Emergency Plumber

Your household plumbing takes no time off. That means when something goes wrong, there is a good chance it can be at an inconvenient time—as many plumbing companies are closed for normal business hours. Depending on the severity of your plumbing problem, you may not have time to wait for normal business hours to schedule a service call. This is where a plumbing company that offers emergency plumbing repairs, or a 24-hour plumber can help.

24-hour emergency plumbing services offer on-call plumbing assistance that can be reached at any hour of the day or night. While these heating and plumbing service options may run you a higher than normal cost, having access to immediate, expert assistance and a timely response can save you thousands in further repairs. In this article, we’ll reveal some of the things you can do to prepare for your plumber’s arrival that can help pave the way for a smoother and faster resolution to the issue.

Explain in Detail What Is Going On

As helpful as it can be to reveal everything you can about your home’s plumbing situation, a surprising number of homeowners are reluctant to offer important details that will help to solve the problems you’re having. Sometimes, this is because some critical facts might feel embarrassing to admit. For example, if you know your plumbing system was poorly installed, or if you haven’t emptied your septic tank in too many years, this can be uncomfortable news to reveal. But there's no need to feel self-conscious!

The truth is that any experienced, knowledgeable plumber has seen it all and done it all—and just needs the facts to help you in the fastest and most efficient way possible. Straightforward information will allow your plumber to diagnose the problem and find a solution for it without delay. The sooner he can get to the root problem of the issue, the faster you can expect to have your plumbing system working normally again.

Locate Any Main Plumbing Fixtures

Often times, we think we know where everything is in our homes until the need for it becomes urgent. Explore around your house to familiarize yourself with your plumbing system – especially the location of your main water shut-off valve. Many homeowners do not know where this is as they've never had to use it. However, in severe leak or burst pipe situations, it can be the most critical step you take to prevent water damage to your home prior to your plumber's arrival. (Tip: the next time you have a service call, ask us to locate it for you!)

Clean and Clear the Areas Near the Repair Site

To enable a speedy repair it's important that the workspace is not messy or cluttered. Since plumbers will most likely be in your bathroom or kitchen, it would be a good idea to organize the area to avoid your plumber having to move any of your personal items. This can also ensure that your plumber has enough room to set his tools and any materials he may need to get the job done.

Keep Pets Away from Hazardous Areas

At Varsity, we consider pets to be a part of the family! As much as we'd love to give them all of our attention, we want to make sure they're safe while we're servicing your home. This is why it is best to keep your pets gated in a separate room or in the backyard while your plumber is in and around the house. If you're dealing with a non-pet-friendly company, keeping the strangers away will make your furry family member feel more secure and comfortable as well.

24 Hour Plumbing Services in Long Island

For over 50 years, Varsity Home Service has grown from a small, Long Island family business into the area’s premier choice for plumbing and heating services. Our commitment to customer service has earned us an A+ BBB rating and thousands of high ratings from satisfied customers. Varsity Home Service’s team is comprised of certified professionals that have been background checked and hand-selected. To set up an appointment for your emergency plumbing repairs, fill out the online quote form or give us a call.