WE ARE HIRING!
A suspected gas leak or a burst water line, we're on it either way.
Gas and water line emergencies don't leave much room to wait around for a callback. Snipps Heating & Air Conditioning now brings the same 24/7 emergency response we've built our name on since 1996 to gas line and water line trouble across Montrose and the Western Slope, with a real dispatcher answering the phone instead of an answering service.
- 24/7 live dispatch, every day of the year
- Upfront pricing before any work starts
- One local team for gas and water line emergencies
- Serving five counties across the Western Slope
What counts as a plumbing emergency
A suspected gas leak and an actively leaking or burst water line both count as emergencies in our book, since both can cause real damage or danger the longer they go unaddressed. Call and tell us what you're seeing or smelling, and we'll get someone headed your way the same day, often the same hour.
Two situations, one call
Gas leaks and gas line emergencies
If you smell gas, leave the house immediately and call your gas utility or 911 before calling anyone else. Once the area is confirmed safe, our team handles the gas line inspection and repair itself.
Burst or leaking water lines
A water line that's actively leaking or burst can flood a basement or ruin flooring fast. We move quickly to shut things down safely and get into water line repair or replacement.
Both situations get treated with the same urgency and the same careful, safety-first approach, whether it's gas or water behind the problem.
Who we serve
Residential
Most emergency calls come from homeowners across Montrose, Delta, Ouray, San Miguel, Gunnison, San Juan, and Hinsdale counties, from full-time residents to owners managing a property from out of state.
Property managers and commercial accounts
A gas or water line issue at a rental property needs a fast, reliable response, especially when the owner isn't on-site to make the call themselves. Our property manager service is set up for exactly that across multiple units, with a single point of contact instead of chasing down separate vendors.
How an emergency call works
Clear steps, even under pressure
You call, any hour.
A real dispatcher answers, day or night, no exceptions.
We confirm what's happening.
A few quick questions help us send the right response and give you a realistic window.
We assess before touching anything.
Gas and water line work both carry real risk if rushed, so we confirm the situation is safe before repairs start.
We fix it.
Our technicians make the repair, explain what went wrong, and confirm everything is holding correctly before they leave.
It's warrantied.
Emergency gas and water line work carries the same warranties as any scheduled service.
While you're waiting for us
What you should do between your call and our arrival depends entirely on which emergency you're facing:
- A suspected gas leak — leave the house immediately, don't flip switches or use a lighter, and call your gas utility or 911 before calling us. Don't go back in to grab anything until it's been confirmed safe.
- A burst or leaking water line — if you know where your main shutoff valve is, turn it off, and move anything valuable, especially electronics and furniture, away from the water.
Don't attempt to repair a gas line or a major water line break yourself. A rushed fix on either one tends to turn a bad night into a much bigger job, and gas work in particular carries real risk if it's not done correctly.
Why Western Slope homeowners call Snipps for plumbing emergencies
A real dispatcher, every time.
No hold music, no call center, just someone who picks up and gets you moving.
Nearly 30 years of local trust, now covering gas and water lines too.
The same honest approach we've built since 1996 now extends to plumbing emergencies.
Upfront pricing, even at 2 a.m.
You'll know the cost before any repair begins, emergency or not.
One team, not a referral.
We handle the gas or water line problem ourselves rather than passing you to another company.
Careful, not rushed.
Gas and water line emergencies get a proper assessment first, because a wrong fix here causes real damage.
Service area
We answer plumbing emergency calls across five Western Slope counties, based out of 113 Rose Lane, Suite C, Montrose, CO 81401:
- Montrose (home base)
- Delta
- Ridgway
- Ouray
- Telluride
- Crested Butte
- Cimarron
- Hotchkiss
- Silverton
- Gunnison
- Lake City
- Cedaredge
- Olathe
- Paonia
- Norwood
- Nucla, Naturita, and the wider West End
Don't see your town listed? Give us a call at (970) 240-8152, we likely still reach you.
What our customers say
Customers who've called us in a plumbing emergency tend to mention the same things: someone answered right away, the situation was handled carefully, and the fix was explained honestly.
Frequently asked questions
Do you really answer gas and water line calls at any hour?
Yes. Office hours are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to noon, but emergency dispatch for gas and water line issues runs around the clock.
I smell gas, what should I do first?
Leave the house immediately, avoid switches or open flames, and call your gas utility or 911 from a safe distance. Call us once the area has been confirmed safe so we can find and fix the source.
How fast can you get to a burst water line?
We aim for the same day, often the same hour, depending on location and how many calls are already in progress. Shutting off your main valve if you're able to helps limit damage while you wait.
Will I know the price before you start, even on an emergency call?
Yes. We give you the price before any repair begins, including for after-hours and emergency calls.
Do you handle both natural gas and propane emergencies?
Do you cover plumbing emergencies in remote towns like Lake City or Gunnison?
Yes, we cover all five counties, though a property farther from Montrose will naturally see a longer response window.
Gas or water line trouble? One call handles it.
Someone picks up immediately, a technician heads your way, and the price is clear before any work begins. That's the same standard we've held since 1996, now covering gas and water line emergencies too.
HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation for homes and businesses across Montrose and the Western Slope. Family-run, certified, and here when you need us since 1996.