Emergency
Emergency plumber in Cork: isolate the water, then call us.
24-hour emergency call-outs, 7 days a week, for leaks, burst pipes, no heat and no hot water. Evenings, nights and weekends are after-hours, so an emergency call-out fee applies — we tell you the fee before we set off. Here is what to do in the next five minutes, before we arrive.
For a smell of gas, turn off the gas at the meter if it is safe to do so, open doors and windows, do not use switches, flames or phones, then leave the house and ring Gas Networks Ireland on 1800 20 50 50 from outside, 24 hours a day.
In short
For a burst pipe, a leak you cannot stop, no heat or no hot water, call 085 747 2720. Emergency call-outs run 24/7. In working hours, call-out and first hour costs from €95 including VAT. Evenings, nights and weekends are an after-hours service with an emergency fee, which we tell you before we set off. If you smell gas, turn off the gas at the meter if it is safe to do so, open doors and windows, do not use switches, flames or phones, then leave the house and ring Gas Networks Ireland on 1800 20 50 50 from outside.
Updated 18 October 2026 · C. Kenneally Heating & Plumbing
What to do immediately
- Turn off the water at the stopcock — usually under the kitchen sink.
- Turn off the heating and the immersion.
- If water is near electrics, turn the electricity off at the board if it is safe to reach.
- Open the taps to drain the system down.
- Catch what you can and move valuables.
- Take photos for your insurer.
What counts as an emergency
A leak you cannot stop, a burst pipe, water near electrics, no heat or no hot water. A dripping tap is not — book that one in.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do you do emergency call-outs at night and at weekends?
Yes. Emergency call-outs run 24/7 for leaks, burst pipes, no heat and no hot water. Evenings, nights and weekends are after-hours, so an emergency call-out fee applies, and we tell you the fee before we set off.
How much does an emergency plumber cost in Cork?
In working hours (Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm), call-out and first hour starts from €95 including VAT. Evenings, nights and weekends carry an emergency call-out fee, agreed with you on the phone before we travel.
What should I do first if a pipe bursts?
Turn off the water at the stopcock, usually under the kitchen sink. Turn off the heating and the immersion. If water is near electrics, switch off at the board if it is safe to reach. Open the taps to drain down, then call 085 747 2720.
What should I do if I smell gas?
Turn off the gas at the meter if you can do it safely, open doors and windows, and do not use switches, naked flames or phones in the house. Then go outside and ring Gas Networks Ireland on 1800 20 50 50, 24 hours a day.
Leak or no heat right now? Ring 085 747 2720.
Answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Tell us what is happening and we will tell you what to do in the meantime. Any after-hours fee is agreed before we set off.
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