As soon as a pipe bursts or leaks, shut off the main water valve, turn off electricity near water-damaged areas, avoid using any affected appliances, and contact us as soon as possible.
If you suspect you have a leak (low water pressure, dripping sounds, water damage) but don’t know where, call our experts. We provide emergency leak detection throughout Norfolk, VA, using state-of-the-art equipment to locate and repair the leak.
The Most Common Plumbing Emergencies We Encounter
Whatever the issue, Mr. Rooter® is always here to help. We have years of experience providing emergency plumbing services, and offer a fast plumbing response in Norfolk for all of the following issues and more:
- Urgent Drain Repair: Foul smells, overflowing drains, strange sounds? Call now for plumbing backup help and repair.
- Pouring Water: If a burst pipe has turned your home into a water feature, shut off the main water valve and call us.
- Flooding: Flooding in your basement or crawl space could be caused by poor drainage or plumbing failures—we’ll find the issue and repair it quickly.
- Malfunctioning Water Heaters: A broken water heater might not sound as catastrophic as a burst pipe, but if it’s the dead of winter and you don’t have any hot water, it can be just as disruptive to your family.
- Frozen Pipes: A frozen pipe may eventually thaw on its own, but as ice is more voluminous than water, it expands and pushes against the interior pipe walls. If it’s not properly thawed, the pipe may eventually burst.
Emergency Plumbing vs. Standard Repairs: What’s the Difference?
Burst pipes, leaks, overflowing drains, broken water heaters—anything that happens suddenly and leads to property damage or severe disruption is an emergency. You should contact a 24-hour plumber in Norfolk when you need a fast response to preserve pipes, prevent damage, or repair essential systems.
A standard repair is something that doesn’t require immediate assistance, such as fixture installation and water heater maintenance.
