Birmingham Quality Plumbing | Drain Cleaning, Water Heater & Emergency Plumber in Birmingham, AL
Birmingham Quality Plumbing provides residential and commercial plumbing services throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including drain cleaning, hydro jetting, pipe repair and repiping, water heater repair and installation, tankless conversions, slab leak detection, sewer line repair and replacement, gas line installation, toilet and faucet work, sump pumps, garbage disposals, and 24/7 emergency plumbing.
We are lifelong Birmingham residents, proud to serve homes and businesses throughout Birmingham and the Birmingham Metro, including East Lake, Roebuck, Norwood, Southside, Lake Purdy/119, Avondale, Woodlawn, Hoover, Homewood, Vestavia, Mountain Brook, and more.
Every call starts with inspection and clear estimate done by lifelong Birmingham plumbers with decades of experience.
We use drain cameras, acoustic leak detection, thermal imaging, combustible gas detectors and line pressure testing to find the actual cause, then quote the work in writing before we begin.
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Why Are We The Best Plumbing Company in Birmingham, AL?
24/7 Emergency Response
Burst supply lines and sewer backups do not wait for business hours. We answer the phone at 2 a.m. on a Sunday the same as 10 a.m. on a Tuesday, and every truck carries the fittings, valves and drain equipment needed to finish most calls on the first visit.
Upfront, Transparent Pricing
You approve the cost before we start, parts and labor included. If we find a second problem once a wall is open, we stop and talk it through with you rather than adding charges after the fact. After-hours rates are quoted on the phone, not on the invoice.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
Every job is performed by a plumber licensed through the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, working under company liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. We provide the license number and certificates of insurance on request.
Master Plumber Led
Our work is led by a master plumber with decades of hands-on experience in residential and commercial systems. Accurate diagnosis the first time is what keeps an invoice down, and it is the difference between replacing a thermocouple and replacing a water heater.
Camera & Leak Detection Technology
Drain cameras, acoustic listening equipment, thermal imaging and pressure testing let us locate a blockage or a slab leak before anything gets opened up. Less demolition means less patching, and less patching means a smaller bill.
Respectful, Clean Service
Shoe covers, drop cloths and a clean work area are standard rather than an upgrade. We walk you through what was done before we leave, and we answer questions after the job as readily as during it.
Residential Plumbing Services
General Residential Plumbing Repair
Most calls start small. A toilet that runs all night, a faucet that drips, a garbage disposal that hums but will not turn. Left alone, those turn into a water bill spike or a cabinet floor full of rot.
We repair and replace fixtures and components throughout the home, and we arrive with common parts stocked on the truck so a single-visit repair is the norm rather than the exception.
Common repairs we perform:
- Toilets, including flappers, fill valves, wax rings and complete replacements
- Faucets and shower valves, from cartridge swaps to Delta and Moen rebuilds
- Garbage disposals, including jam clearing, seal repair and new units
- Sump pumps, pressure regulators and shut-off valves
- Washing machine hookups and outdoor hose bibs
- Angle stops, supply lines and corroded multi-turn valves
We will give you a clear estimate under the guidance of a licensed plumber, so you have clarity throughout the job.
Drain Cleaning
Slow drains rarely fix themselves. Hair and soap scum build up in bathroom lines, grease coats kitchen pipes, and tree roots find their way into the older clay and cast iron sewer laterals common in Forest Park and Norwood.
We clear blockages with cable machines for standard clogs and hydro jetting for heavy grease, scale and root intrusion. Jetting uses pressurized water to scour the full diameter of the pipe rather than punching a hole through the obstruction and leaving the rest behind.
One slow fixture is usually a trap or a branch line and clears with a cable. Several fixtures backing up at once points at the main, and that is a different job.
For recurring stoppages or major stoppage, we will run a camera through the drain to confirm the stoppage, and then give you a clear picture of the issue and a plan to fix.
Pipe Repair
A pinhole leak in a copper line can run for weeks behind drywall. By the time a stain appears on the ceiling, the damage is already spreading.
We repair leaks in copper, PEX, CPVC, galvanized steel and cast iron. Depending on the material and the location, that may mean a soldered coupling, a PEX splice, a section replacement or a repair clamp on a larger line.
