24/7 Emergency Plumbing Services in Des Moines

Need help right now? Call Thrasher Service—our licensed plumbers answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

When a pipe bursts at 2 AM or you wake up to a flooded bathroom, every minute matters. Thrasher Service 24/7 emergency plumbing services in Des Moines with fast dispatch, clear options, and repairs you can trust. From Des Moines to Ankeny, West Des Moines, and beyond, we help stop water damage quickly and get your plumbing working again with 24 hour emergency plumbing service near you.

Why Des Moines Chooses Thrasher When Minutes Count

• True 24/7 Dispatch: Call anytime—nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Local, Licensed Pros: Des Moines-based team that’s licensed, insured, and bonded.

• Experienced Emergency Plumbers: We’ve handled the full range of “it-can’t-wait” plumbing calls since opening our doors in 1978.

• Up-Front Pricing: You’ll get clear repair options and pricing before work begins.

• Clean, Respectful Service: We protect your home and clean up when the job is done.

• One Call, Complete Solutions: From leaks to backups, we handle emergency plumbing issues with one call.

Rapid Repairs for Every Plumbing Crisis

Burst or Leaking Pipes

Burst pipes, cracked fittings, and sudden leaks can cause major water damage in just a short time. We isolate the water leak, stop the water leak, and repair the failure with a focus on getting your home’s plumbing working normally again.

Gas Pipe Repair

Leaking natural gas fitting or pipes are a danger to your life and your property. Thrasher Service provides emergency gas pipe repair and replacement services. Call your gas utility provider first followed by us, and we will help make your home safe again.

Water-Heater Leaks

A leaking water heater can soak floors, damage walls, and quickly become unsafe. We help identify the issue and provide water heater repair or replacement options so you can protect your home from water damage and restore hot water.

Clogged or Overflowing Toilets

Severely clogged and overflowing toilets aren’t just inconvenient—they’re a sanitation issue. We restore proper flow and help prevent repeat backups with our professional equipment (not trial-and-error).

Blocked or Slow Drains

Grease, roots, toys, you name it—we’ve removed it. Our video inspection pinpoints the obstruction so we can clear clogged drains and restore normal flow.

Sump Pump Failures

When Iowa storms hit, a failed sump pump can lead to rapid basement flooding and water damage to your home and personal property. Our local plumbers provide emergency help for sump pump issues and can recommend sump pump repair or replacement options to keep your basement protected.

If water is actively leaking right now (quick steps):

• Shut off the main water valve if you can do so safely
• Turn off the water heater if flooding is near the unit
• Place towels/buckets to limit damage (only if safe)
• Call Thrasher Service—we’ll guide you and dispatch our certified plumbers quickly

Don’t see your issue? If water is where it shouldn’t be, call us immediately!

How Thrasher Handles Your Plumbing Emergency

1. You Call: Pick up the phone and dial any time for an after hours plumber. You’ll talk to a real Thrasher Service dispatcher—who can help you take the next steps and send our plumbers your way.
2. We Immediately Dispatch Help: We send a certified and licensed plumber with a fully stocked truck so most plumbing emergencies are fully addressed in one visit for same-day emergency plumbing repair.
3. We Restore & Reassure: Our professional plumbers solve the plumbing emergency, clean up, and explain what happened in plain and clear language. When we leave, your home will be protected against further damage and your plumbing system will be operating its best. 

Thrasher Service Proudly Serves the Entire Des Moines Metro

• Des Moines (all neighborhoods)
• Ankeny
• West Des Moines
• Urbandale
• Clive
• Altoona
• Pleasant Hill
• Johnston
• Norwalk

Live nearby but don’t see your city? Chances are we are close and can help—call Thrasher and we’ll confirm service availability.

Emergency Plumbing FAQs

• Q: What counts as a plumbing emergency?
  A: If there’s active leaking, flooding, or a situation that can quickly cause damage, it’s an emergency. When in doubt, call—our team can help you decide what to do next.
• Q: How fast can you get here?
  A: We dispatch across the metro and prioritize emergencies. Arrival time depends on call volume and location, but we move quickly when water damage is at risk.
• Q: What should I do while I’m waiting for the plumber?
  A: If safe, shut off the main water valve, protect valuables, and contain water with towels/buckets. If a water heater is involved and flooding is nearby, avoid electrical hazards and call us for guidance.
• Q: Will you work with my insurance?
  A: Yes. We can document the situation and provide invoices that help support your claim process.
• Q: Do you offer commercial emergency service?
  A: Yes. We respond to emergency plumbing for offices, restaurants, retail, and multi-family properties.

Have another question? Call us now!.

Don’t Wait—Stop Water Damage in Its Tracks. Every minute a leak or backup goes unchecked increases the risk of structural damage, mold, and costly repairs. Put Des Moines’ most trusted emergency plumbers to work for you—call Thrasher Service anytime, day or night.