The Ultimate Plumbing Checklist For A Happy Holiday Season
‘Tis the season to be jolly…but there’s nothing like a plumbing snafu to ruin that for you. We hope you find this ultimate plumbing checklist helpful, so you can ensure a happy holiday season free of leaks, clogs, and more.
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Get Your Water Heater Ready
If you’re hosting guests this holiday season, then get ready – your water heater is going to be working overtime. Not only that, but in general, homeowners often use more hot water than normal around any holiday event. You should have your water heater serviced and flushed by a professional prior to your big holiday plans.
Pro tip: Have your guests wait at least 10-15 minutes in between showers to allow your pipes time to clear and hot water to come back.
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Take Care Of Outdoor Plumbing
With the holiday season often comes a change in weather. It’s time to disconnect those hoses and shut off your outdoor water valves. While they’ll probably not ruin your family gathering, it’s still important to do around this time of year. You’ll also want to make sure none of your outdoor faucets are dripping or leaking, as this can cause your water bills to skyrocket.
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Test Guest Toilets
Don’t forget to test the toilets your guests plan on using! A lot of homeowners don’t use their guest bathroom unless they have, well, guests. That being said, if it’s been a while since you’ve gone in there, you should test to make sure your toilet is working properly. While you’re at it, also turn on your faucet to ensure there’s no leaks or other things to be concerned about.
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Snake the Sewer Line
A task that not many homeowners can say is a fun one – snaking the sewer line. Luckily, there are professionals for that! But it’s something that needs to be done. This will help clear a main line stoppage. Over the course of the seasons, debris, tree branches, and other things can cause clogs that you may not notice until you’re in a situation that just plain stinks – no pun intended. Have a professional take care of that for you this holiday season.
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Taking a Christmas Vacation?
If you’re the one leaving town for a long period of time, then you can do some planning to ensure everything is taken care of before you go! For example, you want to make sure you shut off your water valve, drain your faucets, and set your thermostat to around 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit – depending on how long you plan to be gone.
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Schedule Plumbing Inspection
Another way to ensure that you’re good to go with your plumbing this holiday season, is to schedule a professional plumbing inspection. This will allow you to catch any problems early before they cause extensive – and expensive – damage.
Need to Schedule a Plumbing Inspection? Contact the Pros at Freedom Air in Cocoa, FL and Surrounding Areas Today!
A plumbing inspection can help you catch problems you didn’t know you had, such as hidden leaks for example. Call us today at 321-631-6886 or fill out our online form here so a team member can be in touch with you shortly.
