In honor of Spooky Season, we’ve rounded up some of the scariest plumbing problems your home can produce. From things that go bump in the night to deadly smells and everything in between, here are seven issues to look out for. Go ahead and read—if you dare…
- Burst Pipes. A burst pipe is the stuff of nightmares for homeowners everywhere and can cause serious damage if it isn’t fixed as soon as possible. The best course of action is to turn off the water valve if you can, and then have a plumber come out to fix the pipe right away.
- Scary Smells. If one or more of your drains smell like the night of the living dead, there’s a pretty good chance that you have a clogged pipe somewhere. It’s best to call in a professional to assess the situation, locate the source, and fix it.
- Screaming Pipes. There’s nothing more goulish than the piercing sound of a screaming pipe when you turn on a faucet. Not to worry, though, the sound isn’t a rogue spirit, but more likely a valve pressure problem that a plumber can easily adjust.
- Pumpkin Problems. Carving a jack-o-lantern is all in good fun—until its innards cause a clog. Between the seeds, stringy fibers and carved chunks, pumpkins can pose a major issue for garbage disposals. You can stop a clog before it happens by throwing your pumpkin parts directly into the trash, but if it’s already too late, call in a professional to help you get your disposal running smoothly again.
- Toilet Clogs. If your resident mummy’s wrappings are known to clog your toilet, be sure to have an auger on hand to clear the pipes. Generally speaking, a clog is easy to fix on your own, but if multiple drains or toilets in your house are blocked, it’s definitely time to call in a professional; this could indicate a larger issue in the form of a clogged main line or sewer.
- Phantom Water Sounds. When you hear water in your pipes, but all of your faucets are off, it’s probably not ghostly activity, but a leak in your plumbing. It’s best to give your plumber a call to come out and locate the source of the noise.
- A Broken Sump Pump. Nothing makes a home for the Swamp Thing faster than a broken sump pump in a rainstorm. You can avoid inadvertently turning your basement into a horror movie set by performing regular maintenance checks on your sump pump. If something isn’t right and you aren’t sure how to fix it, be sure to call in a professional to have a look.
At Faulstick Plumbing, we specialize in installs, repairs, and inspections for all of your well, water, and plumbing needs. Our family-owned and operated business has built a reputation as the best-doing things the right way with the customer in mind, every time. Give us a call at 570-992-0447 to discuss your needs today.
