Plumbing problems could quickly become an economic and emotional nightmare if they are not attended to right away. From burst pipes to clogged toilets, knowing when to reach out for an emergency plumber can save you time and money in the long run.
Keep a contact number for a good emergency plumber handy and make sure to ask them precisely what the problem is before calling for assistance. Not paying attention causes disasters all the time.
Clogged Drains
Drain Clogs: Drain clogs are among the most common plumbing emergencies, usually caused by hair, soap scum, food scraps or any other kind of debris that has accumulated in the pipes. But taking preventative measures can do wonders for drains!
As part of your preventative maintenance, run boiling water down drains once a week (especially kitchen sinks) to break down fat and grease build-up. -Put vinegar or baking soda down your drain often to break down accumulated dirt and residue.
Drain clogs that happen repeatedly or frequently are a sign that your sewer line is likely damaged beyond repair with the right equipment and techniques. As part of this, make sure you’re not using fixtures until the plumbing is fixed — this prevents more damage and keeps you and your pets safe.
Burst Pipes
PIPES BURNS: If it’s not caught early, leaky pipes can lead to severe indoor water damage leading to cracked flooring, chipped furniture, and rotted wood. In a business context, burst pipes can result in expensive downtime and lost sales because business activity is interrupted.
Big pools of water forming in the vicinity of a burst pipe are the most common symptom, but there can be weird odours and banging or drippy noises. The meter can even start to read higher because running water due to burst pipes can really spike consumption.
As soon as you are aware that there is a burst pipe in your house, turn off its water supply. Locate and turn off the main water valve by turning its knob counterclockwise until no more water comes out. Shut valuables and furniture out of the area to minimize the damage and then contact a licensed emergency plumber to fix or replace broken pipes and other issues.
Frozen Water Heater
Water heaters that have frozen over are very damaging at the first sight. Fortunately, you can always prevent this plumbing crisis through the professional plumbers service call and the maintenance call-up.
If your water heater looks frozen, unplug its water supply and gas supply valves first, then turn on one of the hot water faucets in your home and direct indirect heat – a hair dryer, for example – onto the frozen area – that should break the ice without harming pipes.
If you’re away from home, run a spigot of water through all your pipes during periods of freezing weather. : Slow drip-drip-drip — maybe a little more money but so much less than having to replace broken pipes or overfrozen heaters. Also insulated exposed pipes will stop them from freezing under severe cold.
Water Leaks
Water leaks can quickly get the worst of you. They can even jack up your water bill or create mould. If you find one, cut off your supply right away via the stop valve under or near your sink – then clean up all the liquid as soon as possible to minimize damage and prevent water from seeping into walls, floors and contents.
Water leaks might not be as bad as a ruptured pipe, but they do call out for emergency plumbing services since you have no clean water to wash your dishes, take a shower or water your garden without further harm or illness. To prevent leaking, use water-efficient appliances and always inspect pipes; do not dump wipes, paper towels and hair down drains which can over time get blocked.