Plumbing emergency · Arlington, TX
Emergency Plumbing in Arlington, TX
For a burst pipe, major leak or sewage backup in Arlington, shut off the water first, then call. Problems on the street side of the meter go to City of Arlington; anything on your side goes to a licensed plumber, and we connect you with one.
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Call now for
- Burst pipes
- Major leaks
- Sewage backups
- Overflowing toilets
- Leaking water heaters
Emergency plumbing services in Arlington
- Burst Pipe RepairStopping and repairing burst or split pipes.
- Sewer BackupSewage coming up through floor drains, tubs or toilets.
- Water Heater RepairNo hot water, leaking tank, strange noises or uneven temperature.
- Leak DetectionHidden leaks behind walls, ceilings or floors, or a bill that suddenly jumps.
- Frozen Pipe RepairThawing frozen lines safely and fixing freeze damage.
- Sump Pump Repair and InstallationSump pumps that fail, run constantly or need replacing.
Emergencies we connect you with help for
- Burst or split pipes
- Water leaking through a ceiling
- Sewage backing up into drains
- An overflowing toilet that won't stop
- A water heater leaking from the tank
- No water in the house
Emergencies most likely in Arlington homes
- Freezes are occasional in Arlington, which is exactly why they cause damage: pipes in attics, exterior walls and outdoor spigots often aren't protected. In a cold snap, know where your main shutoff is before you need it.
- Expansive clay moves slab foundations and stresses water lines beneath them.
- North Texas freezes, like February 2021, catch pipes in attics and exterior walls.
- Typical home built
- 1990
- Homes before 1980
- 26%
- Winter freezes
- Occasional hard freezes
The first five minutes
- 1Shut off the waterMain shutoff, or the fixture's own valve.
- 2Cut power near waterOnly from a dry spot.
- 3Gas smell: leave firstCall the gas utility or 911 from outside.
- 4Call and describe itSay what failed and when.
What affects the price
The plumbing company sets the price after seeing the job; ask for it in writing before work starts.
- Time of day, weekends and holidays
- What failed and how much water got out
- Access to the pipe or fixture
- Whether a temporary fix or a full repair is done first
- Parts the plumber has to source
Plumbing work we connect Arlington homeowners with
Sewer BackupSewage coming up through floor drains, tubs or toilets. Water Heater RepairNo hot water, leaking tank, strange noises or uneven temperature. Leak DetectionHidden leaks behind walls, ceilings or floors, or a bill that suddenly jumps. Frozen Pipe RepairThawing frozen lines safely and fixing freeze damage. Sump Pump Repair and InstallationSump pumps that fail, run constantly or need replacing.
Emergency Plumbing in Arlington: questions
How do I get my water turned back on after a plumbing repair in Arlington?
Call Arlington Water Utilities Customer Service at 817-275-5931, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., to schedule an on-after-repairs appointment.
What's Arlington Water Utilities' after-hours emergency number?
After hours and on weekends, call Arlington Water Utilities' 24-Hour Emergency Service line at 817-459-5900 for shutoff help, main breaks, leaks, sewer overflows or contamination. Weekday daytime calls go to 817-275-5931.
Should I shut off my Arlington home's water before leaving town in winter?
Yes. Arlington advises turning off water to the house and opening faucets to relieve pressure before an extended trip in freezing weather. Without a private cutoff valve, call 817-275-5931 weekdays or 817-459-5900 after hours.
Who fixes a water main break on my street in Arlington?
City of Arlington handles mains and the service line up to the meter. A plumber handles the line from the meter to the house and everything inside.
What should I do if a pipe bursts during a Arlington freeze?
Close the main shutoff, open the faucets to drain the lines, and keep heat on. Because freezes are occasional in Arlington, many homes have pipes in attics or exterior walls; those are the usual breaks.
Are older Arlington homes more likely to have plumbing emergencies?
Age matters: the median Arlington home was built in 1990 and 26% predate 1980. Homes of that era typically have copper or CPVC supply, plastic drains, and in some homes gray polybutylene supply pipe.
