A reliable temporary fix for a leaking pipe until a professional plumber can perform a permanent repair involves using heavy-duty rubber repair tape, silicone self-fusing tape, or an emergency pipe repair clamp. First, you must shut off the main water supply to relieve internal pressure and thoroughly dry the leaking area with a clean towel. If using self-fusing silicone tape, stretch it tightly and wrap it multiple times overlapping the leak by a few inches on each side. For larger holes or cracks, a rubber patch secured tightly with a worm-gear hose clamp can effectively hold back water pressure temporarily. However, these are strictly short-term band-aids and must be replaced with permanent pipe sections as soon as possible.
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