24/7 EMERGENCY PLUMBING SERVICES

Emergency Plumbing Services in Limerick — Local Plumbers You Can Trust

First Call Plumbing & Heating provides professional emergency plumbing services in Limerick for homes and businesses. Whether you need an emergency plumber in Limerick, burst pipe repair, blocked drain clearance, leak detection, toilet repairs, or general plumbing repairs, our experienced local plumbers are ready to help. We install, repair, maintain, and replace hot and cold water systems, pipes, fixtures, drains, toilets, taps, showers, and water heaters throughout the area. 24/7 emergency plumbing service across Limerick. Fully insured | RGI registered for gas-related work. Free quotes on all jobs.

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Emergency Plumbing Services in Limerick

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Our bathroom renovation team handles the plumbing, tiling, and installation as one coordinated project.

24/7 Emergency Response

24/7 emergency response, every day of the year

Fully Insured

Fully insured with public liability cover

Fixed pricing

Fixed pricing agreed before any work starts

Local Experts

Local plumbers with years of hands-on experience across Limerick

RGI-registered

RGI-registered engineers for gas-related work

Same-day appointments

Same-day appointments for most call-outs

Genuine parts

Genuine, quality parts on every job

Tidy Workmanship

Clean, respectful workmanship with every property left tidy

Workmanship Guaranteed

Workmanship guaranteed — if it fails, we come back and fix it

What We Cover — Emergency & General Plumbing

  • Burst pipes and water main repairs
  • Water leaks, hidden or visible
  • Leak detection and hidden leak tracing
  • Overflowing or blocked toilets
  • Blocked drains and slow-draining sinks
  • No water supply
  • Dripping taps and low water pressure
  • Faulty stopcocks and isolation valves
  • Shower repairs and bathroom plumbing
  • Hot water cylinder repairs
  • Outdoor taps
What We Cover

Residential & Commercial Plumbing

We work with homeowners, landlords, letting agents, restaurants, and offices across Limerick. Rental properties receive detailed invoices suitable for landlords, letting agents, and insurance claims, and we’re used to coordinating with agents on tenant repairs. Commercial premises — from small offices to busy kitchens — get the same fixed-price approach and same-day response as domestic call-outs, with flexible scheduling around business hours where needed.

  • Fast Response for Homes, Rentals, & Businesses
  • Detailed invoice for landlords and insurance claims
  • Flexible scheduling arownd your business hours
  • Same high standards of service on every job
Residential & Commercial Plumbing

What Happens When You Call

If you’ve never had to call a plumber before, here’s what to expect: tell us what’s happened, and we’ll ask a few quick questions to gauge urgency. We give you a real arrival window, not a vague “sometime today,” inspect the fault on site, and explain it in plain English before any price is agreed.

  • Fixed-price quote before any work starts
  • Repair carried out, tested properly, only leave once it’s actually sorted
  • A quick word on how to avoid the same problem again

Common Plumbing Problems We Fix

Stopcock stiff or won't turn

Stopcock stiff or won’t turn

corrosion on an old brass or galvanised valve

Ball valve stuck open or closed

Ball valve stuck open or closed

cause of most cistern and tank overflow issues

Isolation valve leaking

Isolation valve leaking

slow drip at the valve body, common on older compression fittings

Copper pipe pinhole leaks

Copper pipe pinhole leaks

corrosion from age

Plastic pipe joint failures

Plastic pipe joint failures

a push-fit connection not seated properly

Waste pipe and soil pipe blockages

Waste pipe and soil pipe blockages

grease, wipes, food waste

Trap and U-bend

Trap and U-bend

Trap and U-bend blockages under sinks

Overflow pipe dripping outside

Overflow pipe dripping outside

failed or stuck float valve

Sewer line and drainage blockages

Sewer line and drainage blockages

tree roots and silt build-up

Water pressure drops

Water pressure drops

mains issue, blocked filter, or partly closed valve

Water mains leaks

Water mains leaks

traced with pressure testing before any digging

Frozen pipes during winter

Frozen pipes during winter

uninsulated attics and external walls

Airlocks in water pipes

Airlocks in water pipes

spluttering taps or inconsistent flow

Constantly running toilet

Constantly running toilet

worn fill valve or flapper

Leaking radiator valve

Leaking radiator valve

a heating-side fault we also handle

Pipe Materials We Work With

We work with copper, PEX, MDPE, PVC, cast iron, and older lead supply pipes, always using compatible replacement materials for long-lasting repairs rather than a temporary fix. Older lead pipes are usually replaced during renovation work, since they’re no longer considered safe for drinking water supply.

Copper

Copper

PEX

PEX

PVC valve

PVC valve

MDPE

MDPE

Cast Iron

Cast Iron

Lead Pipe

Lead Pipe

Emergency Plumbing Services in Limerick — Same-Day Response

When you need an emergency plumber in Limerick, you need someone who answers quickly and arrives when promised. Genuine emergencies — burst mains, flooding, loss of water supply — can’t wait until Monday, and we take calls at 3am on a bank holiday the same as a Tuesday morning.

