We’re in the midst of a busy holiday season right now, which is why we want our customers to know one very important thing–we are here for all your plumbing needs, rain or shine, 24/7! That’s what being an emergency plumber means and it’s why we’re posting this blog.
However, even when you call for emergency plumbing in Iowa City, IA, you might still have to wait a few minutes to an hour for the plumber to arrive finally. Depending on the weather or how busy the day might be, you might need to do some troubleshooting on your own to make sure your family stays comfortable, hygienic, and safe.
This blog will cover some tips that our customers can follow to ensure that nothing gets permanently destroyed, broken, or ruined when encountering a plumbing emergency. As long as you’ve already called our team and we’re on the way, you can get to work with these tips right now!
Tip 1: Identify Water Problems and Shut Off Water Access
First, in many emergencies, there might be a lot of leaking water. This is a big problem for your home because water can cause damage, contribute to mold growth, and also hurt the core infrastructure of your house. Even small amounts of leaking water can waste money and cause damage.
We’d recommend that any homeowner shut off their access to water when they encounter a continuous leak that threatens to damage your home. This valve can be easy to locate and turn, and our team members can point it out to you when we’re at your house.
Tip 2: Detect a Drain Vs. Sewer Problem
A clogged drain can be a nuisance but it doesn’t really count as an emergency unless it’s in an area that needs to be removed. However, a clogged sewer that starts backing up can be an emergency. If you’re detecting multiple drain clogs on the first floor, as opposed to one or two drain clogs, then you might have a sewer issue that needs immediate resolution.
Tip 3: Create a Backup Plan for the Family
Our work can take hours sometimes, even if we get there quickly. It’s always a good idea to have a backup plan ready for your family, especially if it’s during the holiday season. It might be time to do a little “day vacation” while our team fixes the issue and keeps you updated.
Tip 4: Investigate the Source of the Problem
When emergency plumbers arrive to help, a lot of time initially can be taken up from diagnosing the issue at the start. Unfortunately, even if you might have encountered this problem for days, we’re seeing it for the first time and it could be difficult for us to even get a sense of what’s going on.
If you’d like to help, you can try to investigate where the source of the problem might be using your eyes and ears. For instance, if there’s a clog in your drain or a leaking pipe, you could try to see where that pipe is connected to investigate other clogs or leaks in the meantime. Identifying the source of the issue is half the battle–and we can do that when we get there, too.
At Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc., your comfort is our promise! To set up an appointment in the Cedar Rapids area, give us a call at the number above, email customerservice@daltonphc.com or schedule an appointment online.