Split or burst pipes
Close the main valve, then call. The damaged piece comes out, new pipe goes in and a pressure test comes before the water returns.
Emergency Plumbing in Michigan
A pipe splits in a cold wall. A floor drain pushes up dirty water. Plumbers of Michigan takes these urgent calls, along with overflowing toilets and leaking heaters.
We take calls from all over Michigan. Arrival time depends on the day, the hour and the roads, but we can talk you through stopping the water.
Urgent plumbing problems
Water or sewage in the basement
Stop using water the moment a floor drain bubbles. Water coming up a floor drain points to a blocked main line, and work starts at the cleanout.
A toilet that overflows
One toilet spilling means its own clog. If the basement drain or tub fills too, the main line is blocked.
A water heater that is leaking
Shut the cold valve above the tank and cut power or gas. We can tighten a leaking fitting, but a rusted-through tank is replaced.
A frozen pipe after a cold night
No water on a frozen morning may mean ice in the pipe. Never use a flame. Splits show up as it thaws, so keep the main valve close.
Find your main shutoff now
Look in the basement first, near the meter or the heater, then try a utility room, crawl space or garage. Wheel handles close to the right and levers turn a quarter. Stuck? Tell us on the phone.
Lift rugs, boxes and electronics off the wet floor, and keep clear of any wet outlet or switch.
Freezes in Michigan
From 2015 to 2024 our places logged about 113 to 157 nights a year at or below 32°F. Attics, crawl spaces, outside walls and spigots go first. The pipe freeze risk checker rates your house.
Frequently asked questions
Do I turn off the water heater as well?
Yes, if the heater is leaking or the main stays shut. Cut the breaker or gas so nothing runs dry.
Can a slow drip wait?
A slow drip will not heal on its own. Seeping water softens wood. Close the fixture’s own valve and book a repair.
Behind a flood there can sit a clog or an aging heater, so see drain cleaning and water heater repair and installation. The home page lists the other services.
Call us for a free quote
Begin with whether water is still flowing, then describe the damage and place. Ask for your free quote.
Call (855) 321-3426