What to do in case of a burst pipe?

Unexpected things will always occur at odd hours. There is no denying that owning a house comes with a lot of expenses, maintenance, and hassle. And when it comes to plumbing issues, they can occur at any hour of the day. You won’t know when you suddenly hear an unexpected sound, you rush to the kitchen and see a busted pipe. A broken or busted pipe can damage your possessions, furniture, and health if it isn’t fixed quickly. What to do in this situation? After calling the emergency plumber, here is what you should do until the plumber arrives.

Switch off Electricity

Turning off the nearby electric appliances should be the first thing to do. Water and electricity are highly reactive and cleaning the floor while the electricity is on can lead to a potentially life-threatening electricity shock. Therefore, before doing anything to everything, switch off the main electricity switch to avoid fatal damages.

Get a Bucket

Place a bucket near the broken pipe to avoid excessive spilling on the floor. Depending on the damage, you may want a large bucket to hold the water. Preferably two buckets to empty each one at a time.

Stop Water Supply

Make sure to top the water supply as soon as possible when you see a burst pipe situation. If you don’t know where the water is coming from, just stop the entire water supply of the house. The water supply main switch may be found under the kitchen sink.

Call Emergency Plumbing Services

If you have a burst pipe condition on Sunday or at an odd hour, traditional plumbers working from Monday to Friday between 8 am – 5 pm will not be able to help you.

Now that you have turned off the electricity and stopped the water supply, calling an emergency plumbing service is the best way to go. Emergency plumbing services provide you with a 24/7 support for unexpected water problems at your house. They will send you a skilled plumber at your place to look after the problem. You can also have a thorough plumbing inspection at the same time to avoid any future damages.

Drain the Pipes

You can try removing the hot water sitting in the pipes until the plumber arrives. Turn on the cold water, turn off the water heating system, and let the water flow through the hot water taps. In this way, the plumber will be able to start the inspection and repairs as soon as possible.

After this, you will be able to successfully restore your house as it was before the burst pipe situation. Ask the emergency plumber to thoroughly check the pipes for any weak spots to avoid further damages. Also, make sure to run the cold water through pipes before using the hot water system.

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