Best Plumber in Amherst, CO — 24/7 Emergency Plumbing & Water Heater Repair
If you need a 24 hour plumber in Amherst, CO, you are in the right place. Rick Staley's Plumbing dispatches local plumbers across Amherst for burst pipes, water leaks, clogged drains, no hot water, gas leaks and every other plumbing emergency — plus scheduled repairs, installations and inspections at honest, affordable prices.
Plumbing Services in Amherst, Colorado
Every service below has its own Amherst page with details, common problems and what to expect. Click to learn more, or just call — our Amherst plumbers handle all of it.
Emergency Plumber Amherst
Every minute water runs, drywall, flooring, and framing soak it up. A fast emergency plumber turns a disaster into a repair.
Emergency Plumber in Amherst, CO →24 Hour Plumber Amherst
Plumbing does not keep business hours. Neither do we — call any hour and a real person answers.
24 Hour Plumber in Amherst, CO →Burst Pipe Repair Amherst
Colorado freeze-thaw cycles are brutal on pipes. A burst line can dump hundreds of gallons an hour into your home.
Burst Pipe Repair in Amherst, CO →Water Leak Repair Amherst
Small leaks become mold problems and structural damage. Catching them early saves thousands.
Water Leak Repair in Amherst, CO →Frozen Pipe Repair Amherst
Colorado winters freeze pipes in garages, crawlspaces, and exterior walls every year. Thawing it wrong can split the pipe.
Frozen Pipe Repair in Amherst, CO →Gas Leak Plumber Amherst
If you smell gas, leave the building and call from outside. Then call us — gas leaks are an emergency, every time.
Gas Leak Plumber in Amherst, CO →Toilet Overflowing Repair Amherst
An overflowing toilet is often the first sign of a main sewer line problem. Fast action keeps it from spreading.
Toilet Overflowing Repair in Amherst, CO →Sewer Backup Cleanup Amherst
A sewer backup is a health hazard. Raw sewage must be removed and the cause corrected, not just snaked.
Sewer Backup Cleanup in Amherst, CO →Drain Cleaning Amherst
Chemical drain cleaners eat pipes and rarely fix the real clog. Professional drain cleaning actually clears the line.
Drain Cleaning in Amherst, CO →Clogged Drain Plumber Amherst
A clogged drain is annoying. A clogged main line is an emergency. We tell you which one you have.
Clogged Drain Plumber in Amherst, CO →Hydro Jetting Amherst
Snaking punches a hole through a clog. Hydro jetting scours the entire pipe wall so the clog does not come back.
Hydro Jetting in Amherst, CO →Sewer Line Repair Amherst
Sewer line damage gets worse, not better. A spot repair now beats a full replacement later.
Sewer Line Repair in Amherst, CO →Sewer Line Replacement Amherst
Many Colorado homes still have original clay or Orangeburg sewer lines. Replacement ends the cycle of backups.
Sewer Line Replacement in Amherst, CO →Trenchless Sewer Repair Amherst
Trenchless sewer repair replaces the line with one or two small holes instead of a trench across your yard.
Trenchless Sewer Repair in Amherst, CO →Sewer Camera Inspection Amherst
A sewer scope costs a fraction of a surprise sewer replacement. Know before you buy, and before you dig.
Sewer Camera Inspection in Amherst, CO →Water Heater Repair Amherst
Most water heater problems are a single failed component. Repair is often same-day and far cheaper than replacement.
Water Heater Repair in Amherst, CO →Water Heater Replacement Amherst
A leaking tank cannot be repaired. Replacing it before it fails prevents a flooded utility room.
Water Heater Replacement in Amherst, CO →Water Heater Installation Amherst
Proper installation is the difference between a 6-year and a 15-year water heater life.
Water Heater Installation in Amherst, CO →Tankless Water Heater Installation Amherst
Tankless heaters deliver endless hot water and last 20+ years when sized and installed correctly for high-altitude, cold-inlet conditions.
Tankless Water Heater Installation in Amherst, CO →No Hot Water Plumber Amherst
No hot water is one of the most common plumbing calls we get, and usually one of the fastest to fix.
No Hot Water Plumber in Amherst, CO →Leak Detection Amherst
Finding the leak precisely means one small repair instead of exploratory demolition.
Leak Detection in Amherst, CO →Pipe Leak Repair Amherst
Pinhole leaks in copper are common in Colorado's hard water. A small repair now avoids a flood later.
Pipe Leak Repair in Amherst, CO →Water Line Repair Amherst
Your main water line is the only pipe feeding the whole house. When it fails, everything fails.
Water Line Repair in Amherst, CO →Slab Leak Detection Amherst
Slab leaks hide under concrete and quietly wash out the soil beneath your home. Early detection protects your foundation.
Slab Leak Detection in Amherst, CO →Repiping & Whole House Repipe Amherst
A whole-house repipe ends the leak-repair-leak cycle and often raises home value and insurability.
Repiping & Whole House Repipe in Amherst, CO →Toilet Repair Amherst
A running toilet can waste 200 gallons a day. It is usually a quick, inexpensive repair.
