Plumbing emergency · Little Rock, AR
Emergency Plumbing in Little Rock, AR
For a burst pipe, major leak or sewage backup in Little Rock, shut off the water first, then call. Problems on the street side of the meter go to Central Arkansas Water; 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 Little Rock
- 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 Little Rock homes
- Freezes are occasional in Little Rock, 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.
- 53% of Little Rock's homes were built before 1980 (median year built 1978). Aging galvanized supply pipe and cast iron or clay sewer lines are behind many sudden leaks and backups in homes of that age.
- Ice storms catch pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls.
- Typical home built
- 1978
- Homes before 1980
- 53%
- 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 Little Rock 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 Little Rock: questions
Is a leak near my Little Rock water meter the utility's problem or mine?
Central Arkansas Water handles leaks on mains, services and meters, plus a short tailpiece after the meter. Leaks from that tailpiece connection into the house are private plumbing. Its emergency line is 501-377-1239.
Which valve should I close during a burst pipe in Little Rock?
Use your own shutoff valve outside the meter box, which Central Arkansas Water says code requires for the whole structure. The meter valve is for utility staff. Find and mark your valve before an emergency happens.
Who fixes a water main break on my street in Little Rock?
Central Arkansas Water 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 Little Rock freeze?
Close the main shutoff, open the faucets to drain the lines, and keep heat on. Because freezes are occasional in Little Rock, many homes have pipes in attics or exterior walls; those are the usual breaks.
Are older Little Rock homes more likely to have plumbing emergencies?
Age matters: the median Little Rock home was built in 1978 and 53% predate 1980. Homes of that era typically have copper supply, early plastic (ABS or PVC) drains, some cast iron.
Is frozen pipe repair a common emergency in Little Rock?
Ice storms catch pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls.
Emergency Plumbing near Little Rock
More plumbing services in Little Rock
- Sewer Line Repair in Little Rock, ARSewer Line Repair in Little Rock, AR: older laterals crack and let roots in.
- Water Heater Replacement in Little Rock, ARWater Heater Replacement in Little Rock, AR: heaters in older homes reach end of life.
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Little Rock, ARFrozen Pipe Repair in Little Rock, AR: ice storms catch pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls.
- All plumbing services in Little RockEvery plumbing service available to Little Rock homes.
Local rules and details for Little Rock
Who to call in Little Rock
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 Little Rock that is Central Arkansas Water. 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 Little Rock; when they can arrive depends on that company and the time of day.
Reporting a water emergency in Little Rock
- Central Arkansas Water lists an emergency number of 501-377-1239 and customer service at 501-372-5161. The utility maintains public mains, services, valve boxes, meter boxes and meters, plus a 1 to 2 foot tailpiece on the outlet side of the meter; leaks from that tailpiece connection up to and into the structure are considered private plumbing. [1]
- According to Central Arkansas Water, the valve on the water meter is for utility personnel, and the Arkansas plumbing code requires customers to have a shutoff valve outside the meter box that shuts off water to the entire structure in an emergency. The utility recommends locating that valve, confirming it works and marking it for quick use. [1]
Other common plumbing calls in Little Rock
- Sewer Line Repair: older laterals crack and let roots in.
- Water Heater Replacement: heaters in older homes reach end of life.
Little Rock facts behind this page
- Central Arkansas Water's supply from Lake Maumelle and Lake Winona is soft, at about 1.0 to 1.7 grains per gallon (17 to 29 mg/L). [1]
- The median home in Little Rock was built in 1978. [2]
- About 53% of Little Rock's housing units were built before 1980, the era of galvanized steel supply pipe, cast iron drains and clay sewer laterals. [2]
- Central Arkansas Water lists an emergency number of 501-377-1239 and customer service at 501-372-5161. The utility maintains public mains, services, valve boxes, meter boxes and meters, plus a 1 to 2 foot tailpiece on the outlet side of the meter; leaks from that tailpiece connection up to and into the structure are considered private plumbing. [1]
- According to Central Arkansas Water, the valve on the water meter is for utility personnel, and the Arkansas plumbing code requires customers to have a shutoff valve outside the meter box that shuts off water to the entire structure in an emergency. The utility recommends locating that valve, confirming it works and marking it for quick use. [1]
Sources (2)
- Central Arkansas Water, FAQs · checked 2026-10-01
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01