AFFORDABLE PLUMBING SERVICE IN Gilbert, AZ

What Are the Most Common Plumbing Issues in Gilbert?

Your plumbing system was never meant to last forever regardless of your neighborhood in Gilbert. From Power Ranch, one of the largest, to Lyon’s Gate near the University and Airport, Gilbert neighborhoods experience various plumbing issues. We have seen them all – and the experience has honed our plumbing skills.

Here are some common plumbing issues in Gilbert:

Low Water Pressure

If you turn on your faucet and notice a weak flow of water, there could be a major leak outside your house. But you may have to ask if your neighbors are experiencing the same problem before you call our professional plumbers.

You may also want to check your faucet aerators for mineral deposits. Mineral deposits tend to accumulate on the aerators as a result of Gilbert’s hard water, blocking them and creating low water pressures in the pipes. Our professional plumbers in Gilbert will know exactly what to do.

Dripping Faucets

If low water pressure doesn’t give you sleepless nights, the sound of a dripping faucet in the middle of the night certainly will. It grates on your nerves and the thought of abnormally high water bills will drive away all sleep.

Your faucet is likely to drip due to corroded valve seals, improperly installed washers or o-rings, or various loose parts, all of which result more often from hard water like that in Gilbert. Turn off the water from the main valve to silence the irritating sounds and call our plumbers first thing in the morning.

Running Toilets

Homeowners in Gilbert neighborhoods, including Val Vista Lakes, the most desirable neighborhood, have grappled with running toilets at one time or another. Like the dripping faucet, a running toilet produces nerve-grating audio certain to give you sleepless nights. You will also be looking at hundreds of gallons of water gone to waste if you don’t get it fixed as soon as possible.

Your toilet runs continuously because the parts inside its tank have malfunctioned. For example, the fill valve may not be shutting off completely when the tank is full, or the chain connecting the handle to the flapper is too short or too long. The flapper itself may also be damaged such that it no longer provides a perfect seal. The good news is that our professional plumbers in Gilbert will fix it immediately.

Stopped or Slow-Draining Sinks

Slow-draining or stopped sinks are a common plumbing issue in Gilbert, as it is in other cities. There are possible reasons for this: a clogged trap, a clogged drain, or both. The trap, installed under the sink, catches hair and other debris from the water flowing down the drain, preventing them from clogging the drain. Too much of the debris will clog the trap, slowing down sink drainage. If you clean the trap, but the problem still persists, you will need the services of our plumbers in Gilbert to diagnose the issue.

Slow drains are made significantly worse by the build-up of minerals on the insides of your pipes, which is a common symptom in Gilbert because of the hard water.

Clogged Pipes

Drainage pipes will get clogged due to age and usage. With time, chemical deposits accumulate on the inside of pipes, making them narrower, especially in areas like Gilbert with hard water. Also, the solid matter often finds a way into the depths of your plumbing system and blocks them. Old piping, especially in historical neighborhoods such as Heritage District, also breaks, allowing soil and other matter into their interior. Our professional plumbers in Gilbert will identify the problematic sections of the drainage and undertake corrective measures.

How Does the Water in Gilbert Affect Your Plumbing?

The water flowing through your taps comes from three sources: the Central Arizona Project (CAP), the Salt River Project (SRP), and groundwater. The quality of this water is beyond doubt, thanks to the Town of Gilbert Water Quality that conducts up to 100 quality tests to ensure it meets state and federal standards.

When it comes to the water hardness (the concentration of calcium carbonate in the water), homeowners in Gilbert use moderately hard water of about 171 mg/L.

Moderately hard water isn’t a health problem to homeowners, but it causes various plumbing issues over time. It leads to the accumulation of limescale in faucets, pipes, and sinks, slowing down your drains. You may have to engage the services of our professional plumbers to conduct regular inspections to prevent major plumbing problems that occur when the limescale blocks your pipes completely.

How Much Does Plumbing Usually Cost in Gilbert?

