Burst Water Pipes Gold Coast

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.