Source: https://oncallsc.com/plumbers-columbia-sc/emergency-plumber # 24/7 Emergency Plumber in Columbia, SC Burst pipe? Sewer backup? Toilet overflowing? Call (803) 781-4357. On Call provides 24/7 emergency plumbing across Columbia and the Midlands, with licensed plumbers who fix the problem right — and tell you the price before they start. [Call (803) 781-4357](tel:+18037814357) ## Request a service For urgent help, call [(803) 781-4357](tel:+18037814357). ## Plumbing emergencies we handle every week ### Burst pipes Shut off your main water valve if you can reach it safely, then call. We'll stop the leak and repair the damaged line. ### Clogged drains Sink, tub or shower completely backed up? Our trucks carry professional drain-cleaning machines to clear it fast. ### Overflowing toilets Stop flushing and close the valve behind the toilet if it turns easily. We'll find out whether the problem is the toilet or the line beyond it. ### No hot water We repair and replace tank and tankless water heaters from Rinnai, A.O. Smith and Rheem — and service every other major brand. ### Sewer backups Wastewater coming up through your drains needs fast attention. Stop using water in the house, keep clear of the sewage, and call us. ## Waiting for your plumber? Do these three things. 1. ### Shut off the water Close the fixture's shutoff valve or your main water valve — but only if you can reach it safely and it turns easily. 2. ### Stay safe Keep people and pets away from standing water, sewage and anything electrical. If you smell gas, leave the house and call Dominion Energy at 800-815-0083 or 911. 3. ### Call (803) 781-4357 Tell us what's happening and where. Skip the chemical drain cleaners — your plumber will take it from here. ## Why Midlands homeowners call On Call in an emergency When water is on the floor, you need a plumber you can trust — not a sales pitch. On Call has been family-owned in the Midlands since 2011, and our master and journeyman plumbers bring more than 100 years of combined experience to every call. Your plumber diagnoses the problem, shows you what they found and gives you a firm price before any work begins. Licensed in South Carolina (Mechanical License CLM.111515 MC), insured, BBB Accredited and rated 4.9 stars from 298 Google reviews. ## What to expect from your emergency plumbing visit 1. ### Describe the problem and arrange the visit Tell us what happened, when it started and which fixtures are affected. We discuss current availability and applicable visit charges before arranging service. 2. ### Get an on-site diagnosis and quote Our technician assesses the problem, explains the findings and quotes the proposed work. We do not give phone estimates. You can review the repair and access requirements before deciding to proceed. 3. ### Understand repairs and follow-up work Parts, access and the condition of the plumbing affect what can be completed during the visit. If further work is needed, we explain the next step. Drying, sewage cleanup, wall repairs and flooring are not automatically included in a plumbing quote. ## Leak Detection & Repair Water where it shouldn't be, but no obvious source? We track down hidden leaks and fix them. [Leak detection & repair ](https://oncallsc.com/plumbers-columbia-sc/leak-detection.md) ## Drain Cleaning & Clogged Pipes Slow drains and clogs that keep coming back — cleared, with camera inspection to find the cause. [Drain cleaning ](https://oncallsc.com/plumbers-columbia-sc/drain-cleaning.md) ## Hot Water Heater Repair No hot water or a leaking tank? We repair and replace tank, tankless and hybrid water heaters. [Water heaters ](https://oncallsc.com/plumbers-columbia-sc/water-heaters.md) ## What our customers say. ![](/assets/google-provider.svg)**Google reviews** **4.9**298 reviews [Read our reviews on Google ](https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJT_QXs1-j-IgRW1x_7mp_wbE) ★★★★★> “I can’t recommend these folks enough. I had a water main bust 6am Monday morning. Gave them a call and was greeted by a nice young lady named Diana. She was incredibly kind, helpful and was able to give me a definitive window of time for service(9am-10pm). To my surprise, Sean, my new favorite plumber, was in my driveway at 8:30am ready to rock. Not only did he dig up, identify and repair the...” **David Vaughan**[Google review](https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJT_QXs1-j-IgRW1x_7mp_wbE) · Excerpt ### Read full review +Show less − > “I can’t recommend these folks enough. I had a water main bust 6am Monday morning. Gave them a call and was greeted by a nice young lady named Diana. She was incredibly kind, helpful and was able to give me a definitive window of time for service(9am-10pm). To my surprise, Sean, my new favorite plumber, was in my driveway at 8:30am ready to rock. Not only did he dig up, identify and repair the leak, he also was able to identify another leak nearby and repair it as well. In doing so, he gave me very useful information for the condition of my water main. His expertise and cool demeanor helped ease my woes. The prices did too! I fully plan to use them for any plumbing needs moving forward. As I said, I cannot recommend these folks enough. I knew the jingle was good but dang, the service is even better. Thank yall for all that you do!!” ★★★★★> “Had a water meter emergency. Mary in dispatch was so nice and had some out to my house in less than two hours. Patrick the plumber was very friendly and professional. I will definitely be using this company again.🙂” **April Green**[Google review](https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJT_QXs1-j-IgRW1x_7mp_wbE) ★★★★★> “Hank has been here on several occasions. Some emergency and some just regular maintenance. He has always shown up promptly and able to fix all of our leaks the same day. Always does a great job! He is very friendly...” **Heather Valle**[Google review](https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJT_QXs1-j-IgRW1x_7mp_wbE) · Excerpt ### Read full review +Show less − > “Hank has been here on several occasions. Some emergency and some just regular maintenance. He has always shown up promptly and able to fix all of our leaks the same day. Always does a great job! He is very friendly and extremely patient as some of our leaks have not always been the easiest to get to. When we had a major leak he even was able to refer us to a restoration company to help fix the damage caused by the leak. Always happy to see when it's him who pulls in the driveway because we're always confident things will get fixed quickly and correctly! JB also came out to see us on Thanksgiving day 11/27/2025. He arrived fast and had us all fixed up in a couple hours. He was able to point out some other issues that would lead to even bigger problems and gave us a reasonable estimate and got us set up to get in all fixed in a very short period of time. Have always used ONCALL for all our plumbing needs and highly recommend if you need to have anything fixed correctly the first time give them a call!” ## A few common questions. ### Is emergency plumbing service available 24/7? Yes. Our licensed plumbers handle emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including nights and weekends. Call (803) 781-4357. ### How much does an emergency plumbing visit cost? After-hours visits may carry an additional charge, and our team will tell you the price when you call — before a plumber is dispatched — so there are no surprises. During regular hours, our residential diagnostic fee is $89 and is waived when you go ahead with the repair at the quoted price. ### How do I pay? Payment is due to your technician on site by cash, check or card. For bigger repairs or a water heater replacement, your technician can also walk you through financing options in person. ### Do you handle water damage cleanup? We stop the leak and repair the plumbing. Drying, sewage cleanup and repairs to drywall or flooring are handled by a restoration company — ask your plumber and we'll point you in the right direction. [Plumbing ](https://oncallsc.com/plumbers-columbia-sc.md) ## Helpful guides From our technicians — answers to the plumbing questions we hear most in Midlands homes. ### [Preventing Frozen Pipes: Safe Plumbing Tips for Cold Weather](https://oncallsc.com/articles/preventing-frozen-pipes-emergency-plumbing-tips.md) Prepare vulnerable plumbing before a freeze, then use separate safety steps for a nonleaking frozen pipe and for a burst or leaking pipe. [Read the guide ](https://oncallsc.com/articles/preventing-frozen-pipes-emergency-plumbing-tips.md)