Guide to plumbing: how to solve the most common problems


Architect Bruno Moraes clarifies the main doubts on the subject and provides indications for those who are renovating or building




For more than 2 years, when we have intensified our presence in our homes, small domestic problems can occur more frequently, and this would be no different with the plumbing of kitchens, gourmet balconies, bathrooms, toilets and utility rooms, environments which are widely used in any residence. Therefore, the architect Bruno Moraes, of the Bruno Moraes Arquitetura studio, takes the opportunity to clarify the main doubts on the subject, as well as guide those who are renovating or building the house. Watch!

Hydraulic project

During construction or renovation, the help of a specialized professional is essential to carry out the plumbing project. For this process, it is important to have the floor plans of the property with the location of the water points, to carefully study all the wetlands in the house, as well as to know the goals of the residents.

“Before starting to work on the hydraulic part, you need to talk to the customer and know exactly his preferences,” says Bruno. It is essential to understand the expected demands for the accommodations, such as the number of hot, cold or filtered water outlets, the preference for a ceiling or wall shower or the inclusion of a hygienic shower, among other issues. With the complete list in hand, the project team can assess whether the property supports the new plumbing structure.



Kitchen sink

One of the most common problems in homes is the clogging of the kitchen plumbing, due to the accumulation of grease from food scraps left in the sink. Bruno indicates an efficient solution, increasingly used by his customers: a food processor. “It is a very interesting solution, as it avoids the clogging of the siphon, as well as significantly reducing the amount of organic waste generated by the house”, reveals Bruno.

cassette drain



Another topic that needs attention is the linear bathroom drain, a model in great demand in recent times for its discreet design. According to the architect, it is necessary to look for models that have a compartment for the retention of waste, avoiding clogging.

Usually, builders deliver properties with the standard drain in the center of the box. For the realization of the linear drain – placed in the corner of the box – an interconnection is made and a floor is laid on the old drain to make it inaccessible and hide the exit. “Not giving up on the model with a dirt basket brings peace of mind to the residents, who are sure not to have the waste taken to the old drain, which has become inaccessible”, explains the architect.

holes in the wall

During renovations it is unavoidable not to drill holes in the walls, but be careful not to accidentally burst a pipe. However, nowadays there is already a solution to avoid this problem. “Our construction team works with sensors that show exactly where the water and sewer pipes pass. Thus, it is possible to correctly map and alert all interfaces of the job to the correct points to drill into a wall.”guide Bruno.

special cases

Bruno says that in most real estate, both residential and commercial, the height of the taps and taps usually follows a standard according to the technical standard. However, the professional is often called upon to make important adjustments depending on the resident’s profile, such as a wheelchair user, or a person of shorter or above average stature.

losses! And now?

Who has never gone through a stressful situation involving the plumbing part? And, by the way, depending on the leak, the problem can be so great that it commonly interferes with neighboring properties as well. In the event of a sudden leak, the first action to take is to turn off the water tap and seek a specialized professional to carry out repairs.

Above all, for those who live in a building, Bruno has an important advice: “Home insurance is a great option to cover these everyday problems. This gives residents peace of mind in the event of losses that may affect other floors, causing loss of income. coatings, furniture, etc. “.



PEX

In the new projects Bruno states that PVC pipes are giving way to the PEX type (made of cross-linked polyethylene) due to their flexibility and resistance, especially at high temperatures. However, as it is a newer technology, the number of plumbers working with it is still small. Therefore, the ideal is to talk to people in the area to find a professional with this knowledge.

smell of sewage

Bruno launches an alert for a common problem. “If there is a smell of sewage in your home, there is probably a wrong connection. I see many plumbers saying it is normal, but it is wrong, because under no circumstances should the smell return to the environment,” he says. . To avoid this inconvenience, the architect works with the installation of odor insulators such as siphons or siphon drains.

water pressure

When renovating, a recurring mistake is forgetting to check the water pressure indicated for each part. All hydraulic equipment packages have the maximum pressure parameters that part can withstand. Otherwise, it could cause accidents.



Professional help always!

Last tip! To avoid inconvenience in the future, Bruno emphasizes the help of a qualified professional in all phases of the work. “In addition to the professional plumbing specialist, it is important to have the expert eye of an architect or engineer to closely monitor all the steps, analyze the taps, appliances and other details that appear only during the work,” he concludes.

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Source: Terra