Emergency Plumbing · Moncton, NB
Emergency Plumber in Moncton, NB
Most plumbing emergencies in Moncton start the same way: a frozen pipe that splits, a tank that gives out or a drain that backs up into the basement. The first steps are the same too.
Request a plumberTurn off the water
In most Moncton homes the main shut-off is in the basement or utility room, where the water line comes through the foundation wall, often close to the meter. Close it fully, then open the lowest tap in the house so the pipes drain and the leak slows down.
Basement water and electricity
If water is spreading across a basement floor near the electrical panel, furnace or hot water tank, don't wade in. Switch off power from a dry spot if you safely can; otherwise stay out and contact the power company. Water and electricity together are the biggest danger in a flooded basement.
Sewage at the floor drain
Sewage rising through a basement floor drain means the line to the street or septic tank is blocked, or the city sewer is overloaded. Stop using every fixture, including the washer and dishwasher, because each one sends more water toward the blockage and the basement.
A split frozen pipe
Pipes that froze overnight often split but don't leak until they thaw. If you hear water running inside a wall or ceiling once the house warms up, close the main straight away and leave the area until a plumber can look at it.
Photos help
Before you start cleaning up, take photos of where the water came from and what it reached. They help the plumber plan the repair and are useful for an insurance claim later.
What to send
Where the water is, whether the main is off, how long it ran and whether it's clean water or sewage. Send a request and a plumber will get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
- Do Moncton plumbers come out at night?
- Many take emergency calls after hours and on weekends. The plumber who gets in touch will tell you when they can arrive and confirm any after-hours rate first.
- Should I shut off the hot water tank?
- If the main will be off for a while, yes. Turn an electric tank off at the breaker, or set a gas tank to pilot, so it doesn't heat while it may be low.
Other plumbing services
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Repairs, renovations and new projects. Tell us what you need and we'll pass it straight to a plumber, who will call you to go over the job and give you a quote.
- Plumbing repairs, renovations and new projects
- Moncton, Dieppe, Riverview and nearby communities
- Get a quote before any work starts
Need emergency plumbing in Moncton?
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