A burst pipe or a sewer backup does not wait for a convenient time — and neither do we. When a plumbing emergency hits your Sterling home, R.A. Dobson moves your call to the front of the line with fast, priority response. We have been the family Northern Virginia homeowners call in a crisis since 1975.
Our licensed plumbers arrive ready to stop the damage, fix the problem, and explain everything in plain language — with honest, upfront pricing even in an emergency.
Some plumbing problems need help now before they cause serious damage. We respond fast to:
• Burst or frozen pipes
• Major leaks flooding a room or wall
• Sewer backups coming up through drains or toilets
• No water anywhere in the house
• An overflowing toilet that will not stop
• A water heater leaking heavily
• A broken or leaking main water line
What to do while you wait. First, find your main water shut-off valve and turn it off — this single step stops most of the flooding. It is usually where the water line enters your home, often near the water heater or in the basement. For a burst pipe, shutting the water off buys you time and limits the damage. Then clear the area of anything valuable and keep everyone away from standing water near electrical outlets. Know your shut-off before an emergency. Take a minute this week to locate that valve and make sure it turns freely — it is the best insurance you have against a small leak becoming a big one.
A few common questions. Do you offer after-hours service? Yes — we provide priority emergency response outside of regular hours. Is a slow leak an emergency? If it is actively damaging your home, treat it as one and call. Backed-up drains too? Our team also handles urgent drain cleaning when a clog turns into a backup.
• Family-Owned Since 1975 — three generations serving Sterling and Northern Virginia
• Priority Emergency Response — your call moves to the front of the line
• Licensed Plumbers — VA license #2701017843
• Honest, Upfront Pricing — a clear price even in a crisis
• Local and Trusted — a real Northern Virginia team, not a call center
• 4.8-Star Rated across 173 Google reviews from your neighbors
Serving Sterling, Ashburn, Leesburg, Herndon, Reston, Chantilly and all of Northern Virginia. Explore our full range of plumbing services, learn about drain cleaning for stubborn backups, or contact us right away.
Fast, honest service from your local, family-owned team — since 1975.
