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Burst Water Pipes Gold Coast

Has one of your water pipes burst? or do you suspect a burst pipe? DCM Plumbing is a Gold Coast-based plumber who can locate the leak and repair it.

Burst Water Pipes Need Repairing?

A burst water pipe is a challenge you can never prepare for. Financially, practically and logistically you can’t factor a burst pipe into life the way you can a renovation or scheduled plumbing works. Our plumbers can fix burst water pipes in Gold Coast and surrounding suburbs. 

So, to minimise disruption, when a water pipe bursts, you need someone who can be there immediately.

DCM Plumbing is a Gold Coast-based plumber who can locate a leak, repair it and help you complete paperwork to submit to local council to request a rebate on any excess water consumption charges you may incur due to this leak.

If you have an emergency burst pipe you need to locate your water meter and turn it off by turning the valve clockwise until it stops. Then call DCM to arrange a plumber to carry out repairs as quickly as possible to limit the inconvenience to your household.

Top Tip – Your water meter can usually be found at the front left or right of the property in a green or black lidded box, or next to a toilet or under a sink if you are living in a unit.

What to do if you suspect a burst water pipe:

  • Stop using all water in or outside the house (including taps, washing machine, dishwasher and toilets).
  • Locate the water meter and make a note of the digits on the meter (including the red digits and dials).
  • Re-read the meter in an hour (remember, don’t use the household water in this time).
  • If the digits have moved, it’s likely that a leak is present.
  • Turn off the water supply at the meter immediately to avoid excess water usage charges and call a licensed plumber.
  • DCM Plumbing is fully licensed and provides a same-day service to avoid the leak causing damage to the property.

need an emergency repair for your burst water pipe?

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HOW TO SPOT A BURST WATER PIPE:

CAUSES OF BURST WATER PIPE:

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Our Burst Pipe Plumbers Go The EXTRA MILE

If you’ve already received a larger than average water bill, Gold Coast City Council may offer relief for high usage caused by concealed water leaks.

If we carry out a repair that will qualify for relief on your water bill, we’ll send you a form to apply for a rebate along with details of the repair and the first meter reading. Take a look at the form here.

All you need to do is complete your personal details and take a second meter reading a week after the repair and send your application to Gold Coast City Council.

Tip: GCCC only allow three relief applications in a ten-year period, so make sure the water bill is excessive enough to warrant a claim

Plumbing work carried out in Queensland must be completed by a licensed plumber with the appropriate endorsements. 

If you suspect a burst water pipe, call DCM Plumbing. Our plumbers can locate and fix burst water pipes in Gold Coast and surrounding suburbs. 

BURST WATER PIPES FAQs

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If you suspect a burst water pipe, your best bet is to call a professional, licensed plumber – and if you’re on the Gold Coast, you should call DCM Plumbing. Our burst pipe plumbers will go the extra mile and identify the root cause and ensure that it is dealt with quickly and effectively in order to minimise any future problems. 

Water hammer is a phenomenon caused by rapidly moving water coming to a sudden stop because of a tap being turned off. It is also known as hydraulic shock. It sounds like a hammer hitting your pipes and is caused by the shockwave of the water stopping suddenly, causing the pipes to shake and hit the wall if they are close to one. You’ll most likely know it when you hear it. 

If left untreated, bad water hammer can damage your pipes over time, causing them to loosen from their straps and supports and may even lead to a burst pipe. This is why you should contact DCM Plumbing today if you notice any water hammer issues in your home! 

Whilst there’s no set answer, most burst pipes are fixed within a few hours, however, some may be fixed in as little as 15 minutes. It depends entirely on the severity of the damage, the material of the pipe (the plumber may need to locate certain materials), and the ease of access to the pipe (an underground pipe is much harder to access than one under your bathroom sink!). 

Fixing a pipe that is inside of a wall is a tricky task, so it’s best left to the professionals; and if you’re on the Gold Coast, there’s no better burst pipe plumber than DCM Plumbing, so contact us today. That being said, if you do need to fix a burst pipe inside of a wall yourself, here is how to do it: 

  1. The first order of business is to turn off the water at your meter or the isolation valve that controls the tap. Once that’s done, turn on the tap to remove any remaining water in it.
  2. Remove the section of the damaged drywall that is directly over the leak. Only do this once you are absolutely sure where the leak is located!
  3. Once you have access to the pipe, locate the exact location of the rupture. 
  4. Place a container under the pipe. The repair will most likely be quite messy so placing a container underneath will make it easier to clean up after. 

Next, you have a few options. To repair the burst pipe you can use any of these to patch up the hole: 

  1. If the pipe is plastic, the section needs to be cut out and replaced
  2. If it’s copper, you may be able to solder a small pinhole leak, otherwise, you’ll also have to cut out the section and replace it 
  3. Total replacement of the pipe

Again, this type of work can be expensive and time-consuming, and the right material depends on the material of the pipe. It’s best to leave it to a professional and save yourself the headache!

Yes, over time a dripping tap can lead to damage to your home as the water seeps into the surrounding areas. It will also lead to pools of stagnant festering water which can lead to mould and germ growth. Yuck! Best to get it sorted ASAP. 

A burst flexi hose can be a real problem, so if you notice a burst flexi hose be sure to address it straight away. Your best bet is to turn off the water from the mains immediately and contact a Gold Coast emergency plumber like DCM. 



What To Do About a Blocked Sewer

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Blocked sinks & basins
These can be caused locally by hair and gunk stuck around plug hole and pipework leading from the sink into the main household drainage system. Pop up plugs are the biggest culprit of this problem as they can be tricky to get out to clean. The usual scenario to clear a blockage local to a sink/basin is to first plunge to see if this pushes anything within the trap and pipework down into the main drainage system. If this doesn’t clear it, the next step is to undo the trap under the sink or basin to see if there are any foreign objects stuck in it. If there are, it’s just a matter of emptying is out, cleaning the trap and reinstalling it. If when the trap is reinstalled water still isn’t getting away then the blockage is usually not local to the sink or basin and needs to be investigated further.
Blocked Showers & baths
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Blocked toilets
If your bathroom seems to suffer from sewer smells every once in a while, but doesn’t show signs of any blockages, you may benefit from fitting a device in your floor waste that prevents sewer smells from travelling back up into the room. If you have a consistently unpleasant odour coming from your drains, call a plumber
Blocked basins
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Blocked kitchen sinks
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When a dig up repair isn’t preferable
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Jetter/CCTV drain camera/Locator
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