You may have been putting off fixing a drippy faucet because you think it’s too hard, but the repair of a single-lever kitchen faucet is easy and can be accomplished in about an hour. Usually, the hardest step is finding the right replacement parts.
A garburator, known in other parts of the world as a garbage disposal, is a convenient appliance that grinds up food waste into particles that are
small enough to safely pass through your home’s plumbing system. They are extremely useful, and they’re generally pretty durable, but from time to time, problems do pop up. So, what are the signs that you might need garburator repair?
Some garburator problems are more obvious than others. If you are experiencing any of these issues, the unit likely needs to be repaired or replaced. Never ignore these common garburator problems:
In addition, if something went in the disposal that shouldn’t have, such as a cooking utensil, you should not attempt to use it until you have had it repaired.
In many instances, repairing your existing garburator is more cost effective than replacing the entire unit. Unfortunately, sometimes it is better to replace older models. When you trust a professional when you are having problems with your garburator, your technician will let you know whether garburator replacement or repair is your best option.
If you’re considering DIY garburator repair to save yourself a little bit of money, you may want to reconsider. Putting your hands inside a garbage disposal to repair it can be extremely dangerous if you don’t know what you are doing. Accidentally engaging the unit with your hand inside can lead to severe injuries, so this is a job that’s best left to the professionals.
For professional garburator repair in Toronto and the surrounding areas, trust the experts at WaterWorks Plumbing and Drains. Our technicians have the skills and knowledge to repair your garbage disposal quickly and safely, and if we feel that your money would be best spent upgrading to a new garburator, we will get one installed in your home right away. If you’re in need of garburator repair or garburator replacement in Toronto, don’t try tackling this job on your own. Give us a call at (647) 691-0022.
If your basement smells like a sewer, I’m sure you want to take care of it as quickly as possible. The good news is that, unlike many other plumbing projects, eliminating unpleasant odors in the basement is usually pretty simple. The odor has typically has one of five causes, most of which can be corrected fairly quickly.
The most common cause of unpleasant basement odors is a water trap that has dried out due to lack of regular use. The trap may be located under a wash basin, floor drain or laundry tub. When a drain is not used regularly, the water in the trap eventually evaporates, allowing sewer gas to come up the drain into your basement. To fix this problem, simply dump water into the drain to restore the water level in the trap. To keep the water from evaporating so quickly, add a few tablespoons of cooking oil.
Though it’s less common, it’s also possible for the water in a toilet trap to evaporate if the toilet has not been used for an extended period of time. In this instance, simply flushing the toilet will replenish the water and solve the problem.
Check your floor drain to see if the cleanout plug is missing. If it is, sewer gases can bypass the water trap and enter your home. To check, remove the grate covering the opening of the drain, and look for a plug inside the drain bowl. If yours is missing, a replacement can be purchased at any hardware store.
A bad seal between the base of the toilet and the toilet flange can also cause unpleasant odors. If the seal leaks, sewer gas can escape from under the toilet. Solving this problem requires removing the toilet and replacing the ring. If your toilet rocks, placing plastic shims between the toilet base and the floor and caulking the floor joint can help prevent rocking from damaging the replaced wax seal.
Though rare, more serious plumbing problems like broken or cracked sewer lines can also cause sewer smells in the basement. There could also be a loose connection in the ceiling or behind a wall. If the most common problems aren’t causing your issue, more serious plumbing issues may be at hand. Check out all the visible joints in your plumbing, and look for leaks. If you can’t find the leak, or you are unsure how to perform the necessary repair, you may need the help of a professional.
The expert plumbers at WaterWorks Plumbing & Drains can help you get rid of Toronto sewer smells. Whether you need a simple repair or you need help tracking down a leak or finding a cracked sewer pipe, we can help. Give us a call today at (647) 691-0022 for expert plumbing repair in Toronto and the surrounding areas.
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