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