Emergency Plumbing Solutions

Most times, a plumbing problem will occur without any prior notice. And many times, it will come as an immediate inconvenience that requires immediate action. The good news is that you don’t need to be a professional plumber to apply an emergency solution that can hold things over until professional help arrives.

Pipe burst

When a pipe bursts, water just keeps gushing out of the opening. The only way to stop that water from flowing right away is to shut off the water. You can do that by finding the shutoff valve and turning it off. Once the water is off, you can turn on the cold water in various fixtures to drain the remaining water and then wait for help to arrive.

Faucet problems

There could be an instance when water does not stop flowing or begins spraying awkwardly from a faucet within your home. This does not require shutting off the entire water supply to the home. Underneath the sink, there are a pair of shutoff valves, one designated for hot and one for cold. Turning them clockwise will do the trick and if they are tough to turn, use a pair of pliers.

Pipe Freezes

A frozen pipe during the winter months could eventually burst. The first response is to shut off the main water supply. You can then take additional measures by trying to thaw the pipe, but do not expose a direct flame to the pipe. Instead, use hot water bottles to gradually reduce the chill.

No hot water

When you realize your home is not producing any hot water, the first place for inspection is the hot water heater. If it is a gas-operated water heater, shut the gas off Also, look for signs of a leak. Also, double check to ensure you paid your monthly water bill.

Multiple drain clogs

When you are experiencing more than one clog at a time, it is usually the sign of a larger problem that can be costly to fix. If there is an unpleasant odor accompanying those clogs, it usually indicates that your sewer system is backed up. Contact a specialist if this occurs.

Water is too hot

There could be an occasion when the hot water comes out scalding. This could be a very dangerous situation and generally means that there is an issue with your water heater temperature setting. If you are unaware how to adjust the setting, contact a professional right away.

In the event of a plumbing emergency, contact the team at Vines Plumbing for a fast and affordable solution.