This show is all about saving you time, money and
aggravation.  These tips can help you
avoid plumbing emergencies.

•             Monitor
your water bill

o             Look for
increased billing, can indicate a problem

•             Watch
What you put in your Drains and Toilets

o             Just
because the packaging says it’s flushable does not mean it’s flushable

o             Watch the
FOG (fats, oils and greases), hard items, chemicals

o             Avoid
harsh drain cleaning chemicals, corrode and melt pipes, damage septic systems

•             Do
regular inspections

o             Look for
drain leaks under sinks, washing machine hoses, sink connections, ice maker
connections, toilet connections

o             Check
your PRV Valve

o             Water
filter maintenance

o             Water
around toilet (toilet seal)

•             Test your
emergency systems

o             Hot water
relief valve

o             Sump pump

o             Main
water shut off valve

•             Check
your water heater

o             Drain
regularly

o             Change
the anode rod

•             Prevent
frozen pipes

o             Wrap
exposed pipes with insulation or heat tape

o             Flow
water on extremely cold nights

•             Turn off
main water shut off valve when traveling