Emergency Plumbers in London
London Property Services provides emergency plumbers across London for homes and businesses. From a burst pipe or a leak you can’t trace to a blocked drain or no running water, our trade-qualified plumbers can attend your property quickly to stop the problem and put it right.
We also handle everyday and planned plumbing work across the city, so whether it’s a 2 am emergency call out or a job that can wait until morning, one call covers it all.
Why choose us as emergency plumbers in London?
- Emergency plumbers across all London postcodes
- Residential and commercial properties
- Burst pipes, leaks, blocked drains, no water, overflows and more
- Response time of within the hour
- 24/7 availability
- 12 months workmanship guarantee
- Public liability insurance of £10,000,000
- Gas Safe registered for any gas work
When you need an emergency plumber in London
A plumbing problem becomes an emergency when water is escaping and causing damage or compromising safety and supply.
You can call our team at any time for burst or leaking pipes, water coming through your ceiling, blocked drains, overflowing toilets, no running water, frozen pipes or a leak that you can’t locate. Acting fast is the best possible response to prevent a problem from escalating.
Common plumbing emergencies in London we fix
Our trade-qualified plumbers handle the full range of domestic and commercial plumbing emergencies in London. These include, but aren’t limited to:
- Burst and leaking pipes
- Leak detection
- Blocked drains and drainage
- Blocked or overflowing toilets
- No running water or a lack of water pressure
- Leaking or overflowing water tanks and cylinders
- Faulty or leaking taps, valves and stopcocks
- Overflowing or faulty cisterns
- Saniflo/macerator faults
- Flooding and water extraction
Emergency leak repair and water removal in london
If a leak has already caused flooding or standing water, we handle both sides of the problem: stopping the leaks and clearing the water. Our emergency plumbers trace and repair the source, then remove standing water and help limit the damage to your property.
A fast response matters. The longer water sits, the further it spreads into floors, walls and ceilings, and the higher repair bill climbs. Whether it’s a burst pipe, an overflowing tank or a leak you can’t locate, we aim to attend quickly, make the situation safe and get your property dried out and back to normal.
Our emergency leak and water removal covers:
- Emergency leak detection & repair
- Burst and leaking pipe repair
- Flood water removal & extraction
- Making safe after a leak or escape of water
- Advice on drying out and next steps for your insurer
If water is near electrics or you’ve lost your supply, tell our team when you call. We’ll give it a priority. If you suspect a leaking roof, see our roof leak repairs page for more information.
What to do if you have a leak or burst pipe
Before our team of emergency plumbers arrive, you can help minimise the severity of the problem, and with an active leak, this matters more than anything else.
- Turn off the water at the stopcock: Your internal stopcock is usually under the kitchen sink, or where the mains pipe enters the property. Turn it clockwise to shut off the supply.
- Turn off the water heating: Switch off the boiler or immersion heater so it isn’t heating an empty system.
- Drain the system: Open your cold taps to clear water from the pipes and ease pressure.
- Catch and contain: Use buckets, towels or bins to collect the water, remembering to relocate any valuables.
- Switch off the electricity: If water is near electrical appliances or sockets, do not touch them. Shut off the power at the consumer unit if safe to do so.
- Call us on 020 7186 0270: Tell us what’s happening, and we’ll dispatch an emergency plumber in London as soon as possible.
If you are not sure where your stopcock is, it’s worth finding it now, before an emergency. That way you can act fast if something happens.
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How quickly can a plumber reach me?
Our emergency plumbers are dispatched quickly. The typical response time is around 1 hour. With active leaks, every minute counts, so we aim to respond to jobs like these or those where health or safety risks are a concern first, with smaller, more manageable issues actioned in a priority order. We will always endeavour to reach you quickly; just brief our call handler on the issue, your location and the current situation, and we’ll give you an ETA.
How much does an emergency plumber cost in London?
The cost of an emergency plumber in London varies. The required parts, the scope of the job and the time of callout all play a part. A quick fix, like clearing a blockage, replacing a washer or adding a section of pipe, can be completed quickly with very few parts. Something more comprehensive, like extensive flooding or a severe leak, will require more parts, time and labour.
