Plumbing emergency · Newark, NJ
Emergency Plumbing in Newark, NJ
For a burst pipe, major leak or sewage backup in Newark, shut off the water first, then call. Problems on the street side of the meter go to City of Newark; 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 Newark
- 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 Newark homes
- Newark sees regular hard freezes. Burst pipes usually show up when the pipe thaws, so check exposed lines, garages and crawlspaces after a hard freeze.
- 65% of Newark's homes were built before 1980 (median year built 1967). Aging galvanized supply pipe and cast iron or clay sewer lines are behind many sudden leaks and backups in homes of that age.
- Pipes in exterior walls and unheated spaces freeze in cold snaps.
- Typical home built
- 1967
- Homes before 1980
- 65%
- Winter freezes
- Regular 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 Newark 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 Newark: questions
Does Newark have a round-the-clock line for water and sewer emergencies?
Yes. Newark Water and Sewer's Emergency Call Center answers 24/7 at 973-733-3654, 3655 or 3656 and sends an inspector. Problems on your side of the property line still need a plumber.
Who handles an emergency sewer lateral problem at a Newark home?
Newark maintains only its sewer mains; the lateral from the main to your house and all interior sewer pipes belong to the homeowner, so an emergency plumber handles those repairs.
Who fixes a water main break on my street in Newark?
City of Newark 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 Newark freeze?
Close the main shutoff, open the faucets to drain the lines, and keep heat on. In Newark, check garages, crawlspaces and exterior walls first.
Are older Newark homes more likely to have plumbing emergencies?
Age matters: the median Newark home was built in 1967 and 65% predate 1980. Homes of that era typically have copper or galvanized supply, cast iron drains, clay or cast iron sewer laterals.
Is frozen pipe repair a common emergency in Newark?
Pipes in exterior walls and unheated spaces freeze in cold snaps.
Emergency Plumbing near Newark
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More plumbing services in Newark
- Drain Cleaning in Newark, NJDrain Cleaning in Newark, NJ: older multi-family buildings share drain stacks that build up and clog.
- Water Heater Replacement in Newark, NJWater Heater Replacement in Newark, NJ: aging heaters in older buildings fail, sometimes flooding units below.
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Newark, NJFrozen Pipe Repair in Newark, NJ: pipes in exterior walls and unheated spaces freeze in cold snaps.
- All plumbing services in NewarkEvery plumbing service available to Newark homes.
Local rules and details for Newark
Who to call in Newark
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 Newark that is City of Newark. 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 Newark; when they can arrive depends on that company and the time of day.
Reporting a water emergency in Newark
- Newark Water and Sewer's Emergency Maintenance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through its Emergency Call Center at 973-733-3654, 973-733-3655 or 973-733-3656. Callers reporting water problems should give as much detail as possible, such as whether water is streaming or gushing and the nearest intersecting streets, and an inspector is dispatched to investigate. [3]
- Newark Water and Sewer states that it maintains the department's sewer mains, while the lateral connections from those mains to the house, and all sewer pipes within the house or building, are the homeowner's responsibility. If sewer odor appears in more than one fixture, residents should call the Emergency Call Center at 973-733-3654, 3655 or 3656. [3]
Other common plumbing calls in Newark
- Drain Cleaning: older multi-family buildings share drain stacks that build up and clog.
- Water Heater Replacement: aging heaters in older buildings fail, sometimes flooding units below.
Newark facts behind this page
- Newark completed its Lead Service Line Replacement program, removing and replacing more than 23,000 lead service lines with copper. [1]
- The median home in Newark was built in 1967. [2]
- About 65% of Newark's housing units were built before 1980, the era of galvanized steel supply pipe, cast iron drains and clay sewer laterals. [2]
- Newark Water and Sewer's Emergency Maintenance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through its Emergency Call Center at 973-733-3654, 973-733-3655 or 973-733-3656. Callers reporting water problems should give as much detail as possible, such as whether water is streaming or gushing and the nearest intersecting streets, and an inspector is dispatched to investigate. [3]
- Newark Water and Sewer states that it maintains the department's sewer mains, while the lateral connections from those mains to the house, and all sewer pipes within the house or building, are the homeowner's responsibility. If sewer odor appears in more than one fixture, residents should call the Emergency Call Center at 973-733-3654, 3655 or 3656. [3]
Sources (3)
- City of Newark, Lead Service Line Replacement Program · checked 2026-10-01
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01
- Newark Water and Sewer Utilities, Frequently Asked Questions · checked 2026-10-20