There are times when you need plumbing service, and then there are times when you need an emergency plumber because an issue is serious enough that it can’t wait. The question is, how do you know when to call for an emergency plumbing appointment and when service can wait for a little while longer?
You can keep reading to learn more about four specific plumbing problems that warrant a call for emergency service. Then give our team a call when you need emergency plumbers in Metairie. Our team will be here to help and can even talk to you about what’s going wrong and help you determine whether or not you need service immediately.
1. Major Leaks
If you have a major leak that you cannot temporarily address by putting a bucket underneath it, you definitely need to call for an emergency plumber. A major leak can cause significant water damage to your home, not to mention running up your water bill so that it is much more expensive.
If you can’t come up with a short-term solution for a leak, you may have to turn off the main water line to your home until our team can arrive and fix the problem. Turning off the source of water to your home is a temporary solution to prevent additional damage. It’s also a good idea to do your best to clean up as much of the water as you can because letting the water stand can cause wall and floor materials to warp.
2. Signs of Water Damage
If you notice signs of water damage without an explanation, call for service ASAP. Without knowing exactly what is wrong, you can’t predict the significance of a plumbing problem. You need a plumbing expert to determine the issue and get it fixed before water damage worsens.
Examples of water damage include dark spots along walls and ceilings. You might also notice wood or vinyl floors warping or feel wet spots under the carpet. If you’re not aware of a specific reason for water, like spilling a drink of some kind, then your plumbing is probably to blame.
3. Major Backups
Having a clog in a single drain is worrisome enough, but if you have drains that are draining slowly across your entire house, there may be a major obstruction in the lines. Even worse, you may be facing a sewer backup. No matter the reason for a plumbing backup or clogged drains, you need to call for service. In the short term, try to avoid running any water so that the backups don’t allow bacteria from the drains to waft up into your home.
4. Gas Leaks
You may not realize it, but plumbers are also certified to work on gas lines. This is because gas lines and plumbing lines are so similar. If you have gas service at your home and suspect a leak, call our team for emergency plumbing service right away. Gas leaks pose a variety of risks including illness and the potential for fire hazards around your home.
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