A burst pipe is one of the most damaging plumbing emergencies a Bristol homeowner can face. When a pipe ruptures — whether from freeze-thaw cycles during winter cold snaps, age-related corrosion in Victorian or Edwardian pipework, excessive water pressure, or accidental impact — water can escape at high volume and cause serious structural damage within minutes. Bristol's older housing stock in areas like Clifton, Redland, and Totterdown often contains original lead or galvanised steel supply pipes that are particularly susceptible to splitting. Our emergency plumbers respond within 60 minutes across Bristol, arriving with a full range of pipe repair fittings, compression joints, push-fit connectors, and isolation valves to stop the flow fast. We'll locate the nearest isolation point, stop the damage, then carry out a permanent repair. If the burst has been caused by freezing, we'll advise on lagging the vulnerable section to prevent recurrence.
Call us on 0117 428 0200. We'll take details, advise you to isolate the water at the stopcock, and dispatch a plumber immediately.
Our engineer isolates the affected section of pipework and mops up standing water to limit damage to flooring, ceilings, and electrics.
We inspect the full length of the damaged pipe, check for additional weak points, and determine the best repair method.
Depending on pipe material and condition, we make a permanent repair using appropriate fittings, or replace the affected section entirely.
We restore the water supply, pressure-test the repair, and check all downstream fittings are sound before leaving.
Emergency burst pipe call-outs start from £120 including labour for a straightforward exposed pipe repair. Repairs involving concealed pipework behind tiles or under floorboards are priced after assessment. All work is guaranteed.
Yes — locate your stopcock (usually under the kitchen sink or where the supply enters the property) and turn it clockwise to isolate the water. This limits damage while you wait.
In the vast majority of cases, yes. We carry a comprehensive range of pipe repair materials and fittings on the van to handle most burst pipe scenarios in a single visit.
If there is water damage to the fabric of your home, yes. Keep our invoice as evidence of the emergency repair. We can also provide a written report for your insurer on request.