Reading Comprehension

Hello, I’m Jim, and I own the local hardware store. I can tell you what I have available for sale, but I’m not a professional repairman, and I can’t fix your house for you.

Lately, a lot of people have been asking me about leaky pipes. I know this is a very urgent issue because I recently had a problem with my own pipes a leak is something that needs immediate attention! The smartest thing you can do is hire a qualified professional.

In this case, hire a plumber to find out where the leak is. When the plumber comes, he’ll probably need to shut off your water before he begins. Sometimes, the plumber will have to shut off the electricity as well so that he can work under safer conditions. As soon as the water and, if needed, the electricity have been shut off, he can begin.

The plumber will examine all of the pipes until he finds the problem. Then, he’ll use his tools and materials to repair it. After the pipe with the hole in it has been repaired, you’ll have to pay him for his services.

Once the leak has been fixed, you will likely have to hire other experts to repair any additional damage to your home. You’ll need to examine your home and decide what is most important to fix next. For example, I would suggest that, following the pipe repair, you have any damaged carpet torn out and a new floor put in. Consider any damaged walls, doors, or windows. Then deal with your furniture and begin redecorating.