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Plumbing issues always seem to occur at the most inconvenient time, like weekends, holidays, and in the middle of the night. While any plumbing problem in your home could be considered a plumbing emergency, it’s important to remember that emergency plumbers come at a higher cost than plumbing services during regular business hours.
Obviously, any plumbing problem is an inconvenience, but doing a quick assessment of your issue can help determine what is considered a plumbing emergency. While a running toilet or a clogged drain may seem like something urgent, unless you are unable to use your water or sewer system altogether, you may want to wait before calling a 24-hour plumber.
What is a True Plumbing Emergency?
Sewer Line Clogs: The blockage of your main sewer line can create a lot of problems. Raw sewage can back up into bathtub and sink drains, toilets can overflow, all of which creates a health risk for your family. Having one clogged drain in your home isn’t necessarily considered a plumbing emergency, as you still have use of other drains.
Flooding: Water leaks can occur anywhere throughout your plumbing system. If you find a leak in your home, the first thing you should do is try to turn off the main water supply valve. The water supply valve is located close to wear your supply line from the water meter enters your home, usually in a garage or utility room.
If you are unable to locate the main shut-off valve for your plumbing system, you’ll need to call an emergency plumbing in Houston. Major water leaks can cause thousands of dollars’ worth of damage in a short period, causing structural damage and leading to safety issues. Uncontrollable water leaks would be considered a plumbing emergency.
No Water to Your Home: Water supply lines are pressurized in order to be able to deliver water to all your home’s plumbing fixtures. When pressurized water lines burst, it is always considered a plumbing emergency, as water damage occurs quickly. Another reason for lack of water at your taps could be hard water sediment build-up restricting the flow to your faucets and other plumbing appliances.
Less Emergent Emergencies
Unless the plumbing issue you’re experiencing isn’t causing damage or immediate harm to your home or family, it can probably wait until the morning. Calling in a 24-hour plumber should be reserved for real plumbing emergencies, not minor inconveniences like running toilets or dripping faucets.
The licensed and experienced experts at Nick’s Plumbing and Sewer Services are available to you anytime, day or night. When you have an after-hours plumbing emergency, we can help.
