Emergency Plumbing in Costa Mesa, CA
A burst pipe or backed-up sewer line cannot wait until next week. Call us and we will get a licensed plumber to your door, often the same day.
Same-Day Emergency Plumbing in Costa Mesa
When water is pouring out of a wall or backing up into your tub, you need help now, not a callback in three days. Reliable Rooter & Plumbing has handled emergency plumbing in Costa Mesa since 1992. We answer emergency calls fast, and in most cases we can have a licensed plumber at your home or business the same day you call.
We are a second-generation, family-owned company based right here in Costa Mesa, so we are not driving in from across the county. Our crew knows the local housing stock, from older slab-foundation homes near the fairgrounds to newer builds on the east side. That matters in an emergency, because knowing where shutoff valves and cleanouts usually sit saves real time when every minute counts.
Every emergency job starts the same way as our regular work: we diagnose the problem, explain what we found in plain English, and give you a clear, up-front quote before any work begins. No surprise charges tacked on afterward. We hold CA Lic. #753331 (C-36 Plumbing), we are bonded and insured, and every job is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Plumbing Emergencies We Handle
Most of the emergency calls we get in Costa Mesa fall into a few categories. Here is how we handle each one.
Burst and Leaking Pipes
A burst pipe can dump hundreds of gallons into your home in under an hour. We locate the break, isolate the line, and make the repair. If the leak is hidden inside a wall or under the foundation, we use electronic leak detection to pinpoint it without tearing your home apart. If the leak is coming from beneath the concrete, that is a job for our slab leak repair crew.
Sewer and Drain Backups
Sewage backing up into a tub or shower is a health hazard, and it usually means the main line is blocked. We clear main lines with professional rooter equipment and hydro-jetting. Learn more on our drain cleaning and rooter service page. When a line keeps backing up, we run a camera through it to find the real cause instead of guessing.
Water Heater Failures
A leaking tank or a sudden loss of hot water often counts as an emergency, especially with kids in the house. We repair most makes and models, and when a tank is past saving we install Bradford White units. See our water heater repair page for the warning signs that a tank is on its way out.
Overflowing Toilets and Fixtures
An overflowing toilet that will not stop, a stuck shutoff valve, or a fixture spraying water all qualify. Shut off the valve behind the fixture if you can reach it, then call us. We will walk you through it on the phone if you are not sure where the valve is.
What to Do Before the Plumber Arrives
The biggest factor in how much damage a plumbing emergency causes is how fast the water gets shut off. You do not need any tools or plumbing knowledge to do this part yourself, and we would rather you stop the water than wait for us with it still running.
If a pipe has burst, do these things first, then call us at (949) 673-5600:
- Shut off the water inlet valve. It is usually at the front of the home, near a hose bib or where the main line enters the house. Turn it clockwise until it stops.
- If the leak involves hot water, turn off the water heater so the tank does not run dry while the supply is off.
- Open a faucet or two at the lowest point of the house to drain pressure out of the lines.
- Move furniture, rugs, and electronics away from the water if it is safe to do so.
- Do not run any water down a drain that is backing up. That includes dishwashers and washing machines on the same line.
- Take a few photos of the damage for your insurance company before cleanup starts.
Why Costa Mesa Calls Us First in a Plumbing Emergency
Same-Day Service
We answer emergency calls fast and can usually have a plumber at your door the same day.
Local Since 1992
34+ years serving Costa Mesa and Orange County. We are based at College Ave, minutes from most calls.
Licensed and Insured
CA Lic. #753331 (C-36 Plumbing), held since 1998. Bonded and insured for your protection.
Up-Front Pricing
You get a clear quote before work starts, even on emergency calls. No hidden fees.
Family-Owned
Second-generation owners who answer to neighbors, not shareholders. Read our customer reviews.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand behind every emergency repair we make.
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Get a Free Emergency Plumbing Quote
Water where it should not be? Call (949) 673-5600 now and we will get a licensed Costa Mesa plumber headed your way, usually the same day.
- Up-front, honest pricing with no hidden fees
- CA Lic. #753331 (C-36) · Licensed, Bonded & Insured
- Mon to Thu 8 AM to 5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM to 5 PM · Sat 8 AM to 12 PM
- Serving Costa Mesa and central Orange County
Request Service
Tell us what is going on and we will call you back, usually the same day.