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Many home repairs can be avoided with proper and routine maintenance and that is certainly true of your home’s plumbing.  Homeowners often neglect maintenance in an attempt to save money or because they simply have lost track of when the last maintenance service took place.  But, routine plumbing maintenance is exceptionally important to avoid problems from growing over time and leading to major plumbing disasters.

Major plumbing disasters tend to be very costly (far more costly than routine maintenance) and can damage other parts of your home. One of the most common plumbing problems that homeowners experience and tend to just ignore is a slow drain.  And, while a slow drain may seem minor, it is actually the symptom of a growing plumbing clog.  If that plumbing clog continues to grow it could become completely clogged and need major repair.  With routine professional plumbing maintenance, your plumber can spot these small things beginning to form and stop them in their tracks so they do not grow out of control.

Additionally, many homeowners overlook the fact that routine plumbing maintenance can actually help save them money on their water bill.  You may have an unknown leak or need a small plumbing repair that can actually lead to major water savings.  And, lastly, replacing your plumbing system is no small expensive.  But, with regular maintenance, you can increase your plumbing lifespan and avoid a costly plumbing system replacement.  While you should always take care of your plumbing and avoiding putting things down the drain that do not belong there, plumbing maintenance is best conducted by an experienced professional who can spot potential problems and make educated recommendations to avoid plumbing damage. Speak to an experienced plumber who can recommend what routine maintenance you might need for your home and get you on a consistent schedule that twill help you avoid potential plumbing problems.