Signs worth acting on: an unexplained spike in the water bill usually means a slab or underground leak; a warm spot on the floor means a hot water line leaking under the slab; a musty smell in a cabinet or wall means a long-running supply or drain leak; and low pressure at one fixture alone usually means a corroded or partially blocked line.
We locate leaks with acoustic equipment and pressure testing before opening walls, which keeps demolition and patch-up costs down.
Pipe Replacement & Frozen Pipe Repair
When a pipe is too corroded or too damaged to patch, replacement is the more economical path. We replace failing sections of galvanized, polybutylene and corroded copper with PEX or new copper, matching the material to the application and to your long-term plans for the home.
Birmingham winters bring hard freezes most years, and unprotected pipes in crawl spaces, attics and exterior walls are the first to split. Water expands as it freezes, and the crack usually does not reveal itself until the line thaws and starts pouring.
When inspecting frozen pipes, often there can be more than one pipe affected. We shut off the water to the property and do a thorough check of all exposed piping to monitor potential ruptures.
Where it makes sense we insulate vulnerable runs and reroute pipe out of unconditioned space, so the same section does not fail again the following January.
Repiping Services
Homes built before the 1970s around Birmingham often still have galvanized steel supply lines. Those pipes rust from the inside out, which is why you get rusty water in the morning and weak pressure when two fixtures run at once.
Polybutylene, installed widely from the late 1970s through the mid-1990s, is the other material we replace regularly, because it tends to fail at the fittings without warning.
A whole-home repipe replaces every supply line from the meter to the fixtures. We typically use PEX, which resists corrosion and scale, handles freeze expansion better than rigid pipe, and needs fewer wall openings to install. We work section by section to limit the time your water is shut off, cut access at strategic points, and coordinate drywall repair. Most single-family repipes take two to four days depending on square footage and the number of bathrooms.
Gas Line Installation
Adding a gas range, tankless water heater, pool heater, outdoor grill or fire pit means running a new line sized for that appliance's BTU demand and for the total load on your meter.
We handle the full installation: load calculations, permit filing, running black iron or CSST, sediment traps, shut-off valves, and pressure testing before anything is connected.
Undersized lines are one of the most common problems we correct. When a line is too small for the run length, appliances starve for gas and burn inefficiently. You notice it as a weak flame or a water heater that cannot keep up.
Before any gas is turned on to the system, we inspect and pressure test to ensure safety.
Gas Line Repair
The smell of rotten egg is added mercaptan, and it means you should leave the house and call the gas company first. Once Spire has secured the meter, we find and repair the source.
Common failure points include corroded exterior lines, loose fittings at appliance connections, damaged flex connectors, and lines nicked during landscaping or fence installation.
We use electronic gas detectors and pressure drop testing to pinpoint the leak rather than guess. Repairs range from replacing a single fitting to running a new section of pipe.
Once the repair is complete we re-test the entire system at the required pressure and coordinate reinspection so your service can be restored safely.
Plumbing Inspections
A plumbing inspection gives you a documented picture of the system's condition. It is worth doing before you buy a house, after an offer is accepted, or when you are budgeting repairs on a home you already own.
Older properties along 1st Avenue North, Crestwood Boulevard and the streets off Highland Avenue often carry a mix of original and patched-in materials, and an inspection is the fastest way to find out what is actually behind the walls.
What a standard inspection covers:
- Water pressure reading and pressure regulator function
- Supply pipe material, age and visible corrosion
- Water heater age, venting, T&P valve and expansion tank
- Drain flow at every fixture and visible waste line condition
- Shut-off valve operation throughout the home
- Gas line condition and appliance connections
- Water meter test for hidden leaks
- Sewer lateral camera inspection on request
You get a written report with photos, prioritized by urgency, separating what needs attention now from what to plan for over the next few years, so you can budget instead of react.
Remodel & New Construction Plumbing
Bathroom and kitchen remodels usually involve moving drain and supply lines, not just swapping fixtures. Relocating a toilet or adding a second sink requires correct slope on the waste line and properly placed venting to meet code.
We handle rough-in and trim-out for remodels, additions and new builds: setting tubs and shower pans, running supply and DWV lines, installing shower valves and body sprays, and connecting finished fixtures.
