Whether it’s in a house or an apartment, just about everyone has had at least one run-in with their plumbing. Plumbers are needed more often than you think. Maybe you accidentally clogged the toilet, pulled a 10-inch hairball from your shower drain, or dropped something down the sink; in all three cases, that’s gross.
Even though these examples are of easy plumbing repairs, there are instances where professional help is needed. Here are the situations that indicate you should call an emergency plumber:
You Have No Water
There are various explanations for why you may not have running water in your home. Before you call the plumber, ask a neighbor if they’re having problems too, as there could be an issue with the water main in your area. Also, be sure to examine your water main and that it is not turned off.
There are various explanations for why you may not have running water in your home. Before you call the plumber, ask a neighbor if they’re having problems too, as there could be an issue with the water main in your area. Also, be sure to examine your water main and that it is not turned off.
Clogged water lines might also be the case if your water lines are old or improperly installed. Finally, blocked or corroded pipes can become clogged with minerals over time, resulting in slow water flow.
There is a Funky Smell
If you smell a foul odor coming from your faucet, sump pump, or septic tank, it is likely due to a malfunction. If you’ve got a sewage smell, that means your sewer might be backing up and entering your shower, sink, or toilet.
This is something that you shouldn’t attempt to fix on your own, as doing so can harm your health. When this happens, call an emergency plumber. Professionals who work with plumbing are trained to handle problems like this.
Frozen Pipes
Frozen pipes during the winter are a common problem. The water freezes when temperatures drop to sub-zero single digits in January and February. This also occurs with water in the pipes of our own homes.
When this happens, you’ll realize that your toilet won’t flush and your faucets aren’t working correctly. Frozen pipes will prevent water from entering your home, and you will need to call an emergency plumber to thaw the pipes.
Doing this by yourself can cause even more damage.
Clogged Sewer Line
The drains in your house take all the waste from your home and transport it to the main sewer line. If that second line gets blocked, you’re looking at flooding, leaky pipes, and a host of other problems.
Trust us and avoid attempting to do this plumbing repair yourself! The main sewer line clog is located deep within the house and requires a professional plumber to address it.
Leaking Fixtures
One obvious indicator of pipe damage is water coming from your ceiling or lights. Water and electricity are a dangerous combination; therefore, it is best not to attempt to handle this yourself.
When you notice water leaking or accumulating in any of your fixtures, contact an emergency plumber ASAP. Ignore this, and you could either get hurt or start an electrical fire.
Contact the Professionals
If you recognize any of the above plumbing problems in your home, then you must call a professional plumber as soon as possible. Our experienced Red Seal plumbers at Santos Water Service & Drain have been assisting homeowners with plumbing services for over 10 years in the GTA and surrounding area.
Our plumbers are equipped with the most advanced plumbing tools and equipment available and are ready to handle all of your plumbing needs at an affordable price. Contact us now for more information by calling (416) 824-3352 or by completing our online form.