Plumbers play an important role in the management and upkeep of every home and building across the country but often people only really think of them when it comes to the renovations or the initial build of their property. It is very important that you are aware of the emergency uses a plumber has and none are more vital than a burst pipe repair. If a pipe does burst in your home, wherever it is, you must act quickly and follow these steps to ensure you minimise the damage that the water can cause to your home and garden.
Find The Water Meter
The first thing you need to do is turn off the water supply to your house immediately, and the only way to do that is to find your water meter. Ideally, you want to know where it is before an emergency happens so familiarise yourself with its position. It will be in your front yard, often quite low to the ground and can sometimes be obscured by long grass or plants. When you find it, turn whatever mechanism it uses (some are different than others) to the off position, which will generally be clockwise—although this might be different depending on the age of your home or property.
Call For A Burst Pipe Repair Expert
Once the water is safely turned off, you can start to pick up the pieces and begin finding a solution. Most regular plumbers do not offer emergency call-outs and can take over a day to respond. A burst pipe repair plumber will be able to be at your property within hours, sometimes even quicker if you live in a larger metropolitan area. This is especially useful if the burst pipe is related to an important function in your home, such as the shower or main sink in your kitchen.
Investigate The Problem
When the burst pipe repair contractor has finished fixing up your home's plumbing they will most likely have an explanation for what went wrong. It is important that you listen to them and try to manage the causes that led to this issue because a burst pipe can be very dangerous and expensive if you do not notice it rather quickly. You may have other, older pieces of plumbing in your house that might need to be pre-emptively replaced so they do not burst as well, and most likely the same plumber you just used should be able to replace them.
Contact a local plumbing service, such as Melbourne Plumbing and Drainage Solutions, to learn more.
