. After a while, you check the shower only to find that it is still dripping even after you’ve tightened the faucet.

Does this scenario sound familiar? If it does, then you have a leaking shower.

A leaking shower may seem harmless. However, if left unchecked, a leaky shower can cause your water bill to spike higher. As well, a shower leaking behind wall surfaces can lead to water damage which can cause you to make unwanted renovations later on.

Here’s the good news — you can do something about this. Plumbing — whether it’s a leaking shower head or a shower drain leak — might not be as tough as you think.

Keep reading to learn more about how you can fix your shower when it leaks.

KNOW WHERE THE LEAK IS

The first step to fixing any shower-related issue is knowing where the leak is occurring. Shower leaks can occur in many places. However, we’ve noticed that leaks usually occur in the following areas:

● The shower drain

● The faucet

● The showerhead

● Any part of the shower fixture

Knowing where the leak is occurring will guide how you’re supposed to go about repairs. Not all leaks will warrant the same type of fix. Calling an expert Los Angeles-based plumber can help determine the best course of action regardless of where the leaks are.

SHUT OFF THE WATER SUPPLY FOR THE FLOOR OR HOUSE

Once you’ve determined the source of the leak, shut off the water supply. Depending on your home or building’s general plumbing, you may have to turn off the water for the whole house or building. If the floor where your shower is located has its own water supply, you can just turn off the water for that floor.

You can turn on the water again once you’ve finished repairs and plan to test your shower. Keep in mind that you might not have to turn off the water if your problem is drain related.

FIX A LEAKING SHOWER HEAD

If you’ve determined that the showerhead is the site of the leak, begin by disconnecting the showerhead from the shower stem. The shower stem is the area between the showerhead and the rest of the shower pipe (or hose, if you will).

Proceed by cleaning the showerhead. Often, sediments can form at the nozzles of the showerhead, forcing the water out through the connection point.

To clean the showerhead, boil some vinegar and run it through the showerhead. Allow it to drain at the nozzles. Hot vinegar will unclog the nozzles.

After you’ve cleaned the showerhead, use Teflon tape and wind it around the shower stem. The tape serves to tighten the connection between the shower tube and the showerhead. A tighter connection means no leaks.

After reconnecting the showerhead, you can turn on the water supply again. Once you do, check to see if there are still leaks.

FIX OR REPLACE YOUR SHOWER’S FAUCET

If the problem is not the showerhead, then chances are the problem may be the shower faucet. The shower faucet is indicative of either faulty plumbing or wear-and-tear. Either way, our general plumbing services quickly and affordably address issues related to piping.

Call us if you suspect that the pipes of the shower are the problem. Before giving us a call though, know that there are ways you can fix your shower’s faucet. This is especially true if the problem is the faucet itself.

To fix the faucet, ensure that you’ve cut off the water supply to the shower. After that, disassemble the faucet using a screwdriver and a wrench. You’ll be taking apart the faucet handle.

You should see washers. These are rubber rings that fill the gaps of connections. Loose or old washers can cause your faucet to leak. Replacing them can eliminate the leaks.

After you’ve replaced the washers, put the faucet back together. Turn on the water supply and test the faucet.

If the faucet drips at the point before the faucet, then you need to replace the entire faucet. We can replace old faucets quickly and easily.

FIXING A DRAIN LEAK OR A SHOWER LEAKING BEHIND THE WALL

Shower drain leaks are a problem especially if yours is just above another floor like the basement. Many things like damaged bathroom floors or leaky drain flanges contribute to this problem. Because these leaks involve problems with pipes, they can be harder to identify and fix.

The same is true for showers that leak behind the wall. Usually, showers leaking behind the wall go unnoticed for a long time, and it’s easy to see why. The pipes behind the walls determine a problem challenging unless you get the evaluation of an expert LA-based general plumber.

In short, drain leaks and leaking showers behind walls will require a different approach — one that we specialize in.

FOR TOUGH PLUMBING PROBLEMS, CALL ONLY AN EXPERIENCED PLUMBER

For many shower leaks, you’ll only need some tools, some elbow grease, and a few hours from your day. For other types of leaks, you’ll need someone with experience and expertise.

If you need plumbing services, choose a local company that specializes in residential and commercial plumbing. If anything leaks in your Los Angeles home, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Give us a call at Rooster Shield and experience plumbing services that are quick, reliable, and affordable.

ROOTER SHIELD SERVICES IN SANTA CLARITA

Mon, 08 May 2023 08:21:22 GMT

ROOTER SHIELD SERVICES IN SANTA CLARITA

We are a family-owned and operated plumbing business with a lot of experience within the industry. Regardless of the size of the job, we will be there for you. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We provide services to the entire Los Angeles area, including Santa Clarita and nearby locations. While we specialize in plumbing, we also offer unique services for home maintenance, renovation, and emergency callouts.

24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICES

We want to make sure everything related to ducting, pipes, and heating within your home is functioning correctly so that you can enjoy a comfortable environment. With years of experience in the industry, we recognize that a pipe problem is a crisis and needs immediate attention. Our clients receive the best 24/7 service from us because we are professional, timely, and competent. As a result of our capabilities, we can dispatch a Santa Clarita emergency plumber to take care of any urgent piping issues.

