House Flooding

Water can do a lot of damage in a short amount of time. If a pipe bursts or a drain backs up, it doesn’t take long before floors get soaked, furniture is ruined, and walls are at risk. That’s where we come in.

At Same Day Trades, we provide emergency plumbing services across Adelaide, Brisbane, and Perth. If you’re dealing with unexpected flooding inside your home, our licensed plumbers are available around the clock to stop the water and fix the problem.

What Is House Flooding?

House flooding from plumbing means water is coming from inside your home’s own water or drainage system—not from rain or a natural disaster.

A surprising amount of home water damage starts this way. Pipes burst, toilets overflow, or a hot water system starts leaking. Because these systems are hidden in walls or under floors, leaks often go unnoticed until there’s a big mess.

Plumbing Issues That Commonly Cause Flooding

1. Burst Pipes

When a pipe gives out, water pressure pushes large amounts of water through the break. This is one of the fastest ways a home can flood. Causes include:

  • Aging or corroded pipes
  • High water pressure
  • Poor installation
  • Underground pipe movement
  • Even a small rupture can flood an entire room in minutes.

2. Blocked Drains

If a drain is blocked, water has nowhere to go. It builds up and can spill out of sinks, bathtubs, or toilets. In severe cases, it can even come back up through floor drains.

3. Faulty Appliances

Washing machines, dishwashers, and fridges with water dispensers are all connected to your plumbing system. If a hose cracks or a valve fails, water will leak out—slowly or all at once.

4. Overflowing Toilets

This one’s unpleasant but common. A clogged toilet or broken float valve can cause water to overflow and spread across floors. If it’s sewage water, cleanup becomes even more urgent.

5. Hot Water System Leaks

Older or neglected water heaters can develop slow leaks or sudden breaks in the tank. Because many hot water units are located inside homes or garages, these leaks can cause damage quickly.

Signs You Might Be Facing a Plumbing Flood

You don’t have to wait for water to start pooling before you call a plumber. Look for these signs:

  • Damp patches on walls or ceilings
  • Bubbling paint or warped floorboards
  • Musty smells or mold starting to appear
  • Sudden drop in water pressure
  • Unexpected increase in your water bill

Any one of these can point to a leak or slow flood starting behind the scenes.

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.
House Flooding

What We Can Help With

Same Day Trades handles a wide range of plumbing problems that cause indoor flooding:

  • Burst pipe detection and repair
  • Unblocking drains and toilets
  • Hot water system inspections
  • Replacing cracked appliance hoses
  • Leak detection using non-invasive tools
  • Isolating affected areas to prevent further damage

We carry essential tools and parts to make repairs faster and easier—whether it’s day, night, or a weekend

Serving Adelaide, Brisbane & Perth

We provide emergency plumbing services in:

  • Adelaide and nearby suburbs
  • Brisbane and surrounding areas
  • Perth and greater metro

Wherever you are in these regions, there’s a Same Day Trades plumber nearby—ready to help.

Why Homeowners Trust Same Day Trades

When flooding happens, time matters—but so does the quality of the repair. Homeowners choose us because:

  • We’re available 24/7, every day of the year.
  • All our plumbers are fully licensed and insured.
  • We offer fair, transparent pricing before work starts.
  • We focus on long-term solutions, not quick patches.

We don’t make big promises. We just show up ready to fix what’s broken.

Preventing Plumbing Floods in the Future

Once the water’s gone, it’s time to think ahead. Here’s how we help reduce the chances of it happening again:

  • Regular plumbing inspections
  • Replacing old or worn pipes before they fail
  • Checking appliance connections annually
  • Installing simple leak detectors in key areas
  • Sealing off unused pipes or drains safely

Prevention is cheaper—and a whole lot less stressful—than dealing with another flood.

Get Help from a Plumber Today

If you’re dealing with water where it doesn’t belong, we’re ready to help. At Same Day Trades, our team of licensed plumbers is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, servicing Adelaide, Brisbane, and Perth.

We’ll get things under control, fix the issue, and guide you through the next steps to protect your home. 📞 Call now or book online.

