Plumbing Problems You Shouldn’t Fix Yourself

As a dedicated DIYer, you can fix many problems around the house and some plumbing issues fall into that category, too. But there are some plumbing problems you shouldn’t fix yourself, mostly because it can make the problem bigger and more expensive to fix.

Anything to Do with Sewage

Sewage problems start with being stinky and downright nasty. But imagine what could happen if a DIY attempt goes wrong! Sewage is a health risk and requires a specialty skillset. So, if your plumbing problem has anything to do with sewage, call us right away!

Plumbing Leaks

A leaky faucet is in the DIY category, but once you head into plumbing leaks in the system itself, a professional assessment is a must. What may seem like a small leak could be catastrophic behind the scenes.

Don’t be tempted to slap on some epoxy and hope the problem goes away. Water leaks spread, and when they do, you end up with a potential disaster. Plus, leaks are usually caused by a combination of factors. It only takes missing one mostly invisible underlying issue like excessive water pressure or damaged pipes to make the need to call a professional obvious.

Water Pressure

Water pressure is a delicate issue. Many factors contribute to low water pressure, so the diagnostics require specialised plumbing instruments to get to the underlying problems. With hundreds of possible causes, even an experienced DIYer ends up spending too much time and often creates new problems along the way.

We’ll analyse the issue quickly and provide an accurate resolution that will ultimately get your family back to living comfortably.

Replacing a Water Heater

Water heaters require a power source to work. So, whether yours needs electricity or gas, water heater installation is a complicated process. And the mix can make for very dangerous fire risks!

For these problems, hiring a professional plumber will actually save you time and money and keep your family safe from potential harm.

Call Ember Plumbing for an assessment: 0477777301