Having to handle a plumbing emergency is never a joyful occasion. There are, however, ways you can help minimise the damage right away. Most people tend to panic or attempt to handle it themselves, which can often lead to far more damage and far more costly repairs.
Rather than taking the risk of making things worse, keep calm and follow these four tips from professional Sylvania plumbers to save yourself the stress and manage the damage head-on!
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Switch Off Your Water Supply
First and foremost, depending on the intensity of the problem, shut off all the water supply that could cause further water damage. This is especially important in the case of a burst pipe flooding your interiors.
If the issue is isolated to a single room, it is possible to turn off the water to that area alone, allowing you to still access water in other areas of the house. However, if there is a serious or unknown issue, the main valve should be turned off, switching off all household water access.
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Ensure Your Water Heater Is Undamaged
When dealing with larger plumbing issues, you may need to turn off the geyser or water heater. This will not only prevent any potential damage to the unit through the pipes, but also ensures that the unit won’t overheat while unable to fill or refill. If you have a gas system, it is best to turn off the gas supply as well for assured safety.
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Start Small
Smaller sections of leaking or dampening can be easier to control from the onset. Towels and rags can soak up any standing water to prevent water damage spreading to other possessions, buckets can be used to catch streaming or leaking water, and plumbing tape can be used to control leaks if needed. This way, you can do damage control for smaller areas until your emergency plumber arrives to attend to the source.
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Trust The Professionals
Always try to call a trained professional in situations like these. As a source of sound advice, they can quickly guide you through anything else you can do before their team arrives. Whether turning off valves or leaving the house for an extended time until safe, let someone with the knowledge and experience guide you through the best course of action.
When you run into a real-life plumbing emergency, there is simply no time to waste. The longer the source of the issue goes unattended, the more damage it will cause! If you’re facing an emergency, call Sylvania’s leading emergency plumbers, Priority Plus Plumbing!
After winning multiple awards and servicing Sydney and surrounds 24/7, we can navigate to you in the nick of time. Using advanced technology and years of experience, we will identify and rectify the problem before it gets worse.
Contact us now for emergency help or call us directly on 02 8999 5019!
