Spring Plumbing, Oakville!
Happy New Year Oakville! John THE Plumber here; we hope you had a fantastic Christmas and are raring to go into 2020! Those of us who live in colder climates with inclement weather like we do here in Oakville will tell you that spring is probably the most welcome time of the year. Most of the snow is either melted or it’s getting close. The temperatures outside has started to warm up and the roads are no longer full of that salt and sand grit that mucks up your foyer all winter. Spring is a season known for cleaning and freshening one’s home. It’s also a good time to do look over of your house see if you have any Spring plumbing issues that need to be cleaned up as well.
Pipe Leak Check
Rule of thumb: First thing to do on the plumbing front is to check for any leaks. Winter can be absolutely brutal in Oakville and clearly ones plumbing system is not immune to winters ice and cold. Pipes may have frozen over the winter and you may not have a clue it has happened until you turn them on in the spring. Take a good look around your home and check for leaks anywhere you can see your pipes.
Make sure you think to look at pipes that lead to the outdoors and your garage. Before you start dreaming about filling up the swimming pool or turning on the lawn sprinkler you need to make sure that all the water lines heading out to your garden faucets have not sprung a leak! Hose bibs are common plumbing repair fixtures. Even the frost free ones can break down over time in harsh Oakville winters.
More Spring Plumbing Tips
Air Conditioners and Hot Water Tanks
Before you turn your air conditioner back on, it’s a very good idea to take a look at the unit as well as the pipes that are running from it. You want to ensure that there isn’t any ice buildup. The exact same idea goes for your hot water tank. There shouldn’t be any ice buildup on it either and it’s a good idea to make sure that there is no water leaking from it as well.
Check Your Sump Pump
Oakville can surprise us inhabitants with a very fast thaws. You’re need to be ahead of the thaw and make sure that your sump pump is running well. Do consider having it replaced before the thaw starts if you feel it’s time to do so. If you do purchase a new sump pump it’s a good idea to also consider purchasing a pump that has a battery backup. Sump pumps can also get overwhelmed at the amount of water they need to pump out during heavy rainfall or big thaws.
Faulty or damaged weeping tile can become a problem fairly quickly. They are more expensive but dealing with water damage from a flooded basement will present you with a much bigger bill and an even bigger headache. In fact throughout the winter and the spring it’s a smart good idea to go down there to monitor your sump pump and check for any leaks.
To discover more on the full range of services offered by our Oakville-based John the Plumber, please call our offices today at 289-644-3856 or visit our business website at johntheplumber.ca/oakville
