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