  • Fixed quotation before work begins, every time
  • Common replacement parts carried on every van, so most repairs finish on the first visit
  • Fault isolated first to minimise water damage before permanent repairs
  • Genuine emergencies get priority over routine jobs

We cover the city centre, out along the Ennis Road, through Dooradoyle, and east toward the University campus — terrace houses, rentals, and commercial units alike, one trusted local plumbing company, job done right first time.

Emergency Plumbing Services in Limerick

If you’re dealing with flooding, a burst pipe, or no water supply, don’t wait. Call for immediate emergency plumbing assistance anywhere in Limerick.

Burst Pipe & Water Leak Repairs

Hidden leaks inside wall cavities or under kitchen floors cause mould, ceiling damage, and structural damp long before you notice a wet patch. Check your water meter first — turn off every tap and appliance, watch the dial for two minutes, and movement means a leak somewhere in the system. Turn your mains stopcock off, usually under the kitchen sink or in the airing cupboard, then call us.

Burst pipes happen most often during cold snaps, when overnight temperatures drop below zero along the River Shannon corridor. Uninsulated pipes in attics and external walls freeze, expand, and the joint or pipe wall cracks. Shut the mains stopcock immediately, switch off the electrical consumer unit if water’s near any wiring, and call our emergency plumbers immediately.

How We Find Hidden Leaks

  • Pressure testing — isolates which section is losing pressure
  • Non-invasive leak tracing — no unnecessary wall or floor damage
  • Moisture meters — confirm how far damp has spread
  • Acoustic leak detection — listens for escaping water, useful underground or in-wall
  • Thermal imaging — flags temperature differences behind a surface, useful for hot water pipe leaks

Early leak detection helps prevent mould, timber damage, and expensive structural repairs.

Suspect a hidden leak? Call for a same-day inspection.

Toilet Repairs, Blockages & Overflow Problems

Most toilet blockages happen when non-flushable items — wipes, cotton pads, excess toilet paper — build up at the pan outlet or soil pipe. A plunger or drain rod clears most of them; deeper blockages get high-pressure water jetting. Running toilets waste 200 to 400 litres a day, usually a worn fill valve, faulty flapper, or cracked cistern — a new fill valve costs under €15 and takes about 30 minutes once drained.

  • Overflow pipe dripping outside — usually a float valve set too high or failed
  • Fill valves, float arms, and overflow connections fixed on the same visit in most cases
Toilet Repairs, Blockages
Drain Cleaning & Blocked

Drain Cleaning & Blocked Drain Services in Limerick

Older 1960s–70s properties in Caherdavin, Moyross, and Ballinacurra Weston run combined sewer lines that block more often, especially with grease, food waste, and tree roots involved.

  • Kitchen sinks — grease and food waste
  • Bathroom drains — hair and soap residue
  • Yard gullies — leaves and silt
  • Warning signs — slow drainage, standing water in the shower tray, gurgling after a flush

We clear blockages with drain rodding for straightforward jobs close to the surface, high-pressure jetting for grease and compacted debris further down, and root cutting for tree intrusion in older clay or concrete pipes. We also remove fat, oil, and grease (FOG) build-up from commercial drainage systems, a common issue for restaurants and food businesses across the city. CCTV drain surveys are available for recurring blockages, identifying cracks or collapsed sections before we recommend a fix.

Rural properties around Patrickswell, Adare, Croom, and Kilmallock typically rely on septic tanks, which should be emptied every one to three years under EPA guidelines.

Blocked drain won’t clear? Call [PHONE NUMBER] for same-day jetting.

Water Pressure Solutions

Low or inconsistent water pressure isn’t always a leak — sometimes the system itself needs adjusting. Common causes include a partially closed stopcock, faulty pressure reducing valves (PRVs), a blocked filter, or scale build-up in older pipework. Pressure reducing valves protect pipework and appliances from mains pressure that’s too high, booster pumps help homes with genuinely weak incoming pressure, and expansion vessels absorb pressure changes in a sealed system to reduce strain on valves and joints.

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Shower Repairs & New Installations

Shower Repairs & New Installations

Low water pressure is often down to limescale in the shower head or thermostatic mixer cartridge, usually fixed with a descale or cartridge swap. Leaking valves and dripping heads waste water and, left too long, damage grout and silicone. We carry common spare parts on every van — ceramic disc cartridges, O-rings, hoses, and heads — and fit electric showers from Triton, Mira, and Aqualisa as a fixed-price job. For genuinely low mains pressure in older Caherdavin and Moyross homes, we can fit a shower pump or booster pump to restore proper flow.

Bathroom Renovations, Refits & Installations

A full renovation involves stripping out the old suite, re-routing waste and supply lines, fitting new sanitary ware, waterproofing the shower zone, and finishing with grout and silicone — typically starting from €3,500 depending on suite choice and pipework changes. Waterproof tanking systems are installed before tiling where required, to stop water finding its way behind the tiles later.

