24/7 Emergency Plumbing Service

If you’re facing a plumbing emergency in your home, we recommend taking these steps before calling Done Right Plumbing:

1. Shut off your water supply

The first thing you should do is to locate your water valve and shut off your water supply. If there’s a burst pipe, a major clog, or any other plumbing problem, it’s important to stop the water flow in your pipes and prevent any further issues.

2. Turn off your hot water unit and electric appliances

Now that your water supply is off, you should also switch off your hot water system, along with unplugging any electric appliances in your house. Why? Because if there’s a leak, it could potentially damage your devices, leading to more costs.

3. Drain your pipes

You’ve stopped the water flow, but you’ll still need to get any remaining water out of your pipes. Turn on faucets in your kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and any other room with a sink to drain the water from your pipes, moving it away from potentially damaged areas.

4. Assess the damage

If it’s safe to do so, you should try to observe the problem area and take note of any strange details, like damaged plumbing parts, weird noises, or other signs of plumbing issues. This information will help us speed up the diagnostic process and provide the right solution even faster.

5. Fix small leaks

If you’re dealing with a small leak, and you have plumber’s tape on hand, you can use it to temporarily stop the issue until one of our plumbers arrives. If you don’t have any plumber’s tape, you can place a bucket underneath the leak to prevent water damage to your property.

6. Call Done Right Plumbing Melbourne

Now that you’ve taken these steps, it’s time to call the professionals and get the plumbing problem taken care of. Thanks to your actions and your information on the issue at hand, our plumbing experts can jump to work and take the stress off of your shoulders.

Typically, you can switch off your water supply by turning your stop tap clockwise. You should be able to do this by hand, but if it’s jammed, you’ll likely need a spanner to get the job done.

• Overflowing Toilet: This can be a frustrating problem to face, but luckily, it can also be easy to fix with the right equipment. If you’re sure the issue is a clog, you can use a plunger or a drain snake to get the pipes flowing once more. If you suspect another problem, it’s best to call a plumber to assess the situation.
• Leaking Faucet: A dripping tap can get annoying (and expensive) fast. Luckily, you may be able to take care of it yourself! The problem is usually down to a faulty part, like a loose O-ring or a corroded valve seat. You can find these replacement products at your local plumbing or hardware shop, with a wealth of beginner-friendly tutorials online. Of course, if you don’t feel confident tackling the problem yourself, one of our plumbers will come to the rescue.
• Sewer Backup: If you’ve noticed a bad odour from your drains or sinks, you’re likely dealing with a backed-up sewer. This issue can be a serious risk to your health, so we recommend calling a plumber from Done Right Plumbing ASAP. This problem requires specific tools, expertise, and safety procedures, so it’s important to leave it to the professionals.
• Burst Pipes: When too much water pressure loosens your pipe joints, or the parts are old and rusted, they can rupture or burst. In this situation, you should call Done Right Plumbing as quickly as possible. This issue needs to be resolved by a professional plumber, as it can lead to electrical problems, structural issues, and serious water damage.
• Clogged Drains: Clogged drains usually happen when there’s a buildup of some kind — hair, shower products, soap scum, and any foreign objects. If the problem isn’t too dire, you can likely use a drain snake, plunger, or a chemical drain cleaner to remove the debris. If this doesn’t work or the problems keep coming back, it’s time to call in a plumber.

The best way to prevent a plumbing emergency is regular maintenance. This gives you an understanding of your home’s plumbing conditions, allowing you to see certain problems building up long before they turn into a full-blown problem.

Done Right Plumbing Melbourne offers quality plumbing maintenance services to keep expensive issues at bay.

Done Right Plumbing Melbourne should be your number-one call for any and all plumbing emergencies. We offer 24/7, round-the-clock services, with unparalleled customer service and competitive prices to protect your home and your bank account. Call us today for a quote and a plan to fix your plumbing problem in a flash.

In the case of a small leak, you can use plumber’s tape or epoxy putty to seal the crack and temporarily stop the leak while you wait for one of our plumbers to arrive.

Make sure the pipe is as dry as possible before you place the putty or tape on top, as this will help it adhere properly.

If you don’t have these products on hand, you can simply place a bucket underneath the leak.

A plunger can help you clear a clog in your toilet, sink, or shower drain. If this doesn’t work, try a drain-cleaning solution. If that still doesn’t work, then it’s time to call in a professional plumber.

A plunger is the easiest tool for unclogging your toilet. If you don’t own one, then the solution will depend on what exactly is clogging your toilet. If it’s typical waste, then time or hot water down the toilet will likely dissolve the problems.

If it’s something more solid, like your child’s toy or another foreign object, then it’s definitely a job for a drain snake or time to buy a plunger. If you still can’t get your toilet unclogged, you’ll need a professional plumber to assess the situation.