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Yes! You should never hire a plumber unless you really need their service, and after you have done everything that is possible to fix the problems in the plumbing system of your house. If you are still not aware of the simple plumbing repairs and maintenance, then you need to read this article first.
Before you even try to fix damage in your plumbing system, you should first determine whether there really is a problem or not. Of course, how would you know how to fix it if you don’t even know what the problem is? Check the grout between the tiles inside your kitchen or bathroom and see whether there are molds and mildews on it. If you can lift a tile on your kitchen, you can also feel surface under it; if the surface feels spongy, then there is really something wrong with the plumbing system.
After you found out that there really is a problem in your plumbing system, the next thing that you need to do is to try and look for the damage. In most cases, the damages that you cannot see with the naked eye are the only damages that would require the service of a plumber. So, that is the only time when you need to hire a plumber, and this is the only time when you need to spend money on them.
If you have extra disposable cash, it would be better if you are going to invest on a pipe wrench. This will be very beneficial for you, and will allow you to fix most of the damages in the plumbing system of your house. You may also need to get yourself a sealant and teflon tape. These are some of the most important tools that you need, and will help you save more money in the long run compared to hiring a plumber every time you experience problems with the plumbing system.
In most cases, the damages that are visible would require you to replace the pipe or the nuts that are connecting the pipes. This is where you need the pipe wrench, and the teflon tape. Keep in mind that hiring a plumber should be your last resort, and should only be done if you have tried all the possible solutions to your problems. There are a lot of things that you can do, and spending money on something that you can do on your own is not a good idea, especially for those who are running on a tight budget.