Best Plumber in Empire, CO — 24/7 Emergency Plumbing & Water Heater Repair
If you need a 24 hour plumber in Empire, CO, you are in the right place. Rick Staley's Plumbing dispatches local plumbers across Empire 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 Empire, Colorado
Every service below has its own Empire page with details, common problems and what to expect. Click to learn more, or just call — our Empire plumbers handle all of it.
Emergency Plumber Empire
Every minute water runs, drywall, flooring, and framing soak it up. A fast emergency plumber turns a disaster into a repair.
Emergency Plumber in Empire, CO →24 Hour Plumber Empire
Plumbing does not keep business hours. Neither do we — call any hour and a real person answers.
24 Hour Plumber in Empire, CO →Burst Pipe Repair Empire
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 Empire, CO →Water Leak Repair Empire
Small leaks become mold problems and structural damage. Catching them early saves thousands.
Water Leak Repair in Empire, CO →Frozen Pipe Repair Empire
Colorado winters freeze pipes in garages, crawlspaces, and exterior walls every year. Thawing it wrong can split the pipe.
Frozen Pipe Repair in Empire, CO →Gas Leak Plumber Empire
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 Empire, CO →Toilet Overflowing Repair Empire
An overflowing toilet is often the first sign of a main sewer line problem. Fast action keeps it from spreading.
Toilet Overflowing Repair in Empire, CO →Sewer Backup Cleanup Empire
A sewer backup is a health hazard. Raw sewage must be removed and the cause corrected, not just snaked.
Sewer Backup Cleanup in Empire, CO →Drain Cleaning Empire
Chemical drain cleaners eat pipes and rarely fix the real clog. Professional drain cleaning actually clears the line.
Drain Cleaning in Empire, CO →Clogged Drain Plumber Empire
A clogged drain is annoying. A clogged main line is an emergency. We tell you which one you have.
Clogged Drain Plumber in Empire, CO →Hydro Jetting Empire
Snaking punches a hole through a clog. Hydro jetting scours the entire pipe wall so the clog does not come back.
Hydro Jetting in Empire, CO →Sewer Line Repair Empire
Sewer line damage gets worse, not better. A spot repair now beats a full replacement later.
Sewer Line Repair in Empire, CO →Sewer Line Replacement Empire
Many Colorado homes still have original clay or Orangeburg sewer lines. Replacement ends the cycle of backups.
Sewer Line Replacement in Empire, CO →Trenchless Sewer Repair Empire
Trenchless sewer repair replaces the line with one or two small holes instead of a trench across your yard.
Trenchless Sewer Repair in Empire, CO →Sewer Camera Inspection Empire
A sewer scope costs a fraction of a surprise sewer replacement. Know before you buy, and before you dig.
Sewer Camera Inspection in Empire, CO →Water Heater Repair Empire
Most water heater problems are a single failed component. Repair is often same-day and far cheaper than replacement.
Water Heater Repair in Empire, CO →Water Heater Replacement Empire
A leaking tank cannot be repaired. Replacing it before it fails prevents a flooded utility room.
Water Heater Replacement in Empire, CO →Water Heater Installation Empire
Proper installation is the difference between a 6-year and a 15-year water heater life.
Water Heater Installation in Empire, CO →Tankless Water Heater Installation Empire
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 Empire, CO →No Hot Water Plumber Empire
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 Empire, CO →Leak Detection Empire
Finding the leak precisely means one small repair instead of exploratory demolition.
Leak Detection in Empire, CO →Pipe Leak Repair Empire
Pinhole leaks in copper are common in Colorado's hard water. A small repair now avoids a flood later.
Pipe Leak Repair in Empire, CO →Water Line Repair Empire
Your main water line is the only pipe feeding the whole house. When it fails, everything fails.
Water Line Repair in Empire, CO →Slab Leak Detection Empire
Slab leaks hide under concrete and quietly wash out the soil beneath your home. Early detection protects your foundation.
Slab Leak Detection in Empire, CO →Repiping & Whole House Repipe Empire
A whole-house repipe ends the leak-repair-leak cycle and often raises home value and insurability.
Repiping & Whole House Repipe in Empire, CO →Toilet Repair Empire
A running toilet can waste 200 gallons a day. It is usually a quick, inexpensive repair.
Toilet Repair in Empire, CO →Toilet Replacement Empire
New toilets use a third of the water of older models and flush better. Installation takes about an hour.
