Emergency plumber Sydney
Burst pipe, sewage overflow, gas smell or a hot water tank leaking through the floor? We aim to have a licensed plumber with you within the hour, day or night, across Sydney, with no call out fee.
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Send your suburb and what is happening and we call you back. If water is spreading or you can smell gas, call us instead of using the form.
Our iron clad guarantee
- Complimentary safety inspection includedEvery job comes with a complimentary whole-system safety inspection for complete peace of mind.
- 100% satisfaction or we fix it freeNot happy with our work? We’ll come back and make it right at no extra cost.
- Full year warranty on all partsEvery component we install is backed by a comprehensive 12-month warranty.
- Lifetime guarantee on workmanshipOur installation work is guaranteed for life. If it fails due to workmanship, we’ll fix it free.
Do you need a Sydney emergency plumber right now?
Do you think you might need a team of the best emergency plumbers Sydney-wide right this very moment? At Rapid Service Plumbing, we recommend you give us a shout immediately for:
The archetypical plumbing emergency is a burst water pipe, which can turn your lounge room into a lake and rack up thousands in damage bills in no time.
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Plumber within the hourIf you can see or smell bacteria and parasite-breeding raw sewage, you’re in a potentially even more dangerous plumbing emergency than rampant flooding.
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Plumber within the hourNot only can’t you live at your place for long without water, a catastrophic supply issue means something has gone very, very wrong.
Seeing this? Call 02 9099 9138Plumber within the hourCan you hear hissing, trickling or gushing from behind the interior walls in your home? The longer you ignore it, the more damage could be occurring - and your wiring, floors and home’s very foundational structure could be at risk.
Seeing this? Call 02 9099 9138Plumber within the hourThe smell of gas is a critical emergency. Leaks can cause explosions or serious health risks, so urgent professional help is essential.
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Plumber within the hourCall now, or can it wait till morning?
Not every leak needs a plumber at 2am. Most emergencies have a look-alike that can safely wait for a daytime visit at daytime rates.
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Water you cannot stop
A burst pipe or a split flexi hose can put water through a ceiling in minutes.
Can wait
A dripping tap
Annoying and wasteful, but it will not damage the house overnight.
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Every drain backing up
When the toilet, shower and the gully trap outside all back up together, the blockage is in the main sewer line and waste has nowhere to go.
Can wait
One slow drain
If the other drains and the toilet run normally, the blockage is local to that one fixture.
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A hot water tank leaking from the base
A tank leaking from the bottom has usually rusted through, and it will not seal again.
Can wait
No hot water, nothing leaking
Often a tripped switch or a pilot light that has gone out. Nothing is being damaged while you wait.
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Water bubbling up outside
Water rising through the lawn or a crack in the driveway means a broken supply pipe underground. It wastes water by the hour and can wash out the ground under paths and slabs.
Can wait
A damp patch that stays the same
A soggy spot in the yard that is no bigger after a day is worth a look, but not at night rates.
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Water near power
Water dripping from a light fitting, or a sagging ceiling near the switchboard, is a shock and fire risk.
Can wait
An old, dry ceiling stain
A mark that is dry to the touch is not spreading tonight. We trace the source in daylight.
Not sure which side you are on?
Call us and a licensed plumber will tell you whether it can wait.
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Rapid Service Plumbing: when emergency strikes!
But we’ll be honest - here at Rapid Service Plumbing, we’ve seen and dealt with a lot more plumbing emergencies than that all over Sydney &beyond! No matter the time of day or night, a fully-stocked van and a friendly, attentive and fully-licensed emergency local Sydney plumber arestanding by and ready to rumble. We carry all the parts, specialised tools & equipment and always use a cool, calm approach to solve the fullsuite of potential dramas in record time and at the lowest possible price, including:
- Blocked drains & overflowing toilets
- Leaking or burst hot water system
- Plumbing fixture failures
- Uncontrolled stormwater/storm effects & much more.
Our guides on this job
- Licensed #379146C
- Fully stocked van
- Honest pricing
Don’t wait to call the emergency plumber Sydney trusts
Is a plumbing emergency underway at your Sydney residence or business premises right now? Before calling Rapid Service Plumbing, do the following:
- 1Turn off the water
- 2Try to catch leaking water in buckets
- 3Open taps to drain the remaining water from your pipes
- 4Call the friendly team at Rapid Service Plumbing!
With our fast and seamless customer service matched only by our experience, expertise and top-of-the-line equipment and techniques, find out why the people of Sydney keep turning to us when plumbing emergencies strike!
For immediate service, tailored advice, a no-obligation quote or the full suite of plumbing services offered all over Sydney & beyond, call Rapid Service Plumbing Today.
Know where your shut-offs are
Turning off the supply is the first thing to do in any plumbing emergency. Here it is valve by valve. Find yours now, not in the middle of a leak.
Find the water meter. On most Sydney houses it sits near the front boundary, in a small box at ground level or beside the driveway.
Turn the stop tap next to the meter clockwise until it stops. A lever valve is off when the handle sits across the pipe.
