Category: Residential

Picture this: you turn on the taps in your home and the crystal clear water that you’re used to is suddenly discoloured. Or, maybe the tap water that otherwise tastes fine suddenly has a strong metallic taste to it. These are some warning signs that there is rust leaking into your water. While this isn’t an immediate life-threatening issue, you still need to act fast and contact a local plumber to prevent further potential corrosion of your pipes.

Determine The Source

If you see signs of rust in your water supply, it may not necessarily be from your pipes. The cause of the rust could also be your water heater, or in some cases from the public water supply. To test and try to determine the source, run cold water in the sink where you originally found signs of rust in the water. Fill a glass with cold water, and then let the cold water run for several moments after the glass is full, and take another sample. Then, take a sample of hot water.

If the first glass shows signs of rust and the second glass does not, it is likely that the rust is somewhere in the plumbing system in your home. If the hot water has signs of rust in it, the rust is likely building up in your water heater.

Replacement of The Problem

If the cause of the rust is rusty pipes within your home, those pipes will need to be replaced. Once corrosion appears in one section of pipes in your home, it is a sign that there are likely other areas that are corroding that you have not noticed yet. A licensed plumber will be able to assess and determine a plan to fix your home plumbing.

If the issue is your water heater, replacement is also the best option. Water heaters do not last forever, and when they get old they begin to rust and break down. Typically once the process of corrosion begins it will only continue to get worse until your water heater fails completely.

Call A Local Plumber

At the first sign of rust in your pipes, find a good local plumber and have their number nearby. Corroding pipes and a rusty water heater can become more serious issues if left alone. At Wellbrook Plumbing, our team of licensed Niagara plumbers will complete a full-home inspection to determine the cause of the issue, and the best course of action to fix it. To book a consultation, call our team or click below.

When your feet begin to have their own bath during your shower, you know you’re experiencing some serious drainage issues. Typically, the reason your sink or tub is draining slowly is due to an accumulation of build-up, causing a clogged drain.

Brushing your hair over the sink, multiple toothpaste rinses, soap, and overall a whole lot of grease and grime are all potential causes of a nearly flooded countertop.

How long does it take your sink to fully drain? As soon as you notice that a drain is not functioning quite right, take immediate action to get the drain cleared in order to avoid more serious issues.

Should I Clear A Clogged Drain Myself?

Calling a licensed plumbing professional is your best option to fix the issue quickly, completely, and professionally. There are a few do-it-yourself tips that can help ease the problem before a professional arrives.

Remove the tub stopper and use a pair of needle nose pliers to remove any form of build-up. Try bending a clothes hanger in a straight line, adding a small curved hooked shape at the end. This should significantly assist in catching the hair and gunk that is most often the cause of your slow drain. Additionally, run the tap with hot water, which can help clear the drain completely.

If you attempt these tricks and the problem persists, your drainage issue may be more serious than a few tangled hair clumps. Call a professional licensed plumber to address the issue.

A Slow Drain Can Mean Serious Problems

Other possibilities of slow drainage include:

• Old piping deteriorating from within
• Debris or objects that have gone down the drain and is stuck in a pipe
• Issues with your main drain line (commonly a result of intruding roots)

The above causes can lead to more serious and escalated issues, such as major interior damage to your home. Fixing these issues by yourself can get extremely expensive if done incorrectly, and can cause unnecessary stress on your life.

It is recommended that you get in contact with a licensed plumbing professional if you have experienced any of the above causes. At Wellbrook Plumbing, we offer reasonably priced in-home consultations where one of our licensed plumbers will arrive at your home to conduct an in-person assessment of the issue. Call Wellbrook Plumbing, a trusted Niagara plumbing company, to fix your slow drain today.

Any homeowner dreads the feeling of getting into the shower only to find that the water pressure is much lower than usual. This inconvenience can be annoying, but the good news is that it is an annoyance that can be fixed! The first step is to assess the issue and determine what the problem is, and then you can find the best course of action to resolve it.

Blocked Showerhead

One of the most common causes of low water pressure in the shower is a clogged or blocked showerhead. To determine if this is the case, simply unscrew your showerhead from the wall and inspect it closely. If it looks dirty and clogged, you can soak the head in a cleaning solution for a short period of time and clean the nozzles using a brush (an old toothbrush works well for this). Once clean, screw the showerhead back onto the wall and turn the shower back on again to determine if this solved the problem.

Leaking Pipes

Another, more serious, reason for low water pressure can be a leaking pipe. If you have a leak in your plumbing system, it can cause noticeably low water pressure. Depending on the location and severity of the leak, it can sometimes be obvious that it is the cause of the water pressure. Once you have found the leak, call a local plumber to fix the issue for you.

However, it isn’t always easy to determine whether there is a leak. If you can’t determine where the leak is, call a local plumber to inspect your entire home plumbing system to find out if there is a leak or a potentially more serious issue that is causing the low water pressure.

Calling a Niagara Plumber

Any issues in your plumbing system, including low water pressure, can be serious if left for too long. If you notice a drop in water pressure, call a local plumber as soon as possible. A local Niagara plumber can help you determine the issue and get it fixed quickly. If the problem is a leaking or broken pipe, leaving the issue for too long can cause damage in your home.

For shower plumbing installations, shower plumbing service, and full-home inspections, call Wellbrook Plumbing today or click below.

Dishwashers are an incredibly convenient appliance, but only when they are installed and working correctly. When a dishwasher is installed incorrectly it can turn your dream appliance into a kitchen nightmare. How do you make sure this doesn’t happen? Call a trusted plumber to have them complete the installation.

Plumbing Installations Are Complex

Installing a dishwasher can be a very complex job. There are codes and regulations that must be followed and the dishwasher must be hooked up correctly to both water and electricity to work properly. Installations done wrong can result in leaking, which not only wastes water and creates a sky-high bill, but can also result in serious water damage and expensive repairs.

Get The Job Done Correctly

When you hire a licensed Niagara plumber to install your dishwasher, you can rely on them to get the job done correctly the first time. In the event that you install the dishwasher yourself and something goes wrong, you will have to find a local plumbing company to complete the necessary repairs as well as install the dishwasher correctly.

In the event that a licensed plumber installs your dishwasher and there are any complications or issues that result in necessary repairs, some plumbing companies will take care of those repairs without an additional cost to you. Do your research before hiring a Niagara plumber, and ensure you are working with a company who offers a guarantee or warranty on their completed work.

Dishwasher Troubleshooting

If your dishwasher is already installed and you are experiencing issues, there are some common signs that indicate it is time to call a plumber. The most obvious signal is any visible leaking from the dishwasher. If you notice water outside the dishwasher while it is running, turn the dishwasher off immediately and call a local Niagara plumber to take a look.

Some signs aren’t as obvious. The most common sign is that dishes are not coming out of the dishwasher as clean as they previously did. When this happens, it is usually due to a clogged or kinked supply line or drain line. When the water supply line is blocked, the dishwasher is likely not getting the water necessary to clean the dishes. When the drain line gets clogged, usually with food not scraped or rinsed from dishes, the dirty dishwasher can remain trapped inside, making it nearly impossible to get dishes clean.

Call a Trusted Niagara Plumber

If you are looking to install a new dishwasher, or notice any signs that your dishwasher needs to be repaired, contact Wellbrook Plumbing. Wellbrook Plumbing has the expertise to get the job done right, and we also offer a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee with our 1-year warranty.

Get in touch with Wellbrook Plumbing today by calling (289) 686-4695