Plumbing emergency · St. Paul, MN
Emergency Plumbing in St. Paul, MN
For a burst pipe, major leak or sewage backup in St. Paul, shut off the water first, then call. Problems on the street side of the meter go to Saint Paul Regional Water Services; 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 St. Paul
- 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 St. Paul homes
- St. Paul sees long, hard freezes. Burst pipes usually show up when the pipe thaws, so check exposed lines, garages and crawlspaces after a hard freeze.
- 77% of St. Paul's homes were built before 1980 (median year built 1952). Aging galvanized supply pipe and cast iron or clay sewer lines are behind many sudden leaks and backups in homes of that age.
- Long subzero spells freeze pipes on exterior walls, porches and in unheated spaces.
- Older homes may have aging or lead service lines.
- Typical home built
- 1952
- Homes before 1980
- 77%
- 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 St. Paul 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 St. Paul: questions
Who do I call for a water emergency in Saint Paul at night?
SPRWS's Dispatch Office at 651-266-6874 answers 24 hours for water main and hydrant repairs and after-hour water service restoration.
Is there a 24-hour water utility number in St. Paul for a night-time emergency?
Yes. Saint Paul Regional Water Services Dispatch answers 651-266-6874 around the clock for water main and hydrant problems and after-hours service restoration. Plumbing inside the home still needs a licensed plumber.
Who fixes a water main break on my street in St. Paul?
Saint Paul Regional Water Services 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 St. Paul freeze?
Close the main shutoff, open the faucets to drain the lines, and keep heat on. In St. Paul, check garages, crawlspaces and exterior walls first.
Are older St. Paul homes more likely to have plumbing emergencies?
Age matters: the median St. Paul home was built in 1952 and 77% 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 St. Paul?
Long subzero spells freeze pipes on exterior walls, porches and in unheated spaces.
Is water line repair a common emergency in St. Paul?
Older homes may have aging or lead service lines.
Emergency Plumbing near St. Paul
More plumbing services in St. Paul
- Drain Cleaning in St. Paul, MNDrain Cleaning in St. Paul, MN: about three-quarters of homes predate 1980, many with original cast iron drains.
- Water Line Repair in St. Paul, MNWater Line Repair in St. Paul, MN: older homes may have aging or lead service lines.
- All plumbing services in St. PaulEvery plumbing service available to St. Paul homes.
Local rules and details for St. Paul
Who to call in St. Paul
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 St. Paul that is Saint Paul Regional Water Services. 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 St. Paul; when they can arrive depends on that company and the time of day.
Reporting a water emergency in St. Paul
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services lists its Dispatch Office / Emergencies line, 651-266-6874, as available 24 hours. Services include water main, hydrant and street repair, plus after-hour water service restoration; customer service for billing is 651-266-6350 during business hours. [3]
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services runs a Dispatch Office for emergencies at 651-266-6874, staffed 24 hours. Dispatch handles water main, hydrant and street repair as well as after-hour water service restoration. Regular SPRWS customer service at 651-266-6350 is available 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, at 1900 Rice St. [3]
Other common plumbing calls in St. Paul
- Drain Cleaning: about three-quarters of homes predate 1980, many with original cast iron drains.
St. Paul facts behind this page
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services pumps Mississippi River water through a chain of lakes north of the city, then softens it from about 10 to about 5 grains per gallon. [1]
- The median home in St. Paul was built in 1952. [2]
- About 77% of St. Paul's housing units were built before 1980, the era of galvanized steel supply pipe, cast iron drains and clay sewer laterals. [2]
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services lists its Dispatch Office / Emergencies line, 651-266-6874, as available 24 hours. Services include water main, hydrant and street repair, plus after-hour water service restoration; customer service for billing is 651-266-6350 during business hours. [3]
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services runs a Dispatch Office for emergencies at 651-266-6874, staffed 24 hours. Dispatch handles water main, hydrant and street repair as well as after-hour water service restoration. Regular SPRWS customer service at 651-266-6350 is available 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, at 1900 Rice St. [3]
Sources (3)
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services, Water Treatment Process · checked 2026-10-01
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01
- Saint Paul Regional Water Services, Customer Resources · checked 2026-10-19