All you need to know about water pipe repairs

Plumbing system is probably one of the most complex hardware systems in your house, and they tend to get blockages and leaks. If the pipes aren’t repaired in time, they can cause a lot of damage to your house or your workplace.


Smallest of leaks can cause huge damages and cost thousands of bucks to fix. Even if you do figure out that there’s a leak in your building, you will have to shut off the main line, which will leave you without water for ages. On top of all, it can lead to serious raises in your water bill.

What to do to prevent leaking water pipes and how to repair?


Repairing malfunctioning water pipes is the second step. The first step should be to take precautions for the pipes to not get damaged. The most important step for your plumbing system’s safety is regular plumbing inspections. You need to get your pipes inspected by professionals on a regular basis. So that malfunctioning pipes can be encountered in early stages and be repaired ASAP.

Keep in mind that cold seasons can freeze up the water lines in Arizona. So, make sure that you get your pipes inspected and repaired (if required) by AZ Preferred Plumbing before the cold season begins.

How to repair small pipe leaks?


Repairing small water pipes is not as difficult as one would imagine. If the leak is minor and it’s nothing serious, you can try and repair it by yourself.

Here is a step-by-step guide for you:

  1. The first step, shut off the water line valve.

  2. Next, empty the line from the residual water in the pipes.

  3. Dry out the pipe with the help of a towel, leave it for a while if necessary.

  4. After the surface is completely dry, use a putty knife to apply epoxy in that area.

  5. Then, tie up the area with rubber and leave it to settle down, for like an hour.

  6. After that, cover up the rubber with water-resistant tape.

  7. Lastly, turn on the valve and let the water run and check if you fixed the leak.

Make sure that the process is done properly. You can end up causing more damage instead of repairing your pipe, if you don’t know what you’re doing. So, if you’re not sure what you’re doing with your pipes, it’s best to call us and leave the job to the experts.

Why choose AZ Preferred Plumbing?

We don’t talk much about us, since all the households in Arizona do that for us. But, let us tell you that AZ Preferred Plumbing is the most prominent plumbing company in Arizona. We can fix plumbing problems like water pipe repairs, clogged drains, repiping, etc., in an instant.

Our experience of over 25 years has taught us that the customer is the king. Hence, no matter what job we are doing, we do it for an ultimate goal, which is customer satisfaction. If that sounds like something you would like in your plumbing company, call us now.

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  1. The Value Of Affordable Plumbing ServicesJanuary 11, 2024 at 5:11 AM

    This insightful post highlights the critical importance of maintaining a robust plumbing system. The DIY guide on repairing small pipe leaks is valuable, but emphasizing professional inspections is key.

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