As a homeowner, it’s intimidating to think of anything going wrong with the pipes in your home. After all, you can’t see them! No one wants to think about cracks and leaks they can’t see. And to make it worse, water damage can be devastating! But before you panic, let’s talk about some of the signs your home might give you when it’s time to call a plumber to check out your water lines.
Leaks (Especially if They’re Frequent!)
One leak is enough of a nuisance and is worth having a plumber out to repair the pipe, but if it feels like the world’s worst game of Whack-a-Mole trying to keep up with all the leaky pipes, it’s time to seriously consider a repipe. Repiping is when a professional plumber comes out and replaces the pipes in your home, instead of just repairing them. You could theoretically keep repairing the leaks, but if they’re frequent, it means the pipe itself is wearing out, corroding, or just not keeping up anymore. It’s a better investment to go ahead and replace those problematic pipes with more durable ones so you can say goodbye to leaks.
Rusty, Discolored Water
Is the water coming out of your taps looking orange or brown? That’s usually a sign your pipes are corroding on the inside. Corrosion means rust, and rust can turn your water orange and brown. It’s not just inconvenient, but it’s pretty gross to drink, and it can stain your appliances and your laundry. If your water is coming out as anything but clear, go ahead and give us a call! We’ll check out your water lines and figure out exactly what’s going on so you can have crystal clear water again in no time!
Low Water Pressure
Trying to rinse your hair in the shower with low water pressure is one of the most frustrating things. Not to mention, if you’re struggling with low water pressure, washing dishes, doing laundry, or even just filling up a pot of water all start to take so much longer. You’re too busy to have basic chores taking up even more time!
Unless you’re running multiple fixtures in your house at once, low water pressure is often a warning sign that your pipes aren’t up to the task anymore. Whether they’re corroded, cracked, or simply too old, it might be time to look into repiping. It’s a great way to get strong, steady water flow throughout your home again!
Recurring Pipe Issues
Any time you have pipe problems that just keep resurfacing, it’s a clear sign there’s something bigger at play, and not just a string of bad luck. If you keep slapping Band-Aid solutions on your pipes, the problems will just keep coming (and will eventually get worse). Save yourself the hassle (and the cost) of repeated repairs and consider a repipe. It doesn’t just fix your symptoms, it’ll fix
the cause of the problems! And our replacement pipes will last years and years, so you’ll get to enjoy the water in your home without the stress.
Pipe Replacement Options by Morris-Jenkins
If you’ve been having issues with leaky pipes, orange/brown water, low water pressure, or other recurring pipe issues, it’s time to give Morris-Jenkins a call! We know it’s always stressful and a bit scary when your home has problems, but it doesn’t have to be. Morris-Jenkins makes the whole process easy! When you call or text us, you’ll talk to a real local person. They’ll get you an appointment with a plumber (often the same day or very next day!) who’ll ask you questions about the problems you’ve been experiencing. We’ll take a close look at your home’s plumbing and come up with some options to get everything working even better than before! Once you decide which of our solutions your family likes best, we’ll work to take care of the rest. Before you know it, your home’s plumbing will work like new again!
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