Discovering a burst water pipe in or around your property can be quite stressful. Waking up in the morning or coming home from work to a flood of water is undoubtedly not how you planned on spending your time that day. It can also be a painful addition to your water bill.
The important thing is to remain calm; a burst pipe is not the end of the world.
Follow these steps to take care of the problem and get your property back to its original shape as quickly as possible.
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How To Handle a Burst Water Pipe
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1. Conduct a Quick InspectionIf possible, try to identify where the burst water pipe leak is coming from, even if it is just a general area. It can also help to determine what caused the burst water pipe in the first place, such as high water pressure. This will save you and your plumber time later on.
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2. Turn Off Your WaterThe next step is to turn off your main water supply. |
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3. Repair Minor DamageIf you were able to locate the burst pipe during your quick inspection, go back and have a look at it to determine the extent of the damage to the pipe. Measure the diameter and length of the pipe before you go to the store, or bring the broken piece with you, to ensure the new piece you buy is the correct size. If you are handy around the house, you should be able to complete this minor repair on your own using your home plumbing tool kit. Take care when tightening the nuts connecting the pipes not to over-tighten, as this can lead to future leaks. |
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4. Get Help for Major RepairsYour property's larger, main pipes are more complicated to repair due to their size and the fact that they serve multiple outlets throughout the building. It is a good idea to let a professional plumber handle this job, rather than trying to do it yourself, to ensure everything is done properly. If you discover your burst pipe in the middle of the night, a 24-hour emergency plumber can help you out so that you don't have to wait until morning, risking water damage to your premises. |
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5. Remove Any Liquid WasteDepending on the size of the burst water pipe and the amount of time before you were able to shut off the main water supply, you may have significant amounts of water pooling on your property or inside your home.
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6. Bring in Professional DryersAny moisture remaining on your walls, ceilings and floors is an invitation to mould and mildew, which can create a health hazard for you and your loved ones or employees. |
For Burst Pipes in Perth, You Can Count on Tunnel Vision
Having a burst pipe is never a fun experience, but Tunnel Vision is here to help everything go as smoothly as possible for you. We are experts in pipe relining, trenchless and non-invasive repair techniques, so we won't need to dig large trenches on your property to access pipes.
We are proud to work with both residential and commercial clients throughout Western Australia.
Our friendly team is on duty 24 hours a day, so you'll always have access to our emergency plumbing services when you need them most. Get in touch with us today to book a routine or emergency plumber.