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Plumbing Troubleshooting Guide (Residential)

1. Low Water Pressure
✅ Causes:

Aerators clogged → Unscrew and clean.

Shutoff valve partially closed → Check under sinks.

Pipe corrosion (older homes) → Replace section or entire pipe.

Main pressure issue → Call utility or check pressure regulator.

2. Drain Clogs / Slow Drains
✅ Try:

Plunger → Works for most clogs.

Drain snake or auger → Especially for hair in bathroom sinks/tubs.

Vinegar + baking soda → Temporary fix; follow with hot water.

Check P-trap → Unscrew and clean.

3. Toilet Constantly Running
✅ Check Inside Tank:

Flapper not sealing → Replace.

Fill valve sticking → Clean or replace.

Float level too high → Adjust down.

4. Leaking Pipe or Fitting
✅ Quick Fixes:

Compression fitting leaks → Tighten or replace.

PVC leaks → Cut out and re-glue new section.

Copper leaks → Clean, flux, and re-solder or use SharkBite in a pinch.

5. Water Heater Not Heating
✅ For Electric:

Reset high-limit switch under upper panel.

Check heating elements with multimeter.

6.Replace thermostat if faulty.

✅ For Gas:

Pilot out → Re-light pilot or check ignitor.

Thermocouple/thermopile → Replace if no millivolts present.

Gas valve issue → Test or replace if not opening.