A home with young children needs a few plumbing safety touches that a grown-up-only house skips. The checklist is short and the payoff is peace of mind.
The scald
Set the water heater around 120 degrees and install the anti-scald valve. mineral-rich water varies by region, and older neighborhoods still run on aging galvanized or copper lines In Yorba Linda, the setting prevents the burns.
The outlets
Protect the outlets near the sinks and the tubs with GFCI protection. mineral-rich water varies by region, and older neighborhoods still run on aging galvanized or copper lines In Yorba Linda, the GFCI is the shock protection.
The cabinet locks
Lock the cabinets under the sinks, away from the cleaners and the tools. mineral-rich water varies by region, and older neighborhoods still run on aging galvanized or copper lines In Yorba Linda, the locks protect the curious.
The lids
Keep the cleanouts and the sump pits covered so the little feet stay safe. mineral-rich water varies by region, and older neighborhoods still run on aging galvanized or copper lines In Yorba Linda, the covers are the guard.
The bath
Never leave a child alone in the bath, and use a non-slip mat. mineral-rich water varies by region, and older neighborhoods still run on aging galvanized or copper lines In Yorba Linda, the routine is the rule.
The teach
Teach the school-age kids where the shutoff is and what not to flush. mineral-rich water varies by region, and older neighborhoods still run on aging galvanized or copper lines In Yorba Linda, the lesson sticks.
The call
Childproof the plumbing. Call 888-217-3585 and Yorba Linda Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Yorba Linda pro for the safety check.
Plumbing in Yorba Linda: what to know
In Yorba Linda, mineral-rich water varies by region, and older neighborhoods still run on aging galvanized or copper lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Orange County — from Anaheim, Chino Hills and Placentia to ZIP codes like 92886, 92887, 92808 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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