Can You Use Water When the Power is Out?

May 30,2024

Learn how to navigate power outages with our comprehensive guide on utilizing water as a resource when electricity is unavailable..
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Have you ever thought about how many devices, appliances, and other things around your home use electricity? Well, if your power goes out, you definitely will but you wouldn’t be alone in asking, “Can you use water when the power is out?”. In most cases, plumbing appliances are safe to use during a power outage. You will still be able to use your toilets, shower, and sink but you should still be cautious. Does hot water work when power is out and can you flush the toilet? Our expert plumbers answer all your questions in this article.