Emergency Plumber in Weymouth, MA — 24/7
Pipe burst? Fore River storm surge flooding your basement? Sump pump failed in the middle of a nor'easter? We answer the phone at 3am — real person, no callback queue.
Dispatched from Quincy and Abington — Weymouth is between both offices. $99 service fee applied toward the repair.
Emergency situations we handle in Weymouth
Burst or split pipes
East Weymouth and North Weymouth's pre-war homes have older supply lines that can fail in hard winters. We stop the water and repair or replace the line.
Sewage backup
Aging cast iron drain lines and sewer laterals in Weymouth Landing and East Weymouth can clog or collapse. Sewage backing into fixtures is a health hazard — call immediately.
Coastal storm flooding
Fore River watershed, Wessagusset, and North Weymouth homes are vulnerable to basement flooding during nor'easters. Sump pump failure during active flooding is a real emergency — call and we'll dispatch now.
Water heater failure
A failing water heater can flood a basement fast. We shut it down, diagnose the cause, and tell you the fastest realistic replacement path based on the actual schedule.
No water to the house
Could be a main shutoff valve failure, a burst supply line, or a pressure regulator problem. We find the cause and restore water service.
Gas smell near plumbing
Evacuate and call us. Our licensed technicians locate and repair gas line leaks safely. MA Master Plumber License covers gas work.
What to do first when a Weymouth emergency hits
Shut off the main water
Usually in the basement near the front foundation wall. Turn it clockwise to stop flow. In older Weymouth Landing and East Weymouth homes the valve may be stuck from age — don't force it, call us.
Call (617) 479-9911
We answer 24/7. Tell us what's happening and where you are in Weymouth. We dispatch from Quincy and Abington immediately.
Minimize damage while you wait
Move valuables away from water, shut off electricity to areas where water is near outlets, and use towels or buckets to slow the spread. Don't run any water until we arrive.
Local team — not a dispatch center
When you call Johnson Bros. for a Weymouth emergency, you're not reaching a national answering service. Nate and Nick Johnson built this company from the South Shore — Weymouth is home territory. 367 Google reviews at 4.8 stars. MA Master Plumber License PL #17034-M. We pull Weymouth permits, we know the housing stock, and we stand behind the work.
Weymouth emergency plumbing FAQs
How fast can you respond to an emergency in Weymouth?
We dispatch from our Quincy office at 75 East Elm Ave and our Abington office at 55 Brighton St. Weymouth sits between both — most of the town is reachable in 15–20 minutes. When you call (617) 479-9911 we dispatch immediately and give you an honest ETA.
What counts as a plumbing emergency in Weymouth versus something that can wait?
Call us immediately for: burst or actively leaking pipes, sewage backing up into fixtures, basement flooding you can't stop (including sump pump failure during active storm flooding), no water to the whole house, or any gas smell near plumbing. A dripping faucet, slow drain, running toilet, or low water pressure can wait for regular service. Not sure? Call — we'll tell you.
How do I shut off the water in a Weymouth home?
The main shutoff valve is usually in the basement near the front wall where the water line enters from the street, or near the water meter. Turn it clockwise to stop flow. In older Weymouth Landing and East Weymouth homes the valve can be corroded or stuck — call us and we'll walk you through it.
Do you charge extra for nights and weekends in Weymouth?
We charge a $99 service fee that applies toward the repair. The same fee applies whether you call at noon on a Tuesday or 2am on a Saturday. Once on-site you get a clear upfront price before any work starts — no hidden after-hours surcharge.
Do you pull the permits for emergency plumbing repairs in Weymouth?
Yes. All permitted work in Weymouth is handled by us — MA Master Plumber License PL #17034-M and Corporate License #4581. We pull Weymouth building permits and coordinate the required inspections.
Plumbing emergency in Weymouth?
Call now. We answer around the clock — no voicemail, real person, immediate dispatch.