— Our Services
What Qualifies as a Plumbing Emergency?
Some plumbing problems can wait for a convenient appointment. Others demand immediate attention. Call for emergency service if you’re experiencing any of the following:
- A burst or broken pipe that's actively flooding your home
- A sewage backup with wastewater coming up through drains or toilets
- A gas line leak — evacuate first, then call
- No water at all throughout your home
- A water heater that's leaking heavily or making alarming sounds
- An overflowing toilet that won't stop
- A slab leak causing visible water damage
Common Plumbing Emergencies We Handle
Our licensed emergency plumbers are trained to handle every type of plumbing crisis Tampa Bay homeowners face.
Burst Pipes
- Corrosion in aging copper or galvanized pipes
- Excessive water pressure damage
- Tree root intrusion and joint failure
- Immediate shut-off and repair or repiping
Sewage Backups
- Wastewater backing up through drains or toilets
- Root intrusion into sewer lines
- Collapsed or deteriorated sewer pipes
- Grease accumulation in main sewer line
Gas Line Leaks
- Evacuate immediately — call 911 first
- Locate and repair gas lines
- Pressure-test before return to home
- Sulfur / rotten egg odor = danger
Burst Pipes and Water Line Breaks
A burst pipe can release hundreds of gallons of water per hour into your home. The EPA notes that even minor leaks waste enormous amounts of water — and a burst pipe demands immediate response. While Tampa Bay doesn’t experience freezing often, pipe bursts in our area are commonly caused by corrosion in aging copper or galvanized steel pipes, excessive water pressure, physical damage from tree root intrusion, and deteriorated joints or fittings.
If a pipe bursts, shut off your main water valve immediately and call Llona Plumbing. Our emergency plumber will arrive quickly, stop the water, and repair or replace the damaged section. For homes with aging pipe systems, we may recommend whole house repiping to prevent recurring failures.
Sewage Backups
Sewage backing up into your home through toilets, floor drains, or bathtubs is a serious health hazard. The CDC warns that raw sewage contains bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens that pose significant health risks. Common causes in Tampa Bay include tree root intrusion into sewer lines, collapsed or deteriorated clay or cast iron sewer pipes, heavy rainfall overwhelming municipal systems, and grease accumulation in the main sewer line.
Gas Line Emergencies
Our licensed plumbers are qualified to locate, repair, and pressure-test gas lines to ensure your system is safe before you return home.
What to Do During a Plumbing Emergency
Taking the right steps before our plumber arrives can minimize damage to your home.
— WHY US
Tampa Bay’s 24/7 Emergency Plumbing Team
Llona Plumbing serves the entire Tampa Bay area, including Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, and Manatee counties. Hillsborough County residents can also contact local utilities for water main emergencies. We provide transparent, upfront pricing even on emergency calls. Non-emergency calls are scheduled promptly with a two-hour appointment window and a courtesy call 30 minutes before arrival. All work is backed by our 1-year guarantee on labor and materials.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Plumbing
We typically respond within 60 minutes across Tampa Bay, including Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, and Manatee counties.
Most Tampa Bay homes have the main shut-off near the water meter at the front of the property near the street. Locate yours before an emergency occurs.
Avoid contact with the wastewater, keep children and pets away, and call Llona Plumbing immediately at (813) 477-1870. Do not attempt to clean up raw sewage yourself.
If you smell gas, evacuate and call 911 first. Once safe, call Llona Plumbing. Our licensed plumbers locate, repair, and test gas lines.
Our focus is stopping the source and making the plumbing repair. For water damage restoration, we can recommend trusted local partners.
