Learn How to Save Money for These 4 Plumbing Emergencies

There’s a phrase that goes like this: when life gives you lemons, make lemonades. But what happens when life throws everything including the kitchen sink at you? Well, that would be a plumbing emergency.

These things are inevitable and they can happen unexpectedly, no matter how hard we try. So, if you live in Campbelltown, you should be saving up for these 4 plumbing emergencies.

1. Leaks

With leaks, the major signs to look for are dripping sounds, rust growth, mold, and a sharp rise in your water bill.

Leaks are more common to toilets, faucets, washing machine hoses, and water heaters. They are usually caused by weak, old, and rusting pipes.

*Tip: If it’s a leaking water heater valve, that’s simple and quick to fix. However, if it’s the whole water heater unit, you may likely have to get a new unit which can be a bit tricky and expensive.

2. Clogs

Your drains can become clogged in different ways; toilets, showers, tubs, and sinks. When your draining appliances start slowing down, it’s an early warning sign that you’re getting close to an eventual total clog which will completely stop the water flow and prevent you from carrying out your daily activities.

Other early warning signs of a toilet that’s clogging up are odd or running sounds as well as difficulty in flushing. When there’s an accumulation of hair and soap scum, your bathtub or shower drains start to clog up, leaving you up to your ankles in stagnant shower water.

*Tip: Get in touch with a professional plumbing service for a routine hydro-jetting which reduces hair buildup, soap scum, and other clogs.

3. Hot Waterless

Nobody likes cold showers. Especially not for your daily hygiene routine. If you’re in a situation where you’re showering or washing dishes with cold water because of a malfunctioning hot water system, you might be dealing with electrical issues, plumbing leaks, or sometimes a negligent utility company.

*Tip: Get in touch with a professional plumber who knows what they’re doing to find out the exact reason why you’re not getting hot water.

4. Damaged Pipes

A busted or broken water pipe is usually caused by tree roots, a poorly finished construction work, or earthquakes.

If you suspect you might have a broken pipe, you should check for some common signs like soggy or saturated spots on your lawn, and low water pressure.

*Tip: If you have a busted pipe, then you might have to replace it. Heavy excavation work may also be required, depending on the location. However, with trenchless technology, you can replace your pipes without having to pay for extra expenses.

Need help from a qualified plumber?

If you need assistance with your plumbing issues be sure to call us at 02 9158 6549. It doesn’t matter how big or small the job is we will get it sorted.