Emergency PlumberManchester
Emergency plumbing across Greater Manchester. Burst pipes, blocked drains, boiler breakdowns, no hot water. Out-of-hours cover available. Transparent rates, qualified plumbers.
Fully insured, qualified engineers
We Handle All Emergencies
Burst Pipe
Immediate isolation & repair
Gas Leak
Rapid certified response
No Hot Water
Boiler diagnostics & repair
Boiler Breakdown
All makes & models
Blocked Drain
High-pressure jetting
Radiator Leak
Valve & body repairs
Emergency Cover Any Time
Fast response day or night — select your slot for a free quote, no hidden fees
Standard Cover
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
Common jobs typically completed within 1 hour:
Call-out fee credited toward larger jobs. Qualified plumbers on every visit.
Before we arrive
What To Do Right Now
Step-by-step guidance for the most common plumbing emergencies. Acting quickly can significantly reduce damage.
Burst or Leaking Pipe
- 1Turn off the main stopcock immediately. It is usually found under the kitchen sink or where the mains enters the property.
- 2Open all cold taps to drain water remaining in the system and relieve pressure.
- 3Switch off the boiler and any immersion heater to prevent damage.
- 4If water is near electrics, turn off the power at the consumer unit (fuse box).
- 5Place towels and containers to catch drips and photograph the damage for your insurance records.
- 6Call us on 07963600369 to arrange attendance.
No Hot Water or Boiler Breakdown
- 1Check the boiler display for an error code and note it down before calling us.
- 2Check the pressure gauge on the boiler front panel. If below 1 bar, it may need repressurising (see your boiler manual; this takes about 2 minutes).
- 3Check the thermostat is set above the current room temperature and the timer/programmer is in the correct mode.
- 4Try resetting the boiler once using the reset button (hold for 3–5 seconds). If it locks out again, do not keep resetting.
- 5Check other gas appliances are working. If not, contact your gas supplier.
- 6Call us to describe the error code and we will advise on next steps.
Smell of Gas
- 1Do not turn any electrical switches on or off, as a spark can ignite gas.
- 2Open windows and doors to ventilate the property.
- 3Turn off the gas supply at the meter (the handle turns 90° to close).
- 4Leave the property if the smell is strong and do not re-enter.
- 5Call the National Gas Emergency line on 0800 111 999 (free, 24/7). This is the required first step for gas leaks.
- 6Once the gas engineer has attended and confirmed it is safe, call us if plumbing or heating repairs are needed.
Blocked Toilet or Drain
- 1Stop using the toilet, sink or shower immediately. Continued use will push the blockage further.
- 2Do not use chemical drain unblockers. They rarely work on solid blockages and can damage pipework.
- 3Place towels around the base of the toilet or overflow point to protect flooring.
- 4If the toilet is overflowing, locate the isolation valve (behind or beneath the cistern) and turn it clockwise to stop the water supply.
- 5Call us and describe which fixture is affected and whether other drains in the property are also slow or blocked.
Leaking Radiator
- 1Place a towel and container under the leak straight away to protect the floor.
- 2Locate the two radiator valves (one each side at the bottom). Try gently tightening the body of the valve, but do not force it.
- 3If the leak is from the radiator body itself rather than a valve, do not attempt to patch it. Call us.
- 4Do not turn off the boiler unless the leak is significant, as the system pressure may help reduce the flow.
- 5Note whether the radiator is hot, cold, or partially warm, as this helps us diagnose before attending.
Honest process
What happens when you call
No surprises. Here is exactly what to expect from the moment you call to the moment the job is done.
You call or WhatsApp
Describe the problem. We give you an honest estimate of availability and response time for your location, not a vague holding answer.
Call-out rate confirmed
We tell you the call-out rate before the engineer leaves. Rates vary by time of day. There are no hidden charges for the attendance itself.
Engineer diagnoses
The engineer assesses the problem on arrival. A fixed price for the repair is agreed with you before any work starts. You decide whether to proceed.
Job done or return arranged
Most emergency repairs are completed same-visit. If specialist parts are needed, a return visit is scheduled at an agreed time, usually within 1–2 days.
Google ReviewsVerifiedCustomer Reviews
Real reviews from customers across Manchester
Benjamin Cross
Exceptional service for our emergency boiler repair. Engineer arrived quickly and had us back up and running within hours. Couldn't ask for more.
5 days ago
Riz B
Excellent service! Came out same day for emergency boiler repair. Fixed it quickly and explained everything clearly. Very professional.
3 days ago
Tony Edwards
Brilliant emergency call out service. Toilet was completely blocked and they sorted it in 30 minutes. Fair quotes too. Would use again.
1 week ago
Lisa Parker
Emergency plumber came out at 9pm for a burst pipe. Fixed quickly and cleaned up after. Excellent service when we needed it most.
2 weeks ago
Julie Harrison
Called for a leaking radiator valve. Pete came out same day and fixed it perfectly. Great communication and service throughout.
1 week ago
Daniel Wilson
Emergency heating repair completed same day. Engineer was knowledgeable and explained everything clearly. Transparent quotes, no surprises.
2 weeks ago
Amanda Foster
Outstanding customer service from start to finish. Emergency plumbing repair completed quickly with excellent workmanship. Highly recommend.
6 days ago
James Mitchell
Brilliant service from CentralHeatPlumb. Quick response time and very fair quotes. Would use again without hesitation.
3 days ago
Ashley Turner
Fixed our central heating problem same day. Professional engineer who explained everything clearly and tidied up perfectly.
4 days ago
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