Need a plumber in Savannah? Historic houses downtown have old pipe, raised homes have their plumbing exposed underneath, and low streets flood in storms and high tides. Call Same Day Plumber any time to reach a Georgia-licensed plumber.
Need a Plumber in Savannah Today?
Say whether the house is in the historic districts and whether the street has flooded. Same Day Plumber is a referral line, so an independent Savannah plumbing company takes the call, quotes the job and bills you directly. They confirm the arrival time first.
Emergency Plumbing Services in Savannah
When something goes wrong fast in a Savannah home, it's usually one of these. Here's what to do first.
- Drains backing up during flooding: stop using water until it recedes. See sewer backup.
- Pipe leaking under a raised house: close the main shutoff and look underneath.
- Old supply line leaking in a wall: shut the main and drain the line.
For any of these, an emergency plumber can often come out to Savannah the same day, including nights and weekends. If you smell gas, leave the building first and call the gas utility or 911 from outside.
24/7 Plumbing Services in Savannah
- Emergency PlumbingBurst pipes, flooding, sewage backups and loss of water, any hour.
- Drain CleaningClogged sinks, tubs, toilets and main sewer lines.
- Water Heater Repair & ReplacementNo hot water, leaking tanks, tank and tankless repair or replacement.
- Leak Detection & RepairHidden, slab and pipe leaks found and fixed before they cause damage.
- Sewer Line RepairCamera inspection, sewer repair and trenchless replacement.
- Pipe Repair & RepipingBurst, frozen and corroded pipes repaired or replaced.
- Toilet RepairRunning, clogged, leaking and broken toilets repaired or replaced.
- Faucet & Fixture RepairFaucets, garbage disposals and shower valves.
- Sump Pump RepairSump pump repair, replacement and battery backups.
- Gas Line RepairGas leak repair and appliance hookups by licensed plumbers.
- Water Softeners & FiltrationWater softeners, whole-house filtration and well pumps.
- Commercial Plumbing & BackflowCommercial plumbing service and backflow testing.
Common Plumbing Problems in Savannah Homes
The City of Savannah's main water system draws from the Floridan aquifer. The state has restricted withdrawals from the aquifer since 2006 because of overuse and saltwater intrusion, and the city also treats surface water.
The median Savannah home was built in 1971, with 19th-century houses in the Historic and Victorian districts. Permits come from the city's Development Services Department through its online eTRAC system.
When Savannah Streets Flood
- Hold off on laundry and long showers until the water drains.
- Ask about a backwater valve if your lowest drain has backed up before.
- Have a flooded water heater inspected before turning it on.
- A backup in dry weather points to your own line. See sewer backup.
Old Pipe in Historic Houses
Houses in the Historic and Victorian districts often have a mix of cast iron, galvanized and newer pipe.
Exposed Pipe Under Raised Houses
Plumbing under raised homes corrodes in damp salt air and is open to the cold.
What Affects Plumbing Costs in Savannah
No plumber can quote a firm price before seeing the problem. These are the things that move the cost of plumbing work in Savannah.
- Historic houses. Mixed old pipe and tight access add labor.
- Flood conditions. Wet crawl spaces slow the work.
- Finding the problem. Leak locating and camera inspections are separate steps, but they keep the repair itself small.
- Time of day. Many companies charge an after-hours, weekend or holiday fee.
- Permits. When a job needs one, it comes from City of Savannah Development Services, and the plumber usually pulls it.
- Ask for the arrival fee before the plumber heads out, and for the repair price in writing before work starts.
How to Find a Licensed Plumber in Savannah
These checks take a few minutes and prevent most bad experiences, whichever Savannah plumber you end up hiring.
Check the Georgia License
Master and journeyman plumbers in Georgia are licensed by the state. Before any work starts at your Savannah home, ask for the license number and look it up with the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Savannah Water Heater Permits
Savannah's fee schedule lists a stand-alone plumbing permit for a water heater, applied for online through eTRAC, the city's permit tracking system. Licensed contractors can also request the inspection there. The plumber doing your water heater replacement normally handles it.
What to Ask on the Phone
- What is the arrival window?
- Is there a service, trip or after-hours fee?
- For an emergency, will you stop the damage first and quote the permanent repair before starting it?
- What is your license number?
Plumbers in Cities Near Savannah
FAQs About Plumbers in Savannah
Where does Savannah water come from?
The City of Savannah's main system draws from the Floridan aquifer, and the city also treats surface water.
How quickly can I get a plumber in Savannah?
Often the same day, including nights and weekends, but it depends on demand and where in Savannah you are. The plumber gives you an arrival window when you call. During a citywide event such as a hard freeze or major storm, waits are longer, so shut off the water and limit the damage while you wait.
Find a Same-Day Plumber in Savannah, GA
If you have old pipe in historic houses, storm and tide backups or another plumbing problem in Savannah, call now. You'll be connected to a licensed plumber who works in your area, and you'll know the arrival window and any fee before they head out.