Tips to Maintain your Toilets

Maintaining the toilets in your home goes a long way toward providing an enjoyable bathroom experience for your family and for the house guests.

The only items that should be flushed down your toilet are toilet paper and human waste. Other items such as feminine products and wipes can easily clog your pipes.

Check your toilet for leaks. If the water level in your tank is higher than normal, or if your toilet bowl water changes colors when you run other plumbing fixtures in the house, you may have a leak. Look for wet areas on and around the toilet and also on the water pipe that connects the toilet to the wall. A leak will cause spikes in your water bill, so don't hesitate to call a plumber as soon as possible. Leaks can cause serious damage to walls and flooring, so make sure you check regularly.

The water shut-off valve is an important and often overlooked component of your plumbing system. Easily locate and check the knob annually to ensure you won’t run into any problems when a leak arises. If the knob is resistant or won’t budge, call us for professional shut-off valve repair or replacement.

In need of a professional to inspect your bathrooms? Contact Atlantic Plumbing Services for a complimentary quote.