Wednesday, July 17, 2013

DIY Plumbing Projects You Are Better Off Leaving To A Professional Plumber

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People are more confident than ever before about tackling do-it-yourself projects. With all the DIY information that is available on the internet, in magazines and on television, people really do feel that they can tackle just about any home repair. However, that isn't always the case.Some DIY jobs are better left to the professionals. This is especially true when it concerns a home's plumbing system. Plumbing problems can be the most complicated job to perform. Below are the five plumbing projects that should always be left to a professional.

One project that should never be done by the amateur handyman is dishwasher installation. While this repair may seem like it should be as easy as hooking up a washing machine, it is actually a pretty complex job. What makes it so complex is that copper piping often has to be cut and welded so that it fits around the cabinets. If there is a kink in the water supply line or the drainage line, then this can cause serious problems. Another thing that makes this a complex installation is that the cabinetry and counters have to be cut exactly to ensure that the dishwasher fits properly.

Another project that should only be done by professionals is gas water heater installation and repair. The fittings to a gas water heater need to be really tight and the copper pipes leading into the tank need to be welded properly. If any of these aren't done correctly, then there can be disastrous consequences.

Replacing sewer pipes is also a project that should never be done by an amateur. Not only do the removal and replacement of sewer lines require special permits, but they are also complicated systems that require them to be installed exactly right. Couple this with the fact that heavy equipment is going to have to be used to dig out these pipes, and it is easy to see why it should only be done by a professional.

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