Emergency Plumbing

1. GAS LEAKS

Gas leaks can be dangerous and it is VITAL that gas leaks are attended to immediately. If you suspect you may have a gas leak Turn off all gas appliances at the control point or pilot light and contact Vital Flow Plumbing Services now 0478142669

Our Manly Gas Plumbers use the latest in gas leak detection technology. We carry the most up to date equipment so we can find the leak and repair your gas leak problem fast.

Gas leaks can occur in the following areas around your home or business premises:

• Gas meter
• Gas stove
• Gas heater
• Gas Oven
• Gas hot water heater
• Gas BBQ
• Gas bayonet points

Manly Gas leaks are most often detected by smell. However, if you suspect a gas leak that is not immediately noticeable, check and write down the gas meter reading before you go to bed, then check to see if it has changed by morning. If the number on your gas meter has risen overnight, there may be a gas leak that requires attention and we recommend you contact us as soon as possible to locate and address the source of you Gas leak.

2 . BLOCKED DRAINS, BLOCKED SEWERS, BLOCKED STORMWATER & BLOCKED TOILETS

Blocked drains are a common problem experienced at least once in most homes and businesses. There are a number of reasons that drains will block and often the immediate symptom of the blockage is treated but not the underlying cause. Manly blocked drains, blocked sewers, blocked storm water and blocked toilets can cause a variety of complications and blockages can happen when you least expect them! Blocked sewers can cause disruptive overflowing raw sewerage from interfering with your water pressure to causing a host of other drainage issues. Luckily, a professional company such as Vital Flow Plumbing Services can provide effective and timely solutions to unblock your Emergency drainage and return your smooth flow of water and household to normal working conditions.

Vital Flow Plumbing Services specialise in clearing Sewer blockages, Stormwater blockages,blocked toilets and blocked drains. We offer a complete Emergency plumbing and drainage solution for domestic, industrial and commercial situations. We use up to date Drain clearing technology equipment to get you out of trouble and the job done fast.

Some signs you might have a Manly blocked drain Emergency include:

• Gulping or gurgling sounds
• Smelly drain grates
• Toilet water rising above or falling below ordinary levels
• Toilet water taking a long time to subside after flushing
• Floor waste overflowing during showering

If you are experiencing an Emergency blocked drain or overflowing drains of any sort cease using any water or tipping water down the drain and call Vital Flow Plumbing Services for advice and prompt Emergency service.

3. MANLY BURST PIPES & LEAKS

A Manly burst pipe or leaking pipe is classed as a water emergency and can cause serious damage to the structure of a building and electrical wiring. It is Vital to take action as soon as you discover a burst water pipe.

What to do in a burst pipe situation:

1. Turn off main water supply.

Turn off the water supply at the main. If you are unsure of the location of the main or how to turn off the water supply, contact Vital Flow Plumbing Services 24/7 for immediate advice and assistance. In the instance of an Emergency hot water leak, turn off the main water supply and the hot water supply. Our team at Vital Flow Plumbing services can guide you through this process.

2. Drain the system

Once the main water supply has been turned off, turn on all cold water taps to drain remaining water in the pipes. Only drain the hot water taps, when the hot water supply has also been turned off.

3. Turn off electrics

If water from the burst pipe or leaking pipe is near electrics or appliances, switch off the mains power immediately.

Vital Flow Plumbing Services are available 24/7 for your plumbing,water leaks and draining emergencies. Don’t hesitate to call for professional advice and prompt service.

4. MANLY BURST HOT WATER HEATER – NO HOT WATER

Leaking or burst hot water heaters can really be a nuisance and usually always become an emergency. When we have a whole family to shower it usually doesn’t matter If your burst hot water heater is inside or outside. You will need it repaired quickly and efficiently.

If there is water all through the house you can try to isolate the hot water heater by turning off the water meter, however a more practical solution is to turn the hot water heater off itself. This allows cold water to still be used throughout the property and allows toilets and cold water taps to still function.

General recommendations to control your emergency situation.

1. Locate your hot water heater. It may be outside, inside on top of the roof or in the roof space.
2. Determine the energy source: gas, electric, solar or heat pump.
3. Determine the type of heater: storage or instantaneous.

THE MANLY EMERGENCY PLUMBER YOU CAN COUNT ON

Quite often when people call our emergency phone number, we are able to talk them through their problem to a point where they can prevent any further issue until our technician reaches on site. This simple talk through the process over the phone can also be conducted at any time of night and with great advice, we will usually save you an after hours call out fee.

On the occasion we cannot help you over the phone we will be there immediately for further expert advice and emergency repairs or replacement. Do not hesitate to call us. Your plumbing is a vital element to your household! A Manly technician is here to help,we are on call and only minutes away.