Milwaukee Plumbing

Milwaukee plumbing and Milwaukee plumbing service covers a wide range of problems and solutions. Many plumbing repairs can be taken care of very quickly, while others may take a more timely approach.

As far as Milwaukee’s overall area, you’ll find many sub communities. This service area covers, Bay View, Bayside, Brookfield, Brown Deer, Butler, Cedarburg, Colgate, Cudahy, Delafield, Eagle, Elm Grove, Fox Point, Franklin, Germantown, Glendale, Grafton, Greendale, Greenfield, Hales Corners, Hartford, Hartland, Hubertus, Jackson, Lannon, Lisbon, Menomenee Falls, Mequon, Merton, Mukwonago, Muskego, New Berlin, Oak Creek, Oconomowoc, Port Washington, Richfield, River Hills, Shorewood, Slinger, South Milwaukee, St. Francis, Stone Bank, Sussex, Wales, Waukesha, Wauwatosa, West Allis, West Bend, West Milwaukee, and Whitefish Bay.

Homes in Milwaukee range in age from 100 years old to newly built. As far as an average age, 40 to 60 years old are most common.

By far the most common Milwaukee plumbing problem is clogged or slow running drains and sewers. Kitchen sinks, garbage disposals, bathroom sinks, toilets, laundry tubs, urinals, sewers, floor drains, bathtubs and showers may clog on you. To repair such a problem will take the need of a drain cleaning machine. These machines come in different sizes and have cables that vary in diameter. The larger the pipe that’s clogged the larger the machine and cable you need to open the drain. Clogged sewers often need the largest machine and cables with the options to cut tree roots from the sewer lateral. These machines also have to be able to remove stoppages 150 feet from the home or business.

Foreign objects that go down the drain, sewer or toilet seem to be the most common cause of clogs. Grease, hair, food, soap and toys can create major problems for the drain system. Regular maintenance done on your drain, sewer and toilets can help avoid these problems. Throwing away grease into a garbage can, rather than putting down the drain will help. Removing hair and lint from a sink or tub before it can enter the drain also can help. Treating drains with safe enzyme drain openers also goes a long way in maintaining open drains. Root foaming products designed to kill roots that infiltrate sewers are a huge help in maintaining a open sewer lateral.

Leaks and drips are very costly and annoying. Old galvanized water and drain lines are very common problem areas. As far as galvanized waterlines in homes will begin to rot or rust out over the years. These pipes can be removed and re piped with new copper or pex piping to eliminate these leaks. Galvanized drains also rot away from years of misuse or from chemicals like Drano. Re piping these drains with PVC can help repair both leaks and areas that frequently clog.

Leaking toilets and faucets can cost Milwaukee home owners hundreds of dollars each year. Toilet leaking can be caused from a worn out ballcock or flapper. If you are experiencing water on your floor or ceiling, I would recommend replacing the wax ring around the base of the toilet. A dripping faucet in the middle of the night can drive you crazy. In many cases, a replacement washer is all it takes to repair it. in some cases, if the faucet or toilet is older, replacement of the fixture is recommended. Low water consumption toilets are also more cost efficient. The money saved on your water billed could easily pay for a new LWC toilet.

Every spring and summer in Milwaukee, we tend to receive a large snow melt or heavy rain storms. These large amounts of water can leave basements flooded. A sump pump can help! This pump, located in your basement crock, receives water that your drain tile catches. When the crock is full, the sump pump turns on and pushes the water outside. We recommend regularly checking your sump pump to make sure it is working, especially before and during storms. Also make sure the crock is cleared of dirt, debris, and even children’s toys. If you are aware of root growth in your sewer, regular sewer cleanings can also help avoid water back-ups in your basement.

Water heaters are so important to any business or home. Most people don’t realize this until they are stuck without hot water. Water heaters can last 10-15 years, and if used properly, as long as 30 years. If you water heater is not sized properly, you may be overusing it, shortening its life-expectancy. A properly sized tank for your family will determine how long it will last and how much hot water output you’ll receive.

You might notice that your hot water is running out more quickly then normal! This is the first sign that your water heater is wearing down. Another sign that your water heater needs to be replaced is water on the floor or around the tank. As the water heater’s tank begins to rust, small cracks will form. These cracks will eventually cause the tank to break. It may be time to call a plumber. If you wait too long, you may end up without hot water at night, on the weekend, or over holidays when emergency service is harder to find and much more expensive!

Water heater come in many sizes and with different warranties. The warranty of your water heater is very important. Not only can it cover broken parts but also who will help you when something goes wrong! Many home repair stores sell water heaters but can”t provide post-sale services when there is a problem. When purchasing a new water heater, keep in mind the Total Cost of Ownership, not just the price of the heater itself.

The plumbing systems in our homes and work places are very important. Being educated on how these fixtures work, can help save you time and money. Check back to our website on a regular basis to learn more helpful hints about other plumbing fixtures you may have in your home! Please visit our Milwaukee Plumbing Website for more information.