  • Bath, toilet, and basin installation — straight swaps or full re-plumbing
  • Vanity units — proper waste and supply connections, not just bolted on
  • Wet rooms — full tanking and drainage falls
  • Walk-in showers — low-profile trays for step-free access
  • Pipe rerouting where a new layout requires it
  • First-fix and second-fix plumbing, coordinated with tilers and electricians to keep the job on schedule
Bathroom Renovations, Refits

Plumbing services in Ireland carry 23% VAT by law — we always confirm your quote is VAT-inclusive, and all bathroom work meets Irish building regulation standards, with documentation available for insurance or a property sale. Looking for a complete bathroom renovation? See our dedicated Bathroom Renovation service.

Plumbing Products & Brands We Work With

Triton, Mira, and Aqualisa for showers, Grohe for taps and mixers, Ideal Standard for sanitary ware, McAlpine for waste traps, Stuart Turner for booster pumps, and Hep2O, John Guest, and FloPlast for pipe and waste systems.

What’s Included in Every Job

  • Fully insured with public liability cover
  • Qualified, RGI registered plumbers for gas-related work
  • Genuine parts, not budget substitutes that fail early
  • Workmanship guarantee — if it fails, we come back and fix it
  • Upfront pricing, no surprises on the invoice
  • Waste removed and the work area left clean before we leave
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Our Process

Inspection, diagnosis explained in plain terms, a written fixed-price quote, the repair carried out properly, testing before we call it done, and a clean work area with a quick word on avoiding repeat issues.

Annual Plumbing Maintenance

Annual Plumbing Maintenance

  • Inspect exposed pipework in attics and external walls before winter
  • Check isolation valves turn freely
  • Test your stopcock once or twice a year, especially in older homes
  • Check for visible leaks under sinks and pipework
  • Clean traps under sinks and showers
  • Inspect flexible hoses on washing machines and dishwashers for wear

Areas We Cover Across Limerick City and County

We know the housing stock across Limerick — newer push-fit pipework in Castletroy and Annacotty estates, older lead supply pipes and galvanised steel pipework still found in 1940s and 50s Ballinacurra homes, and older structures around Pery Square and Arthur’s Quay where pipework access takes more planning.

  • City — Dooradoyle, Raheen, Castletroy, Annacotty, Corbally, Mungret, Caherdavin, Roxboro, Ballysimon, Shannon-side estates near the University
  • County — Adare, Castleconnell, Bunratty, Patrickswell, Clarina, Kildimo, Pallaskenry, Croom, Murroe, Pallasgreen, Bruff, Askeaton, Rathkeale, Hospital, Newcastle West, Foynes, Caherconlish, Cappamore, Kilmallock

We always aim to respond as quickly as possible to genuine emergencies across Limerick. Out-of-town callouts carry a small travel charge, confirmed upfront. Unsure if we cover your area? Give us a quick call.

Other Services We Offer

Beyond general plumbing, we also handle gas boiler service and repair, water heater and hot water cylinder installation, and full bathroom renovation projects — all under one team, one call, one invoice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions homeowners ask about water leak detection Sunshine Coast wide:

Costs vary by fault and time of day. Fixed quotation before any work starts, so you know the cost upfront.

We prioritise genuine emergencies and aim to reach you as quickly as possible, with quicker response times typically in Castletroy, Raheen and Dooradoyle.

We’re upfront about any call-out charge when you ring, and it’s always included in the fixed quotation before work begins — no surprises on the invoice.

We accept card, bank transfer, and cash. For larger jobs like renovations, payment terms are agreed in writing beforehand.

Yes. Copper pipe, push-fit fittings, and compression joints carried on every van for same-day repairs.

No. A pipe leak does not seal itself. It may Yes, for most call-outs. Call before midday for the best chance of same-day service.down temporarily if debris partly blocks the gap, but the pressure inside the pipe usually reopens it, and the leak tends to get worse rather than better over time.

Yes, drain rods, high-pressure jetting, and CCTV surveys where needed.

Yes, close-coupled, wall-hung, and back-to-wall suites, plus cistern and fill valve repairs.

Yes, electric and mixer showers, thermostatic mixers, shower pumps, full enclosure fits.

Yes, hidden and visible leaks, using pressure testing and non-invasive detection.

Yes. We use pressure testing, acoustic leak detection, moisture meters, and thermal imaging to locate leaks before any wall or floor is opened up.

Yes, including new outdoor tap installations and repairs to existing ones, with frost protection advice for winter.

Yes, 24/7 for genuine emergencies, including weekends and bank holidays.

Yes, fully insured with public liability cover, RGI registered for gas-related work.

Yes, free written quotes for all non-emergency work.

Yes, Adare, Castleconnell, Patrickswell, Croom, Newcastle West, and surrounding areas, small travel charge for out-of-town.

Need a Plumber? Get in Touch Today

Pick up the phone. We answer. Tell us what’s happened and where you are in Limerick, and we’ll give you an honest arrival time and a likely cost. You’ll speak directly with someone who can arrange your visit. Whether you need an emergency plumber, burst pipe repair, blocked drain clearance, leak detection, bathroom plumbing, or general plumbing services in Limerick, call today.

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