Condensation on pipes is a very common problem in the operation of the sewer system. Such situations arise for many reasons, but the main one is wet pipelines, which form dampness in the rooms of houses and summer cottages. Condensation can lead to the formation of mold and accelerate the need for plumbing repairs. This article focuses on methods for solving condensation in a private room.

In most cases, the formation of condensation is associated with a poor ventilation system in the house. It is this factor that affects the formation of drops on the walls of the water supply system when interacting with air. It is for this reason that thermal insulation must be performed before installing pipes in the toilet and bathroom. The layer must protect the pipes from temperature extremes. This situation most often happens when the risers of warm and cold water are located close to each other. Let's list all the reasons for the formation of such a phenomenon:

• Condensation always occurs on a cold flow riser. There are two reasons for this: water leakage from the mixer. You can hear both phenomena from the noise generated by the fluid flow.
• Poor functioning of the hood. Today this is the most common problem, especially this situation is typical for new buildings. It is worth considering that if plastic windows are installed, then the hood does not work when they are closed. It is for this reason that a forced pulling system is required.

Attention! You can check the need for a hood in the following way: close all windows and attach a newspaper sheet to the grate, and you will immediately see the effect.

• On the wiring in a private house, condensation forms on the pipes. The reasons for this are the same as in previous situations, for example, a toilet tank is leaking.

Causes of wet pipes in the bathroom

The first thing we need to do is perform a ventilation check, as pipes can become clogged during operation. For this process, we unscrew the grating that covers the channel opening. If that was the reason. Then the craving should appear or increase.

Another factor that should not be overlooked is the features of the riser and the distribution of cold and hot sewer flow in the bathroom. More often than not, additional isolation is not performed. It is worth considering that if they are very close to each other, then protection from temperature extremes is simply necessary.

Very often, the formation of condensation in the bathroom or toilet is a malfunction of the mixer. If the water flow is constantly dripping, then you will pay more for the communal apartment, and will help speed up the need for repairs. It is also worth considering that mold can form, which is harmful to human health. Plus, getting rid of the unpleasant odor of dampness is very difficult.

How to get rid of condensation in the toilet

The situation with the bathroom in the toilet is similar, but it is worth considering that the second option is characterized by the presence of a large number of pipes. If you are going to make a sewerage system in a private house, then it is better to immediately separate the cold water riser from the hot one, or you need pipe insulation. There may be regular heat from the toilet cistern.

It should be borne in mind that all materials have their own personal indicator of the ability to conduct heat. But this fact does not force you to carry out a complete replacement of the pipeline, for example, from cast iron products to PVC. In order to remedy the situation, there are many options. We will talk about them and we will talk further in the article.

Leak elimination methods

We have already found out the reasons for the formation of condensation in the toilet and in the bathroom. Now let's figure out how to deal with leakage problems. The first thing to do is to find the location of the water flow in the system. Its formation can occur:

• If the faucet and mixer have a fault. In such a situation, you will observe the constant dripping of water from the taps.
• In the event of a breakthrough in the pipeline;
• Fitting wear.

The biggest difficulty in identifying is pipeline rupture and unsuitable fittings. To identify a malfunction, you need to partially disassemble the box that closes the pipes. To facilitate the process, it is better to seek professional help. Specialists can easily determine the problem using thermal imagers - special equipment. It is worth noting that both options require a cash investment. When you find a leak, you can do the following repair actions:

• It is necessary to change the gasket. A set of tools for work can be bought at any specialty store. To make a purchase, you need to know the brand and manufacturer of the mixer. This work can be done by hand.
• If after the repair procedure nothing has changed, then it is necessary to replace the mixer.

In the case when the sewer system pipeline is leaking in the house, then the following measures can be taken:

• Replace the part of the system with problems. To complete the work, you need to cut out a section of the leaking pipe and mount a new part. In most cases, if there is a metal pipeline, the help of specialized equipment will come in handy. To do this, you can order a car from a specialized company.
• Install a plug on the pipe where there is a water leak. It should be noted that this method is less effective, so it should not be used.

Replacing fittings on the pipeline will not be difficult. To do this, you need to remove the unusable part and replace it with a new one. Before starting such work, it is necessary to cut off the supply of water to the house.

Troubleshooting ventilation problems

It is quite easy to get rid of condensation due to poor functioning of the ventilation system. To do this, you can apply the following methods:

• Use the services of specialists. Who will come and diagnose and clean the ventilation in the house. It should be noted that such a service should be performed free of charge, as this is provided for by the warranty norm.
• But it happens that even after cleaning the mines, the condensate does not disappear. For this reason, you need to install an additional fan in the bathroom. Such a device can either be turned on as needed, or you can constantly use it.

Thermal insulation of the pipeline

The most elementary way is to purchase special factory materials. It is worth noting that any insulation material can be used to insulate the pipeline. If the purchase is too expensive for you, then the task can be completed in the following ways:

• You can use plastic pipe and foam for installation. To do this, you need to cut the insulation so that you can wrap the pipe. Fill the space between the pipes with foam.
• There is a possibility of using old rags and a special putty. To do this, we grind the pipe against rust and apply the first coat with a putty. And we do this several times.

So we found out why condensate forms on the sewer pipeline. Now you also know how to solve this problem, so the operation of the water supply system will become more comfortable.