We’ve all been there – something finally goes wrong with your plumbing, leaving you in a terrible situation. Whether it’s a burst pipe, a clogged toilet, or a damaged water heater, it’s important that you get the kind of help you need. That’s why trusting in a 24 hour emergency plumber is so important – they give you the kind of results you need no matter what the situation is.
Of course, even if you call up the emergency plumber you’re still going to have some time before they arrive. Here at Plumbing Emergency Rescue, we believe that you need to understand what steps to take before our team can arrive in order to minimize damage to your home – and danger to your family. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.
- First of all, head to the main shut off valve. Every home will have one of these. If you have a water meter, just head near it and you’ll likely find the shut off valve close by. Homes with wells will usually find the shut off valve near the well pump. Turning off the water supply to your home is the first step, and will ensure that no more water damage occurs.
- If the leak is in an area with electrical outlets, you’ll need to turn off the breaker that supplies electricity to those outlets. This way you eliminate the chance of any injuries occurring as a result of the water leak.
- Once you’ve switched off the water supply, it’s time to clean up some of the existing water damage. Using a wet/dry vac to suck up the water if you can, and if not then just use towels to soak up as much of the water as possible. This helps prevent serious damage to your home, makes it safer for your family, and also helps you and the plumber better access and identify the source of the problem.
- If you can, try to identify the problem. With a burst pipe, be sure to know where the leak is so you can point it out to the plumber. This way they’ll be able to get you faster results.
From here, it’s really just a waiting game. Your emergency plumber will arrive fairly quickly and start working to correct the problem. Nobody wants to deal with plumbing issues, but when they arise it’s a good idea to know what steps you should take to fix them. The points above can help. If you need plumbing assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us any time, day or night.