Know The Role Of Maintaining Quality Plumbing
Good plumbing ensures there is clean water that is fit for human consumption. Inadequate and polluted water can also cause a number of health problems including serious diarrheal diseases.
Another key area where defaulting is likely to happen is in the drainage system where a proper system for discharging wastewater and solid waste has to be in place. Failure to do these will render places unhygienic due to water stagnation.
Leaks and dampness can lead to mould growth, posing health risks, especially for allergy and respiratory patients. Proper water pipe installation in walls and roofs prevents leaks, reducing the risk of dampness and mould.
Schedule a calendar for routine inspections, making it if possible, once per year. A professional plumber can assist well as they can examine every inch of all piping within a house and anything leading to leaks or corrosion before they go unnoticed.
This is especially important when depending on a private water supply as the quality of the water must be known. You may also purchase water quality testing kits or employ such services to look for impurities.
Minor dripping or leakage can cause water damage, mould aversion, and increase utility bills. Minor leaks and water wastage must be rectified as quickly as possible as it is difficult for people to maintain a healthy home environment.
For tough buildup maintenance, an effective home remedy is using a combination of vinegar and baking soda. To avoid blockage, keep the toilets clean as much as possible.
Thermal insulation of the pipes is very important especially during the winter season in prone winter areas to avoid bursting of pipes.
With time, defects such as bursts and leakages can occur because of the excessive pressure exerted on the plumbing system. To avoid such situations, it is important to initialise a system at the right water pressure.
Gurmit Singh Arora, National President, Indian Plumbing Association