Plumbing Services in Jacksonville, FL

Plumbing in Jacksonville at a glanceJacksonville draws its water from the Floridan aquifer, which produces hard water with naturally occurring sulfur compounds. In homes on private wells, that often means the familiar rotten-egg smell, and in city homes it means scale in water heaters and fixtures. Treatment — softeners, filtration and sometimes aeration — is common.

Jacksonville covers a huge area, and many neighborhoods still use septic tanks; the city and JEA have been working to convert septic areas to sewer. Hurricanes and nor’easters bring flooding, especially near the St. Johns River, and historic neighborhoods like Riverside, Avondale and San Marco have older cast iron drains.

Bathroom with wood vanity, vessel sink and wall-mounted faucet

Housing & construction

Historic bungalows and Mediterranean revival homes in Riverside and San Marco, mid-century slab homes, large suburban subdivisions and beach communities.

Plumbing services in Jacksonville

Chrome gooseneck faucet over a double kitchen sink

Water Softeners & Filtration in Jacksonville

Sulfur odor treatment

Jacksonville water softeners & filtration →

Utility crew excavating a street to reach a broken water line

Sewer Line Repair in Jacksonville

Septic-to-sewer conversions

Jacksonville sewer line repair →

Drain Cleaning in Jacksonville

Septic-related slow drains

Jacksonville drain cleaning →

Also common in Jacksonville: water heater repair.

Common plumbing problems in Jacksonville

Sewer Smell in the House in JacksonvilleSulfur in the water

What makes Jacksonville plumbing different

Hard, sulfur-bearing groundwater

Floridan aquifer water is hard and can carry hydrogen sulfide, especially in private wells.

Septic systems and conversions

Many areas use septic; conversion programs connect neighborhoods to central sewer over time.

Storm flooding

Hurricanes and nor’easters flood low-lying areas near the river and coast.

Cast iron in historic homes

Older neighborhoods have cast iron drains under slabs and raised floors.

Seasonal plumbing calendar for Jacksonville

Hurricane seasonKnow your shutoffs and inspect plumbing and septic systems after flooding.
WinterOccasional freezes can damage exposed pipes and irrigation backflow devices.

Plumbing emergency in Jacksonville?

Close the main water shutoff, or the fixture valve if the problem is in one place.
Stay away from water near outlets or the electrical panel.
For sewage backups, stop using all drains.
If you smell gas, leave and call the gas utility or 911 from outside.

Call (866) 417-0220

Jacksonville plumbing questions

Why does my Jacksonville water smell like rotten eggs?

Hydrogen sulfide naturally occurs in Floridan aquifer groundwater, especially in private wells. Hot-water-only odors can also come from the water heater anode reacting with sulfur.

Is Jacksonville water hard?

Yes. Floridan aquifer water is hard, causing scale in water heaters and on fixtures.

Is my Jacksonville neighborhood on septic?

Many areas still use septic tanks. Check with JEA or the city about septic-to-sewer conversion plans for your area.

What should I do with plumbing after a Jacksonville flood?

Have flooded water heaters inspected, watch for sewer or septic backups, and test private wells before drinking.

Nearby service areas

We also serve communities around Jacksonville, including Orange Park, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Fleming Island, Ponte Vedra, Fernandina Beach.

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