The DIY mentality is here to stay. With information at our finger tips we can proclaim ourselves to be experts at anything with a few clicks. Almost any kind of home repair solution can be found online, and when budgets are tight you are careful with every dollar spent. The question we’re asking: is the risk really worth it when it comes to plumbing?

What Could Go Wrong with DIY Plumbing?

Plumbing is a precise trade that requires practitioners to go through a long apprenticeship in order to obtain a license. When you don’t fully understand all facets of the job, a minor misstep can turn into thousands of dollars in damage. In fact, did you know that most insurance coverage will not apply if you do the work yourself, as opposed to hiring a professional?

Hy-Mark Home Comfort is here to help. We have outlined steps homeowners can take for the most common plumbing mishaps.

Drain Clogs

First and most importantly, do not use any chemicals. The most effective approach is to fill your sink (if you have a dual or double sink, fill both sides) with hot water and pull the plug(s) to let the hot water run through all your pipes and release the blockage.

Wet Spots on your Ceiling

When you notice a wet spot on your ceiling, the first thing you need to ask yourself is ‘what was I just doing?’. Was I using the toilet, taking a shower, having a bath? These answers will help identify if this is a water related issue. If the answer to any of these questions is yes, immediately stop using that fixture. The next question to ask is ‘can this wait until tomorrow?’. The reason to consider this is because you are likely noticing this spot in the evening. Having a plumbing technician come for an after-hours inspection will likely come with an after-hours emergency fee. We recommend watching the wet spot over the next 30 minutes to see if it grows. If yes, call Hy-Mark Home Comfort immediately to reach one of our emergency plumbing technicians. Otherwise, make a service appointment for the next day. This will ensure a solution is found, but at the most affordable price.