Best Plumber in Dolores, CO — 24/7 Emergency Plumbing & Water Heater Repair
Rick Staley's Plumbing is the top rated plumbing company in Dolores, Colorado. We provide emergency plumber service, water heater repair, drain and sewer cleaning, leak detection, repiping, fixture repair and commercial plumbing to every neighborhood in Dolores and nearby Mesa Verde National Park and Pleasant View. One call, any plumbing problem, 24/7.
Plumbing Services in Dolores, Colorado
Every service below has its own Dolores page with details, common problems and what to expect. Click to learn more, or just call — our Dolores plumbers handle all of it.
Emergency Plumber Dolores
Every minute water runs, drywall, flooring, and framing soak it up. A fast emergency plumber turns a disaster into a repair.
Emergency Plumber in Dolores, CO →24 Hour Plumber Dolores
Plumbing does not keep business hours. Neither do we — call any hour and a real person answers.
24 Hour Plumber in Dolores, CO →Burst Pipe Repair Dolores
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 Dolores, CO →Water Leak Repair Dolores
Small leaks become mold problems and structural damage. Catching them early saves thousands.
Water Leak Repair in Dolores, CO →Frozen Pipe Repair Dolores
Colorado winters freeze pipes in garages, crawlspaces, and exterior walls every year. Thawing it wrong can split the pipe.
Frozen Pipe Repair in Dolores, CO →Gas Leak Plumber Dolores
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 Dolores, CO →Toilet Overflowing Repair Dolores
An overflowing toilet is often the first sign of a main sewer line problem. Fast action keeps it from spreading.
Toilet Overflowing Repair in Dolores, CO →Sewer Backup Cleanup Dolores
A sewer backup is a health hazard. Raw sewage must be removed and the cause corrected, not just snaked.
Sewer Backup Cleanup in Dolores, CO →Drain Cleaning Dolores
Chemical drain cleaners eat pipes and rarely fix the real clog. Professional drain cleaning actually clears the line.
Drain Cleaning in Dolores, CO →Clogged Drain Plumber Dolores
A clogged drain is annoying. A clogged main line is an emergency. We tell you which one you have.
Clogged Drain Plumber in Dolores, CO →Hydro Jetting Dolores
Snaking punches a hole through a clog. Hydro jetting scours the entire pipe wall so the clog does not come back.
Hydro Jetting in Dolores, CO →Sewer Line Repair Dolores
Sewer line damage gets worse, not better. A spot repair now beats a full replacement later.
Sewer Line Repair in Dolores, CO →Sewer Line Replacement Dolores
Many Colorado homes still have original clay or Orangeburg sewer lines. Replacement ends the cycle of backups.
Sewer Line Replacement in Dolores, CO →Trenchless Sewer Repair Dolores
Trenchless sewer repair replaces the line with one or two small holes instead of a trench across your yard.
Trenchless Sewer Repair in Dolores, CO →Sewer Camera Inspection Dolores
A sewer scope costs a fraction of a surprise sewer replacement. Know before you buy, and before you dig.
Sewer Camera Inspection in Dolores, CO →Water Heater Repair Dolores
Most water heater problems are a single failed component. Repair is often same-day and far cheaper than replacement.
Water Heater Repair in Dolores, CO →Water Heater Replacement Dolores
A leaking tank cannot be repaired. Replacing it before it fails prevents a flooded utility room.
Water Heater Replacement in Dolores, CO →Water Heater Installation Dolores
Proper installation is the difference between a 6-year and a 15-year water heater life.
Water Heater Installation in Dolores, CO →Tankless Water Heater Installation Dolores
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 Dolores, CO →No Hot Water Plumber Dolores
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 Dolores, CO →Leak Detection Dolores
Finding the leak precisely means one small repair instead of exploratory demolition.
Leak Detection in Dolores, CO →Pipe Leak Repair Dolores
Pinhole leaks in copper are common in Colorado's hard water. A small repair now avoids a flood later.
Pipe Leak Repair in Dolores, CO →Water Line Repair Dolores
Your main water line is the only pipe feeding the whole house. When it fails, everything fails.
Water Line Repair in Dolores, CO →Slab Leak Detection Dolores
Slab leaks hide under concrete and quietly wash out the soil beneath your home. Early detection protects your foundation.
Slab Leak Detection in Dolores, CO →Repiping & Whole House Repipe Dolores
A whole-house repipe ends the leak-repair-leak cycle and often raises home value and insurability.
Repiping & Whole House Repipe in Dolores, CO →Toilet Repair Dolores
A running toilet can waste 200 gallons a day. It is usually a quick, inexpensive repair.
Toilet Repair in Dolores, CO →Toilet Replacement Dolores
New toilets use a third of the water of older models and flush better. Installation takes about an hour.
