Need a plumber in Billings? Montana winters freeze pipes for months of the year, and homes near downtown still have original galvanized and cast iron pipe. Call Same Day Plumber any time to reach a licensed plumber in Billings.
Need a Plumber in Billings Today?
Say whether the pipe has frozen or already burst, and whether the heat is still on. The call goes to an independent plumbing company that works in Billings, including Downtown, South Side, Rimrock and Billings Heights, and they'll give you an arrival window and any after-hours fee before heading out.
Emergency Plumbing Services in Billings
These are the emergencies Billings plumbers get called for most, each with a first step you can take before help arrives.
- Pipe frozen or burst: close the main shutoff, open a faucet and keep the heat on. See burst pipe.
- No water at any tap in deep cold: the service line may be frozen. See no water.
- Water heater leaking: turn off the gas or power and the cold inlet. See water heater leaking.
For any of these, an emergency plumber can often come out to Billings 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 Billings
- 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 Billings Homes
The City of Billings treats water from the Yellowstone River at its own plant and runs a water quality laboratory.
The median Billings home was built in 1980, with older houses on the South Side and around North Park. Permits come from the city's Building Division, which issues most plumbing permits only to licensed plumbers.
Getting a Billings Home Through Winter
- Shut off and drain outdoor faucets from the inside valve before the first hard freeze.
- Insulate pipes along outside basement walls and in crawl spaces.
- Have sprinkler lines blown out in the fall.
- Find the main shutoff, usually where the water line enters the basement. See frozen pipes.
Old Pipe Near Downtown
Early and mid-1900s houses often still have galvanized supply lines and cast iron drains.
Water Heater Replacement
A failed water heater is urgent in a Montana winter.
What Affects Plumbing Costs in Billings
No plumber can quote a firm price before seeing the problem. These are the things that move the cost of plumbing work in Billings.
- Freeze damage. Several fittings often crack in one cold snap.
- Old pipe. Repairs near downtown tend to extend past the first bad section.
- 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 Billings Building Division, 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 Billings
These checks take a few minutes and prevent most bad experiences, whichever Billings plumber you end up hiring.
Check the Montana License
In Billings, most plumbing permits are issued only to licensed plumbers. Ask for the plumber's Montana license number before work starts. That applies to any plumbing work at your Billings home.
Billings Permits and the City Limits
Inside Billings, the city's Building Division issues plumbing permits, and most go only to licensed plumbers. The city does not issue permits for buildings outside its limits. There, certain plumbing permits come from the State of Montana's Building Codes Division. If you are near the edge of town, tell the plumber which side of the line you are on.
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 Billings
FAQs About Plumbers in Billings
How quickly can I get a plumber in Billings?
Often the same day, including nights and weekends, but it depends on demand and where in Billings 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 Billings, MT
If you have frozen and burst pipes, old pipe near downtown or another plumbing problem in Billings, 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.