Emergency plumber Adelaide.
Burst pipe, gas leak, blocked drain or no hot water? Don't wait. Our licensed Adelaide plumbers and gas fitters respond fast, with upfront pricing confirmed before we start.
For urgent problems, calling is the fastest way to reach us.
$0 call out fee. During normal business hours only. After-hours work excluded. Terms apply.
“When you call Dowell, I want you to feel confident about who’s coming to your home and how we’ll help. We take the time to find the cause. We explain what needs doing and give you a clear price before you decide. Then we get on with the work, leave things tidy and follow up afterwards.”
Ash Dowell — Owner, Dowell Plumbing
About DowellPlumbing emergencies we handle
Burst or leaking pipe
Water going everywhere? Turn off the mains and call — we'll stop the leak and repair the pipe fast.
No hot water
A cold shower before work is no fun. We prioritise no-hot-water calls across Adelaide.
Blocked or overflowing drain
Sewage backing up or a toilet overflowing is a health hazard — we clear it quickly and hygienically.
Gas leak or gas smell
Smell gas? Get everyone outside straight away, avoid switches and flames, then call the gas emergency line and us from a safe spot.
Hot water system leaking
A leaking tank can flood a laundry or garage. We isolate it and advise on same-day repair or replacement.
Storm & roof plumbing leaks
Overflowing gutters and downpipes during Adelaide storms — we get water flowing away from your home.
Think you have a gas leak?
Get everyone outside to fresh air. Only take the following steps if safe, without delaying your exit. Don't operate electrical switches or use your phone near the suspected leak.
- Turn off your gas supply at the meter.
- Extinguish naked flames; don't operate electrical appliances or switches.
- Open doors and windows on your way out if safe.
- Contact a licensed gas fitter from a safe location outside.
For suspected leaks at the gas meter, in the street or in the supply pipes leading to your meter—or if you're unsure where the leak is—call 1800 GAS LEAK (1800 427 532) from a safe location away from the gas smell.
How our emergency service works
Call us
Speak with a real person and tell us what's happening. For emergencies, calling is faster than using the online form.
We arrange the earliest available response
We'll explain the next step, provide an honest arrival window and dispatch the appropriate technician.
We make the situation safe
We assess the problem, explain the required work and confirm the price before beginning the approved repair wherever circumstances allow.
— Clear communication. Upfront pricing. Work completed properly.
Servicing Greater Metropolitan Adelaide. See service areas
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Price guide
Indicative pricing for common emergency plumbing in Adelaide.
| Job | Price guide |
|---|---|
| Normal-hours accessible burst repair | $265–$615+ |
| Normal-hours main-line clearing | $320–$600+ |
| Normal-hours hot water repair | $150–$600+ |
| Minor to moderate after-hours visit (total) | $230–$700+ |
The after-hours figure is a total visit guide, not a surcharge added on top.
Attendance charges are explained before we arrive. Complex repairs or replacements can exceed this guide.
Guide prices. We’ll confirm your quote on site before you decide.
Emergency plumbing — common questions
Are you available 24/7 for emergencies?
We offer emergency plumbing across Adelaide. For urgent problems please call us directly rather than book online, and we'll give you the earliest possible arrival time.
Do you charge a call-out fee?
During business hours, attendance, a visual inspection and a quote are at no charge. Any diagnostic work or repairs are priced before you decide. After-hours charges apply. Terms apply.
What should I do while I wait for the plumber?
For a burst pipe or leaking hot water system, turn off the water at the mains. If you smell gas, get everyone outside straight away — don't wait or investigate indoors — avoid switches and flames, and call the gas emergency line. Only turn off the gas at the meter if it's safe to reach on your way out.
Which areas do you cover for emergencies?
We service Greater Metropolitan Adelaide. Call and we'll confirm availability for your address.
Got a plumbing emergency right now?
For urgent problems, call (08) 7534 5448. Online requests are reviewed before an appointment is confirmed.