# Is This a Plumbing Emergency? | PlumberNow

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## Quick Answer

**Q:** What counts as a plumbing emergency?

It is an emergency if it is causing damage, cutting off your water, or creating a health risk — uncontrolled leaks, sewage backups, no water at all, or a gas smell near the heater. Anything else can usually wait for morning and skip the after\-hours fee.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What counts as a plumbing emergency?

It is an emergency if it is causing damage, cutting off your water, or creating a health risk — uncontrolled leaks, sewage backups, no water at all, or a gas smell near the heater. Anything else can usually wait for morning and skip the after\-hours fee.

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