Hiring plumbing services is expensive, but no matter how into DIY plumbing repair you may be, there are some plumbing services that should be left to licensed professionals. Here are 5 examples of plumbing services that you should not attempt yourself.
- Water Heater Replacement: Depending on the type of water heater, they can be incredibly dangerous to replace yourself.
- Pipe Replacement: Broken pipes can cause a lot of damage if not taken care of. Hiring a professional plumber will minimize the damage caused and will decrease the chance of an improperly replaced pipe causing further damage in the future.
- Gas Lines: Gas lines can be incredibly dangerous for multiple reasons, so these jobs should be left to professionals. Do not attempt to repair, replace, or mess with gas lines if you are not licensed to do so.
- Underground Repair Work: Plumbing related repairs that involve digging into the ground should not be a DIY project. To avoid cutting other lines underground, call a professional to avoid more damage being caused by digging up pipes.
- Frozen Pipes: Freezing and unthawing pipes can cause damage to the pipes. Much like the above point, you should not be replacing pipes yourself, even if frozen. However, if your pipes accidentally freeze in the winter and you are worried about damage, call a professional to assess and repair any issues that come with frozen pipes.
It can be hard to tell what plumbing services should be left to a professional and which ones you can do yourself. If you feel confident attempting a job, then go ahead and try but do not attempt any of the services listed above.
