Common Plumbing Problems

Common Plumbing Problems & Solutions

Common plumbing issues can include anything from a jammed garbage disposal to a sewer system backup. Plumbing issues, big and small, can occur unexpectedly and without warning. By learning about the most common types of plumbing problems, you can be on the lookout for signs of trouble. If you experience any of the following plumbing problems in your Utah or Salt Lake County home or business, reach out to the professional team at Parley’s PPM Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling for quick and efficient plumbing services. Give us a call if you experience any of these common plumbing issues:

‍Clogged Drains

Clogged drains can be smelly, messy, and are never fun to deal with. They can also pose a threat to one’s health. If the water in your sink, tub, or toilet is slow to drain or won’t go out, you either have a partial or complete clog in the drain. If your plunger can’t fix the problem, a professional plumber will need to snake the line to clear the obstruction. Video inspection and hydro-jetting are required to clear more stubborn drain clogs effectively.

Low Water Pressure

Although low water pressure may be related to a problem in the municipal water supply line, a more common cause of this problem is a build-up of deposits or sediment on faucet aerators. If you still notice low water pressure after cleaning aerators and shower heads, let one of our licensed plumbers pinpoint and help repair the cause of your low water pressure.

Dripping Faucets

While dripping faucets can be annoying and costly, they don’t have to persist. Our professional team can diagnose the problem causing your dripping faucet and repair it in no time. Dripping faucets can be caused by worn-out washers or O rings, and while these can be easily replaced, there are other causes of dripping faucets. Corrosion or even improper faucet installation can cause the dripping problem.

Leaky Pipes

When it comes to pipe leaks, it's the hidden leaks that you need to worry about most. Over time, even a small leak that goes undetected can cause thousands of dollars in water damage. If you notice mold or mildew growth or see your water bill going up incrementally each month, contact Parley's PPM Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling and let us find the hidden leak before the damage gets out of hand.

Insufficient Hot Water

Insufficient hot water can occur for various reasons, including corrosion or an improperly-sized water heater. No one wants to take a cold shower, especially in the winter. One of our licensed, professional plumbers can help you determine what the cause is and get it repaired quickly and expertly.

Running Toilets

No one wants to listen to a toilet run for hours on end. Not only do running toilets produce an irritating sound, but they can waste up to 200 gallons of water per day. The causes of a running toilet may include refill tube problems, worn-out flapper seals or flush valves, improperly sized flapper chains, corroded toilet handles, or something else. Whatever the problem is, our expert team can fix it.

Household Leaks By the Numbers

Plumbing problems, such as leaks – even small ones – should not be ignored or put off. Not only do leaky pipes cause your water bills to escalate each month, but they also waste one of the most precious elements on the planet. Plumbing problems left unattended can cause more significant, more damaging issues over time. Below, we’ve listed some household leak statistics by the numbers:

• More than one trillion gallons of water are wasted on household leaks annually.
• The average household can leak as much as 10,000 gallons of water annually.
• One drip per second wastes over 3,000 gallons of water per year.
• 10 drips per minute wastes enough water for up to 60 dishwasher loads each year.
• Fixing easily corrected water leaks can save up to 10 percent on water bills.

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Why Choose Parley’s PPM Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling?

If your Utah home or business is experiencing a plumbing problem – such as water leaks, clogged drains, low water pressure, water heater failure, bathtub clogs, broken pipes, dripping faucets, or a running toilet – the professional team at Parley’s PPM Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling can help. With over 40 years of industry experience, our plumbers know what they’re doing. We’re dedicated to ensuring the satisfaction of our valued customers with every service we render. That means we arrive on time and investigate your system before diving blindly into the situation. We get it right the first time. Regardless of the size of the job or its complexity, your satisfaction is most important to us. As a thoroughly family-owned company, you can trust us to give your family the same attention we give to ours.

Contact Us Today to Schedule a Service Appointment

There are plenty of home maintenance and improvement projects that the avid do-it-yourselfer can undertake without a problem. However, plumbing repairs and installation are best left to professionals. If you try to fix the issue yourself, you may end up with a bigger problem on your hands. Fortunately, there’s a plumbing company you can trust with all of your plumbing needs – Parley’s PPM Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling. For quick and efficient plumbing service in Utah County and Salt Lake County, we’re the team for the job. Additionally, all our repairs and installations come with complete one-year parts and labor warranty. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule a service appointment.

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