Simple Plumbing Repairs That You Can Do Yourself

A lot of DIY articles in Australia are frowned upon, after all, they teach individuals to do things by themselves and keep experts out of business. However, come tothink of it; why should a plumbing professional overcharge you for something that you can achieve results in minutes? Plumbing repair has produced a buzz both in online and offline platforms, and many experts believe that its time Australian homeowners are equipped with fundamental plumbing abilities, such that they do not always have to call plumbing technicians when they are in emergency scenarios that they can manage without the aid of an expert plumbing technician.

Depending upon how passionate you are about Do It Yourself jobs, you can achieve both major and minor plumbing repair work as long as you have the right tools in your tool kit. By doing some of these fixes, you will save lots of cash that you would have spent paying for emergency plumbing professionals, who in most cases exaggerate their services, providing a golden opportunity to overcharge clients.

The following are some tools that you should own:

- 2 plungers

- A screwdriver

- A set of pliers

- A utility knife

- An adjustable wrench

- A caulking gun and,

- A plumbing tape

If you do not have all or any of the above, please buy them from your closest store, or order them from reliable online vendors. They will assist you in doing numerous plumbing repairs including;

Fixing a clogged drain

It is essential to understand ways to repair a clogged up drain as much as you understand ways to avoid it. A clogged drain can be damaging and can develop countless inconveniences, not forgetting the horrible smell that comes along with it. It is prudent to repair your stopped up drain before your house becomes a no-go zone. Luckily, this is something that you can do on your own.



To prevent clogging the drain, set up hair catchers in bathroom drains pipes, avoid dropping food particles in kitchen drains, and most importantly, keep the drain clean using various natural solvents such as vinegar and baking soda repeatedly.

You can put warm water down your drain, use a coat hanger or send a couple of millipedes to clear the debris triggering the clogging. In most cases, nevertheless, a clogged up drain is caused by plumbing vents, which must be repaired by expert plumbing professionals. Conversely, if you discover that debris has blocked the drain pipes and not the plumbing vent, use a cable auger or a sink plunger to repair it.

Running toilet

In most cases, a running toilet is brought on by a faulty floater switch or stop valve. If you do not believe in yourself, or you are not a Do It Yourself diehard, you can jerk the handle to stop your running toilet, which will momentarily resolve the issue until help arrives. Nevertheless, if you are not afraid to dip your hands in toilet water, which many people perceive as filthy, repair the whole assembly, and you can treat yourself with a bottle of champagne knowing that the problem is solved once and for all.

Setting up a toilet

Honestly, you do not need to   invest a fortune to set up a toilet. It is as easy as ABC. Many plumbers will come to your home and expound to you how Australian toilets are hard to set up, and how complex your bathroom is; hence making you believe that you ought to pay a lot for the service. To make sure a smooth installation, consider a dual flush toilet. With it, you will have the ability to update your existing one all by yourself quickly. Make certain you comprehend and follow the manufacturer's guidelines to the letter. Additionally, use quality sealants to warrant that your toilet doesn't leak in future.

Other plumbing repairs that you can do by yourself are;

- Waste disposal unit repair

- Sump pump repair

- Caulking showers and tubs

- Upgrading and setting up showerheads

- Changing kitchen sinks

- Installing and fixing bathroom or kitchen faucets