Emergency Plumbing Columbus
Shorty's Plumbing is Columbus's trusted emergency plumber — a female-owned, licensed Ohio plumbing company that responds fast, explains everything clearly, and never uses a crisis to pressure you into something you don't need.
- BBB A+ Rating
- 20+ Years Plumbing
- Licensed, Insured & Bonded
- Female-Owned & Operated
50+ 5 Star Reviews
The Shorty’s team is amazing!! Responsive, courteous, honest. This is a company that clearly operates with integrity and professionalism. We will never call anyone else for plumbing needs!
Kathy, Columbus
Top-Rated Emergency Plumber Columbus
we'll be there—day or night
When a plumbing emergency hits your Columbus home, Shorty's Plumbing dispatches a licensed emergency plumber who arrives ready to diagnose the problem, explain your options, and fix it right — without adding to your stress.
Burst & Frozen Pipe Repair
A burst or frozen pipe can dump gallons of water into your home fast — we get there quickly, stop the damage, and walk you through every repair option before we start.
Sewage Backup Response
Once we find the issue, we walk you through every repair option and cost before touching a thing — you stay in control of your home and your budget.
No-Water Emergency Calls
Suddenly no water pressure or no water at all — we diagnose the source fast, whether it's your main line, water heater, or pressure system, and get you back to normal.
WE SERVICE ALL BRANDS INCLUDING:
Evie is AMAZING. Thorough. Punctual. Great communication. Explains everything. Couldn't give higher praise. She is the plumber we've been looking for for years.
James Columbus, OH
We were very pleased with her work that she did for us. She is very friendly and polite. What really made me respect her is that she was going to be a little late because of a flat tire and she had the decency to call us to let us know. Not many people would do that. I will give her number to anyone that needed a plumber.
Joy Columbus, OH
The Shorty’s team is amazing!! Responsive, courteous, honest. This is a company that clearly operates with integrity and professionalism. We will never call anyone else for plumbing needs!
Katy Columbus, OH
“Friendly, hardworking, fast, thorough, affordable. They beat the breaks off another quote I got from a neighbor referral. They got me a quote within 20 minutes of my call and installed next business day from my decision. Greg is super friendly, and Kevin is a no nonsense installer. Thanks so much!
Prasanth Columbus, OH
Columbus Plumbing Emergency? Don't Wait.
The faster a plumbing emergency gets addressed, the less damage it does — call Shorty's Plumbing now for honest, fast emergency plumber service in Columbus with no pressure and no surprises.
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hey! i'm evie!
Shorty's Plumbing is different from other Columbus emergency plumber services because we treat a plumbing crisis as a moment to earn your trust — not a moment to take advantage of your urgency.
- We Answer. We Actually Show Up. Third-Generation. Built on Honesty. Owner Evangelynn brings 20 years of hands-on experience and a third-generation plumber's commitment to doing things right — not just doing things fast.
- No Scare Tactics. Ever. We'll never use fear or pressure to push you into a repair or replacement — you'll always get honest information and real options so you can decide what's right for you.
- Clean, Respectful, Accountable. We treat your home the way we'd want ours treated — we clean up after ourselves, show up on time, and back every repair with our 1-year workmanship warranty.
Best Emergency Plumber Service Columbus
Three steps from panic to fixed.
Getting emergency plumbing help in Columbus should be as simple as possible — here's exactly what happens when you call Shorty's Plumbing.
Schedule Service
Call us, text us, or fill out a quick form online — we'll get you on the schedule, often same-day.
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We Diagnose & Explain
We assess the situation quickly, tell you exactly what's wrong, and give you clear pricing before touching anything.
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Fixed. Warranted. Done.
We complete the repair correctly, clean up after ourselves, and back every job with our 1-year workmanship warranty.
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Emergency Plumber Columbus Reviews
Real words from real Columbus homeowners.
Columbus homeowners trust Shorty's Plumbing in their most stressful moments — and what they say afterward says everything about how we show up.
