Know When to Call a Professional Plumber

Some home plumbing projects can be carried out by the average homeowner with a few basic plumbing tools and a little know how. However, it's vitally important that you are able to recognize when a plumbing job is beyond your own capabilities and a call to a Loveland plumbing professional is necessary. Attempting complicated plumbing jobs is often a disaster just waiting to happen, and it is possible that you could actually worsen the problem rather than fix it, meaning the final repair cost is much higher. Unless you are a qualified plumber Loveland, the following jobs are generally best left to the professionals.

• Making Significant Home Modifications - All buildings need to conform to the Colorado State building code, and anytime you make significant changes to your home, it is likely that you'll need a permit to do so. If it's something related to your plumbing system or a plumbing fixture, it's always advisable to contact several Loveland plumbers, before settling on one that you can trust. They will have extensive knowledge of the building code and will be able to sort out any legal issues involved.
• Jobs Involving Gas - You don't need us to tell you that gas can be extremely dangerous. You should never fiddle around with a gas boiler or water heater on your own if you haven't been trained to do so. Whether you are experiencing problems with an appliance that uses gas as a fuel source, or you believe you have a gas leak, get on the phone to a professional plumber straight away.
• Main Sewer Line is Damaged - If the main sewer line running into your home becomes damaged, it is possible that sewage could back up into your home, spilling out of drains, toilets or showers. This is not a quick fix, and requires the use of specialist equipment, the type that the average homeowner doesn't possess. Depending on the severity of the damage to the sewer line, it could even be possible that it will need to be replaced.
• Installation of Plumbing Fixtures - You think you could install a new toilet on your own? Or perhaps a water heater? Trust us, it isn't that simple. If plumbing fixtures aren't installed correctly, you could face a whole load of problems further down the line that can cost significant amounts to fix. All qualified Loveland plumbing contractors had to complete formal training courses to learn how to carry these installations. What makes you think you can just wing it?
• Basement Waterproofing - If you spot moisture in your basement, forget trying to save a few dollars by dealing with the problem yourself; call in a plumber right away. Moisture in the basement can be a sign of damage to your home's foundation and if not dealt with quickly, serious damage could be done that would cost thousands to fix. Not to mention potential mold growth, which can affect the health of anyone living in the property, especially young children and seniors.
• Replacing Shower Valves - This is one of the plumbing jobs that is commonly attempted by the DIYer and is usually something they regret later on. Firstly, shower valves are very specific in their design and you have to ensure that you buy exactly the right type of valve for the job. Secondly, when replacing the valve, it's relatively easy to damage the shower walls, which are costly to repair or replace. Why take the risk if you don't know what you are doing? An experienced plumber will likely have replaced dozens of shower valves, if not more, and can get the job done without the risk of further damage being caused.

Loveland Water Pros is proud to serve the entire Loveland area and surrounding communities, and our team of professionals is able to handle all of the work described above and more. For a free consultation or to receive a no hassle quote, give us a call today.

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