{"id":7454,"date":"2022-12-19T10:27:50","date_gmt":"2022-12-19T15:27:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stevehuffplumbing.com\/?p=7454"},"modified":"2023-07-11T10:19:09","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T14:19:09","slug":"4-signs-you-need-a-professional-plumber","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stevehuffplumbing.com\/4-signs-you-need-a-professional-plumber\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Signs You Need Help from a Professional Plumber"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft  wp-image-7455\" src=\"https:\/\/stevehuffplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Picture2.jpg\" alt=\"signs you need help from a professional plumber\" width=\"564\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stevehuffplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Picture2.jpg 537w, https:\/\/stevehuffplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Picture2-300x246.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A simple plumbing problem, such as a clogged drain or a toilet, isn\u2019t something to stress over. But you should be concerned when these problems keep recurring.<\/p>\n<p>While a DIY fix can be sufficient in some cases, there are times when you will need help from a pro. Here are some signs that indicate you need to call in a professional plumber:<\/p>\n<h2>1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 No Water At All<\/h2>\n<p>If you wake up one morning only to find that your home has no water at all, it might be because of a serious plumbing problem.<\/p>\n<p>The first thing you should do is ask your neighbors if they are experiencing the same issue. But if the problem is only in your home, it might be because of a leak. Such an enormous leak will not only make your water bill skyrocket, but it can also cause some significant structural damage to your home.<\/p>\n<p>If you experience something similar at home, consider it a plumbing emergency and call a pro to take a look and rectify the problem immediately.<\/p>\n<h2>2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A Sweating Water Heater<\/h2>\n<p>If you go near your water heater only to find a damp floor, it is a sure sign of a leak.<\/p>\n<p>A leak in the water heater is also referred to as \u2018sweating.\u2019 Sweating often leads to rusty spots on the tank, cracks in the surrounding pipes, and complete corrosion on the heater.<\/p>\n<p>If you notice any of these signs or see a pool of water around the water heater for no apparent reason, it is important to call your plumber right away.<\/p>\n<h2>3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A Dripping Faucet<\/h2>\n<p>A dripping faucet isn\u2019t something that homeowners take too seriously. But if the faucet is continuously dripping, there might be a more serious underlying problem.<\/p>\n<p>Simply tightening the fixture won\u2019t suffice. Sometimes drips result from a cracked pipe or improper installation of a specific component. So, if your faucet is constantly leaking, have a professional plumber take a look.<\/p>\n<h2>4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A Clogged Toilet<\/h2>\n<p>A clogged toilet isn\u2019t an unusual occurrence. In most cases, the problem can be resolved by using a plunger. But if the toilet keeps overflowing even after you\u2019ve used a plunger, call a plumber. There might be an entirely different underlying cause.<\/p>\n<h2>Reach Out to Steve Huff Plumbing<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing any kind of plumbing problem, reach out to <a href=\"https:\/\/stevehuffplumbing.com\/\">Steve Huff Plumbing<\/a>. Our team can take care of all your issues and offer you the most suitable solutions, depending on your requirements. We also offer emergency plumbing services. Call (423) 239-8361 now to book an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A simple plumbing problem, such as a clogged drain or a toilet, isn\u2019t something to stress over. But you should be concerned when these problems keep recurring. While a DIY fix can be sufficient in some cases, there are times when you will need help from a pro. 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