Leaky Pipes? Do-It-Yourself Plumbing Is Not The Answer

When your home or office has a leaky pipe, you may be tempted to repair it yourself. This will generally lead to much bigger problems, and you will still need to call in your plumber. Los Angeles is again going through a drought, so you will want to do a few things while waiting for the plumbing company to arrive to fix the problem completely. Whether you live in Sherman Oaks or Woodland Hills, when one of your water pipes springs a leak, it can get out of control very quickly. This is what you can do while the plumbers at Schuelke Plumbing are on their way.

First, turn off the water at the main valve. Then, open the faucets on the water line. This will relieve the pressure right away. Now you must drain the water from the pipe by opening the faucets or bleed vavles that are located below the leak.

Now wrap a piece of rubber around the leaking joint and apply a stainless-steel hose clamp. Tighten the clamp with a screwdriver or socket wrench. If you don’t have a hose clamp, use another type, such as a C-clamp, to secure the rubber over the leak.

Finally, soak water-activated fiberglass-resin tape (sold in a repair kit that is meant just this purpose) in water, wrap it around the leak and smooth it with gloved hands. Allow it to cure as directed before restoring the water.

Remember that this is just a temporary fix for your leaking pipe. The professionals at Schuelke will completely repair your leaking pipe and give you a complete report on what else needs to be done in regards to your residential or commercial plumbing needs. This will save you time and money in the long run. Call us today to make an appointment.