Depending on if you can accurately locate the source of the flooding; the cause of a plumbing emergency may or may not be limited to a single area, such as an appliance. Appliance drains are susceptible to flooding, which is most commonly caused by clogged drains. Check the drain trap and drain areas, ensuring that these areas are clear and free of debris.

In cold climates such as Kelowna, the most common emergency plumbing issue is pipes bursting due to freezing. As temperatures reach well below zero during winter months, improperly insulated pipes, such as those located in crawl spaces or attic areas, can freeze rapidly, particularly in a cold snap or sustained periods of wind chill.  Disaster can strike without any warning, as unsuspecting home dwellers are carrying out their day-to-day activities, such as laundry, running a bath, dishwasher, etc. Freezing temperatures cause ice to form inside your pipes, eventually causing a complete blockage, which inevitably leads to water pressure expansion and failure of the affected pipe.

A variety of faults can occur with taps – most commonly they will either leak or they will not turn off, which can waste water and cost money – or worse still, cause flood damage. If this should occur, then obviously it will need attending to immediately.  Even before your emergency plumber arrives, be sure to turn off the valve below the sink, or, if this cannot be located, the main water supply. Taps come in various designs and can be quite complicated and expensive to fix. As tempting as it may be to try to adjust or fix the problem yourself, this can often only worsen the situation, so it is best to leave it to an emergency plumbing Kelowna expert.

Children are naturally curious, and often surprise us with the extent they can go to in satisfying their curiosity. When emergency plumbers are called to troubleshoot, they are sometimes surprised what at they find. Empty toilet rolls, wallets, phones and toys are among the most common objects that cause plumbing problems. Typically these are objects children attempt to flush down toilets; many of these items become lodged within the early stages of your drain system.