Burst pipes, active leaks, overflows.
- Burst pipe
- Water through ceiling
- Sewage backup
Leaks, clogs, sewer lines, water heaters, pipes, fixtures and gas lines. Choose a service or just call and describe the problem.
Takes about a minute. Tell us what's happening, what kind of building it is, and the town or neighborhood.
Each page explains the job, what affects the price and the local rules. Or call straight away.
Burst pipes, active leaks, overflows.
Kitchen, bath, basement and stack clogs.
Main line clogs, roots, replacement.
No hot water, leaks, new heaters.
Hidden leaks, ceiling stains.
Galvanized, cast iron, copper, frozen.
Fixture repair and replacement.
Risers, valves, roof tanks.
Appliance hookups, repairs, inspections.
Start from what you see. This is a guide, not a diagnosis.
| What you see | Usually needs | How urgent |
|---|---|---|
| Water spraying, pouring or coming through a ceiling | Emergency plumbing | Urgent |
| Sewage or dirty water coming up from a drain | Sewer line or drain cleaning | Urgent |
| One sink, tub or toilet slow or clogged | Drain cleaning | Soon |
| No hot water or a leaking water heater | Water heaters | Soon |
| A stain or damp spot that keeps growing | Leak detection | Soon |
| Rusty water, weak pressure, repeated pinhole leaks | Pipe repair & repiping | Plan it |
| Running toilet, dripping faucet, shower temperature swings | Toilets, faucets & showers | Plan it |
| New gas appliance, or gas off after a utility shutoff | Gas line work | Soon |
Leave the building and call 911 or your gas utility from outside. Don't use this number for gas emergencies.
New York City, Long Island, Westchester and North & Central New Jersey.
What you're seeing (water, smell, noise, no hot water), where in the building it is, what kind of building it is, and the town or neighborhood. If water is still running, say so first.
Prices depend on the job and are set by the plumber. Ask for the price, or how it will be calculated, before any work starts. Each service page lists the factors that usually affect cost.
Yes: houses, brownstones, two- and three-family homes, condos, co-ops and apartment buildings. If you rent, tell your super or landlord first; in most rentals the building handles repairs.
Plumbing work in NYC and New Jersey must be done by licensed plumbers or under their supervision. You can always ask for the license number and check it. How to verify a NYC license.