{"id":1258,"date":"2018-03-22T18:32:37","date_gmt":"2018-03-22T18:32:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=1258"},"modified":"2018-03-22T18:32:37","modified_gmt":"2018-03-22T18:32:37","slug":"how-to-prepare-your-home-before-you-go-on-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-your-home-before-you-go-on-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare Your Home Before You Go on Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you are leaving for vacation, it is important to take the proper precautions to protect your home from plumbing disasters while you are away. In fact, this responsibility should be considered equally as important as packing your bags and booking a place to stay! <\/p>\n<h2><font color=\"#ff4d4d\">Continue reading to learn some vital tips for setting up the house before taking your trip!<\/font><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_1259\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Emergency-Plumbing-Repair-Indianapolis-e1521743425278.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1259\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Emergency-Plumbing-Repair-Indianapolis-e1521743425278.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Plumbers 317-784-1870\" width=\"600\" height=\"375\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Emergency-Plumbing-Repair-Indianapolis-e1521743425278.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Emergency-Plumbing-Repair-Indianapolis-e1521743425278-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1259\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Indianapolis Plumbers 317-784-1870<\/p><\/div>\n<h1>&#9745; <font color=\"#ff4d4d\">Turn Off Your Water<\/font><\/h1>\n<p>Anytime you leave your home for more than a few days, it is strongly encouraged to turn off the water to the entire house. You can easily do this yourself by finding your main water shut off valve, which is typically located near your home\u2019s water meter. Then just turn the dial or handle until the water is no longer running. Always check a nearby faucet to ensure the water is completely off. <\/p>\n<p>The tap water may squirt and dribble for a few minutes as the pipes empty, but then it should stop trickling entirely. If you do not know where your water shut off valve is located, or how to operate it, simply contact a trusted Indianapolis plumber for free advice. They will gladly walk you through it over the phone, or come to your home and provide professional assistance. <\/p>\n<h1>&#9745; <font color=\"#ff4d4d\">Have Your Plumbing Inspected<\/font><\/h1>\n<p>If your home has old plumbing, you live near large bodies of water, you have had major plumbing problems in the past, you are leaving on an extended trip that will last longer than a few weeks, or it\u2019s in the middle of the rainy season, it is wise to have your plumbing system professionally inspected before you leave. This will allow small problems to be caught and resolved before they can turn into a plumbing nightmare while you are away on vacation. <\/p>\n<h1>&#9745; <font color=\"#ff4d4d\">Conserve Water Usage<\/font><\/h1>\n<p>In addition to protecting your home from plumbing disasters, you can also reduce the amount of water used in your home while you are gone. Do this by turning off your refrigerator\u2019s ice maker, your lawn\u2019s automatic sprinkler system (except during times of hot weather and\/or drought), and turning off your water heater since you won\u2019t be needing it anyway.<\/p>\n<p>With these tips, you can feel safe and secure that your home is protected from burst pipes, water leaks, floods, and more. Consult with your trusted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Indianapolis plumbing company<\/a> for any questions and concerns about home plumbing protection. <\/p>\n<h2>Indianapolis Plumbing Repair and Service<\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_1046\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1492791295438.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1046\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1492791295438-300x181.jpg\" alt=\"Weilhammer Plumbing Company 317-784-1870\" width=\"300\" height=\"181\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1492791295438-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1492791295438.jpg 417w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1046\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weilhammer Plumbing Company 317-784-1870<\/p><\/div><strong>Call Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc. at 317-784-1870<\/strong> for trusted Indianapolis plumbing service and repair in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our licensed master plumbers provide a wide range of residential and commercial plumbing services at the most competitive prices in town. See for yourself and call 317-784-1870 to request a free estimate, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you are leaving for vacation, it is important to take the proper precautions to protect your home from plumbing disasters while you are away. 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