Avoid these Common Plumbing Mistakes

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If you are a do-it-yourselfer, then you might be considering taking on a plumbing repair project on your own. While there are many different types of plumbing repairs and installations that should only be done by a licensed and professional plumber, Shoreview homeowners can take care of several plumbing-related tasks on their own. Here are a few suggestions on how to avoid some of the most common plumbing mistakes.


  1. Make sure you shut the main water valve off before you begin any repair work. If you are unsure of where the main shut-off is, call in a professional plumber to show you where it is and how to turn it off. If you don’t shut off the main valve, then definitely shut the water off at the localized valve that is found near the toilet or the sink. Either way, if you don’t keep water from flowing while you are doing your work, you are going to have to call a plumber for help because, chances are, you might end up with a flooded room or at the very least more water than you bargained for.
  2. Avoid the temptation of flushing trash and other plumbing repair waste down your toilet. The only two things that should ever be flushed are toilet paper and human waste. If you flush anything else, you could cause a blockage and then you will end up having to call in a professional plumber for help.
  3. When you are having problems with your garbage disposal, you might need to call in a plumber from All Ways Drains for help. If you want to avoid these types of issues, follow a few basic rules: do not put any type of grease or fat in there, do not put stringy vegetables down there (example: celery) and you should not put starchy food down there either (example: potatoes or pasta). When you need to run your garbage disposal, be sure to run cold water into it and let the disposal run for at least ten minutes.


These are just a handful of suggestions for those who want to make plumbing repairs on their own. You can always call a professional plumber from All Ways Drains if it turns out you need assistance after all.

For more information on how to hire a plumber for your Shoreview home or business, call All Ways Drains at 612-922-9422, or you can contact us to get a Free Estimate.
Location: Shoreview, MN, USA

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