Toilet Replacement in Empire, CO →Faucet Repair & Installation Empire
A dripping faucet wastes thousands of gallons a year and usually needs a $20 cartridge.
Faucet Repair & Installation in Empire, CO →Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation Empire
Disposals last 8–12 years. We tell you honestly whether yours is worth repairing.
Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation in Empire, CO →Shower Repair Empire
Shower valve leaks hide inside the wall. Fixing them early prevents tile and drywall damage.
Shower Repair in Empire, CO →Sump Pump Repair & Installation Empire
Spring snowmelt and summer storms overwhelm basements across Colorado. A working sump pump is cheap insurance.
Sump Pump Repair & Installation in Empire, CO →Water Softener Installation Empire
Most of Colorado has hard water. A softener protects your water heater, fixtures, and appliances.
Water Softener Installation in Empire, CO →Backflow Testing Empire
Backflow testing keeps contaminants out of the public water supply and keeps you compliant.
Backflow Testing in Empire, CO →Gas Line Repair & Installation Empire
Gas work must be done right the first time. We test every line before it is turned on.
Gas Line Repair & Installation in Empire, CO →Plumbing Inspection Empire
A plumbing inspection finds the small problems before they become expensive ones.
Plumbing Inspection in Empire, CO →Residential Plumber Empire
From a dripping faucet to a full repipe, we are the residential plumber homeowners call again and again.
Residential Plumber in Empire, CO →Commercial Plumbing Empire
Downtime costs money. Our commercial plumbing team keeps restaurants, offices, and properties running.
Commercial Plumbing in Empire, CO →Why Empire Calls Rick Staley's Plumbing
We are not a call center that subcontracts the job. Our Empire plumbers are the people who show up: fully stocked trucks, the right parts for Colorado homes, and the experience to diagnose the problem quickly. That is why so many Empire customers describe us as the best plumber they have ever used.
Serving All of Empire and Surrounding Areas
Our plumbers cover every street, subdivision and rural route in and around Empire, Colorado — from downtown to the outskirts, plus nearby Keystone, Black Hawk, Fairplay, Como, Breckenridge, Dumont. If you are searching for a plumber near me anywhere near Empire, we can be there.
Nearby communities we also serve: Keystone, Black Hawk, Fairplay, Como, Breckenridge, Dumont. See every Colorado city we serve →
Common Plumbing Problems in Empire Homes
| What you notice | What it usually is | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Toilet keeps running | Worn flapper or fill valve | Toilet repair Empire |
| Low water pressure in house | Failed PRV or corroded pipe | Repiping Empire |
| Sink drains slowly | Grease, hair or scale in the line | Drain cleaning Empire |
| Water dripping from ceiling | Bathroom leak above or pipe leak | Water leak repair Empire |
| Sewage smell in house | Dry trap, bad wax ring or sewer break | Sewer camera inspection Empire |
| Water heater making noise | Sediment buildup | Water heater repair Empire |
| Brown water from faucet | Rusting tank or galvanized pipe | Water heater replacement Empire |
| Hot water runs out fast | Dip tube, element or tank too small | Tankless water heater Empire |
Empire Plumber Reviews
Here is what customers in Empire and nearby communities say about our plumbers:
“Frozen pipe in the garage during the cold snap. They thawed it without damaging anything, fixed the split, and insulated it so it won't happen again.”
— Stephanie C., Empire, CO“I own a small restaurant and they are the only plumbers I trust with our grease line. They jet it on a schedule and we have not had a backup in two years.”
— Jennifer M., Empire, 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.”
— Greg E., Empire, COFrequently Asked Questions — Plumber in Empire, CO
Do you have an emergency plumber in Empire, CO?
Yes. Rick Staley's Plumbing provides 24/7 emergency plumber service in Empire and surrounding communities like Keystone and Black Hawk. 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 Empire?
We give free, upfront, written estimates for every Empire 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 Empire.
Can you come the same day in Empire?
In most cases, yes. We keep plumbers positioned across the region so same-day service in Empire, CO is the norm, not the exception.
Do you repair and replace water heaters in Empire?
Yes — tank, tankless, gas and electric. Most Empire water heater repairs are completed the same visit, and replacements are usually same-day or next-day.
Do you do commercial plumbing in Empire?
Yes. We serve restaurants, offices, retail stores, HOAs and multi-family properties in Empire with scheduled maintenance and emergency response.