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