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When your home is flooding, every minute counts, so we answer the phone 24 hours a day and attend urgently to stop the water and limit the damage. Our licensed plumbers quickly find the source, whether a burst pipe, a blocked or overwhelmed drain, a failed hot water system or an overflowing fixture, and stop it, then help put things right. We work fast, give you an upfront price, and can provide a report to support your insurance claim. For flooding emergencies, we respond across Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, around the clock.

Why choose Same Day Trades for flooding emergencies

We are local, licensed and insured plumbers who do this work every day, so we get it right the first time, with no mess and no surprises on the invoice.

Fully licensed and insured plumbers
Upfront fixed pricing before we start
Same-day service where we can, with 24/7 phones
Workmanship guaranteed and the job left clean
Servicing Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide

Whatever the job, you get honest advice and a tidy, professional result.

What to do if your home starts flooding

It’s stressful, but there are a few steps that can help control the situation until a plumber arrives:

Turn off your main water supply. This stops more water from entering the system.
Switch off electricity to the affected area if it’s safe to do so
Call a licensed plumber. At Same Day Trades, our emergency team is always available.
Try to contain the water. Use towels, buckets, or mops to limit the spread.
Avoid do-it-yourself plumbing fixes. These often make things worse.

What to do when your house is flooding

If your home is flooding, act fast to limit the damage:

Turn off the water at the mains, usually at the meter or a stop tap, if the water is coming from your plumbing
Switch off power to affected areas at the switchboard if water is near electrical fittings or outlets, only if safe to do so
Move people, pets and valuables away from the water
Mop up or contain the water where you safely can
Call us immediately, our phones are answered 24/7

The faster the source is stopped, the less damage to your home and belongings, so knowing where your mains stop tap and switchboard are before an emergency is well worth it.

Common causes of internal flooding

Houses flood internally for several reasons: a burst or broken pipe releasing water under pressure; a blocked drain or sewer backing up into the home; an overwhelmed stormwater system in heavy rain letting water in; a failed hot water system or a leaking tank; an overflowing fixture like a toilet, sink or bath; or a failed appliance connection, such as a washing machine or dishwasher hose. Identifying the source quickly is the first priority, because stopping the water is what limits the damage. Our plumbers are experienced at rapidly tracing and stopping the source, whatever it turns out to be.

Burst pipes and flooding

One of the most common and damaging causes of house flooding is a burst pipe, which releases water under pressure and can flood a room or soak a wall cavity in minutes. If a pipe has burst, turning off the water at the mains immediately is the single most important thing you can do. We then attend urgently to locate the burst, including hidden ones behind walls or under floors using leak detection, stop the water, and repair the pipe. A burst is often a sign of ageing or over-pressured pipework, so we will also advise whether more of your pipework is at risk.

Blocked drains and sewage backups

A blocked drain or sewer can cause flooding by backing water, and sometimes raw sewage, up into the home through the lowest fixtures, which is both damaging and a serious health hazard. This often happens in heavy rain or when a main line is blocked by tree roots, grease or a collapse. If water or sewage is backing up into your shower, floor drains or toilet, it points to a blockage in the main line that needs clearing urgently. We clear the blockage with drain machines and high-pressure jetting, and use a camera to find the cause so it does not happen again.

Stormwater and heavy rain flooding

In heavy rain, a blocked or overwhelmed stormwater system can let water pool and enter your home, flooding yards, under-floor areas and living spaces. Blocked gutters, downpipes, drains and stormwater pits all contribute, because the water has nowhere to go. If your home floods during storms, the stormwater system is often the culprit, and clearing and checking it, ideally before the wet season, helps prevent it. We clear and repair stormwater drains, gutters and downpipes, and can advise on drainage improvements where water repeatedly enters the property, so heavy rain is less likely to flood your home.

Hot water system and appliance floods

A failed hot water system can flood a space if the tank corrodes and leaks or bursts, especially an older unit, and appliance connections, washing machine and dishwasher hoses, are another common source, as a perished or burst flexi hose can release water fast. If flooding is coming from your hot water unit, turn off its water supply and power or gas; if from an appliance, turn off its tap. We repair or replace failed hot water systems and appliance connections, and recommend replacing old flexi hoses before they burst, a cheap measure that prevents a very common and damaging type of flood.

Finding and stopping the source

When we arrive at a flooding emergency, our first and most important job is to find and stop the source of the water, because until the water stops, the damage keeps growing. We quickly trace it, whether a burst pipe (including hidden ones, using leak detection), a blocked drain, a failed hot water system, or an appliance connection, and shut it off or repair it to halt the flow. Only once the water is stopped do we move on to the repair and advising on next steps. This rapid source-stopping is what limits the damage and is why fast emergency response matters so much with flooding.

