"Plumbing is one of the most important parts of the house. Without proper plumbing system, the entire house may become uninhabitable. Plumbing problems may range from small issues such as leaks to much bigger problems like clogged sewer lines and leaking faucets. Hence, it is very important to learn some basic tips on how to handle various plumbing problems at home. DIY Plumbing is an ideal way of tackling small plumbing issues. All homeowners must be aware of basic plumbing tasks such as clearing clogs in a sink or toilet drain and turning off the main water source. But in terms of major plumbing issues, you should leave the task of fixing your homes to the professionals. Many homeowners who choose to DIY minor plumbing problems usually do not have the knowledge needed to properly identify the clogs that are already installed in their residences. A lot of DIY'ers also fail to clean the drainage system thoroughly after the pipes have been fixed. One of the most common problems that plumbers see at home is the inability of faucets to turn off. Most homeowners try to solve this problem by uninstalling the faucet or replacing it with another faucet; however, this is not always the best solution. If the sink is clogged with food particles, for instance, then using a kitchen plunger to open the sink will only clear the clog, but will not prevent the sink from filling again with water in no time."