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Emergency Plumber in Cork

Burst pipe, a leak coming through the ceiling, no water or a heating leak? Take a breath — you're in the right place. Call and you'll get a local Cork plumber on the phone who'll talk you through what to do right now, then get to you as quickly as we can to put it right. Honest advice, a clear price, and no unnecessary work.

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"Is this actually an emergency?"

When to call an emergency plumber

A genuine emergency is anything where water is causing damage, you've no water or heat, or something feels unsafe. If you're not sure, ring us — we'll give you a straight answer over the phone, and we won't talk you into a call-out you don't need.

Call us straight away

  • A burst pipe or water through the ceiling
  • A major leak you can't stop
  • No water at all in the house
  • An overflowing toilet or attic tank
  • A leaking hot water cylinder or heating pipe
  • A frozen pipe that has burst
  • A sudden, unexplained loss of pressure

Usually fine to wait

  • A slow dripping tap
  • A single radiator that's cold
  • A slow-draining sink or shower
  • Low pressure that's been there a while
  • A running toilet that still flushes
  • A weeping seal you've caught in a container

These can usually wait for a normal appointment — and we're happy to sort them then.

What we deal with

Common plumbing emergencies in Cork homes

If it's one of these, you're not the first — they're the calls we get most. Here's what's usually going on, why it matters, and how we put it right.

Burst pipe

Water spraying or pooling, often with a drop in pressure.

Risk: fast water damage to floors, ceilings and wiring.

Fix: isolate, repair or replace the section, pressure-test.

Leak through the ceiling

A stain spreading, dripping or a bulging ceiling.

Risk: hidden damage and, near light fittings, an electrical hazard.

Fix: trace the source above, repair, then make safe.

Overflowing toilet

The bowl rising instead of draining, or water at the base.

Risk: hygiene and water damage to the floor below.

Fix: stop the supply, clear the blockage or fault, test.

Hot water cylinder leak

Water pooling around the cylinder or in the hot press.

Risk: damage to the press and ceilings, loss of hot water.

Fix: isolate, repair or advise on a replacement cylinder.

Heating or radiator leak

Damp under a radiator, a drip at a valve, or pressure dropping.

Risk: floor damage and a heating system that won't hold pressure.

Fix: isolate the radiator, repair the joint or valve, re-pressurise.

Broken stopcock or valve

A stopcock that won't turn, or one that leaks when you use it.

Risk: you can't shut the water off when you most need to.

Fix: replace the stopcock or isolation valve so you're back in control.

Overflowing attic tank

Water overflowing outside, or dripping through an upstairs ceiling.

Risk: a steady leak into the attic and rooms below.

Fix: sort the ballcock or valve and check the tank.

Sudden loss of water

Taps run dry or pressure collapses with no warning.

Risk: often a hidden burst or a supply fault.

Fix: find the cause, repair, and confirm the supply is restored.

Right now, calmly

What to do before we arrive

A few simple steps can stop a small flood becoming a big one. Do what you safely can — and don't worry if you can't manage all of it.

1

Turn the water off

Find your stopcock and turn it clockwise to shut off the mains. It's usually under the kitchen sink, in a utility, or near the front door.

2

Drain it down

Open the cold taps and flush a toilet to drain the remaining water out of the pipes and away from the leak.

3

Switch off heating / immersion

If the leak is on a heating pipe or the cylinder, turn off the boiler and the immersion to stop it heating and circulating.

4

Protect what you can

Move furniture, electricals and anything valuable clear of the water, and lift rugs if it's safe to do so.

5

Mind the electrics

If water is anywhere near sockets, fittings or the fuse board, keep clear and switch the electricity off at the board only if it's safe to reach.

6

Catch the water & call

Put down buckets, basins or towels to catch drips, then give us a ring. Skip risky DIY — we'll talk you through anything else on the phone.

Don't know where your stopcock is? Ring us anyway — we can talk you through finding it, or how to limit the damage until we get there. That's exactly what the call is for.

Need a plumber right now?

Call and talk to a local Cork plumber. We'll give you immediate advice and get to you as soon as we can.

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What happens when you call

How we handle your emergency

No call centres, no runaround. Here's exactly what to expect from the moment you ring.