Is slab leak repair a common emergency in Arlington?
Expansive clay moves slab foundations and stresses water lines beneath them.
Is frozen pipe repair a common emergency in Arlington?
North Texas freezes, like February 2021, catch pipes in attics and exterior walls.
Emergency Plumbing near Arlington
More plumbing services in Arlington
- Water Heater Replacement in Arlington, TXWater Heater Replacement in Arlington, TX: homes from the 1980s–90s growth years are on aging heaters.
- Slab Leak Repair in Arlington, TXSlab Leak Repair in Arlington, TX: expansive clay moves slab foundations and stresses water lines beneath them.
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Arlington, TXFrozen Pipe Repair in Arlington, TX: north Texas freezes, like February 2021, catch pipes in attics and exterior walls.
- All plumbing services in ArlingtonEvery plumbing service available to Arlington homes.
Local rules and details for Arlington
Who to call in Arlington
Leaks on the street side of the water meter, a broken main or no water on the whole street are for the water utility: in Arlington that is City of Arlington. Check its website or your water bill for its emergency line.
Leaks, backups and failures on your side of the meter, inside the house or in your sewer lateral, are a plumber's job. Call us and we connect you with an independent, licensed plumbing company that handles emergency calls in Arlington; when they can arrive depends on that company and the time of day.
Reporting a water emergency in Arlington
- Arlington Water Utilities says customers needing water turned back on after repairs should call Customer Service at 817-275-5931 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, to book a two-hour appointment window. If the crew sees more than 10 gallons pass through the meter when turning water on, it will shut the water off again. [3]
- Arlington Water Utilities can be reached at 817-275-5931 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. After hours or on weekends, the city directs customers to its 24-Hour Emergency Service line at 817-459-5900 for help turning off water or to report a suspected water main break, water leak, sewer overflow or water contamination. [4]
- The City of Arlington tells residents who will be out of town for an extended time during freezing weather to turn off water to the house and open faucets to reduce pressure. Residents without a private water cutoff valve can call 817-275-5931 on weekdays or 817-459-5900 after hours, and can also reach the city's Action Center at 817-459-6777 on weekdays. [5]
Other common plumbing calls in Arlington
- Water Heater Replacement: homes from the 1980s–90s growth years are on aging heaters.
Arlington facts behind this page
- Arlington's water comes from four reservoirs: Cedar Creek, Richland-Chambers, Lake Arlington and Lake Benbrook. [1]
- The median home in Arlington was built in 1990. [2]
- About 26% of Arlington's housing units were built before 1980, the era of galvanized steel supply pipe, cast iron drains and clay sewer laterals. [2]
- Arlington Water Utilities says customers needing water turned back on after repairs should call Customer Service at 817-275-5931 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, to book a two-hour appointment window. If the crew sees more than 10 gallons pass through the meter when turning water on, it will shut the water off again. [3]
- Arlington Water Utilities can be reached at 817-275-5931 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. After hours or on weekends, the city directs customers to its 24-Hour Emergency Service line at 817-459-5900 for help turning off water or to report a suspected water main break, water leak, sewer overflow or water contamination. [4]
- The City of Arlington tells residents who will be out of town for an extended time during freezing weather to turn off water to the house and open faucets to reduce pressure. Residents without a private water cutoff valve can call 817-275-5931 on weekdays or 817-459-5900 after hours, and can also reach the city's Action Center at 817-459-6777 on weekdays. [5]
Sources (5)
- City of Arlington, 2024 Water Quality Report announcement · checked 2026-10-01
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01
- City of Arlington Water Utilities, Guidelines for Turning Water On (10/2019) · checked 2026-10-19
- City of Arlington, 7 Tips for Avoiding Water Damage and Water Loss This Winter · checked 2026-10-20
- City of Arlington, Protect Your Pets, Plants and Pipes During Freezing Temperatures · checked 2026-10-20