How to Avoid Plumbing Emergencies This Fall in Atlanta

Plumbing emergencies can happen anytime and usually during inconvenient times. For instance, during winter, the freezing temperatures cause water to freeze and eventually expand. It then causes pipes to burst, resulting in catastrophic damages to your home’s plumbing system. It causes water to flood on the floors, walls, and ceiling, resulting in a costly damage and a huge mess. However, there are a few things that a homeowner can do while the weather is nice this fall season, to avoid plumbing emergencies that can be prevented such as frozen pipes this winter.

The pipes that are located in the unprotected areas are more susceptible to freeze, such as pipes in the unheated attic, exterior walls, crawl spaces, and unheated basements. Insulating these pipes properly through caulking, spraying, and wrapping is an effective way of preventing plumbing emergencies this fall. Also, adequate insulation in the ceilings and walls will not only help in preventing and protecting pipes from freezing, but will also keep the home warmer during winter months.

Installing specific products that are made to insulate exposed pipes, such as pipe sleeves and UL-listed heat cables and heat tapes can also help in preventing pipes from freezing during cold temperatures. Consider engaging an experienced plumber to ensure that the water pipes are carefully wrapped for better insulation.

The flow of water throughout the home is controlled by the main water valve. Turning it off when a pipe bursts can help prevent more leakage until a professional plumber arrives. The valve should be easily located and should always be in a working condition. Test the valve by turning on the faucet in the sink or bathtub, and then turn the main water valve off. The water that is flowing in the sink or bathtub should turn off fully. If the main water valve is not working, consider calling a professional plumber to replace the valve.

Engaging with an experienced plumber to do routine inspections periodically and to fix minor issues or leaks is one great way to prevent major plumbing emergencies. Maintaining the plumbing system in your home will surely increase your peace of mind.

Ready to hire the right emergency plumber for your home's needs? Call Plumbing For Less in Atlanta today at 404-509-6866.