North South Carolina Plumbing
How much does emergency plumber cost in the Carolinas?
After hours work is billed at a higher rate than daytime work. Published local guides put emergency hourly rates between $150 and $290, so we confirm the rate on the phone before we roll.
A burst pipe does not wait for business hours. If water is coming through a ceiling, a toilet is backing up into the tub, or the whole house lost water pressure, you need someone to answer the phone and tell you what to do in the next five minutes.
We dispatch to homes and small commercial sites across the Charlotte, Triangle and Grand Strand areas. You get a straight price before any work starts, and we explain what is urgent and what can wait until morning.
Signs you need emergency plumber
- Water running from a ceiling, wall or light fixture
- Sewage backing up in a tub, shower or floor drain
- A pipe that burst or split, even if you shut the water off
- No water at all, or a sudden drop in pressure
- The smell of gas near a water heater or range (leave the house and call your gas utility first)
- A water heater leaking from the tank itself
How we handle it
- Shut off the main water valve. It is usually near the street, in the garage, or where the line enters the crawl space.
- Switch off the water heater if the leak is near it, and keep power away from wet areas.
- Open a low faucet to relieve pressure, and move valuables away from the water.
- Call us. We will tell you what else to check while the plumber is on the way.
What it costs
After hours work is billed at a higher rate than daytime work. Published local guides put emergency hourly rates between $150 and $290, so we confirm the rate on the phone before we roll.
See all pricing or try the cost calculator.
What is different about the Carolinas
In the Piedmont, freezes are rare enough that many homes have uninsulated pipes in garages and crawl spaces. When a hard freeze does hit, as it did around Christmas 2022, calls spike for burst lines. Near the coast, the usual emergency is a failed supply line or water heater after a humid, wet season.
Where we provide this service
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can an emergency plumber get to me?
Response depends on your location and call volume. Ask for the arrival window when you call. Our current dispatch promise is: we confirm an arrival window by phone before anyone is dispatched.
What should I do before the plumber arrives?
Close the main shutoff, turn off the water heater if it is involved, open a low faucet to bleed pressure, and photograph the damage for your insurance.
Do you charge more for nights and weekends?
Yes. After hours rates are higher across the industry. We tell you the rate and the estimated total before starting.
Is a burst pipe covered by homeowners insurance?
Often the water damage is covered when the break is sudden, but policies differ. Call your insurer and keep the photos and our invoice.