Emergency Plumbing Services in Toronto: What’s Covered?

Coming home after a long day at work, or a restful relaxing vacation only to find you are in the middle of a plumbing emergency. 

You reach for your cell and begin to dial, but do you know what is classed as an emergency, and is, therefore, a service your plumber offers? The smallest of things can be an inconvenience, but not necessarily an emergency. 

A Water Mains Break

The water mains are how the water enters your home. It allows you to have clean fresh running water for cooking, cleaning, bathing, and more. Any failure involving this can be extremely disruptive and costly. 

Not only do you need to deal with the issue itself, but there are regulations that you need to adhere to to comply within Toronto and the GTA. Failure to comply with these and you face fines on top of the repair bill. 

Getting these issues fixed quickly allows your normal life to resume with water flowing at a cost-efficient, maximum pressure. 

Cracked, Burst, or Collapsed Pipes

Winter in Canada is harsh, and without the proper preparation and insulation, it’s our plumbing that can really suffer. With temperatures dropping to the extreme negatives, pipes can crack and burst in the cold, leading to flooding and emergency situations. 

Old pipes that have not been maintained can eventually crack and collapse under the pressure of being used. This is more common in pipes that run under the ground in your backyard and lead to your basement resulting in water-logged backyards. 

Tree roots are a danger that most don’t consider when you think of plumbing. There are no tree roots within the house (or at least there shouldn’t be) but outside in the front and back yards, there could be large trees, small trees, and even some shrubs with persistent roots, that can work their way into the smallest of cracks and open up the pipes searching for water, leading to the pipes ultimate demise. 

Clogged Drains and Backed Up Sewers

Clogged drains anywhere in the home are not much fun. But with a quick shot of drain cleaner or a snake through the toilet, the clog is gone. 

But not all clogs are the same, or that easy to get rid of. There are some that are too far down the drain for the average snake to reach, or too thick and greasy for a commercially bought drain cleaner to power through. 

Backed-up sewers are also something that perhaps you should not tackle alone. Not only can you be dealing with raw sewage, but the smell can also cause the bravest of stomachs to heave. 

Sewers need immediate attention, with the health risk they pose, they should not be left for longer than necessary. Aside from sewage entering the home, the ground surrounding the pipes can also become contaminated, and then there are environmental challenges to overcome. 

These clogs and sewer issues require professional attention and your emergency plumber Toronto is there ready to take your call.

Overflowing Toilet

When all the moving parts inside your toilet move and function properly, you should never have to worry about it overflowing. 

But with the greatest of intentions and purest of diets, we all experience an overflowing toilet at some point. While the occasional go with a plunger is expected, having to use it every single time someone uses it is a sign that you should call in the professionals. 

Many things can cause your toilet to overflow, such as too much paper, incorrect installations, or neighbours putting items down their toilets that don’t belong there. This can cause your system to back up as well as theirs. 

Whatever the eventual cause is determined to be, a plumber should already be on site and dealing with the issue. 

Failed Sump Pump

The little-known sump pump lives in your basement and works hard to remove excess water from flooding your basement. This pump works very hard in the spring as the snow melts and the heavy rains start. 

It’s a flood protection device that should it fail, will lead to instantaneous flooding and costly repairs. Many devices and appliances in the home should be subject to regular maintenance, and this is one of them. We can go for a short time without a washing machine or even a shower, but the sump pump is that one device that you cannot afford to have fail. 

In The Event of an Emergency

Don’t Panic! Emergencies love it when you panic, you make costly mistakes and the situation can spiral out of control. The first thing to do is to shut off the water. This will prevent more water from flowing in and increasing the damage that has already been done. Then take a deep breath. 

Once the situation has become clear, take photos for your insurance company and try to see where the problem originated. For the multitasker, do this while on the phone with the plumber to get assistance as quickly as possible. 

Most situations can be prevented. Avoiding chemical cleaners, putting things that don’t belong in toilets into the garbage instead, and regular cleaning and maintenance are just some of the things you can do. 

Drain King Plumbers Emergency Services

All the scenarios above are covered by the Drain King Plumbers. 

Working quickly to come to your home, assess the situation, and then clearly communicate the problem and solution for you is why they are the top plumbers in the GTA. 

The skill and knowledge that they have gained through the years of dedicated service put them among the top most trusted plumbers, offering 24/7 emergency services most other companies don’t.

Combined with the knowledge and know-how to provide other regular services, such as the maintenance of your water heater, drain cleaning, and even renovations, there is no need to call anyone else. 

When an emergency hits, call 1-833-983-5663 to have the Drain King plumbing team come to your aid. You can also go online to check out the range of other services and request a free quote, and new customers save $25 on their first call out.