What's Wrong With My Plumbing?
Select your symptoms below for an instant diagnosis covering probable cause, severity level, emergency status, and recommended repairs.
Your water heater has lost heating capability. In North Alabama, hard water sediment accumulation commonly burns out upper or lower electric heating elements.
Plumbing Emergency Action Checklist
During a critical plumbing emergency, acting in the first 10 minutes prevents thousands of dollars in water and structural damage.
1. Shut Off Main Water
Locate your main shutoff valve near the foundation entry or curb meter box and turn the lever clockwise 90 degrees.
2. Depressurize the System
Open your lowest outdoor garden hose bibb and indoor cold faucets to drain remaining water out of the pipes, relieving hydraulic pressure from the leak.
3. Shut Off Water Heater Power
Once water is shut off, switch off the 240V breaker or turn the gas valve to 'PILOT' to prevent dry-firing elements.