1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration has been providing expert emergency services to home and business owners in Oceanside, CA, and surrounding communities since 2012. Our team of licensed Oceanside, CA plumbers are available 24/7 to tackle whatever plumbing problem you may be experiencing. In most cases, we can be onsite within an hour of your call.

Some of the most common Oceanside, CA plumbing emergencies we encounter include:

• Damaged pipes and fixtures
• Overflowing toilets
• Water heater leaks and other water heater issues
• Clogged drains
• Sewage line backups
• Water pressure issues

Stop a Plumbing Emergency From Becoming a Plumbing Disaster

Waiting for a plumber to arrive can seem like an eternity when you have a burst water pipe spraying water all over the place. A broken 1/2″ pipe can gush up to 50 gallons of water per minute! It only takes a few hours for a plumbing emergency to become a plumbing disaster.

To reduce the damage caused by a damaged or leaking pipe or plumbing fixture, here are some steps you can take to mitigate any potential damage:

Shut the Water Off

If you can’t stop the leak, shut the water off. You can do this by closing the water supply valve for the affected pipe or fixture. If this doesn’t work, or you can’t find the particular valve, you can always use your home’s main shut-off valve (usually located on the outside of your home) to stop the flow of water into your home.

Tighten the Joints

If the pipe is leaking at a joint, it may be because the fittings are loose or damaged. Try using an adjustable wrench to tighten the joint until the plumbers arrive. Take care not to make it too tight.

Patch the Pipe

There are several materials, including duct tape, plumber’s tape, epoxy putty, pipe putty, pipe wraps, etc. that can be applied to temporarily patch a leaking pipe.

Oceanside, CA Water Damage Restoration Services

A plumbing emergency can cause a big mess. Any water damage needs to be addressed as soon as repairs are complete. If your walls, carpeting, floors, and ceilings aren’t properly cleaned and dried after the leak is fixed, you could find yourself dealing with mold, structural damage, and other problems.

Good news: In addition to our outstanding emergency plumbing services, 1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration also provides expert Oceanside, CA water damage restoration services. Once repairs have been completed we can take immediate steps to prevent further water-related damage to your home.

Our goal is to protect and save as many of your belongings as possible while reducing the damage to your property. We’ll assess any affected art, furniture, books, and other personal belongings to determine what can be restored or salvaged. We use industrial-grade fans, wet vacs, pumps, and other equipment to dry all carpet and indoor surfaces. To prevent mold growth, we clean and dehumidify impacted areas.

1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration is Oceanside, CA’s first choice for outstanding plumbing, water damage, and mold damage services. Contact us through our website or call us at 866-437-0205 to schedule a visit from an experienced Oceanside, CA plumber.