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