Water is one of the most important resources we have available to us. We drink it, store it, and use it for a variety of different reasons usually involving our hygiene. So when we have leaking sinks or malfunctioning pipes, we notice it almost immediately. Some plumbing problems are an easy fix and can be done by almost anyone, so we like to try and fix every problem instead of calling a plumber about it. However, with a lot of plumbing problems, there's always a point of when you should call the plumber to check it out for you. At the end of the day, they're the experts and they've dealt with these problems before, so there's no harm in calling them when you need it.

Leaking sinks are a seemingly minor inconvenience, but they can cost you. The water wasted through leaks adds up to thousands of gallons per year. Sometimes these leaks are as simple as tightening and reinforcing the pipes, but that's not always the case. It's always best to find a professional to look into it to make sure that you're getting the right problem solved. On the other hand, knowing how to unclog a sink can be slightly easier. You can try a lot of different things from boiling water to a plumber's snake to flush the problem out on your own. And that doesn't do anything, you can check the curve of the p-trap and clean out any excess stuff in there. That's where the problem more than likely lies, so if you can't find a problem there, then it might be time to call someone. But clogged sinks can be an easy fix compared to some of the others you could have.

Another problem involves the porcelain throne itself. Toilets can have numerous problems such as clogging, constantly running, or just not filling back up very quickly. Some of these, like the occasional clogging, can be an easy fix if you have a plunger. Other times a part just needs replacing, such as the handle if flushing is a problem. A lot of these problems are located within the tank, and some be easily fixed if you give it a try. However, there are other problems aren't so cut and dry, like problems with the actual plumbing and pipes. If you have a toilet that is constantly clogged, constantly running, or something similar and you can't find the issue, then it needs to be handled by a local plumber. Luckily for you, the procedure to fix running toilets is very simple if you understand the plumbing so it won't take long once you get a professional to check it.

One of the largest problem that you will ever need a plumber for is a problem with your septic tank. Luckily, these are not very common, but they can be the most concerning. These tanks are designed to hold the recycled water from our showers and baths, dishwashers, loads of laundry, and toilet flushing as well as the waste that may come from each of these. It takes a while to process that waste in the midst of all the water and that's where the problems start to come in. There are a number of warning signs that can signal something is wrong with your septic tank, but not everyone acknowledges them because you don't expect it to have a problem. Whether it's the waste not being filtered correctly and clogging the pipes, or an excess of water causing the tank to leak, there are a number of different problems that may arise. And if your septic tank stops working correctly, it affects all the other systems that use that same water. This makes it the most likely to be considered an emergency plumbing situation. Septic tanks can cause a lot of damage to your yard when they start having problems, so taking care of them quickly is priority. Getting a professional will ensure that you get the problem fixed as efficiently and quickly as possible.