How To Handle An Emergency Plumbing Situation

No one plans on having a plumbing emergency but unfortunately these things happen. Whether your home or business is new or old, water is a sneaky element that can be difficult to contain. The best way you can be proactive for a plumbing emergency is to have your pipes checked regularly and take care of small plumbing issues before they become big ones. When a plumbing emergency does come up here is how to best handle the situation:

Identify if you are having a plumbing emergency- sometimes the things we think are major problems turn out to be nothing worth breaking a sweat over. At Carolina Blue Plumbing, we understand that not everyone is an expert plumber so determining if you are having a plumbing emergency can be tricky. Here are a few warning signs to watch out for when you are having a plumbing emergency:

Burst pipes
Frozen pipes
Broken water main
Overflowing toilet
Clogged sewer line
Sump pump failure
Flooding

Safety first- When there is water uncontrollably seeping everywhere, you must be cognizant that this is a huge hazard. Be aware of any electrical fixtures, wires, or outlets in the area. Electricity and water are a deadly combination. The best course of action is to stay a safe distance away until the power can be shut off. If this is not an option, you will want to protect yourself with tall rubber boots and rubber gloves. Also remember that any surrounding surfaces will be slippery, making anyone in the affected space more prone to slip and fall accidents.

Shut off the water- If there is water coming from a burst pipe or over flowing toilet there is usually a valve somewhere close by that can cut the water flow. On toilets this valve is typically located on the hoses coming from the floor or the wall of your bathroom. For larger flooding shut off, you will want to check your basement or utility closet for the valve and turn it clockwise.

Call for help- You can always call Carolina Blue Plumbing at any point during the emergency. We can help you determine if you are having an emergency and assist you with the next steps until we can arrive on scene to take over. Our plumbers can be at your location in a timely manner to minimize damages. Make sure you contact us today for more information!

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