That work includes DWV layout with correct fall, supply routing sized to the fixture count, and gas runs for ranges and tankless units where the remodel adds them.
We coordinate directly with your general contractor, tile setter and cabinet installer so our work lands in the right sequence and nothing gets torn out twice.
All work is permitted and scheduled for inspection with the City of Birmingham or the appropriate Jefferson or Shelby County authority.
Water Heater Repair
When hot water runs out early, comes out rusty, or stops entirely, the fix is often a single component rather than a new unit.
Gas units typically fail at the thermocouple, the pilot assembly or the gas control valve. Electric units fail at a heating element, a thermostat, or a tripped high-limit switch.
Repairs we handle regularly:
- Thermocouples, pilot assemblies and gas control valves
- Upper and lower heating elements and thermostats
- Leaking T&P valves, drain valves and flex connectors
- Expansion tanks and corroded anode rods
- Tankless descaling, flow sensors and ignition faults
Sediment is the other frequent culprit. It settles on the tank bottom, insulates the burner from the water, and shows up as popping or rumbling along with hot water that runs out fast. Flushing the tank and replacing the anode rod buys years, and it matters more in harder water.
Oftentimes, a water heater tank itself is beyond repair and the only option is to replace the unit. We will advise when that is the issue and assist with obtaining and installing a new unit.
Water Heater Installation & Replacement
Most tank water heaters last 8 to 12 years. If yours is past that mark and needs a costly repair, replacement is usually the better investment.
We install conventional gas and electric tanks from 30 to 80 gallons, tankless units for continuous hot water and lower standby loss, and hybrid heat pump heaters where there is adequate space and ambient temperature.
We advise on what type of water heater would be appropriate for your household and family. A standard size water heater may not be the most effective for your family.
Every installation includes proper venting, a code-compliant expansion tank where required, new shut-off and flexible connectors, a drain pan, and permitting. We haul away the old unit and register the manufacturer's warranty for you.
Water & Pipe Leak Repair
Leaks waste water and cause damage long before they become visible. A toilet flapper leaking silently can run through thousands of gallons a month, and a slab leak can undermine flooring before anything looks wrong.
We locate leaks with acoustic listening equipment, thermal imaging and line pressure testing, which means we open the smallest access point that lets us do the work correctly.
Leaks we repair regularly:
- Slab leaks, repaired in place or rerouted above the slab
- Supply line leaks in walls, ceilings and crawl spaces
- Fixture and valve leaks at toilets, sinks and tubs
- Main service line breaks between the meter and the house
- Hose bib and irrigation connection leaks
If you suspect a leak, shut the fixture supply valves, check your meter, and see whether the dial still moves. Movement with everything off confirms water is escaping somewhere in the system.
Emergency Plumbing Services
A burst supply line can release several gallons of water per minute, and a sewer backup can make a home unusable within an hour. We answer calls around the clock across Birmingham, Homewood, Vestavia Hills, Hoover and Irondale, arriving with the parts and equipment needed to stop the damage and complete the repair on the same visit.
24/7 Emergency Plumbing
Our phones are staffed at 2 a.m. on a Sunday the same as 10 a.m. on a Tuesday. When you call, you speak with a dispatcher who collects the details of your situation and routes a licensed plumber to your address. Before we arrive we will walk you through closing your main shutoff, which in most Birmingham homes sits near the front hose bib or inside a meter box at the curb.
Every truck carries common repair stock: copper and PEX fittings, wax rings, supply lines, shutoff valves, water heater elements and drain cleaning equipment. That means most calls are resolved on the first visit rather than scheduled for a return trip, and we provide pricing before work begins, after-hours calls included.
Burst Pipe & Water Leak Repair
Pipes fail in Birmingham for a few predictable reasons: hard freezes in January and February, corrosion in the galvanized steel lines common in homes built before 1960, and pinhole leaks in aging copper.
Our first step is isolating the supply, then locating the break with thermal imaging and acoustic listening equipment rather than opening walls at random. A split copper line gets cut out and rejoined; pinholes throughout a branch mean repiping that branch; failing galvanized means a whole-home repipe; and a slab leak is either spot repaired or rerouted overhead. We document the damage with photos and readings, which is what most insurers ask for when a claim is filed.
