Emergency Water Leaks: What You Need to Know
Emergency Water Leaks Require a Quick Response
When water is flooding out into your home or business, that constitutes quite an emergency. Water can quickly damage flooring, sheetrock, furniture, appliances, and other parts of your home. That's why with emergency water leaks you need to act fast to help minimize how much damage is caused. When this happens, you just have to remember three easy steps.
Step 1: Shut It Off!
The faster you get your water turned off the better. Outside, usually in your yard, you can remove your meter cover and simply turn your shutoff valve to the 'off' position. This will cut off all water to the property and reduce the damage any emergency water leaks can cause.
In some businesses and homes, you may find your shutoff valve in a different location than your yard. It's a good idea to familiarize yourself with where your water shutoff valve is before you find yourself in an emergency situation.
Step 2: Call Your Favorite Plumber
When a pipe has burst and you're dealing with one or more emergency water leaks, you're going to need a licensed plumber to get everything repaired. The faster you give us a call the faster we can get out to help.
When it comes to emergency water leaks, we provide 24/7 services. At midnight we're certainly not coming out to repair a leaky faucet, but to handle water pouring out of your ceiling or wall or spraying up from your floor we'll definitely be there to help. Simply give us a call and we'll make your emergency our next priority.
Step 3: Clean It Up!
The longer you let water stand on your floor and other surfaces, the more damage there will be. Getting it all cleaned up quickly can save you from costly repairs or insurance claims later.
After suffering from one or more emergency water leaks, start with a shop vac. Get as much of the bulk of the water up as you possibly can with the vacuum, then move to towels. If there is still a lot of moisture, you may need a dehumidifier or remediation service. Taking these steps can avoid not only damage but may prevent mold becoming an issue.
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