Common Plumbing Problems

Most plumbing calls start with a symptom, not a diagnosis. This guide matches symptoms to likely causes, so you can describe the problem clearly and know whether it is urgent.

Leaks and Water Damage

Damp patches, stained ceilings, and rising bills point to a hidden leak. See Leak Detection and Burst Pipe Repair.

Slow or Backing-Up Drains

One slow drain is usually a branch clog. Several backing up together point to a main or sewer line. See Drain Cleaning and Sewer Line Repair.

No Hot Water

Check the heater breaker and thermostat setting first, then whether cold taps run normally. See Water Heater Repair.

Running Toilets and Dripping Faucets

Both waste water quietly and are usually a valve, flapper, or cartridge fault. See Toilet Repair and Faucet Repair.

Low Pressure, Banging, or Rusty Water

Low pressure everywhere points to supply or main-line issues. Banging points to pressure or hammer. Rusty water points to corrosion. See Pressure Regulator Repair and Water Line Repair.