{"id":1422,"date":"2023-05-15T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-15T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/?p=1422"},"modified":"2023-05-15T14:45:28","modified_gmt":"2023-05-15T18:45:28","slug":"4-plumbing-problems-that-require-emergency-plumbers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/plumbing-service\/4-plumbing-problems-that-require-emergency-plumbers\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Plumbing Problems that Require Emergency Plumbers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-to-Do-When-You-Have-a-Plumbing-Emergency.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-to-Do-When-You-Have-a-Plumbing-Emergency-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"worried-homeowner-mopping-up-water-from-floor\" class=\"wp-image-802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-to-Do-When-You-Have-a-Plumbing-Emergency-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-to-Do-When-You-Have-a-Plumbing-Emergency-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-to-Do-When-You-Have-a-Plumbing-Emergency.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When there\u2019s an issue with your home\u2019s major systems, some are easier to ignore than others. A hot shower that turns to lukewarm by the end probably isn\u2019t going to send you on a search for an <a href=\"\/plumber\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">emergency plumber in Union, NJ<\/a>. But a toilet that seems like it\u2019s about to overflow should definitely be a cause for concern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s go over 4 common plumbing problems that warrant calling a professional plumber for hasty repairs. Not only do these things present health and safety hazards, but they have the potential to become major problems if they\u2019re not addressed as soon as you notice something is amiss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. No Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A lack of water coming from your taps is definitely something you can\u2019t let continue. You rely on water to wash your hands, prepare meals, and flush your toilet. Trying to make do without running water won\u2019t last very long.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few things you can check to make sure the issue is something that\u2019s affecting more than just your home. If you\u2019re not getting water from any of the taps, check with a neighbor to see if they\u2019re having the same problem. If so, there\u2019s probably a water shutoff in your area. Check with the municipal water district.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Clogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That slow drain in your kitchen sink, shower, or bathroom sink isn\u2019t a cause for concern\u2013yet. However, those slow drains are usually caused by a clog. Once you have a clog, the issue can escalate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clogs are usually made of organic material such as fat, oil, soap scum, dirt residue, and a whole slew of other things. The problem with a clog is that once there\u2019s an impediment, all that organic matter causes other things to \u201cstick\u201d to it. That\u2019s how a minor clog can become a major blockage. Call for a prompt plumbing repair to avoid a completely backed-up drain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. A Toilet That Isn\u2019t Draining Properly or Overflowing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An overflowing toilet is a major problem because it\u2019s a health and hygiene issue. No one wants to deal with wastewater contaminating the floor of your bathroom or even worse, if the backflow ends up extending beyond the confines of the bathroom. Call us immediately for an overflowing toilet or one that isn\u2019t draining well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Leaks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A leaky pipe or fixture can be a home\u2019s worst nightmare. If you\u2019ve noticed a leak anywhere in your home, that\u2019s definitely considered a plumbing emergency. Don\u2019t assume that just because a leak seems minor or that you\u2019ve managed to contain it, it won\u2019t become a bigger problem. A small leak doesn\u2019t stay small for long. You don\u2019t want it to get worse over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have been in business since 1912. We are licensed master plumbers and we are available when you need us. Don\u2019t hesitate to call us for same-day emergency plumbing repair for residential and commercial properties.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Established in 1912, Max Sr &amp; Paul Schoenwalder Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, A Corp. is your trusted resource for reliable emergency plumbing repairs. <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/contact\/send-message\"><strong>R<\/strong><\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/contact\/send-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">e<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoenwaldercorp.com\/contact\/send-message\"><strong>ach out to us today.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A hot shower that turns to lukewarm by the end probably isn\u2019t going to send you on a search for an emergency plumber in Union, NJ. 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