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PLUMBING

A wide variety of residential plumbing issues are handled by our qualified engineers, including leaking toilets, defective water heaters, blocked drains, and clogged garbage disposals. At Rooter Shield , we handle broken pipes like no other. As well as residential plumbing, we also offer commercial plumbing services. Problems with plumbing in commercial buildings can be disastrous. Your business may be paralyzed or shut down by something as simple as a pipe leak or clog. Let Rooter Shield keep your business running smoothly.

DRAIN MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

In cases where a plunger doesn't work, you might need to call a professional drain cleaner. You can trust your local Rooter Shield plumber in Santa Clarita to identify and clear the blockage quickly without causing further damage to your home or pipes. With hydro-jetting, clogs and blockages are easily removed from your drains. Our professionals use the water pressure to ensure that stubborn tree roots and calcified blockages are efficiently and expertly eliminated.

RENOVATION AND REMODELING SUPPORT

If you're remodeling your home and need plumbing installed or relocated, you can count on us. Our team knows precisely how to finish the job promptly, from sink installation to underground piping. We will transform your remodeling dreams into reality if you provide us with the remodeling plan. Unfortunately, a gas appliance may also be improperly installed, causing hazardous leaks within the property that could harm your family or employees. We protect your property from gas leaks with our high-quality inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs.

CALL US ANY TIME

Because of our experience, we understand the importance of resolving pipe issues immediately. As a result, you can reach us at any time , 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are punctual, proficient, and continually strive to provide the best service possible. Basically, you can count on us to do what we promise.

Phone: 323-601-5577

We currently serve the city of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas in Burbank, Glendale, Northridge, Simi Valley, Chatsworth, Van Nuys, Woodland Hills, Westlake, Encino, North Hollywood, Granada Hills, San Fernando, and Calabasas.

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR DRAINS ARE BLOCKED OR NEED A CLEANING

Mon, 08 May 2023 08:10:25 GMT

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR DRAINS ARE BLOCKED OR NEED A CLEANING

The drains of your home are like the arteries of your body. They are essential for carrying vital materials, but if you don't look after them, they get blocked and cause severe problems. Some are easily remedied, but prevention is the best cure. However, you can call in the doctor when home solutions won't do. We are happy to handle your emergency drain cleaning and plumbing issues.

Licensed and locally owned, we have been in the plumbing industry for several years. We handle jobs of any size, and customers are our top priority. We are here to provide services to Los Angeles and its surrounding areas. We can always help you, but try the following tips for cleaning your home's drains before calling us.

TRY REMOVING DEBRIS WITH TOOLS

The most common tools are drain snakes and plungers, which vary in size and shape. Modern plungers come in various forms with pressure levers that can help release blocked pipes. When body hair causes a drain to clog, you should insert a drain snake into the narrow tubes and untangle hairs attached to the up-facing barbs.

However, this can be tricky and requires patience and time for the procedure to succeed. But with a bit of practice, you will be able to remove more stubborn debris from your bath and shower drains.

POUR DOWN SOME DRAIN CLEANER

To clean your drains, you can simply pour down some off-the-shelf drain cleaning chemicals. Bleaches and acids are generally used in drain cleaners, but they take some time to work and may need to be left overnight. Eventually, though, any biological materials clogging drains are removed.

However, it can sometimes take a few days before the clog is cleared. You can speed up the process by pouring in hot water, eventually dissolving the clog. These chemicals are hazardous and should not be used by or around children.

CONSIDER CALLING THE EXPERTS

Plumbing problems are no match for our handymen. We take care of spills, toilet leaks, installations, water heater repairs, blocked drains, black drain, garbage disposals, and even gas lines. Our plumbers at Rooter Shield are never afraid of problem drains and pipes.

Hydro-jetting can clear clogs and blockages in your drains by using high-pressure water. Our engineers use special devices with strong water pressure to eliminate the tougher pipe and drain issues, including calcified blockages and tree roots.

However, you can help yourself with the following simple maintenance tips for the home.

PREVENT MATERIALS FROM ENTERING THE DRAINS

Debris and organic materials enter your drains whenever you use your water-based systems such as the bath, shower, or washing machine. Such materials become trapped and build up over time. Fortunately, you can prevent most excess with some simple methods:

Use a trapper: bath drain trappers sit around the drainage hole and catch materials.
Rinse the pipes: Rinse your washing machine pipes on a hot wash with limescale tablets.
Flush regularly: flush a few times during your solid toilet use.
Don't drain oil and fat: Never pour these in the drains. They dry and solidify to cause blockage.
Minimize what you drain: scrape plates of food and only put tissue paper in the toilet.

You can significantly reduce the chances of blocked drains with these simple prevention methods. Essentially, it is helpful to be aware of what you put in your drains and wash them regularly. For example, hot rinse your washing machine every three uses to clear the pipes.

DON'T OVERUSE THE GARBAGE DISPOSAL

Garbage disposal is a complex machine, but it is frequently misused and blocked. There are many reasons, but people stuff garbage disposals with materials they shouldn't. If you can, throw your garbage in the trash and recycle it where you can. However, garbage disposals are challenging to maintain because they are misused.

This results in them trapping rotting food and clogging drains. A foul odor in the home is a common sign that the garbage disposal or drain is blocked. Make sure you clean your disposal regularly and avoid using it excessively.

CALL US ANY TIME

Because of our experience, we understand that pipe issues are serious and need to be addressed immediately. So you can call us any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are timely, proficient, and continuously provide the best service possible. In short, we get the job done.

Phone: 323-601-5577