Plumber Bournemouth

Toilet Overflowing

If you find that your toilet bowl is overflowing, it’s important to take action before water spills out onto the floor, potentially damaging your property. An overflowing toilet can be caused by several factors. It may have been blocked by wipes or sanitary products. Or, the float mechanism may be malfunctioning. The best way to figure out what’s wrong is to consult an emergency plumber.

A plumber will be able to shut off the water flow to assess the problem. If there is a blockage, they may apply vertical pressure with a plunger to remove the debris. For more difficult to remove blockages, they may use an auger. 

Signs your toilet is blocked include:

• Strange noises from the pipe
• Toilet refuses to flush
• Leaking toilet

If you fear your toilet is blocked or overflowing, contact the professionals straight away. Blocked toilets can cause structural damage to your property and even health hazards to its occupants. Read our guide on what to do with a blocked toilet. 

Clogged Drain

Clogged drains are a common occurrence. And often are easily preventable. To avoid a clogged drain, ensure grease, oil, coffee and other debris doesn’t end up down your sink drain. Clogs are caused by a buildup of debris in your pipes. If you still end up with a clogged drain that won’t drain at all, call in a plumber. The plumber may apply a plunger, auger or drain snake to remove the clog. 

Some people use drain unblockers to fix clogged drains and these can be effective. However, this is a temporary fix. For a long term solution, contact a professional plumber. 

Signs your drain is clogged include:

• Bad smells coming from the drain
• Gurgling noises
• Drain overflowing

Burst Pipe

Burst pipes can cause extensive damage to domestic and commercial properties. They can be caused by corrosion, the freeze-thaw cycle, tree roots or even accidental damage. If there is too much pressure on a pipe, it will expand and split. A burst pipe can release gallons of water every hour if left untreated. 

An emergency plumber can advise whether you’ll need a pipe replacement. They will be able to shut off your water supply to assess the problem. 

Signs you have a burst pipe include:

• Rotten smells coming from your drains
• Puddles underneath appliances
• Noisy pipes
• Sounds of rushing water
• No or low water pressure

If you suspect you have a burst pipe, it is advisable to remove any nearby furniture to minimise potential damage. 

Read our guide on what to do when your pipes burst.

Leaking Tap

A leaking tap isn’t always an emergency. However, if left, it can cause substantial damage. Typically, leaking taps are due to worn washers, but it can be caused by bigger issues such as an ineffective O-ring seal. If you’re concerned, call your emergency plumber in Bournemouth.  

Leaking Pipe

The fix for a leaking pipe will depend entirely on the source of the leak. If, for example, the leak is at the pipe joint, tightening the joint may solve the leak. If it is elsewhere on the pipe, a rubber patch or waterproof tape over the leak might temporarily solve the issue. A leaking pipe might not seem like an emergency, but over time it can cause serious problems. Not to mention increasing your water bills. 

Read our guide on what to do when you find a water leak.

Broken Water Heater

If your water heater is broken, the tank might be leaking, water might be too hot or too cold, or you might notice a strange colour or smell to the water. If you notice any of these things, contact a local plumber to address the issue. 

Low Water Pressure

Low water pressure can be caused by a number of things. It could be due to a burst water main, pipe corrosion or issues with the pipe components. If low water pressure is causing you hassle, a trained emergency plumber will be able to test using a water pressure gauge and advise you on the cause and possible fixes. 

Backed Up Sewer

Backed up sewers can cause potentially serious and expensive damage to properties. Health hazards, associated flooding and damage to property are all factors of back up sewers. These can be caused by tree roots or other items blocking pipes such as wipes, grease and sanitary products. It’s important that you contact your emergency plumber as soon as possible if your sewer is backed up. 

Leaking Appliances

When an appliance starts leaking, it can cause damage to your surrounding walls and floor, leaving mould, rotting beams and affecting the overall building structure. Contact a plumber to come and deal with any leaking appliances, such as washing machines, sooner rather than later.

Remember, if you notice a leak, don’t just ignore it. What might seem minor could cause serious damage to your property.