Emergency plumber Dublin Situations

Emergency plumbing Dublin situations

• A Burst Pipe
• Gas Leak

A burst pipe | Emergency Plumbing situation Dublin

This is undoubtedly on of the most common plumbing emergency in any house hold. The main reason for a burst pipe can be freezing conditions, but of course there are many others. But the real problem with a burst pipe is not the cost of fixing or replacing, but the damage it can do to your home. If you have a pipe burst in the floor or ceiling it can take some time to notice. However in this time the damage is accumulating.

Prevention of Burst Pipes

As I have said burst pipes can do untold damage and quite simply be devastating. So there is no doubt prevention is better than cure,Let me highlight some ways to prevent such an emergency plumbing situation.  

1. Make sure you know where your MAINS VALUE is.
2. Always make sure the the path to you Main value is clear and easily accessible. Once you know you have a burst pipe go switch off the mains immediately.
3. It is of the utmost importance that you have all your pipes insulated both inside and outside.Also make sure you do not leave joints exposed a common mistake.
4. Make sure your pipes in the attic and garages are lagged this is essential to efficient performance of your plumbing and heating systems.
5. When putting pipes in, in outside locations make sure that the pipes are buried deep into the ground.
6. Have your Central Heating System serviced regularly.

Gas Leak | Emergency Plumbing Dublin situation

• If you smell gas in your home turn it off immediately. Now this is why you must familiarize yourself with where you can shut off the gas supply.
• Then you have to get fresh air into the house to dispel the gas open all windows.
• while letting air into the house avoid using any electrical switches as you do not want to use anything that may spark as it will cause an explosion.
• Avoid smoking or any naked flames.
• Call The Dublin Plumber Ken Walsh 087 2821255