When Is a Plumbing Problem a Real Emergency?

Not every leak needs a midnight call, but some absolutely do. Here's how to tell the difference and what to do meanwhile.

Not every problem is a 2 a.m. emergency, but some can't wait.

Call right away for a burst pipe, sewage backup, no water, a gas odor (leave first), a heavily leaking water heater, or flooding you can't stop.

A single slow drain, a drip, or a running toilet can usually wait. Meanwhile, shutting off water at the fixture or main stops damage.

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