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Water Line Repair Done
Right
o All the aforementioned products can be found at any supply store at under
ten dollars per piece. A patch is a temporary but an effective solution to
covering a leaky pipe. This allows the homeowner a little time to decide if
hiring a plumber is necessary for the kind of water line damage done. If you
feel you can do it yourself, the temporary patch gives you time to get the
necessary parts to undertake such an endeavor.
• Drain the pipes
o The next step after covering the seams is to drain the pipes. This means you
must open all the faucet covers where the leak may be taking place and let
all of the water out. It is recommended that running a water hose from the
basement where all the water is most likely to come out through the backyard
is sufficient.
• Replace the Pipes
o There are many ways to repair a leaky pipe. Some suggestions would include
placing a clamp by the damaged area. Another suggestion would be to cut
out the damaged part of the pipe, sand it and then replace. But the issue with
just repairing the pipe fixtures is that they can leak again. So to avoid any
future issues the best course of action would be to replace the pipes
altogether. You can measure the pipes that are damaged and purchase
replacement parts at your supply store. Once the pipes are in place you
tighten them to make sure there are no leaks then test your pipes.