Can Heavy Rain Cause Plumbing Issues?

Heavy rain is not something we expect across most of Summer, is it? Yet, according to the Bureau of Meteorology, La Nina has not finished with us. On the contrary, it sounds and feels like she could even be planning a come-back. 

With storms and floods come specific storm plumbing problemsand flood plumbing problems. Unfortunately, the wet weather appears to be relentless, so chances are many homes across Sydney will begin to experience one or several of these issues. So, what are the most common plumbing problems when it rains? We share the three biggest here and offer advice on how to avoid them. It sounds counterintuitive, but we want you to nip them in the bud before they escalate so you don’t have to call an emergency plumber to the Northern beaches. 

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If you’re reading this and you already have a plumbing emergency in play, grab the phone and call us! We have 24-hour plumberson standby to respond rapidly. In the meantime, the below information should help you avoid having to make such a call…

Get a plumbing health check 

We share some hot tips with you here, so let’s start with the hottest! Prevention is better than cure. Call our team about a plumbing health check on your home, as this is a sure way to avoid a plumbing issue becoming a disaster. It’s one phone call, but it could save you a small fortune in cost, time and stress. 

1. Storms and floods can create earth movement 

Unfortunately, as our friends down in Victoria have directly experienced in recent times, heavy rain can bring significant earth movement. In terms of Sydney suburban residences, this can result in the shifting of underground pipes and drains. Moreover, all that wet soil weighs so much more than it would when dry. The extra load bearing down is enough to cause cracked pipes, something you don’t want on your plate. Only a burst pipe plumbercan fix this level problem. Call our team to assess your pipes' state before the downpour begins, and remember, we’re also available for any pipe relining work you may require. 

2. Tree roots in plumbing 

Tree roots can be a nightmare, especially if they’ve had a lot of stormwater to soak up and they’re subsequently hydrated, happy and keen to roam. Sure, Sydney’s trees are spectacular - from the ground up! Underneath, they can be a household nightmare, a silent and invisible stealth operator that moves with intent. Unfortunately, that intent will bulldoze right through your pipes - nothing stops a Sydney tree root on its mission… Unless it’s a Sydney tree root expert plumber, of course! Call us to conduct a tree root analysis. We will use the latest camera technology and equipment to get a full picture of what is happening below the surface. It doesn’t take long, and you can expect a complete report confirming a clean bill of health or otherwise. Are you experiencing a sluggish toilet flush? That’s usually an early indicator that roots compromise your sewerage pipes, so don’t muck around; call in the experts! 

3. Overflowing gutters 

 Gutters overflowing into eavesis something we expect to see during the middle of the year, right? Certainly not throughout summer. However, if we’re to believe the forecasts, rest assured, we will deal with this problem all summer long. Ironically, it tends to be this time of year we’re cleaning out gutters in preparation for fire season. Instead, we need to keep them clear so they don’t clog up and contribute to additional household flooding if and when the rain kicks in. The best gutter overflow solutionsare the simplest; it’s all about being proactive rather than reactive. Keep your eaves and gutters clear of debris now and as the rain settles in. Regularly check for any mud, debris and other material that rushing water may have carried in. Be sure to clear it out, so it doesn’t make a bad problem worse. If you need professional plumbing for a blocked drain, contact our team. 

Hear from our happy customers 

If you’ve been searching for the best plumber in the Northern suburbs, you’ll want Pav Plumbing on the job. However, if you’ve not used us before, then we understand you may need some peace of mind. Nothing reassures quite like a happy customer, so read our customer testimonials and see what other locals think of us! 

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If you agree that heavy rain can cause plumbing issues, and you want to put a stop to them before they even start, call our team of local plumbers today. Whether you require a home plumbing health check, you have a plumbing emergency, or you’re just after a no-cost, no-obligation quote, we’re here to help!