dailyloe.com – Emergency home repair callouts consistently peak on Easter Monday, according to data from provider HomeServe. The Walsall-based firm analyzed its call data from 2023 to 2025. Easter Monday accounts for 31% of all Easter weekend emergency requests.
This makes it the busiest day of the long holiday weekend. Good Friday sees 26% of callouts, Saturday 25%, and Easter Sunday 18%. The data highlights a clear spike in demand for urgent home repairs.
Common issues include blocked drains, faulty toilets, and leaking pipes. Home expert Chris Houghton from HomeServe explained the trend. He stated that homes work harder over Easter with extra cooking and bathroom use.
Houghton noted that minor issues are often ignored during the weekend. These small problems, like slow drains, can escalate by Monday. This leads to a surge in calls requiring urgent professional attention.
To prevent emergencies, Houghton advises against pouring fat down drains. Easter roasts and increased cooking can severely pressure pipes. This common mistake is a leading cause of blockages.
Homeowners should also watch for early warning signs. These include slow-draining sinks, gurgling noises, or bad smells. Addressing these quickly can avoid a costly holiday emergency callout.[]
Source: Express and Star
