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At one point or another, most of us will come across a plumbing emergency at our homes. These plumbing emergencies can surprise you anytime in the bathroom, kitchen sink, or in the toilet which can cause you major inconvenience if not diagnosed properly.
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Top 5 Plumbing Emergencies that requires professional plumber
Introduction • At one point or another, most of us will come across a plumbing emergency at our homes. It is nothing but an uninvited trouble which can incite mental and physical pain and eat up your huge time and money if not handled properly. In addition, they can be a major embarrassment in front of your guests in the middle of your party or function. • Having some plumbing tools like adjustable wrenches duct tapes, teflon tapes, at home is highly recommended as it can help you fix the problem temporarily until you find the permanent solution. Forced cup plunger and a plumber’s snake are another tools that will help you in case of blocked drains and toilets. In case of any major plumbing issue do call the nearest professional plumbing services at the earliest.
Plumbing Emergencies 1. Blocked Drains Causes- Foreign object, Left over cooking oil, Paper products, Debris, Vegetable peels, Incorrect pipe installation How to fix it- Try pouring boiling water, Use a rubber plunger or a plumbers snake, Pour baking soda followed by vinegar
Cont.. 2. Blocked Toilets Causes- Hairs, Chewing gum, Soap scum, Litters How to fix it- Try using along wire hook, Use a caustic chemical drain cleaner, if nothing helps call a plumber
Cont.. 3. Frozen Pipes Causes- Water inside the pipe expands when it gets close to freezing, and cause bursting of pipes, pipes located in basements or near the external wall uninsulated How to fix it- Try heating and insulating,frozen pipes tend to burst hence dial a plumber immediately
Cont.. 4. Gutter Flooding Causes- Heavy rainfall, Accumulation of leaves, seeds, twigs, berries How to fix it- This is no DIY activity, hence contact a pro plumber to get it fixed 5. Gas Leakage Causes- Faulty appliances or piping, damaged due to excavation How to fix it- Do not try to fix it on own, it can be dangerous as hazards associated with it are fire and explosions as well as carbon monoxide poisoning.
Other Tips & Advice • 4 Ways to Prevent Blocked Drains • How to Unblock a Drain Using Caustic Soda? • How to Unblock a Drain • The Importance of Regular Drain Cleaning • All about the London Thames Tideway Tunnel Project www.bdsdrainage.co.ukenquiries@bdsdrainage.co.uk 08081 689 112, 02036 757 174, 074646 316 51