When Should You Call an Emergency Plumber?
A burst pipe, uncontrolled leak, indoor sewage backup, or water near electricity may require urgent service. A running toilet, dripping faucet, or slow drain should be addressed, but it is not automatically an emergency while water remains controlled.
What Should You Do Before Plumbing Help Arrives?
Close an accessible shutoff if safe, stop using backed-up fixtures, and keep people away from sewage or wet electrical areas. Do not mix drain chemicals or open gas and electrical water-heater components. Write down when the symptom occurs.