Plumber Inner West

Solutions to Common Plumbing Problems

1. Having a leaky tap is a nuisance but happens when your washer and/or O-rings need replacing.  If you have turned your tap off really tight yet it is still leaking, then you know you will need it fixed. The first step is to turn off the main water usually at the front of the home. Then open up the leaky tap using a spanner (turning anti clockwise) and a small plier or something similar to pull the washer out. Make sure the replacement washer is the same size as the old one and put it in the tap. Use the spanner to retighten the tap and re open the main water again. If you have a seperate hot and cold water tap, it's a good idea to replace both washers at the same time.

2. Slow drainage at the sink or bath - if you have a stopped up drain, try to clear it with boiling water and vinegar 

3. Blocked drains

4. Faulty hot water system

5. Clogged toilet - clogs are easily cleared by plunging them (a plunger will work best)

6. Burst pipes - if your pipes burst, turn off your main water supply and call for help from an expert plumber 

6b. Frozen pipe - frozen pipes can cause major damage to your home's plumbing system so make sure you address this issue quickly before it gets worse

7. Broken sewer line – broken sewer lines typically need professional attention right away because they are very dangerous and expensive to fix on your own

8. Low water pressure at the sink causing water to flow slowly

1. Clogged drain

2. Leaky pipe

3. Toilet overflow

4. Broken water line

5. Dripping faucet 

6. Sewer backup

1. Replacing a water heater

2. Installing a new toilet

3. Fixing leaks and drips in sinks, faucets, or toilets

4. Cleaning the kitchen sink drain 

5. Repairing broken pipes with pipe J-bend connectors 

6. Unclogging drains using a plunger or snake

1. Clogged drains - When you have a clog, it will cause your sink to back up and overflow or not drain at all

2. Leaky pipes - A leak is when water is constantly running through the pipe and there's no way of stopping it

3. Burst pipes - This can happen if you've had too much pressure on the pipe for an extended period of time 

4. Frozen Pipes- If your home has frozen pipes, then they'll need thawing out before any problems occur

5. Drain cleaning- If you're having trouble with your drains because of buildup then call us for help! We'll clear them out so that they function properly again!

6. Garbage disposal repair- The garbage disposal is one of those appliances that we don't think about until it stops working properly and causes big messes in our kitchens

1. Cleaning a toilet

2. Fixing leaks in your water pipes

3. Replacing a broken faucet

4. Unclogging drains and toilets

5. Installing new sinks, toilets, or bathtubs   6. Repairing cracks in the walls or floor of your home's foundation

1. Clogged drain

2. Broken pipe or leak

3. Toilet repair or replacement

4. Leaky faucet 

5. Dishwasher installation 

6. Garbage disposal repair, replacement, or cleaning

1. Install a new water heater

2. Replace your toilet 

3. Fix leaky faucets and running toilets

4. Unclog drains, pipes, and sinks

5. Fix leaks around the house or in your yard 

6. Create a custom shower enclosure to make it more interesting to use

1. Preventative maintenance - includes pipe inspection, leak detection, and other services to locate any potential problems 

2. Emergency plumbing - for when you need help fast! We offer same day service for all emergencies 

3. Drainage cleaning - a clogged drain can be an inconvenience in your home or business; we offer professional drainage cleaning services that will get the job done right!

4. Plumbing repairs - if your pipes have sprung a leak or you need new fixtures installed, we're here to help with expert repair jobs 

5. Water heater installation/replacement- this is one of our most common requests from clients looking to upgrade their water heating system or install a new one altogether 

6. Sewer line replacement- if your sewer lines are leaking or broken, it's important that they're replaced immediately; otherwise untreated sewage may seep into your home and damage the property more severely over time

1. Toilets - replace the flapper or flush valve

2. Sinks - install a new faucet to repair leaks and clogs

3. Showers/bathtubs - repair leaking shower heads, remove mineral deposits from tile grout, or replace shower doors

4. Garbage disposal - use ice cubes to clean it out if you don't want to pay for service 

5. Leaks in your walls or ceilings- call a plumber immediately!

6. Drains that are slow- try pouring boiling water down the drain before calling a plumber; this will often clear away any debris causing the blockage

1. Clear clogs in sinks, bathtubs, and toilets

2. Unclog drains

3. Replace a broken or leaking pipe

4. Fix leaky faucets

5. Install new pipes to fix leaks or replace old ones 6. Inspect plumbing for potential problems and repair them before they get worse