Same-Day & After-Hours Service
Not every urgent problem is a flood. A single working bathroom, a dripping water heater or a toilet that will not stop running still needs attention quickly, and we hold same-day slots open each weekday for exactly those calls. If you reach us before early afternoon, there is a strong chance we can be at your home the same day.
After-hours and weekend work carries a clearly stated service rate, which we quote on the phone before dispatching. Nothing is added after the fact. For holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day, when kitchen drains and disposals fail most often, we keep plumbers on call.
Emergency Drain Cleaning
Sewage backing up into a tub or floor drain is a health issue, not an inconvenience, and it usually signals a blockage in the main line rather than a single fixture. We clear obstructions with drum machines and cable augers for most stoppages, and hydro jetting at up to 4,000 PSI when grease, scale or heavy root intrusion is involved.
Tree roots are a frequent cause here, particularly in the clay tile sewer laterals found in older neighborhoods like Forest Park, Avondale and Crestwood. After clearing the line we run a camera to confirm the cause and show you the condition of the pipe. If we find cracked tile, offset joints or a bellied section, we explain the repair options and costs rather than leaving you to guess.
Emergency Gas Leak Repair
If you smell sulfur or rotten eggs, leave the building and call Spire at 1-800-292-4008 from outside. Do not operate light switches, appliances or garage doors.
Once the utility has shut off service and confirmed the area is safe, we handle the repair. Our plumbers are licensed by the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board for gas work. We pressure test the system to locate the failure point, then repair or replace the affected piping, whether that is a corroded black iron line, a loose flare fitting at a range connector, or a failed appliance shutoff valve. We retest the system afterward and coordinate the inspection and reinstatement of service.
Emergency Water Heater Repair
Water heaters announce failure in several ways: no hot water, rusty water, popping noises from sediment, or a puddle spreading across the utility room floor. For tank units we diagnose thermocouples, gas control valves, heating elements, thermostats and T&P relief valves, and most of those are same-visit repairs.
A leaking tank is different. Once the steel tank itself corrodes through there is no repair, and we stock 40-, 50- and 75-gallon gas and electric units. For tankless systems we address ignition faults, flow sensor problems and scale buildup, which happens faster in Birmingham's moderately hard water. Annual descaling extends unit life considerably.
Commercial Plumbing Services
Commercial Plumbing Repair
Businesses across Birmingham depend on plumbing that runs constantly under heavy use, from restaurant kitchens on Southside to multi-tenant office buildings downtown. Commercial fixtures also fail differently than residential ones.
Flushometer valves wear out, backflow preventers fail inspection, and copper supply lines develop pinhole leaks behind walls in older buildings. We schedule work around your operating hours wherever possible and isolate the affected zone rather than shutting down the whole building.
We provide written documentation of completed work, which matters when you need records for a landlord, an insurance carrier or a health inspector.
Common calls we handle include:
- Flushometers, sensor faucets and ADA-compliant fixtures
- Backflow prevention assembly testing and repair
- Pressure-reducing valves and thermostatic mixing valves
- Copper, PEX, CPVC and galvanized supply line repair
- Floor drains, mop sinks and utility connections
Restaurant Plumbing
Restaurant plumbing runs into problems other businesses never see. Grease builds up in kitchen drain lines, dishwashers need consistent hot water at the right temperature, and the Jefferson County Department of Health expects grease interceptors to be properly sized and maintained.
Our restaurant work covers grease trap installation, repair and replacement, kitchen drain line jetting and camera inspection, three-compartment sinks with their indirect waste and air gaps, dishwasher supply lines and booster heaters, and prep sink and ice machine connections.
We work early mornings and after closing to avoid disrupting service. If a line backs up mid-shift, we prioritize getting the kitchen operational first and address the underlying cause afterward.
Grease buildup is the leading cause of restaurant drain backups, so we recommend scheduled jetting on a monthly or quarterly cycle rather than waiting for the next stoppage.
Property Management Plumbing
Managing apartments, condos, office buildings or retail centers means fielding plumbing calls across many units. We work with property managers and building owners on both scheduled maintenance and same-day repair requests.
That includes a single point of contact for multiple properties, tenant coordination so we can access units directly with your approval, itemized invoicing by unit or building for accounting, and preventive inspections on water heaters, shutoff valves and main lines.
