Plumbing emergencies can arise at any time and without warning. They can be hazardous and cause irreparable damage if left unresolved quickly. Therefore, it’s vitally important that when faced with such an emergency it is clear what the next steps should be and who you can contact for assistance.
Emergency plumbers Dallas would offer instant services. These specialists stand apart from traditional plumbers by truly providing emergency plumbing solutions.
Water Leaks
Water leaks are costly repairs that should be addressed quickly to avoid further damage or flooding to both homes and businesses. If yours has one, contact an emergency plumber immediately – whether at home or work!
Leaks that go undetected can result in flooding, structural damage and mold growth. To minimize damage, it’s vitally important that water supply be immediately cut off by turning off either your main water valve or using the stopcock found within your plumbing system.
Checking for leaks using your water meter is another effective method of detection. If its numbers fluctuate even after you turn off all faucets & appliances, this could indicate a leak somewhere within your plumbing. For maximum safety, switch off electricity (if applicable) and gas in your home to prevent further damage from occurring.
Frozen Pipes
Frozen pipes can quickly cause substantial water damage in your home if left frozen for too long, and must be quickly unfrozen if they become blocked. You may be able to quickly unfreeze it using hot rags or an electric heating pad if the pipe is easily accessible; otherwise it may cost more as it requires cutting open sheetrock or cutting away sections of walls to access its blockage.
Emergency plumbing experts know exactly how to quickly identify and address frozen pipes. Additionally, they have experience taking steps to thaw them out quickly so as to minimize water damage caused by frozen arteries.
Frozen pipes can be identified by turning on faucets around your home and noting reduced or no flow, or no water at all. Once detected, find the source of the issue, usually located somewhere such as your basement, crawl space, attic or exterior wall. You should also inspect exposed pipes for frost accumulation.
Water Heater Leaks
Plumbing emergencies are never pleasant news, and when they strike at night or on holidays the stress can increase exponentially. Water damage may ensue and even threaten the safety of family or employees so it is imperative that repairs be made as soon as possible.
If you suspect a water leak, first seek to identify its source and switch off the valve before drying the area with paper towels or other absorbent materials. If it seems to be coming from near your water heater, replacing its anode rod could also help resolve it.
If you suspect a gas leak, evacuate the area immediately and contact an emergency plumber as soon as possible. Natural gas is highly flammable and any leak could lead to an explosion; additionally, some forms of natural gas may not even produce an odor so keeping gas leak detectors installed in both homes and businesses may help detect possible gas leaks and reduce risks.
Sewer Backups
The sewer system does more than carry wastewater; it also collects grease, hair strands, soap and laundry detergent residue that could clog pipes resulting in wastewater backing up into homes.
Clogged drains may seem harmless enough; but when all of your toilets stop flushing or plunging doesn’t help, this could indicate that the sewer line has been blocked or needs repair – leading to backups in bathtubs, showers, basements and elsewhere in your house. This may require replacement.
Raw sewage poses serious health hazards to both you and your family, while it also damages your home and leaves behind moldy debris that is difficult to clean up. Many homeowner insurance policies include sewer backup coverage – for more details please reach out to your agent
