Whether you have been living in your current home for decades or planning to move into your dream house, it is crucial to ensure everything is in tip-top condition so you can be comfortable. Older homes have plumbing complications that become more pronounced with time, resulting in expensive repairs and replacements. With all the recent advancements in the plumbing industry, work with a reputable plumber to help you make vital upgrades to outdated components for enhanced efficiency and function.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing is a professional plumbing service that can help you detect potentially failing or damaged parts before they wreak havoc on your premises. We account for essential factors like the rate of deterioration and the needs of your household to help you address common plumbing problems in your old house. Here are some issues to look out for that require the intervention of a professional plumber.
Houses over three decades old usually have outdated piping material that is defective today. The situation is worse for homes built in the 1920s because the piping material used was lead, which was banned in 1986. Luckily, many homes from this era no longer rely on lead pipes as most of them switched to galvanized steel in the 1960s, and the trend became popular up to the 1970s before plastic pipes came into the scene. The plastic used to make these pipes reacted with the chemicals used in municipal water systems, causing them to crack and break down easily. Fortunately, we provide exceptional repiping services and can help you upgrade to durable PEX piping that’s more durable.
Plumbing lines run underneath your home, and over time they can slope as it shifts and settles. This restricts the efficient flow of water, resulting in clogs and leaks, which is worse with sewer and drain lines. Bellied pipes are also the major cause of slab leaks, compromising the structural integrity and the safety of your building. If you frequently call a plumbing service to repair backups and address foul odors or slow drains, you need to hire a plumber immediately to check for leaks.
While sewer lines are out of sight, scheduling routine inspections with a trusted plumbing service should never skip your mind. Aside from bellied pipes, there are many challenges your system will face the older it gets. This may include clogs, debris buildup in your pipes, and root intrusion, especially if hairline cracks are along the pipe lining. We leverage state-of-the-art equipment to conduct comprehensive inspections and trenchless pipe repair and replacement, ensuring your sewer system is in optimal condition.
Old plumbing fixtures and connections risk failing, leaking, and flooding caused by limescale buildup. When we conduct routine maintenance checks, our expert plumber ensures all the components and fixtures are in working condition and detects signs of deterioration that usually go undetected.
If you suspect a decline in efficiency and function in your plumbing system, contact us at Mr. Rooter Plumbing and schedule a consultation with our highly experienced plumbing service providers.