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You rely greatly on the plumbing system in your Coral Springs, FL home. Your family turns on the faucets multiple times a day; they shower and flush the toilet multiple times a day, all of which require running water.
You also rely greatly on your home’s drainage system. If it isn’t working properly, water and waste won’t exit the home the way they should.
Some plumbing jobs aren’t urgent, and you can wait until a plumber has an opening in their schedule. However, there are serious plumbing issues and would require the immediate assistance of a licensed emergency plumber.
#1 Clogged Drains
As careful as you are with what you put down the drain, grease, food, hair, and soap scum will end up in the drain, which can cause a clog. Small clogs cause slow drains, which isn’t really an emergency. It is frustrating when a sink or bathtub fills a bit when you run the water; however, if this is the problem, you can wait until a licensed plumber to have an available appointment.
If there is a large clog in the drain preventing the water from going down, you will need to call a plumber. A clogged drain is considered an emergency because you won’t be able to use the sink or bathtub until the clog has been removed and the water is flowing freely down the drain.
#2 Clogged Toilet
If you flush the toilet and the bowl fills rather than empties, the toilet is clogged. Before you call anyone, try using a plunger to remove the clog. If the plunger doesn’t help, you will need to call an emergency plumber. A clogged toilet is considered an emergency because you cannot use the toilet until the clog is removed. This issue is much more serious if you have only one toilet in your home. If you wait too long to have the clog removed, the toilet can start to leak, causing structural damage around the toilet or a sewage backup.
A plumber can remove the entire clog safely, so you can start using the toilet again.
#3 Sewer Backup
A sewer backup is one of the worst plumbing problems you can have because when a sewer backs up, it often results in a mess that can be very costly to clean up. This is an issue that would require an emergency plumber.
It isn’t difficult to tell that you have a sewer backup because there will be signs. You may smell the sewage, or there could be water pudding around the floor drain. Multiple clogged toilets and gurgling sounds coming from the toilet are also signs of a sewer backup.
The best way to prevent a sewer backup from causing a nasty mess and property damage is to call a plumber as soon as you suspect the sewer is backing up.
#4 Major Flooding
If your home has flooded and it hasn’t rained, and the weather hasn’t been severe, the plumbing system in your Coral Springs, FL home is likely to blame. A flood can cause major water damage to your home and its contents; therefore, you should call an emergency plumber right away.
A plumber will inspect your plumbing system, the water heater, sinks, toilets, and they will check for a sewer backup.
It is essential that the cause of the flood is identified quickly so water will stop flooding into your home. After, you will have a large mess to clean up, but at least the plumbing issue will be resolved.
#5 You Have No Hot Water
You rely on hot water to perform many tasks in your home. Without hot water, you cannot shower, wash the dishes and clean your home the way it should be cleaned. In addition, appliances that need hot water, such as your washing machine and dishwasher, won’t function at peak performance.
Because you rely on hot water every day, this is an issue that would require the help of an emergency plumber. The issue is likely with your water heater. Before you make the call, there are a few things you should check.
- Gas water heater: Make sure the pilot is lit and there is propane in the tank. If your unit uses natural gas, make sure your bills have been paid, and there isn’t a widespread outage.
- Oil water heater: Make sure the pilot is lit and there is oil in the tank.
If everything checks out, you will need a plumber to inspect the water heater to determine whether the issue can be repaired or if it should be replaced.
#6 Leaking Water Heater
There should never be water pooling around the water heater in your home. If there is, you will need to call an emergency plumber immediately. A leak can cause water damage in the area. It can also damage the water heater. If the problem isn’t addressed immediately, the leak can rust through the water heater, causing a major flood, and you will need to replace your water heater.
You should call an emergency plumber as soon as you discover the pooling water.
Why Choose MainLine Plumbing?
If you have an emergency plumbing issue and want to work with the best in the business, schedule an appointment with MainLine Plumbing.
We understand that certain plumbing issues require immediate repair, which is why we offer emergency plumbing services.
To schedule an appointment with an emergency plumber, give us a call today.
Author Bio:
Andrew Dilaurenzio
The primary contact at Mainline Plumbing Service, you can contact Mainline Plumbing Service by phone using this number 954-466-9803. They provide 100% guaranteed customer service. They do it all. Water heaters, sewer camera video inspection, drain cleaning, slab leak repairs, leak detection, sewer line repairs, and much more.