When you encounter a plumbing problem, you may mistakenly assume that you can resolve them personally, even when you have limited knowledge and experience about actual plumbing work. Unfortunately, it may even get worse if you refuse to leave them up to professionals, especially when you are misinformed about how plumbing works.

If you have a plumbing issue, take better care of your property by avoiding falling victim to plumbing mistakes. Here are some common plumbing myths that you should stop believing in:

Myth #1: a Leaky Faucet Is Nothing to Be Concerned About

You may believe that you shouldn’t be worried about your leaky faucet. In fact, you may even assume that all faucets leak eventually due to regular wear and tear. However, this problem is not something that you should ignore because it can be a sign of a bigger problem when left unaddressed. 

Aside from wasting so much water and making your monthly bills eventually skyrocket, a dripping tap can mean that your water pressure is running incorrectly or your faucet is coming loose. This plumbing issue requires the expertise of skilled emergency plumbers, so contact them right away.

Myth #2: Flushable Wipes Should Be Flushed Down the Toilet

Some wipes are marketed as flushable, but flushing these items down the toilet can damage your plumbing. They can eventually block or even burst your pipes since they contain plastic that doesn’t disintegrate well when flushed or break down when they reach the sewer. 

Flushing down wipes down your toilet can also damage natural ecosystems and cause harm to sea creatures. It happens when these flushable wipes make their way into the ocean and are eaten by turtles that mistake them for food.

Myth #3: You Can Flush Items Other Than Toilet Paper

The only item that should be flushed down your toilet is human waste. It means you should avoid disposing of toilet paper in this manner. Additionally, you must never flush down paper towels, any kind of wet pipes, and tampons because they can block your sewer drain. When this happens, they can cause sewer blockages and overflows.

Myth #4: It’s Safe to Pour Grease Down the Drain as Long as I Mix It with Hot Water

Grease and oil should never go down your drain. While boiling water can help down the sink to melt hardened fat or oil, it only helps wash down the basin. It cannot help with the thickened grease when it eventually cools and travels down your pipes. Eventually, this grease can stick to the sides of your pipelines, become even harder to remove, and can block hair, food, and other items down your drain until it completely blocks your pipe. Because of this, it’s best to throw the grease in the trash can.

Conclusion

Your plumbing system is an essential part of your space, so it’s best to take excellent care of it and maintain its excellent condition by educating yourself about it. One way to do this is to stop believing the myths that surround it. This way, you can keep your property and loved ones safe. On the other hand, if it’s already too late and you encountered plumbing issues due to the misconceptions listed above, you can always seek emergency plumbing services.

Reach out to Emergency Plumbing Heating Company for plumbing services. Our team of licensed and insured contractors can resolve your plumbing problems in no time. We serve property owners in Canada and the US. Contact us to schedule an appointment or request a quote!