There are many complications that a layman does not understand when it comes to plumbing. Every other day, we can create a possible plumbing situation that might be a little problematic and we would not even know it. Knowledge of these questions at least can save you from that and give you some of the basic of plumbing. These questions are such that most people ask them as they have no clue. Let’s see what these questions are.

Why does the toilet keep running?

This is one of the most irritating problems a person can face in regards to plumbing. Not only does it waste so much water but you can also face problems with flushing. The amount of water wasted in this is actually alarming. This mostly happens if the flapper is not closing and not sealing the flush valve properly. In this case, the solution to this is to get the flapper replaced or else you will keep on facing this very issue. If you do not get the flapper replaced, the water will keep on leaking into the toilet instead and filling the tank causing you the aforementioned problems.

What can one put in their garbage disposal?

Many people think that because blades are going to be used in this process, anything can be thrown into the garbage disposal but that is not it. Only soft things can be broken down by it such as mashed potatoes, cooked carrots or eggs. Hard debris such as coffee grounds and bones will damage the blades. Therefore, the best thing is to make sure you do not put anything hard in the garbage disposal. You can call a professional to help you with it for even better efficiency. It is also always a good idea to run these in water first for an even easier breakdown.

Is it safe to use chemical drain cleaners?

Many people tend to use chemical drain cleaners whenever they have a clog to get rid of. It is important to note that these are extremely toxic substances (even more than your exes). If you look behind them, you will find at least three warning labels. If you have kids or pets in the house then these are even more dangerous to keep. This is also not good for your pipes in the long run and these chemical cleaners deteriorate them from within. Frequent use will result in pipe replacements. Due to this, the best thing is to use enzyme friendly and good bacteria cleaners which are available in the market. If these do not work then call a professional.

Why do we run out of the water so quickly?

There is not one answer to this. The simpler and shorter answer is to; first of all, check your water usage yourself. If there is anything that results in wastage, change that. Get your house checked for leaks and cracks as well and if nothing seems to be the problem, then a professional must be hired to check the mysterious reason carefully.