24 hour emergency plumber in Tampa
Water where it shouldn't be doesn't wait for business hours. Call any time, tell us what's happening, and a licensed plumber is dispatched for true emergencies across Tampa Bay.
When it's an emergency
- A pipe has burst or water is spraying
- Sewage is coming up through a tub, shower or floor drain
- Water is coming through a ceiling, wall or light fixture
- The house has no water at all
- A water heater is leaking from the tank itself
- A toilet keeps overflowing and won't stop
What to do before the plumber gets there
- Shut off the main water valve. In most Tampa homes it's in the meter box near the street or on the outside wall where the line enters the house, often near a hose bib. Turn it clockwise until it stops.
- Turn off the water heater. Switch off the breaker for an electric heater, or turn a gas heater's control to pilot or off.
- Open a faucet at the lowest point. A tub spout or outdoor hose bib drains the pressure left in the lines so less water comes out of the break.
- Move what you can and take photos. Get electronics and rugs out of the water's path, then photograph the damage for your insurance claim.
Emergencies we handle
Burst and broken pipes
Supply lines in walls, attics and under sinks, including PEX, copper, CPVC and galvanized.
Sewage backups
Main line clogs and sewer line failures pushing waste back into the house.
Slab leaks
Hot or cold lines leaking under the foundation, found without guessing.
Failed water heaters
Leaking tanks, no hot water, and heaters that are tripping breakers.
Overflowing toilets and drains
Clogs that won't clear with a plunger, cleared from the right access point.
Main line breaks
Breaks between the meter and the house, including leaks you can hear in the yard.
What affects the price
- Time of the call. Nights, weekends and holidays usually cost more than a weekday appointment.
- Where the problem is. A pipe under a sink is quicker to reach than one in a slab, wall or attic.
- Whether the first visit is a temporary stop or the permanent repair.
- Parts and materials needed on the spot.
You get the price for your job before any work starts.
Emergency calls in Tampa homes
Many Tampa Bay homes that have been repiped run their water lines through the attic, where a failed fitting can soak a ceiling before anyone notices. Summer storms add a second kind of emergency: saturated ground and overloaded sewers can push water back up through floor drains and low tubs.
If you smell gas near a water heater or appliance, leave the house first and call 911 and your gas company from outside. Don't flip switches or try to relight anything.
Common questions
Does someone really answer at night?
Yes. Emergency calls are answered around the clock. If it can safely wait until morning, you'll be offered the first appointment of the day, which costs less than an overnight call.
How fast can a plumber get to me?
It depends on where you are in Tampa Bay and how many emergencies are already in progress. You'll get an arrival window on the phone, before anyone is dispatched.
Should I turn off my water?
Yes, if water is leaking anywhere you can't stop at a fixture valve. Shutting off the main valve limits damage and doesn't hurt anything.
Will homeowners insurance cover it?
Many policies cover sudden, accidental water damage but not the repair of the pipe itself. Photos and the plumber's written description of the cause help with the claim. Check your own policy for details.
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Areas we serve
Emergency plumbing across Tampa and these nearby communities: