Burst Pipe Repairs in London
What is worse than a burst pipe in the kitchen or bathroom just when you are sitting down to dinner or worse still when you are expecting guests? if you have never had the misfortune to have a burst pipe you may not realise the havoc it can cause with water pouring down the stairs and giving carpets, books, and furniture a good soaking.
Accidents can happen at any time but if you sign up for one of our maintenance agreements you will be moving towards preventing such things, but if they do happen we will be there on the double to take care of the trouble.
Most burst pipes are a result of the water in the pipe freezing during cold weather. As the water freezes it expands and if it cannot expand along the pipe it's likely to burst the pipe. Of the water pipes commonly in use plastic, copper and stainless steel are least susceptible to this type of damage, but none of them is 100% safe.
Prevention is the best answer
If you don't have a full maintenance agreement then its best to take some precautions. Before the cold weather strikes check that all your pipes and water tanks are in good condition and make sure they are lagged, this will not only stop the freezing of the pipes but will save energy
If your pipes are not lagged try to get it done as soon as possible. Home edge have crews trained to do such inspections and carry out the necessary repairs. Call our hotline number now and beat the cold to the punch.
In case of a burst pipe emergency...
It’s important to have a basic idea of what to do if a pipe does burst, or you may find yourself standing there watching your house flood.
Following these basic tips will help you to stay in control if you do have a plumbing emergency. If a pipe bursts:
- Make sure you know where your main shut for the your watermain is located. If a pipe does burst the first step is to cut off the water.
- Stay calm. There is always a solution, no matter what the problem is.
- Gain a basic understanding of your plumbing system.
- Keep the Home Edge emergency number where you can find it easily.
At the end of the day the best solution is having a well maintained plumbing system as well as knowledge about the system.
A Home Edge maintenance agreement is an even better solution..
