When problems arise with your plumbing, you don’t have time to waste. In many cases, you have enough time to at least schedule an appointment that you can prepare for. However, sometimes emergencies happen, and you need help fast. That’s why Benjamin Franklin Plumbing has friendly customer service at the ready to take your call and dispatch an emergency plumber 24/7.

What Do I Do in a Plumbing Emergency?

Here are a few best practices to implement while waiting for emergency services:

  • Shut off the water – if you’re unsure where the problem is stemming from, it’s safest to shut off the main water valve. If there is a leak coming from a specific place, you can shut off the water directly to that area.
  • Don’t use chemicals – as mentioned earlier, using store-bought chemical drain cleaners may seem like a good idea, but the reality is that you may end up making the problem worse by damaging pipes.
  • Assess the damage – the more you can discern about what’s going on, the better equipped the plumber will be with supplies before heading to your property.
  • Don’t delay calling a professional – pushing off emergency services might lead to your costs being higher due to more extensive damages happening while you wait.

Some of the common plumbing emergencies we’re called upon to handle include:

No Running Water

If you’re turning on tap after tap and finding no water running anywhere, this can certainly be considered a plumbing emergency. You can take the extra steps to call your neighbors and see if they’re experiencing the same issue, which would indicate a municipal water supply problem. Otherwise, we’ll send out an expert plumber to assess where this problem is stemming from. Potential reasons include clogs in the tap connection, old or poorly set up water lines, or corroded pipes.

Water Dripping from Ceiling

Even a few minor drips coming into your home can indicate a hidden problem that’s more massive than you can see. Water dripping consistently will lead to mold and mildew growth, which can be toxic. Ignoring signs of pipe leaks can lead to future water damage remediation and restoration costs. A Benjamin Franklin plumber can inspect the issue to determine whether it’s a faulty faucet, poor sealing, cracked pipe, or something else.

Toilet Overflowing

Overflowing toilets are never a fun situation to be in – somewhere in your drain, there’s likely a blockage causing the water to come right back out. If you notice your toilet clogging more frequently leading up to the overflow, it could be a blockage in the vent pipe that moves air into the plumbing system to replace the air that pumps with each flush.

24/7 Emergency Plumbers Available

You need a plumber you can rely on for emergencies – our friendly and highly knowledgeable plumbers all undergo background checks and drug testing for safety purposes. We diagnose quickly and accurately, always providing recommendations that are in your best interest. We’re not like other plumbers who make guesses in diagnoses or try to sell you on a full replacement when a smaller repair will do the trick. We have a strict code of ethics that we adhere to so that we can provide 100% satisfactory services.

A pipe break due to freezing temperatures is one of the messiest and most expensive wintertime plumbing problems. If you’re concerned about whether your home is ready, let the licensed plumbers at your local Benjamin Franklin give your plumbing system a thorough assessment. Call us today at 316-768-8374