We always remain transparent. Our pricing is open and honest. The price you are quoted is the price you pay. If further problems are found upon inspection, we’ll always let you know before proceeding, ensuring you aren’t caught unaware by additional costs or hidden fees.
Blocked drains
Blocked drains are one of the most common issues plumbers in London encounter. One blockage can lead to sinks, toilets and washing facilities grinding to a halt. Left unattended, this can soon escalate to flooding, damp and unpleasant odours. Our plumbers will clear blocked drains for residential and commercial properties in London, tackling everything from a slow sink to a fully backed-up drain. We identify the cause, clear the blockage and advise on how to prevent it recurring. Our guide explains when home insurance covers a blocked drain.
Our other plumbing services in London
We don’t just handle plumbing emergencies. Our same experienced and qualified plumbers also handle planned and everyday plumbing work across London too. If your issue isn’t an emergency and you’d prefer to book an appointment for a time or day that suits you, just let us know.
We’ll investigate and resolve issues like:
- General plumbing repairs and maintenance
- Tap, toilet and cistern repair or replacement
- Bathroom and kitchen plumbing
- Pipework repair or installation
- Water tanks and immersion heaters
- Drainage repairs and maintenance
- Plumbing work for landlords, agents and managed properties
Whether it’s an urgent leak that needs immediate action or a planned job for later in the week, one call to the team at London Property Services covers it.
Will insurance cover my leak or burst pipe?
It depends on your policy. Water damage is one of the most common home insurance claims. As a general guide:
- Buildings insurance usually covers the damage caused by a sudden escape of water, for example a burst pipe that soaks floors, walls or ceilings.
- It does not usually cover the cost of repairing the failed pipe or appliance.
- Gradual leaks and a lack of maintenance are often excluded. Insurers expect sudden, unexpected damage.
- Trace and access cover, if you have it, can help pay to locate a hidden leak.
Always keep photos and receipts and report the damage to your insurer promptly. Whether insurance covers it or not, we’ll give you a clear price up front so you know where you stand. If you have a hidden leak that is causing concern, speak to us about our leak detection service.
Residential emergency plumber London
If something goes wrong with the plumbing at home, it can be stressful. Not only do you struggle to locate the problem, but when you find it, you are unsure how to fix it. Our plumbers are on call to attend homes across London, no matter the hour, to identify the problem and fix it.
If you are a landlord or letting agent with a tenant facing a plumbing emergency, let us know when you call; a fault affecting water, sanitation or heating is your responsibility to repair, and we’ll prioritise it so tenants stay happy and your property remains compliant.
Commercial plumbers London
A plumbing failure in a shopping centre, hotel, leisure centre or restaurant can be catastrophic. From reputational damage to property damage and from health risks to safety concerns, immediate remediation is essential. Our emergency plumbers attend and get the premises back to where it should be, with minimal disruption. We also handle planned, non-emergency plumbing work for commercial properties too, helping you to keep things running, even when a little bump in the road comes along.
We attend any business property in London, and if it’s less disruptive to work outside your trading hours, tell us when you enquire. For managing agents, facilities teams and landlords, we can invoice and coordinate access to suit your process.
Landlord plumbing obligations
If you are a landlord, you have a legal responsibility for keeping the plumbing in working order. Under Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, you must keep in repair and proper working order the installations for the supply of water and sanitation, including pipes, basins, sinks, baths and toilets, as well as heating and hot water.
When a tenant informs you of any plumbing issues, act fast. Contact London Property Services and book a plumber to trace and resolve any plumbing issue your tenanted property may have.
Get your emergency plumber booked today
Whether it’s a burst pipe, a blocked drain or low water pressure, don’t wait for the issue to develop. A rapid response is the ideal solution to stop problems developing and costs rising. Call our team today on 020 7186 0270 and book your emergency plumber in London. Need another emergency repair service in London? Fill in our online form, and we’ll get back to you. We also provide roofers in London, as well as electricians, locksmiths, decorators and more. So whenever there is a property problem, speak to our team.
