Emergency Plumber Service in London (226)

Emergency plumber services charge an average call-out fee of £110. The average emergency plumber hourly rate is between £75 - £150.

You will pay more for an emergency plumbing service. Often these tradespeople charge approximately double the labour costs of a regular plumber.

Factors affecting the cost of an emergency plumber include:

• Type of repairs needed
• Materials/replacement parts needed
• Your location – emergency plumber call-out fees vary throughout the UK

We recommend contacting at least three emergency plumber services in London to find out the average call-out fee for your area.

Read our plumber cost guide for a closer look at the most up-to-date rates and emergency call-out fees.

A plumbing emergency is typically considered as any plumbing issue that is dangerous and can’t quickly be kept under control.

If waiting for the issue to be fixed during regular business hours puts your home or your health at risk, you need to call an out-of-hours emergency plumber service.

Examples of emergency plumbing situations include:

• A burst pipe causing flooding and water damage
• Gas leaks
• Water overflowing into your home
• Severely blocked drains/toilet
• Hot water and heating not working

The majority of emergency plumber services in London are available 24/7, 365 days a year. Plumbing emergencies can happen at any time of day, and that is why most reputable emergency plumbers offer a round-the-clock service.

A blocked toilet is considered an emergency if the following applies:

• Water is rising every time the toilet is flushed
• Water and waste is overflowing out of the toilet
• There are no other toilets that can be used while you wait for a regular plumber
• DIY unblocking methods haven’t worked - for example, using a plunger

Minor toilet blockages can often be removed with a plunger and professional assistance isn’t needed. You will need to call an emergency plumber if you can’t clear the blockage and water is overflowing from the toilet.

Overflowing wastewater can put your health at risk and also cause damage to your property.

Prevent further damage by hiring an emergency plumber service to find and clear a blockage further down in your toilet’s pipes.

A burst pipe is a plumbing emergency that needs to be dealt with as soon as possible.

Here is a checklist of things you should do while you wait for an emergency plumber to arrive. Taking these steps will minimise the risk of damage to your belongings and property:

• Turn off the water supply
• Turn off electric appliances / switch off your property’s electricity supply
• Use mops and towels to clean the area as best you can
• Perform DIY temporary pipe repairs
• Use a bucket to catch leaking water

It usually takes anywhere between 30 minutes - two hours for an emergency plumber to arrive at your home. The call-out time will be longer if the plumber is currently attending another emergency call.

Your location and traffic conditions can also impact how fast an emergency plumber can get to your home.

Finding a reliable emergency plumber service in London doesn’t need to be stressful. By following our expert tips, you can hire an emergency plumber near you with confidence.

• Ask friends and family for local emergency plumber recommendations
• Read online reviews and customer feedback
• Request quotes from at least three emergency plumber services in your local area
• Search the Checkatrade directory
• Ask about experience and qualifications

Here are examples of questions to ask when hiring an emergency plumber:

• How much do you charge per hour?
• Do you charge a standard emergency call-out fee?
• Do you have insurance? - All Checkatrade-approved emergency plumbers must have public liability insurance
• How long will it take for you to get here and complete the repairs?
• Do you charge any additional fees for replacement parts?
• Do you offer any warranties or guarantees? - For added peace of mind, we cover the work of all our tradespeople with our 12 month guarantee (T&Cs apply)

Use our search tool to find checked and vetted emergency plumber services in London or request a quote online today.