Evangelynn and her team were welcoming and honest. They treated my house with respect and I do greatly appreciate them coming to my house.
Naomi Worthington, Oh
Shorty’s plumbing was right on time & did an amazing job with an installation of a new toilet. Price was very good and service was excellent. Will not hesitate to call upon them for future plumbing services.
Anna Columbus, OH
Shorty's plumbing went above and beyond in fixing an issue I was having. The communication was excellent and the service call was exactly what was promised. I would not hesitate to use Shorty's again and highly recommend them. My service call with Shorty's was after a failed visit by one of the "big" companies that left me with a big bill and the problem not resolved.
James Columbus, OH
I’m out of town project manager and she’s come through perfectly for each project. She’s done… She’s my Columbus area go to
B. Dublin, Ohio
Emergency Plumbing Services Columbus FAQ
You've got questions? We have Answers!
Before you call for plumbing, here are the answers to homeowners most asked questions.
A plumbing emergency is anything that poses an immediate risk to your home, health, or safety — burst pipes, sewage backups, gas leaks, no water, or an actively flooding basement all qualify. If you're unsure whether something is urgent, it's always okay to call us and describe what's happening — we'll give you an honest answer about whether it needs same-day attention. We'd rather you call and find out it can wait than not call and have it get worse overnight.
Yes — Shorty's Plumbing offers after-hours emergency plumber service in Columbus for situations that can't wait until morning. Call us directly and we'll get you taken care of. We always try to be transparent about availability and timing so you know exactly what to expect.
Absolutely. Ohio Plumbing License #50488. Shorty's Plumbing is fully licensed and insured in Ohio, and every job is backed by our 1-year workmanship warranty. You can trust that the work is done right — by a licensed Ohio plumber with over 20 years of experience.
We serve Columbus and the surrounding Central Ohio communities, including Westerville, Dublin, Hilliard, Grove City, Gahanna, Reynoldsburg, Pickerington, Canal Winchester, Upper Arlington, Worthington, and New Albany. If you're not sure whether we come to your area, just give us a call — we're happy to help.
If you have a burst pipe or major leak, shut off your main water supply valve — it's usually in your basement or near your water meter. If it's a gas leak, leave the home immediately and call your gas company before calling us. For sewage backups, avoid using any drains or toilets until we arrive. The more you can tell us about what's happening when you call, the faster we can prepare to help.
Yes — every plumbing repair completed by Shorty's Plumbing comes with a 1-year workmanship warranty. If something isn't right after we leave, we come back and make it right. That's our commitment to every Columbus homeowner we serve.
We are open 24/7 Monday thru Sunday, so give us a call anytime!
Your Local Emergency Plumber Columbus
Close enough to matter when minutes count.
From Westerville to Grove City and everywhere in between, Shorty's Plumbing serves Columbus and Central Ohio as your nearby, reliable emergency plumber — because response time matters when something is actively going wrong.
Things Columbus Homeowners Should Know About Plumbing Emergencies:
- Columbus experiences significant freeze-thaw cycles every winter, making burst and frozen pipes one of the most common plumbing emergencies in the area — particularly in older homes with exposed pipes in unheated spaces like garages and crawl spaces.
- Heavy spring storms and snowmelt regularly overwhelm Columbus drainage systems, making sump pump failures and basement flooding among the top emergency calls from March through June.
- Homes in older Columbus neighborhoods like Olde Towne East, Linden, and Franklinton frequently have aging cast iron or galvanized drain lines that are more prone to sudden backups and failures.
We're proud to provide plumbing emergencies for:
- Columbus
- Westerville
- Dublin
- Hilliard
- Grove City
- Gahanna
- Reynoldsburg
- Pickerington
- Canal Winchester
- Upper Arlington
- Worthington
- New Albany
Let's talk — no pressure, just help.
Ready to get your plumbing sorted? Fill out the form below or give us a call. We'll get back to you fast, explain your options clearly, and never push you toward something you don't need.