As a homeowner, it’s smart to be aware of common plumbing, drain, and sewer problems in your area so that you can either prevent them or be prepared when they happen. In Phoenix, hard water, monsoons, and compacted, rocky soil account for many typical plumbing headaches.
Here are four of the most common plumbing problems we see and how we resolve them:
1. Hard Water
Many homeowners in Phoenix have hard water in their homes. Hard water has a high mineral content, such as magnesium and calcium. Having hard water can cause:
- Dry skin
- Brittle hair
- Short appliance life spans
- Mineral buildup on plumbing fixtures
A skilled plumber can determine whether you have hard water in your home. If you do, we recommend investing in a water softener installation.
2. Reduced Hot Water Capacity
Because Phoenix homes are more likely to have hard water, mineral buildup and sediment can accumulate in water heater tanks. This can reduce the capacity of the tanks, which means you’ll run out of hot water more quickly.
Installing a water softener is the first step to resolving hard water. You should also schedule routine water heater maintenance and plumbing maintenance for your entire home to monitor this issue over time and keep the buildup from reoccurring.
3. Water & Sewer Pipe Damage
Phoenix has compact soil full of sharp rocks that can damage water and sewer piping.
Low water pressure is one of the key signs of a hidden water pipe leak, whether it’s in:
- The supply pipes inside your home
- Your water line in your yard
- Copper pipes beneath your home’s foundation
As for damaged sewer pipes, look out for slow drains, gurgling toilets, and sinkholes in your yard. A cracked sewer line is often caused by shifting soil or tree root infiltration.
If you notice any of these signs of pipe damage, you should hire a plumbing contractor to inspect your water or sewer pipes. A knowledgeable plumber can perform leak detection and repair to find the source of any water leak and video camera sewer inspections to locate and repair sewer line damage.
4. Sump Pump Failure
Sump pumps are an important part of your plumbing system. They keep the lower levels of your home from flooding — especially during Arizona’s monsoon season.
Invest in sump pump testing and maintenance to protect your property from serious water damage. Your plumber will inspect your sump pump from top to bottom to ensure it’s working as it should and can handle the next big storm in Phoenix.
Turn to Penguin Air, Plumbing & Electrical for All Your Plumbing Needs
Penguin Air, Plumbing & Electrical is a local plumbing company that’s served homeowners in Phoenix, AZ, since 2011. We’re a part of this community, so we know the common plumbing repairs our clients need.
You can trust us to fix any plumbing problem with ease.
Count on our highly trained team for:
- Upfront pricing
- 24/7 emergency service
- Financing options
- A job done right guaranteed
Contact us online or call (480) 550-9943 today to schedule plumbing repairs with our team.