1

You call us

You get a local plumber on the phone, not an answering service. Tell us what's happening in your own words.

2

Immediate advice

We'll tell you how to make it safe right now — turning off the water, what to avoid — before we even arrive.

3

We head to you

We let you know roughly when we'll be there and keep you posted. We won't promise a time we can't keep.

4

Inspect & diagnose

On arrival we find the real cause — not just the symptom — so the fix actually lasts.

5

Clear price first

We explain what's needed and what it'll cost before we start. No work goes ahead without your say-so.

6

Make safe & repair

We stop the leak and carry out the repair — a solid temporary fix if a part's needed, then back to finish properly.

7

Test it

We pressure-test and check the repair holds and everything's working as it should before we pack up.

8

Tidy up & advise

We clean up after ourselves and tell you what caused it and how to avoid a repeat.

Why us

Why Cork homeowners call Serdiuk Plumbing

When you're stressed and water's going somewhere it shouldn't, you want someone calm, local and honest. That's the whole idea.

Local Cork plumber

You speak to the person who'll do the work, based right here in Cork — not a national call centre.

Clear communication

Plain answers and immediate advice on the phone, so you know what to do straight away.

Honest advice

If it can wait or it's a simple fix, we'll tell you. No talking you into work you don't need.

Transparent pricing

A clear price explained before we start, with no inflated emergency mark-ups.

Clean repairs

We protect your home, tidy as we go and leave the place right when we're done.

Fully insured

Properly covered for the work we carry out, for your peace of mind.

Heating expertise

Leaks often involve the heating system — and that's our day-to-day work, not a sideline.

No unnecessary work

We fix what's wrong and tell you straight about anything else — your call, in your own time.

What we repair

Emergency repairs we carry out

From a quick make-safe to a full permanent repair, these are the emergency jobs we handle across Cork:

  • Burst pipe repairs
  • Water leaks & leaking joints
  • Heating & radiator leaks
  • Hot water cylinder leaks
  • Overflowing toilet repairs
  • Overflow & ballcock repairs
  • Stopcock & isolation valve replacement
  • Copper & plastic pipe repairs
  • Frozen & burst pipe repairs
  • Tap & valve replacement
  • Temporary make-safe repairs
  • Permanent pipework repairs
No surprises

What a call-out includes

Exactly what's needed varies with the job, but a typical emergency call-out covers:

  • Emergency diagnosis — finding the real cause, not just the symptom.
  • Leak detection — tracing leaks that aren't where the water is showing.
  • Safe isolation — shutting off water or heating to stop the damage.
  • Pipe & joint repair — the actual fix, done properly.
  • Replacement parts — fitted where they're needed.
  • Pressure & system testing — confirming the repair holds.
  • Clean-up — we leave the area tidy, not worse than we found it.
  • Clear advice — what happened, in plain English.
  • Follow-up recommendations — any permanent work worth doing later.
  • An honest price — explained up front, before we start.
Once the panic's over

How to avoid the next emergency

Most call-outs aren't bad luck — they're a small problem that went unnoticed. A bit of upkeep saves you the 2am surprise.

Know where your stopcock is and check it turns freely, so you can shut the water off fast if you ever need to. In winter, lag any exposed pipes in the attic or garage — frozen pipes are one of the most common Cork burst calls when a cold snap hits.

Keep an eye out for the early warning signs: damp patches, a drop in pressure, or a boiler that keeps needing topped up. Catching those early is far cheaper than a flood. A yearly boiler service and general plumbing maintenance are the simplest ways to stay ahead of leaks and breakdowns.

If your pipework or cylinder is old and giving trouble, it can be worth planning a replacement on your terms rather than waiting for it to fail — whether that's tired pipework, an ageing cylinder, or a boiler that's due for replacement.

Recent work

Recent emergency repairs in Cork

A few examples of recent emergency and leak repairs around Cork. See more of our recent work here.

