The bathroom is an important part of your home when it comes to plumbing. As such, keeping that plumbing in top condition is vital. Keeping this in mind, the drain service team at American Rooter know when it’s time to replace the plumbing in your bathroom. Keeping your bathroom pipes in top-notch condition will keep your household running smoothly.

If your bathroom plumbing is showing any of these signs, simple drain service probably won’t do the trick—you’ll need a completely new system:

• Faulty Hardware: The hardware is the part of the plumbing that you can see, such as faucets and handles. Once that part of the plumbing starts to get rusty or chipped, it should be replaced. Older hardware can make the rest of your bathroom look dirty and dated, and can even pose a health hazard if rust or chips get into the water you’re consuming.
• Poor Pressure: If you have low water pressure in your bathroom, it could be a result of corroded pipes. The corrosion means that the water is leaking out of the plumbing earlier in the line, so you’re not getting as much water as you should. It can affect any part of your bathroom, but may be most obvious in the shower.
• Water Quality: If the water coming out of the tap has a strange odor or color, the problem is usually within the plumbing rather than the water supply. If only hot water is affected, then you know that the water heater is the problem. Otherwise an old pipe could be the issue; either way, you’ll need something replaced.
• Mold & Mildew: Mold and mildew can flourish in the bathroom if there’s not good air circulation to keep the room dry. However, if you turn on the fan often or open the window, then a leak is likely the cause of the mold or mildew.

When you have plumbing questions or need drain service, call the team at American Rooter. They can handle plumbing for the entire home, not just the bathroom, as they specialize in a variety of services including septic tank cleaning, drain repair, and smoke testing. Contact them at (888) 863-4638 to schedule an appointment, or visit them online to learn more about their services.