How Afterglow Solved a Burst Pipe in Selly Oak, Birmingham
At Afterglow Plumbing & Heating, we’re often called out to urgent plumbing emergencies across the city — and one of the most common winter problems in Birmingham homes is a burst pipe.
Recently, our team responded to an emergency call from a customer in Selly Oak, who woke up to find water pouring through the kitchen ceiling. Here’s how our plumbers resolved the issue quickly and professionally.
The Call-Out
The customer contacted us early in the morning after discovering the leak. Because we provide rapid response across South Birmingham, including Selly Oak, Kings Norton, Stirchley, and Bournville, one of our engineers arrived within the hour.
After isolating the water supply, we found that a copper pipe behind the bath panel had frozen overnight and split under pressure.
The Repair
We cut out the damaged section of pipe, replaced it with new copper fittings, and pressure-tested the system to make sure there were no further leaks. While we were on site, we also freed off the customer’s partially seized stop tap — something we always check as part of our aftercare to help prevent future damage.
Once complete, we cleaned and dried the area, refilled the system, and confirmed that everything was back in working order.
Why Burst Pipes Happen in Birmingham Homes
Homes in Selly Oak, Moseley, Cotteridge, and Harborne often have older pipework that can freeze in cold weather, particularly in lofts or unheated areas.
When standing water inside a pipe freezes, it expands and causes the pipe to split — sometimes going unnoticed until the heating is switched back on.
To help avoid future issues, we always advise Birmingham homeowners to:
- Insulate exposed pipework in lofts, garages, and outhouses
- Keep a low level of heat on during freezing nights
- Know where the main stop tap is and make sure it works
A Happy Customer in Selly Oak
After we completed the repair, the customer was relieved to have their heating and water back the same day. They later left us this review:
“Afterglow came out within an hour when our pipe burst on Sutton Road, Selly Oak. The engineer was professional, explained everything clearly, and left the place spotless. I’ll definitely be using them again.”
Local Plumbers Covering All of Birmingham
This call-out is just one example of the kind of plumbing work we handle daily at Afterglow Plumbing & Heating. From burst pipes and leaks to tap replacements, boiler services, and central heating repairs, our team is trusted throughout North, South, and Central Birmingham.
If you’re looking for experienced, reliable plumbers in Birmingham, we’re here to help.
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