Burst pipe and copper pipework repair in Cork
Burst Pipe Repair — CorkDamaged copper section cut out, repaired and pressure-tested.
Hot water cylinder leak repair in a Cork home
Cylinder Leak Repair — CorkLeaking hot water cylinder isolated and put right.
Leak detection on a heating system in Cork
Leak Detection — CorkTracing a hidden heating leak before opening anything up.
Emergency pipework repair during a leak in Cork
Pipework Repair — CorkLeaking pipework exposed, replaced and made good.
Emergency heating pipe repair at a boiler in Cork
Heating Pipe Repair — CorkHeating leak at the boiler isolated, repaired and re-pressurised.

More photos are added as jobs are completed.

Once you're sorted

Related heating & plumbing services

An emergency is often the nudge to sort the underlying issue. Here's what else we can help with.

Boiler Servicing

An annual service catches the heating faults that cause many winter emergencies.

Boiler Installation

If a leaking or failing boiler is past saving, we install and replace oil and gas boilers.

Plumbing Maintenance

Leak detection, power flushing, cylinders, controls and the upkeep that prevents call-outs.

Bathroom Renovations

Full refits, including replacing the old pipework hiding behind the tiles.

New Build Plumbing

First and second-fix heating and plumbing for new homes and extensions.

Leak Detection & Pipework

Finding hidden leaks and upgrading old or failing pipework before it lets go.

Where we work

Emergency plumbing across Cork

Based in Carrigaline, we cover emergency plumbing right across Cork City and County. Being local means we know the area and can usually get to you without a long drive. If your town isn't listed below, ring us anyway — there's a good chance we cover you.

Cork CityCarrigalineDouglas BallincolligMidletonCobh BlackrockBlarneyGlanmire Little IslandBishopstownPassage West RochestownMallowKinsale Crosshaven
Quick answers

