You probably have heard about how the cold winter weather can be really damaging to your Edwardsville, IL home’s plumbing system. However, the summertime can still cause some issues with your plumbing system, even though it is not as bad as the winter is. Here are some issues that you may come across during the summer that affects your home’s plumbing.
Leaks
When there are long periods without rain, the ground can become dried out and cause your house to settle. These minor shifts in the foundation can result in some major movements in your home’s water lines. This can cause disconnected or ruptured pipes. When this occurs make sure you contact your local plumber to check your water main for any signs of leaks and cracks.
Sewer Line Backup
High temperatures during the summer can bring sudden and heavy rainstorms. Although this can be a nice break from the heat, the rain can soak the dry ground and loosen the soil. This can end up getting the soil to go through small cracks in pipes and cause blockages.
Clogged Disposal
Summer is the prime time for cookouts. This means that you are getting frequent usage out of your home’s garbage disposal system. However, be careful about how you dispose of your food scraps. Hard vegetables and fruits such as corn and watermelon, as well as cooking grease, can end up damaging your sink’s garbage disposal blade.
Washing Machine Overload
Heavy loads are a common trend during the summer months. However, this also raises the risk of overflows and blockages in your washing machine. The summer heat, swimming, and other activities will result in an increase in laundry. This can put additional stress on your washing machine, so make sure that you are not putting too much pressure on your system.
Clogged Toilet Plumbing
Dealing with a clogged toilet is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. This can become increasingly risky when the children are at home from school during the summertime. This is why it is a smart idea to teach your kids proper bathroom etiquette. However, having some essential plumbing supplies on hand is never a bad idea.
Slow Clearing Shower Drain
Many of us enjoy trips to the lake or to the beach. However, the sand, small pebbles, and dirt that we get stuck in our bathing suits can go down the drain while showering. These things can accumulate and end up blocking your drain. In order to prevent this problem, make sure you rinse off at the beach.
No matter the season, our team at Bland’s Plumbing is here to make sure your home’s plumbing is working its best. If you are having any issues, make sure to give us a call today!
