1st American Plumbing, Heating and Air

Going on a vacation is something we all look forward to. But there are some precautions you must take before going on a vacation, especially about your home's plumbing system. When people return from their relaxing holidays, they are "greeted" by a pipe that has begun to leak while they were gone, or worse, and it has burst after being frozen... a true nightmare! Plumbing problems such as a leak or flooding can cause extensive water damage and health hazards like mold if they are not promptly discovered. Knowing the plumbing checklist is crucial to avoid such catastrophes while you're away. Enjoy a Stress-Free Vacation You can take a well-deserved vacation with peace of mind when you know your house is adequately protected from water damage. For this, you must follow this checklist so that you may not need emergency plumbing service – ·     Check the Main Shutoff Valve Make that the main water shutoff valve is accessible and that you are aware of its locatio