Some might say it's just coincidence, but plumbing emergencies always seem to happen when options for plumbers are limited—such as after hours and on weekends or holidays. Or, perhaps you're new to the area and haven't yet found a reliable plumber.

That's what emergency plumbers are for. Most are available 24/7 and on weekends and holidays. They probably charge somewhat higher rates, but they should not be exorbitant.



In fact, the emergency plumber you select should have the same impeccable qualification as any contractor you would choose for regular service. Here, we offer advice on how to know you've picked the right plumber.

1. Local Is Better

As with any home contractors, it's better to hire locally—not only for the connections and reputation but because it's easy to find them when needed.

Depending on the nature of your plumbing emergency, response time can be a crucial factor. The closer the plumber, the greater the likelihood of a successful outcome—especially if the situation involves uncontrolled or contaminated water.

Moreover, many plumbers add mileage or fuel surcharges to their bills, and that's money you shouldn't need to spend.

2. References and Reviews

It's essential to have a sense of an emergency plumber's experience and past success. So, it's also a good idea to ask friends and family for recommendations. However, emergencies don't always occur when people are available to chat.



You can find online reviews on social media sites like Google and Facebook. Various UK government-approved entities such as TrustMark and those from local authorities can provide more authoritative recommendations.

3. Licence and Insurance

To put it directly, you should never hire a plumber—or home contractor of any kind—who is not licensed by the appropriate body and covered by an up-to-date insurance policy.

Doing so not only could turn your emergency into a disaster, but you could also incur costly liability.

4. Upfront Cost Quote

Comparing plumber fees from a business website or local directory is a good start, but it is not enough. Once your selected plumber has looked over the situation at hand, they should provide a written quote that itemises all parts of the planned job.



The quote is your assurance that any costs the plumber might have overlooked or not anticipated will not show up later as an unfortunate surprise.

5. Guaranteed and Warrantied Work

There is no doubt that emergency plumber experience is a valuable asset to a homeowner. Things can still go wrong, though—even with the best of the best.



That's why you should always go with emergency plumbers who guarantee and warranty their work. They should always come back to your home and rectify anything that's gone wrong. A conscientious plumber will do this readily.

Problem Solved: Emergency Plumbers on the Way

No matter the plumbing emergency you're experiencing, there's always an emergency plumber you can call. Even if you've called because of a DIY disaster or neglected plumbing maintenance, emergency plumbers will still come to your aid.

For Asset Plumbing, no problem is too big or too small. We don't judge, and we get the work done to give you the peace of mind to get back to sleep or whatever activity the plumbing emergency interrupted.



Don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need an emergency plumber with experience in the Northampton area. Our engineers can help you with any plumbing emergency, whatever the time of day.