What counts as a plumbing emergency?

Water you cannot shut off, a sewer backup, an overflowing drain or the loss of a working toilet or water supply. If damage is spreading, treat it as urgent.

Can I call at night or on a weekend?

Yes. Calls are answered 24/7 at (833) 723-1805.

What should I do before help arrives?

If it is safe, shut the water off at the fixture or main valve, stop using affected drains and keep the area clear of belongings.

How fast can someone get to me?

Arrival times are not guaranteed. Availability depends on the plumbing professional, your ZIP code and the time of day — confirm timing on the call.

How is pricing handled?

Pricing is set by the independent plumbing professional. Confirm pricing and the scope of work with them before any work begins.

Emergency Plumbing — Southern California

Emergency Plumbing Help in Southern California

Burst pipe, water you cannot shut off, a sewer backup or an overflowing drain? Describe what is happening and find out what plumbing help is available near you right now.

Call 24/7 to request plumbing help.

The Quick Fix Plumbing connects callers with independent plumbing service providers serving their area.

Calls accepted 24/7
Someone answers the phone at any hour, any day.
Selected communities
Coverage is checked by location on the call before anything is scheduled.
Common household problems
Leaks, drains, sewer lines, water heaters, toilets and fixtures.
Scope and pricing first
Discuss the work and the price with the provider before authorizing anything.

Plumbing Emergencies We Can Help With

Tell us what is happening in the home and we can check what help is available in your part of Southern California.

Burst or Leaking Pipes
A split supply line or a pipe spraying behind a wall. Shut off the water if you can, then call.
Major Active Water Leaks
Water pooling on floors, running down walls or coming through a ceiling.
Overflowing or Backed-Up Drains
Sinks, tubs or floor drains pushing water back into the home instead of draining.
Sewer Backups
Waste water backing up through the lowest drains, often with odor, after heavy use or rain.
Loss of Normal Plumbing Function
No usable toilet, no running water or fixtures you cannot safely use right now.
Problems Needing Prompt Attention
A leaking water heater tank, a stuck shutoff valve or damage that is getting worse by the hour.

When to Call Right Away

Some plumbing problems can wait for a scheduled visit. These usually cannot, because water keeps moving and damage keeps spreading.

Water is running and you cannot stop it at the fixture or the main shutoff.
Waste water is backing up into a tub, shower or floor drain.
You hear water running inside a wall or hear a hissing pipe.
A ceiling, wall or floor is staining, sagging or feeling wet.
The only toilet in the home is unusable.
The water heater is leaking from the tank rather than a fitting.

What to Do Right Now

1Shut off the nearest fixture valve or the main water supply when it is safe to do so.
2Keep people and pets away from sewage or contaminated water.
3Do not touch electrical devices, outlets or panels near standing water.
4If you suspect a gas leak, leave the property and contact emergency services or the gas utility.
5Call and explain the symptoms and the location in the home.

Do not attempt repairs you are not comfortable with. Describe what you are seeing on the call instead.

Why Plumbing Fails in Southern California Homes

Southern California housing stock and ground conditions create a fairly predictable set of plumbing problems. These are possible contributing factors rather than a diagnosis — the cause is confirmed on site.

Older galvanized supply lines and cast-iron drains in homes built before the 1970s.
Hard-water mineral buildup that narrows pipes and shortens water-heater life.
Slab foundations, where a supply leak can show up as a warm floor or unexplained moisture.
Pipe corrosion at fittings and transitions between dissimilar metals.
Dry ground movement in long stretches without rain, which stresses buried lines.
Seismic movement that can shift or loosen pipe joints over time.

Southern California Areas Covered

Plumbing help is available for homeowners across Los Angeles County, Orange County, the Inland Empire and surrounding communities. Availability varies by location and time.

Anaheim
Irvine
Long Beach
Santa Ana
Pasadena
Torrance
Riverside
Ontario
Corona
Surrounding communities

How It Works

1Call and describe the plumbing problem.
2Provide the property location so service availability can be checked.
3Discuss the proposed scope, provider credentials, pricing and terms before authorizing work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Confirm pricing, service details and the scope of work directly with the plumbing professional before work begins.

Plumbing Emergency in Southern California?

Call 24/7 to describe the problem and check current service availability.