Plumbing emergencies always happen at the worst time, late at night, during a holiday dinner, or when you’re getting ready for work. Knowing when to call a 24-hour plumber in Vancouver can be the difference between a quick fix and a major flood.
Here are five signs you need to pick up the phone right now.
1. Total Loss of Water or Sudden Pressure Drop
If your taps suddenly run dry or the water pressure drops to a trickle, something’s seriously wrong. You may be dealing with a burst main line, a frozen pipe, or a serious leak.
What to do:
Shut off your main water valve and call Impero Plumbing immediately. We’ll be on-site within hours.
2. Sewage Odours or Backups
A foul smell in your bathroom or basement isn’t just unpleasant, it’s a health hazard. Sewage backing up into tubs or floor drains is often a sign of a blocked main sewer line.
Emergency action:
Avoid using any water and get our team in for an inspection. We have trenchless tools to repair lines quickly.
3. Flooding or Water Pooling Indoors
Whether it’s caused by a burst pipe, a leaking water heater, or a failed sump pump, indoor flooding can destroy floors, walls, and electrical systems within minutes.
Our response:
24/7 dispatch and full cleanup coordination if needed. We isolate the source and restore safe water flow.
4. Frozen or Burst Pipes in Cold Weather
Cold snaps hit Vancouver hard, especially in homes with crawlspaces or older insulation. A frozen pipe can burst unexpectedly, flooding your home.
Fast fix:
We provide emergency thawing and pipe repair, as well as assistance with insulation to prevent recurring issues.
5. Gurgling Drains and Cross-Backflow
If your kitchen sink bubbles when you flush the toilet—or vice versa—you likely have a serious drainage backup. Ignoring it may lead to a full sewer backup.
Impero’s edge:
Our plumbers use advanced diagnostics and jetting tools to clear the entire system before it overflows.
Don’t Wait—We’re Always On Call
At Impero Plumbing, we know that plumbing disasters don’t follow a schedule. That’s why we offer:
- 24-hour emergency service
- Same-day appointments
- Transparent pricing—no inflated fees
- Licensed, insured, and fully equipped technicians
Wherever you are in Vancouver, from Commercial Drive to the West End, we’re your first call in a plumbing emergency.
📞 Call us now to prevent the damage from spreading.
