When it comes to maintaining a septic tank, homeowners are well aware of the need to regularly have the tank pumped. However, there are other things that can be done to maintain the tank. The things you do in your home greatly affect the septic tank, which is why it will help to manage how you use water and be careful of what you put down the drains.
Water Management
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If you smell odors around the base, it may be time to check the caulk. Caulking hides the space between the floor and toilet, and it also prevents odor leaks from gas and sewage, and it also prevents water buildup under the toilet You should be able to replace the toilet caulk yourself without professional help by following these tips.
Prepare to Replace the Caulk
To replace caulk around the toilet base, gather:
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For the most part, all of the inner workings that make a house a functional home are hidden and tucked away so everything is buttoned-up and pretty, including plumbing pipes. While having plumbing pipes hidden within walls, between rafters in the ceiling, or even in the floor means you don't see all that industrial function inside the house, it also means that leaks can sometimes be really hard to detect. Dealing with leaking pipes isn't always about looking for a drip by viewing the pipe itself.
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Wells offer a number of benefits to your home, including better tasting and natural water, but just like the rest of your plumbing system, it can suffer from a variety of issues when the winter months roll around and the temperature ticks below freezing. In order to prevent any damage to your well pump and the connected plumbing, there are a few simple maintenance tasks that you should complete.
Insulation
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The sinks in your bathroom and kitchen are an area of plumbing where you are likely to have problems with leaks. You will want to know how to deal with some of the problems that effect the faucets and drains of your sinks. Here are some of the problems that you may have with leaking sinks and what can be done to fix the problems:
1. Leaks That Are Often Caused by Problems with Water Connections
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