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Plumbing - FAQ's

Q. Why does my faucet make a clunking noise when I turn it on?
A. 99% of the time there is a loose washer in the faucet that needs replacement.

Q. What could cause my bathroom faucet to drip when the toilet is flushed?
A. There could be a loose washer in the faucet. Constant pressure in the supply line keeps the washer pushed down and when the toilet is flushed, that pressure is relieved and the washer is allowed to move causing a drip.

Q. Our dishwasher doesn’t completely drain itself. Is there something wrong?
A. Some water is supposed to remain after each cycle to keep the heating element from burning up.

Q. When I run my clothes washer, the toilet will bubble or the shower drain will overflow. Why?
A. When the lowest plumbing fixture in the home bubbles or overflows when the washing machine starts to drain, there could be several reasons. The septic tank could be full and needs servicing, there could be a break in the sewer pipe or the main drain is clogged.

Q. What is the main cause of sewer line stoppage?
A. ROOTS. There are products you can use to help stop or slow down roots, but the correct solution is to repair or replace the damaged area.

Q. What makes my water heater rumble?
A. Calcium buildup is the common factor. When cold water runs into hot water from the bottom of the tank an audible noise can be heard.

Q. How can I find out what is in my water?
A. Your local county extension agent can test your water for hardness, chlorine and odor problems.

Q. My toilet periodically empties itself. Why?
A. The toilet may have a clogged vent or no vent at all which causes back siphonage. The air pocket will cause a suction and pull the water out of the toilet and the trap.

Q. What is a PRV?
A. PRV stands for pressure reducing valve. City water systems can have pressure as high as 180 psi. When pressure is above 80 psi, code states that a PRV is to be installed. The installation will reduce the pressure to around 60 to 75 psi. This reduction will allow your appliances and fixtures to function properly and last longer.

Without having a plumber on site to test and evaluate the problem it is sometimes difficult to give the correct answer to a problem. These general questions and answers are speculation to some of the most common issues.