According to statistical data, in Vilnius only from 3 to 7 calls are registered daily due to neighbors living on upper floors having flooded those below them. The most common cause of such flooding is rusted and worn water supply pipelines, clogged sewage networks, repairs carried out in upper floors and opened faucets, left by the residents.
- Flooding of neighbors becomes a particularly acute problem during the warm season, when people leave for vacation or weekends;
- The most reliable measure to prevent flooding the neighbors is to turn the water supply inlet faucets off;
- If you see water seeping from the ceiling, assume all the possible measures to avoid more damage;
- It is advisable to call the emergency breakdown services at 112 immediately in and to take measures to shut off the water supply.
