What to Do in A Plumbing Emergency?

The worst thing to do in the middle of a plumbing emergency is to try and turn a plumbing disaster into your next DIY project! All plumbing emergencies require the services of a skilled, licensed, and qualified plumber Adelaide who can provide immediate assistance. If you are facing an Adelaide plumbing emergency don’t wait a minute longer to call a professional plumber for help. Trust someone who has the plumbing knowledge, tools, equipment, skills, and expertise to repair the issue in a hassle-free way.

Plumbing emergency situations such as burst pipes, gas leaks, broken hot water system, blocked drains, endlessly running taps, overflowing toilets, and any other plumbing disasters can cause damage to your property, if not addressed immediately, costing you significantly more time and money. Most homeowners spend little time thinking about what to do in a plumbing emergency and when the situation strikes, they are usually unprepared to handle it. In this article, our team at Horncastle Plumbing will share the most common Adelaide emergency plumbing scenarios and what can you do in these situations while you’re waiting for help to arrive.

STEP 1: Do Not Panic and Call Your Adelaide Emergency Plumber

Is it mayhem in your bathroom or living space? Do not panic. Focus on getting all your family members safe and make sure there is minimal damage to your home. To prevent any further damage from happening call your trusted plumbing service company immediately. Explain your emergency so they will instruct you on what must be done next and how to stay safe. Emergency plumbing problems are best left to professionals and so make sure you don’t try to fix a problem that could be risky for your safety.

STEP 2: Protect Your Belongings

If you have a burst pipe or water leakage move any electronics such as TV, computers, appliances, etc. out of the way. Attempt this rescue only if it’s safe to do so. If you have time unplug your electronics, move your rugs, furniture, toys, and other household items, while you wait for your plumber to arrive.

STEP 3: Turn Off The Water Supply

It’s a good idea to find the main water and shut it off to prevent any further damage to your belongings or home. Remember water damage is detrimental to the structure of your house. Shut off the main water supply in case of a burst pipe or leak, and if it’s a leaking toilet simply turn off the water to just that fixture or stick a bucket under a leak to stop the spread. If you smell gas or suspect a leak, make sure you evacuate the house immediately and call gas plumber Adelaide without any delay. Gas leaks are by far the most serious of all emergencies and must be repaired on priority.

STEP 4: Get Ready For Repair Work

If your plumber is on the way you can help to get the problem fixed as quickly and efficiently as possible by clearing the affected area of clutter and furniture. It will help the plumbers get to repair work as soon as they arrive.

Your Local Adelaide Emergency Plumber

If you’d like assistance with your Adelaide plumbing emergency issue, or if you need help with scheduling regular plumbing maintenance and prevention services to avoid a future disaster, our team at Horncastle Plumbing can help. We have a team of licensed, insured, and certified Adelaide plumbers who can quickly arrive to restore your plumbing and peace of mind at the earliest. Even if you call in the middle of the night or on a public holiday, we will send an expert plumber to your home to provide personalised attention and ensure everything is fixed properly. Give us a call to find out more about our specialised Adelaide emergency plumbing services or fill out our online form to schedule a no-obligation plumbing estimate.