Urgent plumbing problems
Does the water or wastewater need to be stopped now?
Burst pipes, sewage backups, failed sump pumps during rising water, and water near electrical equipment need a safety-first response. Follow the immediate instruction before ordinary troubleshooting.
Keep away from sewage and wet electrical equipment. Stop the water only when the route and shutoff are dry and safely accessible.
Choose the closest symptom
Common urgent plumbing
Each guide begins with a direct answer and separates safe homeowner observations from work that belongs to a plumbing professional.
A pipe has burst and water is sprayingStop the water if you can and arrange urgent serviceSewage is backing up into the homeKeep away from the hazard and act now
The sump pump is not workingStop the water if you can and arrange urgent serviceWater is near electrical equipmentKeep away from the hazard and act now