Save Money on Plumbing Repairs

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There is nothing worse than an unexpected home repair expense that could have been avoided.

My dear husband attempted to install a new faucet in our guest bath a couple of months ago. (We always try to do our own repairs to save money on home maintenance). Well, needless to say, it was not done, um, how should I say this… correctly? We discovered a leak under the sink that was just starting to create mold.

Two hours and several phone calls later, a very nice, very prompt and professional plumber was under the sink, repairing the damage poor hubby had done. I am thrilled to have a beautiful new working faucet in the bathroom, and no more mold!

After he completed the sink, this very nice plumber inspected our toilet at no extra charge, to make sure it was flushing properly (he had noticed my daughter’s flushable toddler wipes on the shelf). He gave it an extra thorough plunging, just to be sure that it was in working order.

Before leaving, he gave us some very helpful insight into his profession and how to save money on plumbing repairs:

“Plumbers make the majority of their money on customers who flush too much extra stuff down their toilets”. Huh? What about those nifty flushable wipes? And tampons? And those neat-o new flushable scrubbers?

“Nope. ONLY toilet paper should be flushed, and nothing else.”

By following this simple rule, you will almost never be calling a plumber for toilet related issues. Now, I am not intending to put plumbers out of business, but if I can share this information with my frugal friends, I most certainly will!

*Note: if you are in the DFW area, and need a good plumber, I highly recommend this wonderful person. Email me, and I will gladly give you his name and number. It is a family business, and his rates are very reasonable too!

Comments

  1. Loni says

    Interesting.
    As newlyweds, we lived in a VERY OLD house and we couldn’t flush much at all because of the old plumbing with twists and turns and roots in the pipes.
    When we had friends visit us for the weekend, four people’s toilet paper would have that toilet clogged by Sunday. We had to laugh it happened so often.
    I had a little framed note on the back of the toilet warning all women to throw their tampons in the trash.
    Yes, it’s gross but not as gross as the plumber having to come out and unclog them all over your backyard. Eewww.
    One of the many plumbers who came out also told us to never use Charmin because it really clogs up the pipes.

  2. Alyssa says

    But I love Charmin! And I always have Charmin coupons! sigh…

    I was surprised by his advice since our house was built in 2002. But, he is the expert!

  3. says

    As a last reason to consider a professional plumber, think about the money you will save. The upfront costs may seem high, but when you take your time, trial and error as well as all the tools you need to buy into consideration, you will be surprised by the large amount you saved.

  4. says

    I once had to live in a hotel for 6 months due to old pipes under the house that needed to be replaced. That was a nightmare, so I know how hard it is to maintain your sanity during the entire process. Thanks for sharing!

  5. says

    Plumbers who have been in business any length of time can and will give you references. If they cannot, or will not, then consider looking elsewhere. Talking with past customers is one of the best ways to accurately gage the quality of the plumber’s work.

  6. says

    Interesting information about save money on plumbing but i think if you have not the tools and skills of the plumbing then get the Services of Plumber.This will be very time saving and money saving process for you if you hire a skilled person for plumbing .This blog was very amazing thanks for sharing this informaton.

  7. says

    Interesting information about save money on plumbing but i think if you have not the tools and skills of the plumbing then get the Services of Plumber.This will be very time saving and money saving process for you if you hire a skilled person for plumbing .This blog was very amazing thanks for sharing this information

  8. says

    Thank you for sharing the helpful information with us. I really appreciate your efforts.I will also recommend to blog to my friends who are looking for this type of information.It will be helpful for those who are tired of the expenses on plumbing repairs.

  9. says

    When it comes to home improvement, most property owners tackle one thing at a time and often on different days due to time constraints. Typically, hiring plumbers allows your plumbing to be repaired in one visit, on one day. Instead of taking up your weekend and evening time working on your plumbing, you can spend time doing what is important to you.

  10. says

    Thank you for sharing your experience and the valuable advice provided by the plumber you hired. It’s true, unexpected home repairs can be quite stressful and expensive, especially when they could have been avoided. It’s great to hear that you were able to find a reliable and professional plumber who not only fixed the leak but also gave you some tips on how to prevent similar issues from happening in the future.

    It’s interesting to learn that plumbers make most of their money from customers who flush inappropriate items down their toilets. It’s a common misconception that items like flushable wipes and tampons can be safely flushed, but in reality, they can cause significant damage to the plumbing system and even lead to clogged pipes and backups.

    By following the simple rule of only flushing toilet paper, you can save yourself from costly plumbing repairs and keep your system running smoothly. It’s always helpful to get advice from professionals who know their stuff, and it’s even better when they are willing to share their knowledge with their customers.

    Thank you for recommending your plumber to others in the DFW area. It’s always great to support local businesses, especially when they provide excellent service at reasonable rates. Here’s to avoiding unexpected home repairs and keeping our plumbing systems in tip-top shape!

  11. Susan David says

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