Emergency Burst Pipe Repair
Unless the pipe burst occurs somewhere you can see, you may not know until some damage is done. A leak behind drywall is not something you can quickly detect until water starts coming out. Visible water stains on your ceiling or wall are easy to confuse with a potential roof leak. So, we recommend that you turn off your water shut-off valve to see if water is still running or leaking. If that stops the leak, you have a plumbing leak that requires an emergency plumbing repair.
Wet spots in your basement often indicate a slab leak where plumbing lines underneath your concrete slab have suffered from damage due to shifting soil. This is a serious form of water leak that requires a team of Edmonton emergency plumbers to utilize one of many possible repair methods to restore your pipe’s condition.
Although many people connect a pipe burst to a water line break, the same could also happen to your sewer system. When no visible occurrence is evident, you may not view it as an emergency plumbing situation. But our Edmonton emergency plumbers highly recommend that you pay attention to the following warning signs:
- Drop in water pressure
- Discolored water from tap
- Leaky pipes
- Watermarks on walls, ceiling
- Musty smells, mold growth
- Wet patches in the basement
- High energy bills
- Clogs and backups
- Pest infestation
The sooner you call a licensed plumber in Edmonton to investigate these telltale signs, the more likely you can avoid having to call for emergency plumbing in Edmonton.
Sewer Backup Service
There are two major causes of a sewer backup—clogged drains in the household or an overwhelmed city sewer system that pumps household sewage back to properties. Although the former may not sound as bad, it could result in serious problems. Busy households are recommended to schedule a drain cleaning service at least once every two years to prevent drain issues. Warning signs that you may have a clogged drain include slow drainage, foul odours, sink flies, and recurring clogs. If you find yourself using the plunger and drain snake more often, you likely have an underlying issue further down the drain that concerns your sewer line. If flushing the toilet suddenly results in an overflow and causes other drains to back up, call for emergency plumbing in Edmonton right away.
A more serious situation is when heavy rainfall overwhelms the city’s sanitary sewer lines, and major clogs occur. When wastewater has nowhere to go, it will be pushed back to your sewer lateral and household drain lines. In order to prevent that from happening, install a backwater prevention valve that prevents sewage backflows. According to the Alberta Plumbing Code and Standards, residential and commercial buildings are required to have a backwater valve to protect against sewer backup. As these mechanical devices deal with some nasty stuff, routine plumbing maintenance is essential to ensure they’re in good working order.
Basement Flood
The two points mentioned above are some of the main causes of a basement flood. But there is also another more concerning reason. With the North Saskatchewan River running through the city, Edmonton is one of the major cities that is at high risk of flooding, and heavy rains could escalate the situation. During plumbing maintenance, our professional plumbers always highlight the major risks involved and encourage every residential homeowner to take the necessary precautions. Some include installing and maintaining protective plumbing devices, such as a sump pump, backwater valve, and perimeter drains. Another essential thing to do is basement waterproofing, which is recommended every five to ten years, including annual inspections. It’s important to fix foundation wall cracks and floor cracks right away before water can seep through. Basement waterproofing also involves securing your window well, the top of the foundation, and any porous concrete.
Depending on the severity of a flood in the city, there is no guarantee that your basement is entirely safe. However, with effective waterproofing, a well-performing sump pump, and perimeter drains, you can rest assured that they will mitigate the situation. In the event of a basement flood due to failing systems, trust your Edmonton emergency plumber to arrive promptly with the tools and expertise to mitigate the flood.
Other Edmonton Emergency Plumbing Services:
- Frozen pipe repair
- Tree root intrusion in the sewer system
- Water main break
- Hot water tank leak
