Essential Things To Do During A Plumbing Emergency

Are you prepared for a plumbing emergency? Just like any other crisis, plumbing emergencies can occur anytime — they strike without warning, especially in winter when temperatures fluctuate daily. As a certified plumbing contractor in New Westminster BC, Shaul’s gives you this short list of things that you should remember in times of trouble.

If you will prepare for a plumbing emergency, you will know how to act promptly in order to minimize damage and lessen costs. Below are the essential things to do while you’re in the situation.

1. Turn off your main water supply which is located near the water meter. Do this if you can’t identify where the leak comes from. If the problem is with a specific fixture, such as a toilet or faucet, turn off the valve by turning clockwise. But if you have turned the main water valve off, it’s advisable to open all faucets to drain the pipes. It’s also helpful to open spigots outside the house, to remove water from pipes directing into the house. For help on locating your main water supply and for other concerns with plumbing services in New Westminster BC, call Shaul’s, your qualified plumbing, heating, and gas contractor in New Westminster BC.
2. Turn off the water heater. Do this, after you turn off the main water supply, to prevent pressure from rising from within, so as to avoid the water heater from bursting. If you have a gas water heater, turn it off first. If you’re looking for quality gas services in New Westminster BC, call Shaul’s.
3. Turn off electrical sources which can be affected by the situation, to reduce risks of electrocution. Skip this step if nothing can be affected.
4. Contact a plumber immediately. It’s important that you have the emergency number easily accessible. You may display it on the fridge, or save it on your phone. In the call, you may describe the situation so that your plumber can assess what needs to be done.
5. Clean up water on the floor, while you wait for the plumber to arrive. Cleaning up will help lessen damage to carpets, tiles, and walls of your house. Use mops, rags, and paper towels in doing this.

In all emergencies, it’s better to stay calm than to panic so you would know what to do and you could act properly. Following these steps will help save your home from further damage.

For further information on what to do during emergencies, Shaul’s is your trusted plumbing, gas, and heating contractor in New Westminster BC that offers plumbing, gas, and heating services in New Westminster BC. We at Shaul’s Plumbing and Heating, Ltd. handle everything from clogs to leaks, to all kinds of plumbing emergencies. Call us at (778) 397-4850, or contact us online.