In a unit, your own shut-off is often in a hallway cupboard or the building's meter room. Ask your strata manager where it is today.
Turn off the energy. On an electric heater, switch off the hot water circuit at the switchboard, usually labelled HWS. On a gas heater, turn the control knob to off or close the valve on the gas pipe going into it.
Close the cold water valve on the pipe going into the tank so it stops refilling.
Leave the relief valve alone. It can release scalding water.
Get everyone outside. Do not switch lights or appliances on or off, and do not use a phone inside.
If the smell is strong or you can hear hissing, call 000 from outside and do not go back to the meter.
Otherwise turn the valve at the gas meter a quarter turn so the handle sits across the pipe, then call us from outside.
On bottled gas? There is no meter valve. Close the valve on top of each cylinder by turning it clockwise.
How it works
What happens after you call us with an emergency, at any hour.
Tell us what you can see
Call 02 9099 9138 at any hour. Tell us whether water, gas or power is involved, and we talk you through the right shut-off while your plumber is booked.
Work order- $0 call out
- Answered 24/7
- Suburb and problem noted
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Aiming for within the hour
The nearest licensed plumber heads to you in a fully stocked van, and we give you an arrival time you can plan around.
Work order- Licensed #379146C
- Fully stocked van
- Within the hour
Licensed #379146C, Sydney wide
Made safe, then fixed
First we stop the damage. Then you get the price for the permanent repair before we start, and the finished job carries our 12 month parts warranty and lifetime workmanship guarantee.
Work order- Free safety inspection
- 12 month parts warranty
- Lifetime workmanship guarantee
Licensed #379146C, Sydney wide
What an emergency plumber costs
You pay for the job itself, and you get the price before the work starts.
The time of the call
Nights, weekends and public holidays cost more across Sydney, because the plumber is working outside a normal shift.
Finding the fault
A burst you can see takes minutes to find. A leak inside a wall or under a slab may need a pressure test or a drain camera first.
Getting to the pipe
Pipes in a ceiling, behind tiles or under a concrete path take longer to reach and to make good afterwards.
Parts
Our vans carry the common fittings, valves and pipe, so most jobs are finished on the first visit. A particular hot water unit or part may have to be ordered in.
Make safe now, fix in full later
At night we can stop the damage and book the permanent repair for business hours, at daytime rates. We tell you which makes more sense for your job.
$0 call out fee
Any hour,
any day
- The price agreed before work starts
- Make safe tonight, finish at daytime rates
- Licensed #379146C, every plumber
What Sydney plumbers charge per hour
- Standard hours, Sydney$120 to $160
- After hours$150 to $250
- Weekends$180 to $250
- Public holidays and overnight$250 to $300+
Industry ranges from our guide to plumber pricing. Rates vary between plumbers and your quote depends on the job.
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Frequently asked questions
What qualifies as a plumbing emergency?
A plumbing emergency is any situation that threatens property, health, or safety and requires immediate attention. Common emergencies include burst pipes, overflowing toilets, serious leaks, gas smells, blocked drains, and sudden hot water failures.
What should I do if I have a plumbing emergency?
If faced with a plumbing emergency, turn off your main water supply if safe to do so, avoid using affected fixtures, and contact Rapid Service Plumbing for urgent 24/7 assistance. For gas leaks, turn off your gas at the meter and ventilate the area while waiting for professional help.
Are emergency plumbing services available after hours and on weekends?
Yes, Rapid Service Plumbing offers around-the-clock emergency plumbing services - including nights, weekends, and public holidays - to ensure help is always available when needed most.
What types of emergency plumbing problems do you handle?
Rapid Service Plumbing can urgently tackle burst and leaking pipes, blocked drains, overflowing toilets, hot water system breakdowns, gas leaks, and roof or gutter leaks for both residential and commercial properties.
How fast can an emergency plumber get to me?
We aim to have a plumber with you within the hour across Sydney. The time of night and traffic change that, so we give you a realistic arrival time when you call and let you know if it moves.
Is there a call out fee for after-hours emergencies?
No. There is no call out fee at any hour. You pay for the work, and you get the price before the work starts.
Is there an emergency plumber near me right now?
We cover all of Sydney, from Western Sydney and the Hills District to the Northern Beaches, the Eastern Suburbs and the Sutherland Shire. Call and we send the nearest available plumber.
Can you fix a gas leak at night?
Yes. Our licensed gas fitters attend gas leaks 24 hours a day. Get everyone outside first, and if the smell is strong, call 000 before anything else.
Will my insurance pay for an emergency plumber?
Many home policies cover damage from a sudden burst, and some cover the cost of finding the leak. Gradual leaks and worn-out parts are usually excluded. Take photos before anything is moved, and ask us for a written report of what failed and why.
Should I try to fix it myself first?
Making it safe is fine: catch what you can and move valuables clear. Do not open up a gas appliance, cut into a wall near wiring, or pour chemical drain cleaner into a fully blocked drain. Each one makes the job slower and more dangerous.
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