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Piping & Fittings
The basis of your in-home plumbing system is piping and fittings. Pipes originate and end at all fixtures, bringing freshwater in and carrying wastewater away. In addition to simply connecting pipes, fittings can turn corners, branch into multiple directions and even change pipe diameter, depending on the specific needs of the building.
Your Houston Texas plumber can fix any pipe or fitting-related predicament, including the repair, replacement, or installation of new lines. Your plumber can also help you handle plumbing jobs you decide to take on yourself.
Water supply lines are usually made of copper or plastic and are typically 3mm, 2cm or 2.5cm in diameter. Plastic is cheap, easy to place, and gathers no corrosion, but in comparison, rigid copper lasts longer, is sturdier, and does not accumulate minerals. Sewage lines are typically made of pipes ranging in diameter from 4 cm to 10 cm, and are usually constructed of cast iron or plastic, although plastic piping is more popular.
Fittings are made of either plastic or brass. The fitting you will need depends upon the pipe material. Only the correct combination of pipe and fitting materials will ensure they are sealed properly and do not create a problematic chemical reaction.
Plumber Expert Tip
Ask your Houston Texas Plumber to inspect your water supply pipes and drainpipes. Cracked or broken pipes can cause leaks or floods.
Many pipe-related problems fall into a few basic categories.
If you're having trouble with a leaking section of a pipe, it can easily be replaced with a new section. While replacing a pipe, you might find it difficult to attach the pipe to the existing fitting. This may be the time to contact your Houston Texas Plumber for help. Alternatively, you may decide to wrap the leaking section with waterproof tape, which will provide you with a temporary solution for the problem.
Pipe sweating is an additional problem you may encounter. When humidity is high, drops of condensation will form on the pipe if the water inside the pipe is colder than the air outside. Self-adhesive tape can be used to insulate the pipe and this will help control this problem. Before placing the tape, wipe the pipes, and then ensure that the tape covers both the pipe and the fittings adequately.
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