Sudden Burst Pipe
Sudden Burst Pipe | Emergency Plumbing | Plumbing | Winchester
When a pipe suddenly gives way in the middle of the night, every second counts. HEP’s burst-pipe specialists race across Winchester 24/7, armed with cutting-edge leak-detection gear and a van stocked like a mobile workshop. From isolating the water supply to replacing cracked copper or frozen plastic, our engineers work cleanly, fast, and with the calm confidence that only decades of local experience can bring—so you can swap panic for relief in record time.
Whether water is pouring through a ceiling, gushing from a garden feed or stealthily soaking your floorboards, our emergency plumbing service is built around rapid response and transparent pricing. One quick call brings a friendly professional to your door, ready to stop the flow, protect your home, and restore full water pressure before bigger damage sets in. Relax; Winchester’s trusted team is already on the way.
FAQs
What should I do first when I discover a burst pipe in my Winchester home?
Immediately shut off your property’s main water supply valve to stop further flooding. If you can safely reach your electrical consumer unit, turn off the electricity to affected areas. Then call our 24/7 emergency plumbing line so a qualified engineer can be dispatched to your Winchester address within the hour.
How quickly can your emergency plumbers reach me in Winchester?
We have mobile teams stationed across Winchester and the surrounding villages. In most cases we arrive within 30–60 minutes of your call, day or night, weekends and holidays included. You will receive an ETA when booking and real-time updates as the engineer travels to you.
Will you repair the burst pipe on the spot or only do a temporary fix?
Our vans carry a wide range of copper, plastic and PEX pipe, isolation valves, couplers and soldering equipment, allowing us to complete permanent repairs on the first visit over 90% of the time. If a full repair requires specialised parts or extensive drying, we will make the area safe, perform a solid temporary fix and schedule a follow-up appointment ASAP.
How much does an emergency burst pipe repair typically cost in Winchester?
Call-out and diagnosis are included in our fixed emergency fee, which starts at £79 + VAT for properties within Winchester’s SO22, SO23 and SO24 postcodes. Labour is then billed in 30-minute increments, and most straightforward pipe repairs fall between £140–£220 total. You will receive a clear written quotation before any work begins.
Can you help with water damage cleanup after the pipe is repaired?
Yes. Once the leak is stopped, we can extract standing water, install commercial dehumidifiers and issue a moisture report for your insurer. We also work with trusted local decorators and flooring specialists should you need further restoration services.
Do you handle insurance paperwork for burst pipe claims?
Absolutely. We supply detailed invoices, photos of the damage and a written engineer’s report that meets insurance company requirements. If your insurer needs to speak to the plumber directly, we’re happy to coordinate, helping streamline your claim and speed up reimbursement.