What do you do when a plumbing emergency arises? The very first thing is to ensure it is safe, and not getting even worse. Electricity and water don't play well together safely, so if needed turn the mains switch off on the switchboard.
If water is leaking, turn off the water at the nearest access point and then at the mains tap outside. If you can’t locate the main isolation valve or a tap to the appliance, then turn on the cold taps inside and out to depressurise the household pipework and reduce the leak.
Now give our on call plumbers a ring, any hour day or night. We’ll be there as soon as possible to resolve the problem.
While waiting for our emergency plumber, clear away any significant things, mop up any water, and position a container to catch drips. You should also switch off the hot water heating if the main water is turned off.
The main isolating valve will normally be on the boundary of your property close to the road. It is usually set into the ground below a blue or black plastic cover.
Remember, a lot of appliances and fixtures have their own isolating valves also.
Our Darlington emergency plumbers understand that a blocked drain can be a major health hazard that needs fixing immediately. That is why we have our urgent plumbing service.
A blocked pipe is a serious predicament, especially if it involves sewage. If you’re lucky, you can unclog it yourself using a plunger. But if you can not, you need assistance fast. Let’s face it, a clogged or overflowing toilet or sewer is something none of us ever want to lay eyes on, or smell!
Whether it’s the kitchen sink that will not empty, or a blockage in the shower, or worst of all, sewage running down the hall or across your garden, our emergency Darlington plumbers will quickly locate the problem and resolve it so that life can get back to normal.
In the rare case that our plumbers can’t get the clog completely removed or more comprehensive repairs are needed, we will find an interim solution to keep you going until we come back.
If you've got a plunger, it is worth trying to remove a blockage yourself. We suggest using a plunger with a long handle, particularly for the toilet, so you can stand out of the splash zone. Chemicals are not suggested as they seldom do a good job and can damage your pipes.
Don’t let a blocked drain get you down. Call us now!
You usually don’t realise how much you depend upon effortless fast hot water until it isn’t there any longer. Just finished in the garage and really need a shower? Need to finish up a sink-full of dishes? The last thing you need is to turn on the water and find it’s tepid.
When the hot water is not giving you that warm feeling, you need it repaired fast. Whether the heating element has blown, the thermostat is unreliable and the water is barely warm or boiling hot, there’s a leak, or the tank is constantly overflowing, you need it sorted quickly so your life can get back to normal.
Leaks in the hot water system can cost a large amount, and can cause serious damage to your home. If you have an electric cylinder, hot water heating can account for about 30% of the average household’s power bill, so a leak can cause major damage to your wallet very swiftly.
When you find the water is too cold or hot, or there is a leak in the hot water system, ring our Darlington urgent plumbers as soon as you can. We’ll get the hot water flowing again promptly. If there is a lot of water leaking, turn off the water at the mains tap, and also switch off the heating element, until our plumbers arrive.
If you do need a new hot water cylinder, our plumbers can assist in picking a suitable option for your budget, needs and area. If the entire hot water system needs upgrading, our plumbers can arrange to do those repairs in a timely fashion as well.
The pipes in your house are a generally concealed but important part of everyday life. Big or little, in the garden, within the walls or the roof or under the floor, they carry clean water to your home and take the used stuff away.
Once there is an issue though, it’s the most important thing on your mind. A leak or burst pipe can be serious stuff, and you need it fixed immediately to prevent damage to your residence, your belongings and even your health.
Our urgent plumbers are prepared to be there quickly, so contact our team as soon as you discover a burst pipe or leak of any type. You can reduce further flooding by turning the water to the house off at the mains tap if required.
Pipes can fail and begin to leak for a range of reasons. If you live in an older residence, they may simply be aged and dilapidated. If you live in a very cold region, they might have iced up and cracked. In a new home, there could be an issue with how they were installed. Subterranean pipes may have been grown into by tree roots trying to get to water and nutrients.
Our 24 hour plumbers can identify and fix the damaged pipes or leaks quickly and precisely.
Do you own a faucet that won’t turn on or off, drips, leaks into the cabinets, or is simply broken?
We have been called to a range of tap issues over the years, and know that even a small drip can sound like elephants tapdancing at 2am when you’re trying to sleep. What was a trivial annoyance, can suddenly become a drastic plumbing emergency.
Not only can it keep the whole house awake, a leaking tap can put a big hole in your budget as well, especially if it’s the hot water. Do not let the bills increase further, or maybe even cause damage to your residence, get hold of our emergency plumber now.
Whether you just want a washer, or an entire new faucet, our emergency plumbers have got what you require. All the vehicles are well stocked with parts and have a modest selection of new taps and faucets to select from if required. If we don’t have the faucet you need, our plumber can put in an interim tap until we track down the style you need.
From large to small, our Darlington urgent plumbers can do it all. Not just taps, we offer a wide selection of urgent and general plumbing services.
Why is my tap dripping?
Find a piece of string of some type, and knot it around the faucet spout so that it drapes down to the bottom of the skink or basin. The drips will run along the string and dribble off quietly.
Our team has many years of combined experience providing plumbing services for the people of Darlington. Our many happy repeat clients confirm our reputation for professional, quality, reasonably priced work. We aim to help you with your emergency and non-urgent plumbing needs rapidly and efficiently.
When you discover a plumbing emergency, we are ready and waiting to save the day. We will be there rapidly to do professional repairs rapidly and proficiently, and leave the spot clean and tidy before we go.
Over the years we have seen every kind of plumbing emergency. You name it, we’ve been up to our elbows in it. And even if it is the middle of the night, on Easter Sunday, or during Christmas lunch, we will be there rapidly, resolve the problem fast and tidy up before we leave.
With one call, you get immediate access to our fully qualified, competent and knowledgeable plumbers. One of our team will be sent speedily in a fully equipped van to solve your emergency. All our staff on the road are up to date, fully licenced, and have a great reputation for trustworthy quality repairs.
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