GET YOUR PLUMBING WINTER-READY

Did you know that plumbers get more calls during the winter months? Cold weather puts extra strain on pipes, faucets and drains. But why? And can your plumbing be better protected? Indeed it can.

 PIPES AND DRAINS WORK HARDER

As colder weather strikes, you’ll soon notice it for example higher electricity bills. Longer showers and more baths mean more water and plumping usage. More layers of clothing and bedding also mean more washing.

This is also the time when you use more oil and fat in your cooking and it’s tempting to wash the grease down your kitchen sink. But fats and oils cause clogged drains, so just don’t do it!

LEAKS INCREASE

As temperatures drop, water can freeze inside your pipes, and then expand as it thaws. Repeated freezing and unfreezing could damage your pipes, so wrap outside pipes with foam, material or towels. Pool noodles that are sliced open could also possibly work.

Although this isn’t a widespread problem in South Africa, since our climate is more temperate, certain regions of the country are heavily impacted by freezing temperatures. Consider working with a professional plumber to insulate your pipes if you live in these regions. Older homes also carry a higher risk of burst pipes during winter. It’s always a good idea to get a professional from Drain Surgeon out to your property to assess your plumbing system if you have any concerns.

HAVE YOUR GEYSER CHECKED

Winter means cosying up and spending more time indoors. Which means more hot water usage. So winter is also a good time to have your geyser maintained. Read our article on geyser maintenance and confirm your geyser’s temperature.

CLEAN YOUR GUTTERS AND OUTSIDE DRAINS

In some areas like the Western Cape cold temperatures and rain go hand in hand. More storms could mean more drain blockages, especially in storm season. Winter is a good time to get storm-ready and clean out your drains and gutters. Remove leaves and twigs from your drain and gutters to avoid developing mould problems, or gutters pulling away from the wall or roof. Also, make sure that the water funneling down gutters drains away from your home and away from your foundations. winter plumbing winter plumbing winter plumbing

WHY DEAL WITH DRAIN SURGEON

Drain Surgeon can help you get your home winter-ready. But why use us? In a nutshell, because of our service attitude. Our absolute focus on client service is no idle statement. In fact: 

·         We are ultimately geared toward the provision of first-class service, with efficiency, dependability, and customer satisfaction our utmost concerns.

·         We offer corporate maintenance contracts. Our vehicles have state-of-the-art tracking systems installed to pinpoint their movement at any given time and respond to queries regarding time spent on the job with accuracy.

·         Our highly-skilled repair teams include one tradesman and one helper. They are in constant touch with the Control Room and their vehicles carry an extensive set of tools and materials.

·         They also have access to our fully-stocked stores at any time of the day or night.

·         Staff training is ongoing and includes (in addition to technical refresher courses) training in customer service.

·         At the Drain Surgeon, we pay more than mere lip service to affirmative action. We offer opportunities for advancement to deserving staff members and our training program helps them reach their full potential.

WE’RE HERE FOR YOU 24/7

We love plumbing. And we love making sure your plumbing stays tip-top. Drain Surgeon is the largest plumbing group in the Southern hemisphere. We will give you quick and professional service no matter what your plumbing and drainage needs may be. 

Call us today and our plumbing team will take care of it – any time of the day or night. We’ve been in the business for a long time, and we’ve seen it all, so you can enjoy peace of mind in the knowledge that one of our expert plumbers will be with you soon. 

At Drain Surgeon we only contract security-screened plumbers and electricians, so your home and family are in safe hands when we perform work on your premises. 

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