Home ownership isn’t only about affixing your signature on the dotted line. Being a homeowner is about having a vested interest in maintaining your property.

Maintenance and repair costs are unavoidable. And while there are easy annual checkups you can perform each year, hazardous surprises can creep up at the most unexpected and inconvenient times.

This means maintaining all aspects of your home, including the all-essential plumbing system. After all, a functioning plumbing system enables you access to clean water, necessary for good health and hygiene. Your network of water and sewer pipes is necessary for the daily activities in your home, such as household chores.

Caring for your pipes means understanding the difference between a DIY method approach and a plumbing emergency that requires expert help. Improperly fixed plumbing issues can result in health risks to your family and cause significant property damage. Hiring a licensed plumber can prevent costly plumbing disasters when you least expect it.

These are five plumbing emergencies that call for expert help to keep your water clean and pipes flushing.

Burst Pipe Issues

Burst pipes can be a disastrous affair. From noticeable leaks to flooded rooms, there are several factors that can lead to a burst pipe. Pipe failure can occur due to a variety of issues, with the most common ones being age, damage or misuse. Freezing conditions and unprotected pipes are also big contributors to burst pipes.

Pipes bursting can cause significant issues to your home, such as making your home unsafe and encouraging the spread of harmful mold throughout your household. While the best way to avoid a burst pipe is regular maintenance, when this issue does arise, it’s best to seek out a licensed plumber. A professional can assess the damage and provide speedy repair, containing the damage and preventing additional repair cost.

Clogged Drains

Your home’s pipes and drains are the unsung heroes of your house. They dispose of sewage and eliminate waste on demand. Indicators of a blocked drain could be slow draining of water or even low water levels in your toilet bowl. A blocked drain is one of the most common home plumbing problems that a homeowner will attempt to tackle.

Most homeowners will rely on DIY methods to clear blocked drains. Using Chemical drain-clearing products can lead to further problems, such as eroded pipes. A plumber can assess the problem and snake the drain to completely remove the obstructions plugging the drain. Hiring a professional at the earliest indicator of drain issues avoids disastrous outcomes later.

Hot Water Repairs

Hot water is one of the great conveniences of modern living. Immediately available, hot water from the tap or shower head is a particularly welcome utility often taken for granted. There are some common hot water plumbing issues that need expert help to fix. These are usually leaking tanks, broken water heater pressure relief mains, or damage that requires effective hot water tank repair.

A licensed plumber can assess the problem and resolve the issue as they already know the most common cause of water heater breakdown or malfunctions. A plumber can also provide same-day plumbing service so your hot water system doesn’t skip a beat.

Low Water Pressure

If you’ve tried to use your water for showers or daily chores and couldn’t get decent water pressure, this could be due to low water pressure. Many things can cause low water pressure. Blocked water filters and calcium deposits have been known to reduce the water pressure. A problem with your local municipal’s water supply could also cause low water pressure.

If the water should gush but only trickles, or if a sudden and significant reduction in water pressure occurs, then a call to a licensed plumber may be merited. A plumber can reduce the hassle of having to perform an extensive checklist on your pipes and drains. They can immediately pinpoint the problem for you, saving time and money for future repair bills.

Leaking Plumbing Fixtures

Leaking plumbing fixtures can take on many forms, from dripping faucets to a faulty pipe system. Each spells trouble and could have disastrous effects on your home’s building materials. Moisture from leaking fixtures attracts unwanted pests, encourages the growth of harmful mold, and even alters the appearance of your home. Unnoticed leaky pipes can cause further unwarranted problems in the future if they’re not repaired.

To avoid these dangers or the risk of unnecessary costs, a professional plumber can resolve these issues quickly. Leaking plumbing fixtures are often messy problems, and getting a professional to handle it for you saves precious time on clean-up. They can also contain the highly damaging fixtures or help you resolve something as simple as fixing leaking taps.

Your home is an investment. By keeping it maintained and seeking professional attention for problems that need more involved repairs, you not only save yourself more time and money in the long run. A professional plumber can also help if you’re unsure about what’s wrong.

AUTHOR BIO

Based in South Melbourne, Blue Diamond Plumbing was founded in 1985, working on new homes, repairs and commercial contracts. Over time they have grown to become some of the best plumbers Melbourne has to offer. Since 2001 the company has specialised in Emergency Plumbing and Property Maintenance, Repairs and Renovations for homes and businesses in Melbourne and inner city suburbs. Owner Rod Diamond has over 30 years experience with emergency plumbing in Melbourne’s inner suburbs.