Common calls include unit-level leaks, running toilets, water heater replacements, sewer backups affecting multiple tenants, and shutoff valve repairs that let you isolate one unit instead of shutting down the building. We also flag repeat problems: if the same stack backs up three times a year, we will tell you what it would take to fix it permanently.
Commercial Water Heater Services
Hot water outages affect restrooms, kitchens and laundry operations immediately. We service commercial storage tanks, tankless units and multi-unit systems.
Sizing matters more than most owners expect. A restaurant with a high-temperature dish machine has very different demand than an office building with restroom sinks only, and an undersized unit short-cycles and fails early.
We calculate peak demand before recommending a replacement, and we handle permitting with the City of Birmingham where required.
What we service:
- Gas and electric commercial storage water heaters
- Tankless and rack-mounted banked systems
- Recirculation pumps and return lines
- Thermostatic mixing valves, T&P valves and venting
- Booster heaters for dish machines
Annual flushing and anode rod inspection extend tank life considerably, and we can put that on a scheduled cycle so it does not get forgotten.
Commercial Drain & Sewer Services
Blocked drains in a commercial building can shut down operations or create a health code problem. We diagnose the blockage before clearing it, so you know whether it is grease, roots, scale or a structural issue.
Hydro jetting at up to 4,000 PSI scours grease, scale and sludge from 2-inch through 8-inch lines. Video camera inspection with recorded footage and locating tells us exactly where the problem sits and how deep.
Cabling handles accessible clogs in smaller branch lines, and trenchless options are available for sewer repair and replacement where site conditions allow.
Older Birmingham commercial buildings often have clay or cast iron laterals. Camera inspection tells us whether the line needs cleaning, spot repair or full replacement, so you are not paying for work that does not solve the problem. We also set up scheduled preventive jetting for buildings with a history of backups.
Commercial Gas Line Services
Gas work requires licensed plumbers, permits, pressure testing and inspection. We install, repair and test natural gas and propane lines for kitchen equipment, water heaters, rooftop units and heating appliances.
Our gas services cover new line runs and equipment connections, leak detection and repair, pressure testing and inspection support, line sizing for added or upgraded equipment, and shutoff valve installation and replacement.
Adding a new fryer, wok range or rooftop unit often requires a larger supply line than what is currently in place. We calculate BTU load across all connected appliances and size the piping accordingly.
If you smell gas, leave the building and call Spire first. Once the utility has cleared the site, contact us for the repair.
Specialty Plumbing Services
Beyond routine repairs, we handle the work that requires specialized equipment and licensing: water heater replacement, sewer line diagnostics and rehabilitation, high-pressure drain cleaning, and electronic leak location under slabs and yards. Our plumbers are licensed, bonded and insured in Alabama, and we bring the right tool to each job rather than guessing.
Tankless, Gas & Electric Water Heaters
Installation, repair and replacement of all three water heater types. We size standard tanks to household demand, typically 40 or 50 gallons for most Birmingham homes, and handle the venting and combustion air a gas model needs or the breaker and wire gauge an electric model needs. Tankless units deliver continuous hot water and free up floor space, but they require adequate gas line sizing and annual descaling in our hard water.
Sewer Line Repair & Replacement
Repair and replacement of clay, cast iron, Orangeburg and PVC sewer laterals. Warning signs include repeated backups in the lowest drain, gurgling toilets, sewage odors in the yard, and unusually green patches of grass along the line. We diagnose before we dig, then explain the options and costs, from spot replacement of a single collapsed section to full lateral replacement from the house to the city main, with permits, inspection and site restoration included.
Sewer Camera Inspection & Trenchless Repair
Self-leveling video camera inspection through a cleanout, with a locator that tells us exactly where and how deep a problem sits before anyone breaks ground. Cameras find root intrusion, offset joints, bellies, grease buildup and cracks without excavation. Where conditions allow we discuss trenchless options: CIPP pipe lining for cracked or root-damaged pipe with sound alignment, and pipe bursting for collapsed or undersized lines. Not every line qualifies, and we say so plainly when an open trench is the better choice.
