Emergency Plumbing

An emergency plumber visit can cost a lot of money in comparison to a plumbing visit that has been pre-scheduled. That is primarily because very few plumbing issues can wait until the next weekday morning, and, when they can't, the homeowner is forced to carte blanche his or her way through the evening hours to get any plumbing help at all. Prices tend to range from $100 on the low end to around $500 at the high end. It can be difficult to ascertain just what exactly the plumber will charge before any work is done, so asking him or her about costs before signing any agreements is a very good idea.

A plumbing emergency occurs when something goes wrong with the pipes or water in a way that could cause a lot of damage if it isn't fixed right away. This might be a big leak that's flooding the house, a totally clogged toilet that isn't usable, or a water heater that's stopped working (and it had better be fixed if the outside temperature is frigid!). A gas leak is also a plumbing emergency. So is a sewage backup. If you have one of these problems, time is of the essence.

Dialing 911 concerns situations of emergency. Understandably, one thinks first of someone injured needing immediate help. Fires, crimes, and other dangerous situations demand instant professional assistance that 911 can summon. A plumbing issue, such as a pipe that is leaking or a toilet that is broken, is not something that 911 can assist with. Instead, calling a trained plumber to fix it is the best course of action. If water is everywhere and it's causing huge problems, sometimes you have to turn off the water in your house and wait for the plumber to come.

Emergency plumbing service prices from Roto Rooter can vary, and a few factors might determine the cost. They include: * time of day or night * severity of the plumbing problem * your location For the best idea of what it might cost, call Roto Rooter directly. They can detail your specific situation and get back to you with a plumbing problem quote—along with any other info you might like.

The time it takes for an emergency plumber to show up can depend on where in the country you live and how busy the plumber happens to be. Usually, wait times can range from 30 minutes to a couple of hours. It's a good idea to ask the dispatcher when you call, so you know what to expect.

Charges for plumbing services vary by location, but the average range is between $50 and $150 per hour. For more complicated jobs or those requiring special tools, the rate can go up. It certainly doesn't hurt to ask for an estimate before the work gets underway, giving you some idea of the potential cost.

"No one would deny that a stopped-up sewer line is an emergency. When it happens, all the water that goes down the drains of your house can't get where it's supposed to go, and it can start coming back up into places like your sinks or, heaven help us, your toilets. Clogged sewer lines can smell really bad, make a big mess, and it's not anything you would want your friends or family to be in the middle of. Clogged sewer lines can also do some real damage to your house if they're not fixed fast."

There are several factors that determine how long it takes to repair a broken sewer pipe. One is simply how easy it is to get to the pipe and how bad the damage is. If it's shallow and the gash isn't that bad, repair could take just a couple hours. But if the pipe is deep underground or in a tricky spot, say behind a wall or beneath an urban roadbed, repair could take all day or even longer. That's especially true if the plumbers who are sent to the scene first find that the damage is worse than it appeared at first glance. And here's one more thing: all these repairs demand big tools and sometimes big parts, so it's definitely a job for serious experts.

Indeed, a toilet can be a plumbing emergency, especially if it’s the only toilet in the house or if it’s overflowing. When a toilet gets clogged, it causes water to spill onto the floor, which can lead to water damage and a lot of unnecessary mess. And since we use toilets every day, fixing one that’s out of commission has to be a top priority. If you can’t fix it with a plunger, you’ve got to call the pros.

The specific insurance policy you have determines whether or not sewer blockage is covered. Most of the time, it isn't. Sewers can get backed up, and when they do, water can come back up into your house. It's a nasty situation. If you have a homeowners insurance policy, though, you're probably not covered for that damage. However, some insurance companies offer an add-on that does cover that situation. It's called sewer backup or drain backup coverage, and it can pay you for the damages—even above and beyond any kind of limit you might have on your regular homeowners insurance policy. So, to recap: - Most homeowners insurance does not cover sewer backup. - Some companies do offer an add-on that can cover that situation. - If you don't have it, you're not covered.