Emergency Plumbing Services
Emergency Plumbing Services | Emergency Plumbing | Plumbing | Blaine
Day or night, burst pipes, clogged drains, and leaking water heaters can turn your Blaine home upside down—but HEP is only a call away. Our certified technicians arrive fast, equipped with advanced leak-detection tools and fully stocked trucks, so most fixes are completed on the first visit. From frozen pipe thawing to sewer line backups, we handle every messy surprise with the calm confidence that comes from decades of local experience in emergency plumbing.
Because disasters don’t wait, neither do we. HEP’s 24/7 dispatch team tracks every service van in real time, keeping you updated by text while we’re en route. Transparent, upfront pricing means no guessing games, and our workmanship guarantee gives you peace of mind long after the water dries. When minutes matter, trust Blaine’s hometown pros for dependable emergency plumbing that restores comfort—and sanity—fast.
FAQs
What situations count as a plumbing emergency and how fast can you get to my Blaine home or business?
Anything that risks flooding, water damage, sewer backup, or loss of essential water service is an emergency. Typical examples include burst pipes, overflowing toilets, frozen or leaking water lines, water heater leaks, gas leaks related to the plumbing system, and sump-pump failures. Because we keep fully staffed crews in the Blaine area, our on-call dispatcher can usually have a licensed plumber at your door within 60 minutes—often sooner depending on traffic and weather.
Are your emergency plumbing services really available 24/7, even on weekends and holidays?
Yes. Plumbing disasters rarely happen during regular business hours, so our phones are monitored around the clock—nights, weekends, and every holiday of the year. When you call, you speak to a live dispatcher who immediately notifies the nearest on-call technician. There is no additional charge just for calling after hours; you only pay the emergency service rate that we quote up front before any work begins.
What can I do to minimize damage while I wait for the emergency plumber to arrive?
If it is safe to do so, locate and shut off your home’s main water valve—usually found in the basement or utility room near where the main line enters. For localized leaks, close the fixture shut-off valve beneath the sink or toilet. Turn off the water heater if it is leaking or if you have lost the cold-water supply. Remove valuables from wet areas and place towels or buckets under active drips. If sewage is backing up, avoid using any water in the home and keep children and pets away from the affected area. Our dispatcher can guide you through additional safety steps specific to your situation.
How much will an emergency plumbing visit cost and do you provide upfront pricing?
Emergency service does carry a higher base rate than scheduled daytime work, but we still price by the job, not by the hour. The technician will inspect the problem, explain the repair options, and quote a flat price before any work starts. That price includes labor, parts, and the emergency dispatch fee—no hidden surcharges or surprise overtime add-ons. If multiple solutions are possible (temporary patch vs. full replacement, for example), you’ll receive separate quotes so you can choose what fits your budget and urgency.
Are your plumbers licensed, insured, and prepared to handle every type of emergency on the first visit?
Absolutely. Every field technician holds a Minnesota journeyman or master plumber license, carries full liability and workers’-comp insurance, and arrives in a fully stocked service vehicle. Our trucks carry common pipe sizes, water-heater parts, sump-pump assemblies, drain-cleaning machines, leak-detection gear, and gas-line repair kits so most emergencies can be resolved on the spot without a follow-up trip to the warehouse.
Will the emergency repair be a permanent solution or just a temporary patch?
Whenever possible, we perform code-compliant, long-term repairs during the initial visit—replacing damaged piping, rebuilding toilet tanks, or installing a new sump pump. In rare cases where specialized parts are needed or extensive excavation is required, we will first stabilize the situation to stop water damage and restore basic service. We then schedule the full repair at the earliest possible time and credit the cost of the temporary fix toward the final work, so you never pay twice for the same problem.