Summer plumbing maintenance helps reduce the plumbing problems that strike Virginia Beach households. Signing up for maintenance with Miller’s Heating & Air Conditioning goes a long way in preventing summer plumbing repairs. Keep reading to learn more about common summer plumbing problems.

Warm Weather Plumbing Issues and Tips

Keep in mind that sometimes, tips and sensible behavior aren’t enough to maintain plumbing. A brand recall, a summer storm, or old pipes in a house can all cause plumbing trouble. Never delay calling a professional plumbing team, no matter the problem or the cause.

A quick repair is better than dealing with an extensive clean-up and replacement. 

Now, here are the common summer plumbing problems and tips to prevent them.

Rinse Off Outside or Use Mesh Screens To Prevent Sand Clogs

Virginia Beach boasts world-class beaches. But the sand you bring home after visiting those beaches clogs your pipes. Use one of the outdoor showers at the beach or do a quick spray with the hose at home. These preventive measures go a long way in stopping sand from going down the drain.

You can also put a mesh cover over the drain. It blocks the sand and other contaminants, like hair.

A professional plumber can clear up more serious clogs. A big clog can cause summer pipe leaks. Both require quick repairs.

Insulate Your Pipes To Prevent Moisture Corrosion and Leaking Pipes 

Pipe corrosion is common because of the Virginia Beach climate. The moisture causes humidity. The humidity creates a chemical reaction in pipes that leads to corrosion.

Corrosion causes leaky pipes.

Leaks signify inefficient plumbing. The poor performance costs a lot of money. It also increases your carbon footprint. 

Install pipe insulation and use cooler water to help.

Avoid Overwhelming Your Washing Machine 

Hot weather often means clothes need washing more often. Large loads overwhelm your washing machine, leading to inefficient water usage and higher water bills. Commit to only washing small laundry loads.

You will enhance the performance of your washing machine, and your water bill should decrease.

Preserve the Pipes

Having more people in the house due to summer activities causes many hot weather plumbing problems. Summers off from school means children may spend more time at home and have friends over. That means the water bill can increase with more:

• Flushing
• Hand washing
• Showers

Teaching your household how to effectively use common household appliances can help you reach your desired outcome with better plumbing and lower energy bills.

Contact Miller’s Heating & Air Conditioning to Address Common Summer Plumbing Problems

Miller’s Heating & Air Conditioning handles common summer plumbing problems in Virginia Beach. We understand the unique plumbing issues affecting the beautiful Virginia Beach area. Our experience and training mean we provide five-star service every time. 

Call Miller’s Heating & Air Conditioning at 757-623-6600 to book an appointment.