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Step 5 Switch off the water heater or damp down a solid fuel boiler (the fire does not need to be completely extinguished as the hot-water cylinder will not have been emptied) – unless someone takes a bath of course! More about Cardiff Plumbers

Water Emergency from Cardiff Plumbers

Burst Pipe or Tank   When water comes through a bedroom ceiling it is usually from a burst pipe or leaking cold water tank in the loft.   Step 1 Turn off the main stopcock (clockwise). The stopcock can usually be found under the sink, or in the airing cupboard. This will stop any more water entering the cold water tank.   Tip It is always a good idea to find out where the stopcock is situated before an emergency arises. https://tradeforceuk05.blogspot.com/ Step 2 In order to drain the cold water tank as quickly as possible and, thereby, reducing the amount of water available to cause damage, turn on all the taps in the house and flush all toilets. When the taps stop running the leak should stop.   Step 3 If the water is anywhere near a light fitting or switch, remove the appropriate fuse from the main fuse box. Tips Again it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with the main fuse box in case of future emergencies. DO NOT replace the fuse u...