Toilet Replacement in Dolores, CO →Faucet Repair & Installation Dolores
A dripping faucet wastes thousands of gallons a year and usually needs a $20 cartridge.
Faucet Repair & Installation in Dolores, CO →Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation Dolores
Disposals last 8–12 years. We tell you honestly whether yours is worth repairing.
Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation in Dolores, CO →Shower Repair Dolores
Shower valve leaks hide inside the wall. Fixing them early prevents tile and drywall damage.
Shower Repair in Dolores, CO →Sump Pump Repair & Installation Dolores
Spring snowmelt and summer storms overwhelm basements across Colorado. A working sump pump is cheap insurance.
Sump Pump Repair & Installation in Dolores, CO →Water Softener Installation Dolores
Most of Colorado has hard water. A softener protects your water heater, fixtures, and appliances.
Water Softener Installation in Dolores, CO →Backflow Testing Dolores
Backflow testing keeps contaminants out of the public water supply and keeps you compliant.
Backflow Testing in Dolores, CO →Gas Line Repair & Installation Dolores
Gas work must be done right the first time. We test every line before it is turned on.
Gas Line Repair & Installation in Dolores, CO →Plumbing Inspection Dolores
A plumbing inspection finds the small problems before they become expensive ones.
Plumbing Inspection in Dolores, CO →Residential Plumber Dolores
From a dripping faucet to a full repipe, we are the residential plumber homeowners call again and again.
Residential Plumber in Dolores, CO →Commercial Plumbing Dolores
Downtime costs money. Our commercial plumbing team keeps restaurants, offices, and properties running.
Commercial Plumbing in Dolores, CO →Why Dolores Calls Rick Staley's Plumbing
Honest pricing is the foundation of everything we do in Dolores. 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 Dolores's most reliable plumber.
Serving All of Dolores and Surrounding Areas
Our plumbers cover every street, subdivision and rural route in and around Dolores, Colorado — from downtown to the outskirts, plus nearby Mesa Verde National Park, Pleasant View, Hesperus, Towaoc, Durango, Yellow Jacket. If you are searching for a plumber near me anywhere near Dolores, we can be there.
Nearby communities we also serve: Mesa Verde National Park, Pleasant View, Hesperus, Towaoc, Durango, Yellow Jacket. See every Colorado city we serve →
Common Plumbing Problems in Dolores Homes
| What you notice | What it usually is | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Toilet keeps running | Worn flapper or fill valve | Toilet repair Dolores |
| Low water pressure in house | Failed PRV or corroded pipe | Repiping Dolores |
| Sink drains slowly | Grease, hair or scale in the line | Drain cleaning Dolores |
| Water dripping from ceiling | Bathroom leak above or pipe leak | Water leak repair Dolores |
| Sewage smell in house | Dry trap, bad wax ring or sewer break | Sewer camera inspection Dolores |
| Water heater making noise | Sediment buildup | Water heater repair Dolores |
| Brown water from faucet | Rusting tank or galvanized pipe | Water heater replacement Dolores |
| Hot water runs out fast | Dip tube, element or tank too small | Tankless water heater Dolores |
Dolores Plumber Reviews
Here is what customers in Dolores and nearby communities say about our plumbers:
“Sewer backed up into the basement — nightmare. They cleared the line, ran a camera, showed me the roots on screen, and gave me real options. No pressure, just facts.”
— Heather N., Dolores, CO“The dispatcher was calm and helpful when I was panicking about a burst pipe. The tech walked me through shutting off the main over the phone before he even arrived.”
— Patricia Y., Dolores, CO“Called at 6 AM with water pouring through the kitchen ceiling. The plumber was here in under an hour, found the leak fast, and had it fixed before lunch. Upfront price, no surprises.”
— Jennifer M., Dolores, COFrequently Asked Questions — Plumber in Dolores, CO
Do you have an emergency plumber in Dolores, CO?
Yes. Rick Staley's Plumbing provides 24/7 emergency plumber service in Dolores and surrounding communities like Mesa Verde National Park and Pleasant View. 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 Dolores?
We give free, upfront, written estimates for every Dolores 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 Dolores.
Can you come the same day in Dolores?
In most cases, yes. We keep plumbers positioned across the region so same-day service in Dolores, CO is the norm, not the exception.
Do you repair and replace water heaters in Dolores?
Yes — tank, tankless, gas and electric. Most Dolores water heater repairs are completed the same visit, and replacements are usually same-day or next-day.
Do you do commercial plumbing in Dolores?
Yes. We serve restaurants, offices, retail stores, HOAs and multi-family properties in Dolores with scheduled maintenance and emergency response.