Cold winters bring frozen pipes and frozen hose bibs, many homes have basements, and gas water heaters and furnaces are typically derated for altitude. The long irrigation season means sprinkler systems and backflow devices need attention every spring and fall.
Housing & construction
Older brick bungalows in neighborhoods like Sugar House and the Avenues, mid-century homes with basements, and newer suburban construction across the valley.
Plumbing services in Salt Lake City
Water Softeners & Filtration in Salt Lake City
Variable sources
Salt Lake City water softeners & filtration →
Water Heater Repair in Salt Lake City
Sediment and scale
Salt Lake City water heater repair →
Pipe Repair in Salt Lake City
Freeze-prone locations
Salt Lake City pipe repair →Also common in Salt Lake City: sewer line repair, backflow testing & prevention.
Common plumbing problems in Salt Lake City
What makes Salt Lake City plumbing different
Hard water
Scale affects water heaters, fixtures and appliances; softeners are common.
Cold winters
Pipes in exterior walls, garages and crawl spaces can freeze.
Altitude
Gas appliances are typically derated for elevation.
Irrigation season
Sprinklers and backflow devices need winterization and spring startup.
Seasonal plumbing calendar for Salt Lake City
- FallBlow out sprinklers and shut off exterior faucets before freezing weather.
- WinterInsulate exposed pipes and keep heat on in basements.
- SpringStart up irrigation and check backflow devices for freeze damage.
Plumbing emergency in Salt Lake City?
- 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.
Salt Lake City plumbing questions
Is Salt Lake City water hard?
Much of the Wasatch Front has moderately hard to hard water; check your provider’s water quality report.
Do Salt Lake water heaters need altitude adjustment?
Gas water heaters are generally specified or derated for high elevation.
When should I winterize sprinklers in Salt Lake?
Before the first hard freeze in fall: shut off the supply, drain or blow out lines and protect backflow assemblies.
Nearby service areas
We also serve communities around Salt Lake City, including West Valley City, Murray, South Salt Lake, Holladay, Sandy, West Jordan.
