Before we arrive

Four things that limit the damage while the plumber is on the way. Only do what is safe.

  1. Shut off the water

    Turn the main shut-off valve clockwise until it stops. It is usually where the water line enters the house, near the meter, or by the water heater. For one fixture, use the small valve under it.

    First

  2. Turn off power and gas nearby

    If water reaches outlets or the electrical panel, switch off that circuit only if you can stay dry. For a leaking water heater, turn the gas valve to Off or switch off its breaker.

    If safe

  3. Drain the pipes

    Open the lowest cold tap in the house to empty the lines. For a sewage backup, stop using every sink, shower, and toilet.

    2 min

  4. Move things and take photos

    Lift rugs and boxes off wet floors and photograph the damage for your insurer. Keep the phone near you: we call when we are on the way.

    Then wait

Our response promise

A plumber on the phone at any hour, at your door within the window we give you

Days a year a person answers, nights included
365
Target arrival in our areas
90 min
Arrival window when you book ahead
2 h
Warranty on emergency repairs
1 year

Emergency questions

Prices and fees are in the terms. Warranty details are on the guarantee page.

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Mon–Fri
7:30 AM–6:00 PM
Sat
8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Sun
Closed
What counts as an emergency?

Anything that is flooding, can't be shut off, or leaves you without water, a working toilet, or heat: a burst pipe, a leaking water heater, sewage coming up a drain, or a gas smell near an appliance. If it can wait, we tell you and book a normal visit.

How much does an emergency visit cost?

The after-hours call-out fee is quoted on the phone before we send anyone. The repair is priced in writing on site, and nothing starts until you approve it.

I smell gas. Should I call you?

Leave the house first, without switching anything on or off, and call the gas utility's emergency line from outside. Call us once they have made it safe.

Can you fix it on the first visit?

Usually. The van carries pipe, fittings, valves, and common water heater parts. If a part has to be ordered, we make it safe and stop the leak first.

Will you deal with my insurer?

We give you photos, a written report of the cause, and an itemised invoice, which is what most insurers ask for.

Not an emergency? Book a normal visit.

Pick a two-hour window in the next few days, at the regular rate.

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