Emergency plumbing FAQs

What counts as a plumbing emergency?
Anything where water is actively causing damage, you've no water or heat, or something feels unsafe — a burst pipe, a leak through the ceiling, an overflowing toilet or a leaking cylinder. If you're unsure, ring us and we'll tell you honestly whether it needs sorting now or can wait.
Should I call straight away or can it wait?
If water is spreading or you've lost water or heat, call now — acting quickly limits the damage. A slow drip or a single cold radiator can usually wait for a normal appointment, and we're happy to book that in.
Can I turn the water off myself?
Yes, and it's the single most useful thing you can do. Find your stopcock and turn it clockwise to shut off the mains, then open the cold taps to drain the pipes down.
Where is my stopcock?
In most Cork homes it's under the kitchen sink, in a utility room, in the hot press, or near the front door. There may also be an external one at the boundary, under a small cover in the path or garden.
What if I can't find or turn the stopcock?
Don't force it. Ring us — we can talk you through where to look and other ways to limit the water, like the valve on the attic tank, until we arrive.
What should I do if a pipe bursts?
Turn off the water at the stopcock, open the cold taps to drain down, and switch off the immersion or boiler if it's a hot pipe. Move valuables clear, catch what water you can, and call us.
Water is coming through my ceiling — what do I do?
Turn off the water at the stopcock and keep clear of any light fittings, as water and electrics don't mix. Put down buckets, and if water is near electrics, switch the power off at the board only if it's safe to reach. Then call us.
Should I switch off my electricity?
Only if water is near sockets, light fittings or the fuse board, and only if you can reach the board safely and dry. If in any doubt, stay clear and tell us on the phone.
Should I switch off my heating?
If the leak is on a heating pipe, radiator or the cylinder, yes — turn off the boiler and immersion so it stops heating and circulating water through the leak.
Can a leaking boiler wait until morning?
A small, contained drip caught in a container may be okay overnight with the boiler switched off. A steady leak, any water near electrics, or a smell of gas is not something to leave — switch off and call us.
How quickly should I act with a leak?
Quickly. Water damage gets worse and more expensive by the hour, especially through ceilings and floors. Shutting the water off buys you time even before anyone arrives.
Will my home insurance cover the water damage?
Many policies cover sudden, accidental water damage ("escape of water"), but it varies, so check yours. We can provide a clear invoice and explain what caused the issue, which helps with a claim.
Can you repair leaking radiators?
Yes. Radiator and valve leaks are common — we isolate the radiator, repair the leak or replace the valve, and re-pressurise the system.
Can frozen pipes burst?
Yes — water expands as it freezes and can split a pipe, with the leak appearing when it thaws. If you suspect a frozen pipe, turn the water off and call us before it thaws and lets go.
How do I stop my pipes freezing?
Lag exposed pipes in the attic, garage and outside taps, keep a little heat on during very cold spells, and know where your stopcock is. It's cheap insurance against a winter burst.
Can you repair hot water cylinder leaks?
Yes. We isolate the cylinder to stop the leak, then repair it or advise honestly if a replacement cylinder is the better option.
Do you repair heating system leaks?
We do — heating is our day-to-day work. We trace the leak, repair the pipe, joint or valve, and bring the system pressure back to where it should be.
Can I use my heating after a leak?
Not until it's been checked and the pressure restored. Running a system that's lost water or pressure can damage the boiler, so leave it off and let us look first.
My pressure suddenly dropped — is that an emergency?
It can be, since a sudden drop often points to a leak somewhere. Check for damp patches, and if you can't see an obvious cause, give us a call to be safe.
My toilet is overflowing — what do I do?
Turn off the toilet's isolation valve (usually behind or beside it) or the mains stopcock to stop the water, and don't keep flushing. Then call us to clear the blockage or fix the fault.
The attic tank is overflowing — what now?
Turn off the mains stopcock to stop the tank refilling, which usually stops the overflow. The cause is normally a stuck ballcock or valve, which we'll sort.
Do you carry common parts?
We carry the parts needed for the most common repairs so many jobs can be finished on the spot. For an unusual part, we'll make the leak safe and come back to finish properly.
Can a temporary repair become a permanent one?
Yes. When a part has to be ordered, we'll make a solid temporary repair to stop the damage, then return to carry out the permanent fix.
What if it happens at night or the weekend?
Plumbing problems don't keep office hours. Call, and if we can't pick up immediately, leave a message or send a WhatsApp — we get back as quickly as we can. In the meantime, turn off the water to limit the damage.
How much does emergency plumbing cost?
It depends on the job, so we explain the cost clearly before starting any work — and we don't pile on inflated emergency mark-ups. You'll know the price before you commit.
Will you give me a price before starting?
Always. We diagnose the problem, tell you what's needed and what it costs, and only proceed once you're happy.
Do you charge a call-out fee?
We're upfront about all charges before we come out, so there are no surprises on the bill. Ask when you call and we'll explain exactly how it works.
Can you find a leak I can't see?
Often, yes. Hidden leaks show up as damp, stains or dropping pressure, and we trace them back to the source before opening anything up unnecessarily.
What if the leak is under the floor or in a wall?
We locate it as precisely as we can to keep disruption to a minimum, then access, repair and make good. We'll always explain what's involved first.
Do you fix burst outdoor or garden pipes?
Yes — external taps and supply pipes are a common winter burst. We repair or replace the affected section and can lag it to help prevent a repeat.
Can you replace a broken stopcock or isolation valve?
Yes. A stopcock that won't turn is worth sorting before you need it in a hurry — we replace stopcocks and isolation valves so you can always shut the water off.
Is a dripping tap an emergency?
Usually not — a dripping tap can wait for a normal appointment. It's still worth fixing though, as it wastes water and tends to get worse, so we're happy to book it in.
What information should I have ready when I call?
Just tell us what's happening, where the water's coming from, and whether you've managed to turn it off. A photo on WhatsApp helps us understand it before we arrive.
Do you do the permanent repair, or just stop the leak?
Both. We make it safe first, then carry out a proper permanent repair — either there and then, or on a return visit if a part is needed.
What areas of Cork do you cover?
We're based in Carrigaline and cover Cork city and county, including Douglas, Ballincollig, Midleton, Cobh, Glanmire, Blackrock and the surrounding towns. If you're nearby and not listed, just ring and ask.
Talk to a local Cork plumber

Got a plumbing emergency? Let's sort it.

Call now and you'll speak directly to a local plumber who'll give you immediate advice, an honest recommendation and a clear price — and get to you as soon as we can. No call centres, no scare tactics, no unnecessary work.

Call now — 083 808 8656 Message on WhatsApp

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