Emergency repair help in Denver, CO
In Denver, the biggest emergencies follow sudden weather swings: cold snaps that freeze and burst pipes and knock out heat, spring and summer hail that damages roofs, and water in basements. Know your utilities and shutoffs, take the first safety step, and call 833-877-1717 to request an independent provider.
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If someone is in danger
Call 911 for fire, smoke, injuries or anyone trapped. If you smell gas, leave the building and call the gas utility or 911 from outside. Stay far from downed power lines and report them to the electric utility. Repairs come after people are safe.
Emergencies to plan for in Denver
Frozen and burst pipes
Temperatures along the Front Range can drop sharply in a day. Pipes in exterior walls, crawl spaces, garages and sprinkler backflow devices are most at risk. Disconnect hoses in fall, keep heat on, and know where your main shutoff is. Denver Water publishes cold-weather and frozen-pipe tips. See burst pipe: the first 30 minutes.
Hail
The Front Range sees frequent damaging hail. After a storm, check gutters, vents, siding and AC fins for dents, and look for granules at downspouts. Damage is not always visible from the ground. See how to check your roof after a storm.
No heat in cold weather
A furnace failure during a cold snap is urgent, both for people and pipes. Check the thermostat, breaker, furnace switch, filter and the outdoor vent pipes on high-efficiency furnaces, which snow can block. Never heat with an oven or grill. See no heat guide.
Basements
Many Denver homes have basements, where sewer backups, sump pump failures and foundation seepage show up first. Water rising in a floor drain usually points to the main sewer line.
Denver utilities: who to call first
Utility-side problems, such as a main break in the street, a gas leak or a neighborhood outage, go to the utility. Problems on your side of the meter usually need a private provider.
- Water: Denver Water
- Electric and gas: Xcel Energy
Service areas follow the property address, so check your bill if you are not sure which utility serves you.
Before you hire in Colorado
Colorado licenses plumbers and electricians at the state level, and the City and County of Denver also licenses contractors and issues permits. Ask for the contractor's license information and check it with the issuing agency.
Ask for a written estimate, proof of insurance and how the work is priced before you approve it. Emergency steps that stop damage come first; permanent work may need a permit.
Repair help in Denver
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Step-by-step guides
How RepairNowUSA works in Denver
Call 833-877-1717 and describe what is happening, the property type and the ZIP code. RepairNowUSA looks for a participating independent provider for that kind of work in your area and connects you if one is available. The provider confirms timing, scope and price with you and does the work. RepairNowUSA is a referral and connection service, not a contractor, and availability and response times are not guaranteed.
Denver repair questions
What should I do if a pipe bursts during a Denver cold snap?
Shut off the main water valve, stay away from water near electrical equipment, open a low faucet to drain the lines, and call a plumber. Warm frozen pipes gently; never use an open flame.
Is hail damage covered by insurance?
Hail is a covered peril in many homeowners policies, but deductibles and terms vary. Document the damage with photos and the storm date, and check your policy.
Who do I call for a gas smell in Denver?
Leave the building and call Xcel Energy or 911 from outside. Do not switch lights or appliances on or off.
Can I call RepairNowUSA at night?
Yes. You can call 833-877-1717 at any time. Whether an independent provider can come out right away depends on the ZIP code, the time and provider capacity, so availability is not guaranteed.
Official Denver resources
- Denver Water: frozen-pipe prevention and response
- Denver Water: cold-weather plumbing tips
- Denver Water leak troubleshooting and repair information
- City and County of Denver: permit guidance
Official resources are linked for utility, permit and safety context. Those agencies do not endorse RepairNowUSA.