Professional Plumber in Childers

If a water pipe bursts, the first thing you should do is turn off the water to your home at the main water valve. This will stop the flow of water into your home and help prevent further damage. Once the water is turned off, call a plumber for emergency work. Document the damage for insurance purposes and clean up as much water as possible in preparation for the plumber arriving.

To prevent blocked drains, you should:  

• Use strainers in your sinks & showers to catch hair & other debris before it has a chance to clog your drain.
• Don't pour grease or oil down your drain. Instead, dispose of it in a container such as an empty coffee can.
• Avoid putting things like coffee grounds, eggshells, or chicken bones down your garbage disposal.
• When you're doing dishes, don't let food scraps go down the drain; scrape them into the bin instead.
• Periodically check your drains for signs of clogging, including slow drainage or water backing up. If you do notice a clog, contact a plumber before it has a chance to worsen. 

A plumbing emergency is anything that could compromise health and safety—from a burst pipe to a blocked sewer or gas leak. In most cases, it is something that needs to be fixed as soon as possible to avoid further damage, danger or inconvenience.

There are a few key signs that indicate you may have a gas leak in your home. If you smell gas (an odour like rotten eggs), hear a hissing noise near your gas appliances, or see damaged gas lines, it's important to evacuate the area immediately and call an emergency gas fitter. Don’t try to find the source of the leak yourself—this can be extremely dangerous.