Burst Pipes Ballarat

A burst pipe is considered a plumbing emergency, depending on the location of the pipe and the amounts of water that constantly flow through it, the situation can vary from mild to an absolute disaster. 
The worst case scenario would be if a pipe bursts inside the house, causing a lot of water to flood the house. If you are not there to turn off the water supply, this can lead to a serious carpet and floor damage and can even damage your furniture. As you can imagine, this scenario would also be quite an expensive one, as you don’t only need to fix the pipe, but replace the flooring, which is not made to withstand such a soaking, and also replace the damaged furniture. If a pipe bursts outside, the damage is not that bad, but it can soak your whole backyard and affect your outdoor structures like porches, veggie gardens, greenhouses, etc, and even the foundation of your house if it is affected by the flood.

What to do when you notice a pipe has burst?

Here are the first four steps you can take to reduce the damage:

• Turn off all the taps, and turn off the main water supply. The main switch is usually attached to the water meter, which is located at the front of your house, near the fence line. It is usually close to a tap, and it has an ON/OFF valve. Turn it off. Soon you should see the waterflow from the pipe slow down.
  
• Control the flood and try to save all the carpeted areas as this is where the damage is the worst. It is a good idea to keep lots of towels in the house for such instances, as they are great to contain the flooded areas.
  
• Call us ASAP and we will get there as quickly as possible to help get the situation under control.
  

Ballarat Emergency Burst Pipe Plumber

As you already understand by now, a burst pipe is considered a real emergency. Plumbers Ballarat always has a fast response team ready to tackle these types of urgent enquiries. Our team is licenced and certified, we are fully qualified to deal with these situations as well as have a lot of experience in the area. We have the know-how to deal with all kinds of different burst pipe situations, indoor or outdoor, inside a wall or underground, we can handle it quickly, to minimize the damage to your home. We will also advise the best possible solution, whether it is smarter to just fix the pipe, or replace the whole section of the system to avoid further disasters. If you are in Ballarat, we are one of the best local options for you, as we can get to your place the fastest. Our plumbers are located all around Ballarat, so we will make sure to send the one that is closest to you!

Plumbing and Pipe Maintenance - How to avoid a burst pipe?

Plumbing system needs to be quite strong and resilient to have a long lifespan, it is actually working much harder than you would think. Pipes need to handle a lot of water flowing through them, the flow suddenly starting and stopping, valves opening and closing, pressure building and releasing. And this goes for taps, showers, appliances like washing machines and dishwashers and the outside sprinklers. Your pipes are working hard to deliver a seamless experience of using water in your home day to day. Burst pipes sometimes start from a small leak, but these can go unnoticed for a while. This is why doing an occasional plumbing maintenance check is a good idea!
As soon as you realize that there is a leak in a water pipe, organise a plumber to come and fix it straight away and maybe ask them to check the rest of your plumbing system too, just to be safe. When leaks are noticed and fixed early on, you can reduce the chances of a disaster later on. 
Here are some indications that you might have a burst pipe:

Increase in Water Bill

If your water bill suddenly got more expensive without any changes to your water usage, the chances are high that you have a leaking or burst pipe somewhere. Get in touch and book an inspection ASAP.

Soaking Yard

So it hasn’t rained much but there is a big puddle of water in your backyard, and it keeps getting worse...This is most likely a burst underground pipe. We are fully qualified to deal with this situation, give us a call!

Low Water Pressure

Many things can cause low water pressure. Mainly there is a blockage somewhere in the pipes, but sometimes, it could be a leaking burst pipe that has gone unnoticed. Since some of the water is leaking out, the other pipes and taps have reduced pressure as a result.

We Repair Burst Pipes

It is possible to prevent burst pipes in some cases if you know what to look for. Corrosion is the main culprit when it comes to leaking and burst pipes. So as soon as you notice corrosion on your plumbing system, you should consider getting this bit replaced. Corrosion is only the first stage, it will always eventually become a crack, allowing the water to leak out. Sometimes, instead of the leak, if the corrosion is bad enough and suddenly expands, it can lead directly to a burst pipe. If you are not sure about the state of your pipes but suspect some of them might be old and corroded, give us a call, we will do a quick inspection and advise if the pipes should be replaced or not. We advise you to do a visual check of your pipes once every few months to make sure everything is fine and there are no potential leaks on the horizon. This small task can save you a lot of money and headache. Plumbers Ballarat is here for you if you have a leaky or burst pipe, as well as general inspection and maintenance. Give us a call!

Why do pipes burst?

Pipes can burst for multiple reasons. Remember, your plumbing system is constantly under a lot of pressure. So all the parts in the system must be strong and in good condition for optimal function. Wear and tear can cause weak spots to emerge in your plumbing system, weakening some areas of the structure. Eventually cracks will form on these weakened spots. Some of the most common reasons for burst pipes: ​

Old Pipes

Pipes are usually made of galvanized steel or PVC, but nothing lasts forever. Especially if you live in an older house, the pipes are more susceptible to damage like leaks or burst pipes, just because of their age. Consider having your old pipes upgraded to avoid this scenario.

Pipe Leak

Leaking pipes should not be ignored. Small leaks quickly become bigger leaks, until they become burst pipes. It is always more economical and easier to fix the situation while the leak is still small.

Cold Pipes

When temperatures drop below zero, we get a lot more calls for burst pipes. Water actually expands a lot when it freezes, so suddenly you have ice inside your pipes instead of water, and it literally causes the pipes to burst due to this expansion.

Vibrating Pipes

If you have lived in an older house, you probably know that loud rattling sound when you turn on the tap. This sound is the pipes vibrating because their connections have loosened over the years. If the vibrating is ignored, it can damage your pipes and lead to a leaking or a burst pipe.

Affordable Burst Pipe Plumbers Ballarat

Sometimes pipes can burst without much warning signs at all, in which case you are totally not prepared to deal with it. And especially financially, a sudden expense like that is never an easy thing to deal with, and can no doubt cause some stress. Plumbers Ballarat offers absolutely transparent fixed pricing for all our services, including burst pipes. Depending on the situation, the types of pipes that need replacing, and the extent of the damage, the price can vary quite a bit from project to project. We will quote everything up for free, based on our fixed pricing system. If there are different options for what the new piping should be, we will let you know of the pros and cons of each and let you make the final decision. We want the best for our clients, together we create the Ballarat community, and it is home to us all.
If you have any signs that a burst pipe is a possibility in the near future, or if it just happened, give us a call now for a free quote!