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Sue Burcham profile pictureSue Burcham
01:53 02 Jan 26
Jacob B was a delightful, polite and informative plumber and was very clear about costs and options before replacing my leaking tap. I appreciated his professional manner, efficiency and that he cleaned up after himself. Very grateful.
K Bartolay profile pictureK Bartolay
01:22 02 Jan 26
We are happy with the initial work done today by Tyrell. He arrived on time, quickly assessed the issue, and start the initial work on our kitchen sink. He is good at what he does and goes above and beyond to help his client.
Ken Fisher profile pictureKen Fisher
07:56 29 Dec 25
Daniel came out 24/12/25 and gave quote on work required couldn’t do work due to mains tap not turning off completely I called water corp they came out and replaced mains tap valve l then contacted Daniel and he made booking for Monday 28/12/25 Luke came out and did work and left work area clean and tidy Job well done and l am very happy with work done and would recommend these guys anytime
Kimball Copeland profile pictureKimball Copeland
12:17 20 Dec 25
Jacob did a fantastic job. The work was completed cleanly and in a timely manner, and he was polite and professional throughout. Highly recommend.
Aileen Craig profile pictureAileen Craig
08:44 18 Dec 25
Cameron, Luke, Tyson and Anton were all amazing. Removed our old air conditioner and replaced it within two hours. Went above and beyond. Would highly recommend!
Lothar Sehnert profile pictureLothar Sehnert
05:53 12 Dec 25
I’m so happy with the worked completed by James, I would recommend him to anyone. He made an easy to understand quote. He arrived in a timely manner and was very thorough. He even helped reset my dad’s VHS, so he could watch his old German videos. James went above and beyond our expectations.
Kerry Jachmann profile pictureKerry Jachmann
04:42 28 Nov 25
Love the same day service. Lovely staff who communicated well. It was great to overhear the tradesman teaching the apprentice in a kind, helpful and respectful manner. 100% happy.
George Apollo profile pictureGeorge Apollo
08:59 29 Oct 25
Nick is a good tradesman he was on time explained what was needed and how to future proof the work for years ahead and was in accordance with mutual agreement by everyone including my parents.
Overall fast and efficient and courteous happy with the service , thanks , good job by the way the telephonists were helpful too.
Allie Mackie profile pictureAllie Mackie
00:56 02 Oct 25
The boys did an awesome sleuthing job and found our leak ! Thrilled cos we were leaving for away and were totally stressed put! Very lovely quick and professional! Highly recommend Daniel and his team!
Judy profile pictureJudy
08:03 11 Jul 25
Matt did a fantastic job fixing my switchboard
Nicole Black profile pictureNicole Black
06:28 11 Jul 25
I can not fault the service we have received today and over the last couple of years. From the quoting process to the job being completed; the tradies have been polite, female friendly and provide a high standard of work. They even clean up after themselves! Thank you Nick for your work and quote today. We most certainly will be seeking Same Day Trades expertise again.
Wendy Farrell profile pictureWendy Farrell
06:14 11 Jul 25
Happy with Cameron's service!
Nigel Greenhalgh profile pictureNigel Greenhalgh
04:40 11 Jul 25
From my phone call for your services was Good
Your employees did a Good job Good communication Thank you for Helping out
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Response from the owner 05:14 11 Jul 25
Hi Nigel,Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear your experience—from the initial phone call to the completion of the job—was a positive one. Great communication and quality service are what we strive for, and we’re happy we could help. If you ever need plumbing or electrical work in the future, please don’t hesitate to contact us!Kind Regards,Same Day Trades
Neil John4 profile pictureNeil John4
04:25 11 Jul 25
Flynn and Dylan were both very friendly and very efficient. When the work was completed, they explained the changes clearly. Very Good!
Response from the owner 05:01 11 Jul 25
Hi Neil,Thank you for your great feedback! We're so pleased to hear that Flynn and Dylan were both friendly and efficient, and that they took the time to clearly explain the work once it was completed. We really value your support! If you ever need plumbing or electrical work in the future, please don’t hesitate to contact us!Kind Regards,Same Day Trades
Joy Schofield profile pictureJoy Schofield
02:26 11 Jul 25
Jacob & Ben pleasant helpful, efficient service. Thankyou
Response from the owner 03:45 11 Jul 25
Hi Joy,Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear Jacob and Ben provided pleasant, helpful, and efficient service. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. If you ever need plumbing or electrical work in the future, please don’t hesitate to contact us!Kind Regards, Same Day Trades
Rowland Monnery profile pictureRowland Monnery
00:13 11 Jul 25
Lachlan and his team did an excellent job installing my new hot water system, from the initial meeting to the completion of the job, Lachlan and his team were friendly and professional in their field of work, having changed from gas to electric hot water, Lachlan and his team removed all the old gas lines and cleaned up the remaining lines to leave a clean finish, very happy with the service, if you need a new hot water system, gas or electric, I highly recommend samedaytrades.
Response from the owner 03:42 11 Jul 25
Hi Rowland,Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience with Lachlan and the team. From the initial consultation to the final clean-up, it's great to know our team's professionalism and attention to detail made the transition from gas to electric hot water seamless for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation – it means a lot to us. If you ever need plumbing or electrical work in the future, please don’t hesitate to contact us!Kind Regards,Same Day Trades
Carol Esson profile pictureCarol Esson
06:34 10 Jul 25
Thank you Matt for fixing our fly screen door and for coming out so quickly!
Trevor Hill profile pictureTrevor Hill
05:06 10 Jul 25
Matt M from Same Day Trades arrived on time and sorted out our blocked sewage problem in a very friendly and efficient manner. Great service which was much appreciated.

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