Let’s face it – the state of your North Shore home or business’s plumbing probably isn’t something you spend much time thinking about, until something goes wrong.

Occasionally in life, there are certain situations that you just can’t wait to have fixed, and a plumbing problem can sometimes be one of those.

Given the strong DIY culture in New Zealand, it doesn’t surprise us here at Matthews Plumbing & Gasfitting that so many Auckland residents fancy doing their own plumbing.

It isn’t always easy to know what is considered a plumbing emergency – and no one wants to be that person who calls an emergency plumber for what turns out to be a very minor issue.

So many of us find ourselves needing a plumber from time to time for an abundance of possible reasons. Sure enough, a plumber attends your property to tackle that water leak, a clogged toilet, or lack of hot water (to site just some potential issues necessitating such a professional’s attention).

A plumbing or gasfitting emergency can be challenging to deal with, especially if you are unsure of what to do. While you should always call your emergency plumber as soon as you spot a problem, there are also steps that you can take as you wait for your plumber to arrive.