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Reviewed by:<\/strong> Hady Makhmalbaf Ph.D., PE, Sr. Mechanical Engineer<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that plumbing is one of the most important aspects of your home? Understanding what plumbing is and how it all works is essential for keeping a home in good condition. This article will cover the plumbing basics every homeowner should know to properly understand and maintain their home plumbing system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is plumbing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Plumbing is the system of pipes and fixtures that is used to carry water and waste throughout a home or commercial building. The term “plumbing” can also refer to the trade of installing and repairing these systems <\/span>1<\/sup><\/a><\/span>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A plumber<\/a> is a tradesman who installs and repairs these plumbing systems. When you call a local plumbing business, they will send a plumber to your home or office to assess your plumbing issue. The plumber will then provide you with a quote for the repair or installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Note:<\/strong> The word \u201cplumbing\u201d comes from the Latin word plumbum, which means lead. This is because early plumbing systems were made of lead pipes. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n

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Think of plumbing as a continuous cycle:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. The first step in the plumbing cycle is drawing water from a source, such as a well or a city water supply. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. The water is then delivered to the home through a system of pipes. Hot water is produced by a water heater and delivered through separate piping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Once the water arrives at the home, it enters the fixtures, where it is used for tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and bathing. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. After the water has been used, it drains back into the pipes and is transported to a septic tank or sewer system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. From there, the water is treated and discharged into the environment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Why is plumbing important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Plumbing is important for a variety of reasons. It ensures that clean water is available for cooking, cleaning, and drinking. It also prevents sewage and contaminated water from leaking into homes and causing health problems. In addition, plumbing systems transport stormwater from a building to the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Without plumbing, many of the modern conveniences that we take for granted would not be possible. For example, people would have to travel to the nearest body of water often if they needed a drink or wanted to bathe. They would also need to transport that water back to their home, which can be physically straining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In addition, plumbing has paved the way for plumbing companies to establish a presence in many cities and towns. This presence provides people with easy access to plumbing services, which can be very convenient when something goes wrong. It also provides job opportunities for those looking to become a plumber.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Some general plumbing basics can go a long way to maintaining your home’s plumbing system. This includes understanding how water flows through pipes, being able to locate and turn off the main water supply, knowing how to prevent and address clogs, and being able to fix leaky faucets and toilets. It is also important to know when to call a professional plumber for more complicated issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What are the types of plumbing systems?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There are several different types of plumbing systems that exist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n