Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Plumbing Fixtures

A plumbing problem that isn’t addressed quickly can soon turn into extensive and costly damage in your home. Your home’s plumbing has ways of showing you that it’s time for an upgrade, and when these signs are ignored, they can lead to severe problems. While some of these signs can be very simple and straightforward, others indicate more complex problems that often require the help of a professional plumber.

At Murphy’s Plumbing, we believe in giving our customers the tools and resources necessary to detect and prevent serious plumbing problems from occurring. To help you detect problems before they become serious, here are the top signs it’s time to upgrade your plumbing fixtures.

Clogs and Slow Drains

The top sign that it’s time to replace a plumbing fixture is if you’re experiencing consistent drain issues. Slow draining and complete clogs indicate that there may be issues in your plumbing system. If you are able to clear to the problem and it doesn’t return, it may have been an isolated issue. However, if you notice consistent draining issues, such as slow draining or complete blockages, it may be a sign of something else.

Consistent issues may mean a permanent obstruction or a buildup of debris that can’t be cleared with traditional methods. Degraded pipes or pipes that have obstructions may need to be completely replaced in order to fix the issue. Luckily, the team at Murphy’s Plumbing has the skills and experience to replace your pipes in no time.

Leaks

Leaking pipes are a sign that you need to replace your plumbing as soon as possible. Cracks in your pipes, even if they’re small, can lead to costly damage if not addressed immediately. In addition to potentially widening into a more severe crack, the presence of one visible crack may also indicate there are more cracks that you cannot see somewhere else in your plumbing system.

Leaks, whether in your faucet or internal plumbing, are one of the biggest plumbing issues that homeowners have. They’re also difficult to detect if they aren’t out in the open. We recommend regular service checkups to ensure there are no cracks in your plumbing. With regular inspections, you can resolve plumbing issues quickly and efficiently.

Odours

We all experience an occasional bad odour in our plumbing fixtures, but if the odour isn’t going away after using traditional remedies, it may be a sign of a more serious problem. If you notice a bad odour somewhere other than your kitchen plumbing, it’s an indication of mould and stagnant water.

Mould can cause serious health concerns for you and your family, and if not treated, can spread to other areas of your home. Regularly check behind appliances and under cabinets throughout your home for signs of standing water or bad odours. If you notice a smell that isn’t quite right, call the team at Murphy’s Plumbing immediately.

Sounds

Finally, you may experience strange sounds coming from your plumbing. If you notice a loud sound at the surface of your drains, it may be a sign that your pipes are backing up. Similar to a clogged drain, backed up drains can actually reverse the flow of water, which can cause severe damage to your home.

Murphy’s Plumbing

These are just a few of the most common signs that it’s time to replace your plumbing. If you experience any of these issues, be sure to contact the team at Murphy’s Plumbing. We will perform a full inspection and replace your plumbing if necessary, meaning you won’t have to worry about any additional plumbing issues for years to come.

For more information on our plumbing services, contact the team of experts at Murphy’s Plumbing.