Des Moines emergency Plumbing services

24/7 Plumbing Help When You Need It Most

Plumbing emergencies don’t wait for business hours—and neither do we. Whether it’s a burst pipe, sewer backup, or a flooded basement, Holt Plumbing & Heating, Inc. is on call 24/7 to help homeowners and small businesses across the Des Moines metro area. Since 1947, we’ve been the trusted name in West Des Moines for fast, reliable emergency plumbing services. When unexpected plumbing issues threaten your home’s safety and comfort, you can count on our licensed professionals to respond quickly, repair efficiently, and restore your peace of mind.

Common Plumbing Emergencies We Handle

Not every plumbing problem requires an emergency call, but some situations can’t wait. If your home is at risk of water damage, health hazards, or safety concerns, it’s time to call Holt. Here are some of the most common emergencies we resolve:

Burst or frozen pipes
Sewer line backups
Overflowing toilets
Water heater leaks or flooding
Sudden loss of water pressure
Major water leaks or visible flooding
Gas line issues (always treat as urgent)
Sump pump failures during heavy rain

If something feels unsafe or seems like it could cause significant damage, don’t hesitate—call us right away. It’s always better to act quickly than risk more extensive and expensive repairs later.

24/7 Emergency Plumbing Response in Des Moines and Surrounding Areas

Plumbing disasters don’t keep a 9-to-5 schedule, and neither do we. Our emergency plumbers are available nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure help is just a phone call away—no matter when trouble strikes.
We proudly serve homeowners and businesses across the metro area, including:

West Des Moines
Clive
Urbandale
Waukee
Windsor Heights
Norwalk
Surrounding communities in Polk and Dallas Counties

When you need help fast, we can often dispatch a technician within minutes to address the issue and protect your property. See all service areas here.

What to Expect from Holt’s Emergency Plumbing Services

When you call Holt Plumbing & Heating, Inc. for emergency assistance, here’s what you can expect:

Rapid Dispatch: We send a qualified plumber to your location as soon as possible.
Thorough Assessment: Our technician will quickly identify the source of the problem and walk you through the findings.
Immediate Repairs: We come prepared with the tools and parts to handle most issues on the first visit.
Follow-Up Guidance: We don’t just fix the immediate issue—we’ll help you understand how to prevent future emergencies.

Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities every time we step through your door.

Why Choose Holt Plumbing & Heating, Inc.?

24/7 emergency service—nights, weekends, holidays
Locally owned and operated since 1947
Fully licensed and insured professionals
Upfront pricing—no hidden fees
Friendly, fast, and respectful service
Trusted by thousands of homeowners in Iowa

We’ve seen it all—from flooded basements to middle-of-the-night pipe bursts—and we know how to resolve emergencies with efficiency and care.

Call Now for Emergency Plumbing Help

If you need a 24-hour emergency plumber, don’t hesitate to call Holt Plumbing & Heating, Inc. for immediate assistance. Whether you’re in West Des Moines or a nearby community, we’re ready to help safeguard your home and get things back to normal. Call us today or book online. Let Holt handle that!

"I highly recommend Holt! I needed my water heater replaced, and they came out and took the time to discuss all of my options and to make sure that I fully understood everything about the project. They did quality work, with all of the plumbing in traditional copper. That was important to me because I didn't want any of that PEX in my home! My entire basement looks cleaner and tidier because of the work they did! I was also very impressed that they didn't talk down to me as a woman. I like to do my own appliance maintenance and repairs when possible, and they respected my desire to understand everything about the installation and the prospective maintenance into the future."

Karen

"Holt heating and air conditioning installed our heating and air conditioning system and now we have the maintenance program with them. All the different people we'd have had out to do the semi annual maintenance have been courteous and professional in there attire and speaking to us. I would use them for other services in a heartbeat."

Pam

"Looking for a no fluff, no BS review of Holt? I got you... Over the past 15 years I've been a home owner, We've tried more companies that I could count. Lots of shady businesses out there... We were coming of a brand new HVAC installation just two years ago and the previous company completely botched it. It had problems within a month of installation and they were completely MIA. We ran it as long as we could to try and recoup the some cost, but it was a constant worry. Decided to give Holt a chance and we're so glad we did! Yes, they were more expensive, but it's the classic "you get what you pay for". 100% worth it! It's so hard to find a company that has the perfect mix of quality, punctuality, and honesty and Holt nails it. I genuinely appreciate their level of service and will pay a bit more to have someone I have the utmost confidence in doing the right thing. You should definitely give them a look if you need heating, cooling, or plumbing work."

Michael N.

"We had never heard of Holt Heating and Plumbing until today. We had an emergency and needed service immediately and Holt was available. Israel was our technician and he was amazing! They will have our business for years to come! Thanks Israel and Holt!"

Rhonda

"The best experience you could ever ask for. Nick is very skilled and knowledgeable about his industry. We were in a challenging situation and Holt and Nick were there to help us. Nick is very professional, extremely polite and friendly and very skilled. Thank you all so very much"

Victoria A.