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Top Plumbing Tips & Tricks to Keep Your Home Running Smoothly

Six maintenance habits that prevent expensive plumbing emergencies.

By Phoenix Plumbing Co. · Updated September 2, 2024

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These are the same habits Phoenix Plumbing Co. preaches to every customer, in the order we'd rank them.

1. Flush your water heater once a year. 30 minutes of work, doubles the life of the unit.

2. Know where your main shutoff is. When a pipe bursts, every second counts.

3. Don't pour grease down the drain. Ever. It hardens like concrete in your pipes.

4. Test your water pressure once a year — should be 50–75 PSI. Over 80 PSI shortens fixture life.

5. Check under sinks monthly for any moisture or staining. If your bill jumps, read common plumbing leaks to check before you call anyone.

6. Schedule a 40-point plumbing inspection once a year — catches small leaks before they're big problems.

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