Plumbing emergencies are often messy, unpleasant, and inconvenient, and you’ll likely encounter them every so often. Fortunately, a professional can easily fix many of these issues, and there are ways to manage the problem until help arrives. Here’s more information about the most common issues and what you can do.

3 Common Plumbing Emergencies

1. Clogged Sewer Line

Sewer line blockages may occur when tree roots grow into the main pipe, preventing solid and liquid waste from passing through the system. As a result, you may notice raw sewage backups in your toilets, tubs, and drains. Open the sewer cleanouts in your yard to relieve some of the pressure in the pipes, and hire a plumbing contractor to clear the root material.

2. Pipe Leak

This issue typically occurs when old plumbing components weaken and deteriorate. Pipes made from metal, such as iron and steel, may corrode over time, allowing water to drip through cracks and gaps. Wrap the damaged pipes with vinyl tape to prevent the water from damaging your floor until a plumber can repair or replace them.

3. Slow Drain

In many cases, slow drains are the result of clogs. Blockages may form due to flushing the wrong items, such as cooking oils, cat litter, and cotton balls. Although some liquid drain cleaners seem effective, they’ll corrode your pipes. Instead, hire a professional plumber to clear blockages with line jetting.

 

If you are experiencing any of these emergencies, contact the reliable team at Paradise Plumbing in Haleiwa, HI. These professionals have been providing plumbing repairs to Oahu homeowners for over 15 years. They are equipped to tackle indoor issues, like leaky pipes and clogged drains, as well as outdoor problems, such as main line backups. View their services online, or call (808) 368-1473 to schedule emergency service.