The damage flooding causes

Flooding causes damage on several fronts: water soaks into flooring, carpet, walls, skirting and cabinetry; it can damage the structure and electrical wiring; and if left, it creates the damp conditions that breed mould, which is both a health concern and hard to remove. Sewage flooding adds a serious contamination hazard. The longer the water is present, the worse and more expensive the damage becomes, which is why stopping the source fast and beginning to dry out and clean up promptly matters so much. We focus on stopping the water and fixing the plumbing cause; drying and restoration can then follow.

Water damage and insurance

Sudden water damage from flooding, such as a burst pipe, is often covered by home insurance, though some causes and gradual damage may not be, depending on your policy. We can provide a clear report of the cause and the repair, plus photos, to support your claim, and acting quickly to stop and document the damage puts you in the best position. Take your own photos before and during the clean-up, and keep records. While we are not your insurer, we focus on stopping the water, fixing the plumbing fault, and giving you the documentation you need, so your insurer can handle the restoration of the damaged areas.

Preventing future flooding

Many floods can be prevented or their risk reduced. Replace old flexi hoses on appliances and taps before they burst, address worn or ageing pipes before they fail, keep drains, gutters, downpipes and stormwater clear, and maintain your hot water system. Know where your mains stop tap and switchboard are, so you can act fast if flooding does occur. For homes that flood repeatedly in heavy rain, drainage improvements may be needed. We can carry out a check of these flood-risk areas and advise on sensible preventive measures, so you are far less likely to face the mess, cost and stress of a flooded home.

After the flood: repairs

Once the water is stopped, we carry out the plumbing repairs needed to put things right and prevent a recurrence, repairing or replacing the burst pipe, clearing and repairing the blocked drain, replacing the failed hot water system or appliance connection, or improving the drainage. We make sure the underlying cause is properly fixed, not just the immediate leak, so you are not facing the same flood again. We give you an upfront price for the repairs and explain what caused the flood and how to reduce the risk in future. Getting the cause properly repaired is the key to lasting peace of mind after a flood.

24/7 emergency flooding response

House flooding is one of the most stressful plumbing emergencies, and every minute counts, which is why we answer the phone 24 hours a day and prioritise flooding call-outs. We can usually attend the same day, including after hours, across Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, to find and stop the source and limit the damage. If your home is flooding, turn off the water at the mains, switch off power to affected areas if safe, and call us straight away, we will get to you as fast as possible. Fast response is the difference between a contained problem and extensive damage.

Why fast response matters

With flooding, the speed of response directly affects how much damage your home suffers, because water keeps spreading and soaking in until the source is stopped. A fast-attending plumber who quickly traces and shuts off the source can save flooring, walls, cabinetry and belongings that would otherwise be ruined by a longer wait. This is why we are set up for rapid emergency response, with 24/7 phones and same-day attendance. When you are facing a flood, you need someone who will get there quickly and knows how to stop the water fast, and that is exactly what we provide across Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.

Licensed, guaranteed plumbers

Dealing with a flooding emergency takes a licensed plumber who can rapidly find and stop the source, then properly repair the cause. Our team is fully licensed and insured, we respond urgently, trace and stop the water, repair the burst pipe, blocked drain, failed system or connection, and can provide a report for your insurer, and we back our work. You get 24/7 emergency response, honest advice on preventing future floods, and upfront fixed pricing for the repairs. For a plumber near you for a flooding emergency, we cover Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, around the clock.

House flooding FAQs

What should I do first if my house is flooding?

Turn off the water at the mains, and switch off power to any affected area at the switchboard if it is safe to do so. Then call us immediately, our phones are answered 24/7.

Do you offer emergency flooding call-outs?

Yes. House flooding is a genuine emergency, so we answer the phone around the clock and attend urgently to stop the water and limit the damage.

What causes a house to flood internally?

Common causes are a burst pipe, a blocked or overwhelmed drain, a failed hot water system, an overflowing fixture, or stormwater entering the home.

Can you find where the water is coming from?

Yes. We quickly trace the source, whether a burst pipe, a blocked drain or a failed connection, and stop it, using leak detection for hidden leaks.

Will my insurance cover flood damage?

Sudden water damage is often covered, depending on the cause and your policy. We can provide a report and photos of the cause and repair to support your claim.

How do I prevent future flooding?

Addressing worn pipes, keeping drains and stormwater clear, maintaining your hot water system and knowing where your mains stop tap is all help prevent and limit flooding.

How fast can you get here?

We prioritise flooding emergencies and can usually attend the same day, including after hours, across Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.

Do you service my area?

Yes, we provide emergency flooding response across Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, 24 hours a day.

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