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When it comes time for you to start maintaining and fixing your own plumbing, you may wonder where to begin. There are so many things to consider when purchasing tools and equipment and when following regulations and instructions. Read the tips contained in this article so that you will have the knowledge to become an excellent plumber.

You don't want to end up with frozen pipes, so take preventive action, such as wrapping outside pipes with insulation, and keeping indoor temperatures above freezing at all times. The pipes may freeze if the surrounding temperature drops below freezing. In the best case scenario, you will have to wait until they thaw so that the water runs again. However, frozen pipes commonly break or crack pipes, leading to flooding and costly repairs.

Never put your hands in your garbage disposal to fix a problem. Garbage disposals are not healthy places for hands to be, even if they are not running. Locate your garbage disposal manual, or do an Internet search for troubleshooting advice and a diagram that illustrates your model.

To maintain your garbage disposal and avoid malfunction, you should regularly clean it. By regularly "cleaning" the disposal with lemon rinds, cherry pits and dish soap, you can make sure that your garbage disposal is running well and smelling so clean it could be new.

Ensure that if something goes wrong in your garbage disposal that you resist any and all urges you have that might make you want to put your hands inside to fix a problem. Even if the disposal is turned off, it can still be hazardous. Research on the Internet for diagrams, troubleshooters or FAQ's about your disposal.

Check overflow holes regularly to prevent blockage. Overflows holes can be used in the event the sink overfills, which is a big problem if they are clogged. As you routinely look for things needing attention, check to be sure that the overflow holes are clear and unblocked.

To reduce your plumbing repair costs, use preventative maintenance measures. Clogs can be a major cause of plumbing problems. Hair can clog drains. This can be prevented by using a drain cover or screen to keep the hair from going down the drain. It's a lot easier to take hair out of a screen than to pull it from a pipe.

When your pipes have clogs and you are thinking of using a pipe cleaner, choose a cleaner that is enzyme based. Enzyme cleaners contain bacteria that digest through solid sludge, making it weak enough to be flushed out. The best options on the market now are enzyme cleaners.

Clean the buildup of sediment from your aerator to increase your water pressure if it's low. Take apart the faucet, and clean the aerator with vinegar and a small brush. Then all you need to do is rinse and reassemble the aerator before putting it back on the faucet. If the problem was caused by a dirty aerator, cleaning it will increase the pressure.

When your pipes have clogs and you are thinking of using a pipe cleaner, choose a cleaner that is enzyme based. Enzyme based cleaners work by using natural bacteria that turns the sludge clogged in your pipes into a liquid, allowing it to flow down the drain with ease. Enzyme cleaners are considered one of the best the market has.

Cleaning the aerator will fix low water pressure issues that are caused from sediment buildup. A small brush (an old toothbrush is ideal) dipped in vinegar will do a great job on the aerator after it's been removed and disassembled. Rinse the aerator with water, put it back together and then attach it back onto the faucet. This technique causes the water pressure to rise via the removing of any blockage within the aerator.

If you need a plumber, check out their reviews before hiring. Sometimes plumbers will not be very good at their job, and can even make problems worse than they are. Ask around, and check online reviews. Your relatives and friends will likely know a plumber they will recommend.

As was discussed at the beginning of the article, while plumbing can be an extremely difficult chore for anyone to complete, it becomes significantly easier if you have the right advice and information. Use the advice from this article, and you'll be on your way to doing your own plumbing.