Plumbing emergency · Fargo, ND
Emergency Plumbing in Fargo, ND
For a burst pipe, major leak or sewage backup in Fargo, shut off the water first, then call. Problems on the street side of the meter go to City of Fargo; anything on your side goes to a licensed plumber, and we connect you with one.
By calling, you agree to be connected with an independent plumbing contractor serving your area. Calls may be recorded for quality and training. The call and referral are free, and you are never obligated to hire.- Licensed local plumbers
- Free call and referral
- You approve the quote first
Call now for
- Burst pipes
- Major leaks
- Sewage backups
- Overflowing toilets
- Leaking water heaters
Emergency plumbing services in Fargo
- 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 Fargo homes
- Fargo sees long, hard freezes. Burst pipes usually show up when the pipe thaws, so check exposed lines, garages and crawlspaces after a hard freeze.
- Extended subzero cold freezes pipes and, in shallow spots, service lines.
- Red River flooding and snowmelt make basement water control essential.
- Flood season can back water into basements through floor drains.
- Typical home built
- 1991
- Homes before 1980
- 36%
- Winter freezes
- Long, 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 Fargo homeowners with
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.
Emergency Plumbing in Fargo: questions
What number do I call at night in Fargo for a water main break or sewer backup?
Fargo lists 701.451.7660 for on-call personnel after hours and on weekends, and 701.241.1453 on weekdays, for both water main breaks and sewer trouble on the city line.
Who fixes a water main break on my street in Fargo?
City of Fargo 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 Fargo freeze?
Close the main shutoff, open the faucets to drain the lines, and keep heat on. In Fargo, check garages, crawlspaces and exterior walls first.
Are older Fargo homes more likely to have plumbing emergencies?
Age matters: the median Fargo home was built in 1991 and 36% predate 1980. Homes of that era typically have copper or CPVC supply, plastic drains, and in some homes gray polybutylene supply pipe.
Is frozen pipe repair a common emergency in Fargo?
Extended subzero cold freezes pipes and, in shallow spots, service lines.
Is sump pump repair and installation a common emergency in Fargo?
Red River flooding and snowmelt make basement water control essential.
Emergency Plumbing near Fargo
More plumbing services in Fargo
- Sewer Backup Cleanup in Fargo, NDSewer Backup Cleanup in Fargo, ND: flood season can back water into basements through floor drains.
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Fargo, NDFrozen Pipe Repair in Fargo, ND: extended subzero cold freezes pipes and, in shallow spots, service lines.
- All plumbing services in FargoEvery plumbing service available to Fargo homes.
Local rules and details for Fargo
Who to call in Fargo
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 Fargo that is City of Fargo. 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 Fargo; when they can arrive depends on that company and the time of day.
Reporting a water emergency in Fargo
- The City of Fargo says water bubbling up in the street may be a water main failure. On weekdays, residents should report it to Fargo Mains and Hydrants at 701.241.1453; after hours and on weekends they should call 701.451.7660 for on-call personnel. The same numbers are listed for reporting sewer backups to the Fargo Street Department so crews can check the city line. [3]
Fargo facts behind this page
- Fargo draws from the Red and Sheyenne rivers; its treatment plant softens the water from an average of about 17 grains per gallon to a target of about 7. [1]
- The median home in Fargo was built in 1991. [2]
- About 36% of Fargo's housing units were built before 1980, the era of galvanized steel supply pipe, cast iron drains and clay sewer laterals. [2]
- The City of Fargo says water bubbling up in the street may be a water main failure. On weekdays, residents should report it to Fargo Mains and Hydrants at 701.241.1453; after hours and on weekends they should call 701.451.7660 for on-call personnel. The same numbers are listed for reporting sewer backups to the Fargo Street Department so crews can check the city line. [3]
Sources (3)
- City of Fargo, Water Treatment Process · checked 2026-10-01
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01
- City of Fargo, Reporting Problems · checked 2026-10-20