What Counts as a Plumbing Emergency? When to Call a 24/7 Plumber

A plumbing emergency is any sudden issue that threatens safety, causes active water or sewage damage, or cuts off essential service. Examples include burst pipes, major leaks, sewage backups, overflowing drains, no running water, scalding water heater swings, suspected gas or slab leaks, and backflow. Warning signs include gurgling drains, sewage odors, rapid pressure drops, […]