The first thing on your mind when you are calling our plumbers is how much they are likely to charge you. Most plumbing repairs in the area cost between $150 and $750. A few factors will come into play to determine the total costs of your plumbing project. They include the following:

Replacement Parts

Our plumber will factor in the cost of all the replacement parts needed for your plumbing repairs. You will pay more if our plumber needs to replace your sinks, faucets, and sections of the piping. But if they only have a valve to replace, you won’t pay as much.

Nature of Repairs

Don’t expect to pay the base rate if our plumber has to overhaul the entire plumbing system for a more long-lasting solution to your incessant plumbing problems. Digging up and replacing old pipes, replacing all faucets and sinks in your home, and clearing drains will attract higher charges compared to just tightening a screw and leaving.

Emergencies

Plumbing emergencies do occur, sometimes in the middle of the night. A burst toilet pipe flooding the bathroom floor with a steady gush of water cannot wait until morning – unless you have no problem paying huge bills at the end of the month. Our plumber coming in to save the situation will have to charge more since it would be considered overtime.

Can Better Plumbing Save You Money in Gilbert?

It’s natural for anyone to try to strike a balance between quality and cost. The biggest blunder you can ever make with your plumbing is sacrificing quality at the altar of price. Cheaper plumbing services may save you money at the moment, but may later become more costly. This is because poor workmanship translates to poor repairs that cause emergencies down the line.

This is not to say that better plumbing is necessarily expensive, but quality replacement parts and the expertise needed for a perfect job will always come at a cost. However, it’s more cost-effective in the long run because you won’t be needing the same repairs any time soon.

Regardless of the simplicity of the plumbing repairs you need in your home, you should always go for experienced and professional plumbers like Mr. Blue Plumbing. We use little time to identify plumbing faults, unlike our inexperienced counterparts who may want to rely on guesswork. Also, our professional plumbers will hardly go wrong when it comes to cost estimates, thus, saving you time and the inconveniences of inaccurate budgeting.

When Should You Call the Water Utility Company in Gilbert vs Hire a Plumber?

When confronted with a plumbing issue, you may wonder whether to call the Town of Gilbert water service or our professional plumbers. While some cases will be easier to decide, such as dripping faucets, some can be quite confusing.

Essentially, any plumbing issue within your house will need the services of our professional plumbers. A leaking pipe, running toilet, and faulty taps are a few plumbing issues that need the attention of our plumbers. It’s the same case for other critical issues such as low water pressure, which will require our plumbers to check the piping to see if they have been clogged.

If you see water seeping out of the mainline, and onto the street, call Gilbert’s water service immediately. It means the mainline has cracks, and contaminants may get into your water through them. Also, if you experience low water pressure, yet the plumbing in your home is in tip-top shape, you may also need to contact the water utility company.

If you aren’t too sure who to call, turn to our experienced plumbers and ask for advice. They will let you know if the plumbing issue at hand lies within their scope. You could also call the water company for information.

When Do You Need Permits for Plumbing Service in Gilbert?

Before you embark on any plumbing repairs, you need to be sure you’re compliant with all the plumbing codes and regulations of Gilbert. You don’t want to solve one problem and create another in the process. You need to obtain plumbing permits for the following:

• Replacing or repairing pipes concealed in the walls or underground
• Changing your water heating systems
• Overhauling your entire plumbing system

You may not need any licensing for minor plumbing issues such as faucet replacement or unblocking a clogged drain.

But you may not be too sure whether a particular plumbing task requires a permit. You can contact our plumbers, who are in a better position to tell when permits are needed and can procure them for you. You may also contact the Town of Gilbert for any information regarding the codes and requirements for any plumbing issue.

Permits ensure safe and secure plumbing practices. You would only be risking your life and those of your family members if you don’t apply for permits for the appropriate plumbing jobs. The other risks you may face include legal action which may attract heavy fines and your home becoming impossible to sell in the future.