Living in Overlook means peace, convenience, and well-established homes — but when the plumbing starts acting up, many homeowners are tempted to fix things themselves.
Unfortunately, some “quick fixes” can end up causing more damage (and cost) in the long run.
At Adams Plumbing & Drain Company, we’ve been called in more than once to clean up after a repair gone wrong. Here are the most common plumbing repair mistakes we see — and how to avoid them.
❌ 1. Using the Wrong Tools (Or No Tools at All)
We’ve seen it all:
- Adjustable wrenches stripping threads
- Pliers damaging fittings
- People tightening with bare hands (or worse — duct tape)
If you don’t have plumbing-grade tools, you’re not just slowing things down — you could be damaging the fixture or the pipe.
It’s not about being handy — it’s about using the right tools for the right job.
❌ 2. Overusing Chemical Drain Cleaners
That bottle under the sink might seem like a miracle — until it burns a hole in your pipes.
Liquid drain cleaners:
- Eat away at PVC over time
- Weaken pipe seals
- Don’t actually remove the clog — they just burn through it temporarily
We’ve replaced dozens of corroded traps and fittings in Overlook homes that were destroyed by overuse. A professional drain cleaning is faster, safer, and lasts longer.
❌ 3. Ignoring Small Leaks
A slow drip under the sink. A faucet that doesn’t quite shut off. A toilet that runs randomly.
It’s easy to ignore — until it causes:
- Water damage inside cabinetry
- Rotting subflooring
- Mold behind the wall
We had a homeowner in Overlook ignore a slow leak for 6 months — and ended up needing a full vanity and floor replacement. The leak repair was $85. The fix? Almost $2,000.
❌ 4. Overtightening Fittings and Supply Lines
Here’s a trick of the trade: hand-tighten… and then just a quarter turn more.
But too many people (especially during DIY installs) crank the fittings so tight they:
- Crack the supply line
- Strip threads
- Snap compression rings
The result? A ticking time bomb under your sink or behind your toilet.
Let our pros handle it the right way — and if anything’s off, we’ll make it right, no questions asked.
🧰 What We Do Differently
At Adams Plumbing & Drain Company, we:
✅ Use commercial-grade tools and parts
✅ Inspect the surrounding area, not just the fixture
✅ Give honest advice about repair vs. replace
✅ Guarantee our work — and fix it if anything goes wrong
We’ve worked in Overlook homes of every shape and size. We know the layouts. We know the problems. And we know how to make it right.
📞 Call us now at (251) 473-1279
💬 Text us at (251) 572-9513
Need a plumbing repair in Overlook?
Skip the stress — call Adams Plumbing & Drain Company today.
