How has the use of your home changed in the past few months? Especially during seasons like summer, the way people use their homes can change dramatically in the matter of just a few weeks.
For example, are there more people in and out of your home while school is out? Are there more flushes, brushes, showers, baths, dishes, drinks, splishes, and splashes? Has hotter weather meant a lot of sprinkler system use? A drastic increase in the use of your plumbing system can lead to issues. On the opposite side of the coin, if you find that you and your family are away from the house during the summer months, you may need to take some proactive measures to protect your plumbing system from the lack of use. For example, you might drain and deactivate your water heater so that it’s not constantly reheating water that’s unused for a long time.