Toilet Repair in Amherst, CO →Toilet Replacement Amherst
New toilets use a third of the water of older models and flush better. Installation takes about an hour.
Toilet Replacement in Amherst, CO →Faucet Repair & Installation Amherst
A dripping faucet wastes thousands of gallons a year and usually needs a $20 cartridge.
Faucet Repair & Installation in Amherst, CO →Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation Amherst
Disposals last 8–12 years. We tell you honestly whether yours is worth repairing.
Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation in Amherst, CO →Shower Repair Amherst
Shower valve leaks hide inside the wall. Fixing them early prevents tile and drywall damage.
Shower Repair in Amherst, CO →Sump Pump Repair & Installation Amherst
Spring snowmelt and summer storms overwhelm basements across Colorado. A working sump pump is cheap insurance.
Sump Pump Repair & Installation in Amherst, CO →Water Softener Installation Amherst
Most of Colorado has hard water. A softener protects your water heater, fixtures, and appliances.
Water Softener Installation in Amherst, CO →Backflow Testing Amherst
Backflow testing keeps contaminants out of the public water supply and keeps you compliant.
Backflow Testing in Amherst, CO →Gas Line Repair & Installation Amherst
Gas work must be done right the first time. We test every line before it is turned on.
Gas Line Repair & Installation in Amherst, CO →Plumbing Inspection Amherst
A plumbing inspection finds the small problems before they become expensive ones.
Plumbing Inspection in Amherst, CO →Residential Plumber Amherst
From a dripping faucet to a full repipe, we are the residential plumber homeowners call again and again.
Residential Plumber in Amherst, CO →Commercial Plumbing Amherst
Downtime costs money. Our commercial plumbing team keeps restaurants, offices, and properties running.
Commercial Plumbing in Amherst, CO →Why Amherst Calls Rick Staley's Plumbing
Honest pricing is the foundation of everything we do in Amherst. You get a written quote before we touch anything, we explain repair vs. replace options in plain language, and we never upsell what you do not need. That is how we earned our reputation as Amherst's most reliable plumber.
Serving All of Amherst and Surrounding Areas
Our plumbers cover every street, subdivision and rural route in and around Amherst, Colorado — from downtown to the outskirts, plus nearby Paoli, Sedgwick, Julesburg, Peetz, Crook, Holyoke. If you are searching for a plumber near me anywhere near Amherst, we can be there.
Nearby communities we also serve: Paoli, Sedgwick, Julesburg, Peetz, Crook, Holyoke. See every Colorado city we serve →
Common Plumbing Problems in Amherst Homes
| What you notice | What it usually is | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Toilet keeps running | Worn flapper or fill valve | Toilet repair Amherst |
| Low water pressure in house | Failed PRV or corroded pipe | Repiping Amherst |
| Sink drains slowly | Grease, hair or scale in the line | Drain cleaning Amherst |
| Water dripping from ceiling | Bathroom leak above or pipe leak | Water leak repair Amherst |
| Sewage smell in house | Dry trap, bad wax ring or sewer break | Sewer camera inspection Amherst |
| Water heater making noise | Sediment buildup | Water heater repair Amherst |
| Brown water from faucet | Rusting tank or galvanized pipe | Water heater replacement Amherst |
| Hot water runs out fast | Dip tube, element or tank too small | Tankless water heater Amherst |
Amherst Plumber Reviews
Here is what customers in Amherst and nearby communities say about our plumbers:
“Our water heater died on a Saturday. They came out the same day, had a new one installed by evening, and even hauled the old one away. Hot showers that night.”
— Jennifer M., Amherst, CO“Third plumber we tried for a mystery leak and the first one that actually found it. Used some kind of listening device and nailed the spot under the slab.”
— Ryan Z., Amherst, CO“Fair price for drain cleaning and they did not try to upsell. Sink drains better than it has in years. Will absolutely use again.”
— Lisa P., Amherst, COFrequently Asked Questions — Plumber in Amherst, CO
Do you have an emergency plumber in Amherst, CO?
Yes. Rick Staley's Plumbing provides 24/7 emergency plumber service in Amherst and surrounding communities like Paoli and Sedgwick. A live person answers every call and we dispatch immediately for burst pipes, sewer backups, gas leaks, no hot water and flooding.
How much does a plumber cost in Amherst?
We give free, upfront, written estimates for every Amherst job before work begins. There are no hourly surprises and no overtime charges for nights, weekends or holidays, making us one of the most affordable plumbers in Amherst.
Can you come the same day in Amherst?
In most cases, yes. We keep plumbers positioned across the region so same-day service in Amherst, CO is the norm, not the exception.
Do you repair and replace water heaters in Amherst?
Yes — tank, tankless, gas and electric. Most Amherst water heater repairs are completed the same visit, and replacements are usually same-day or next-day.
Do you do commercial plumbing in Amherst?
Yes. We serve restaurants, offices, retail stores, HOAs and multi-family properties in Amherst with scheduled maintenance and emergency response.