Hydro Jetting & Main Line Cleaning
Pressurized water jetting at 1,500 to 4,000 PSI with directional nozzles that scour the pipe wall rather than punching a path through a clog. This is the preferred approach for restaurant kitchen lines, recurring main line backups, and any pipe that clogs again within weeks of a standard snaking. We camera the line first to confirm it can handle jetting, since fragile cast iron or already-fractured clay needs a different approach, and we camera it again afterward so you can see the result.
Leak Detection & Slab Leaks
Acoustic listening equipment, thermal imaging and pressure testing to pinpoint a leak before any concrete is cut. Telltale signs of a slab leak include warm spots on the floor, the sound of running water with every fixture off, unexplained moisture at baseboards, and a meter that keeps moving when nothing is in use. Repair options are a spot repair through the slab, rerouting the failed line overhead, or a full under-slab repipe when there have been multiple failures, and we walk through the cost and disruption of each.
Underground & Gas Leak Detection
Pressure testing and combustible gas detection on buried gas lines, plus listening devices and line tracing for buried water lines, which keeps excavation limited and lowers restoration costs. Gas leaks are a safety matter: if you smell sulfur, hear hissing near an appliance, or see dead vegetation in a straight line across the yard, leave the property and call the utility first. We also run new gas lines for grills, generators, fire pits, ranges and pool heaters, with permitting and inspection included.
Toilet & Faucet Installation & Repair
Installation of standard, comfort-height, dual-flush and one-piece toilets, plus kitchen, bathroom, utility and outdoor faucets in deck-mount, wall-mount and widespread configurations. A cracked or sunken flange is the most common cause of a toilet that rocks or leaks at the base, and we repair it rather than shimming over the problem. On the repair side we handle running toilets, weak flushes, failed seals, dripping spouts, worn cartridges and mineral-clogged aerators, and we replace corroded supply lines and angle stops at the same time.
Sump Pump, Shower Valve & Disposal Services
Installation, replacement and repair of submersible and pedestal sump pumps, including float switch and check valve testing, discharge routing away from the foundation, and battery backup systems for storm outages. On shower valves we replace worn cartridges, install pressure-balancing and thermostatic anti-scald valves, and repair diverters and tub spouts. Garbage disposals fail from jams, worn bearings or a leaking housing, and we clear, repair or replace them sized to the sink, usually one-half to three-quarter horsepower for a residential kitchen.
What Does Our Birmingham Plumbing Process Involve?
Intake & Scheduling
When you call or submit a request, we ask what the plumbing is doing, how long it has been happening, and whether water needs to be shut off before we arrive. Standard service books in two-hour arrival windows, Monday through Friday, with Saturday slots for repairs that cannot wait.
On-Site Diagnosis
A licensed plumber examines the fixture, line or appliance and checks connected systems for related problems. A slow drain in one bathroom and slow drains in three point at different causes, so we trace the problem to its source rather than treating the symptom.
Written Estimate
We explain what we found, outline the repair options, and give you a price before any work starts. No work proceeds without your approval, and if we uncover a second problem once we are underway, we stop and discuss it rather than adding charges.
Repair or Installation
We complete the work to Alabama plumbing code, using shoe covers and floor protection inside your home. For gas lines, water heaters and sewer replacement we pull the required permits and schedule inspection with the city or the county.
Testing & Walkthrough
We run the system, check for leaks, and show you what was done before we leave. Questions during or after a repair get answered, because we would rather answer now than have you guess.
Emergency Prioritization
Emergency calls follow a compressed version of this process. We stabilize first, stopping active water or securing a gas situation, then diagnose and quote. Dispatch is based on proximity, so the closest available plumber responds.
Cost & Budget
Service | Approximate Service Price | Variables |
|---|---|---|
Drain Cleaning (single fixture) | $150 - $350 | Cable vs. hydro jetting, fixture vs. main line, camera inspection |
Toilet Repair | $125 - $300 | Fill valve, flapper, or flange work, and part availability |
Toilet Replacement | $350 - $700 | Toilet type, rough-in dimension, flange condition |
Faucet Installation | $175 - $425 | Faucet style, condition of the supply stops, sink access |
Garbage Disposal Replacement | $250 - $500 | Unit horsepower, wiring condition, drain reconfiguration |
Water Heater Replacement (40-50 gal tank) | $1,400 - $2,600 | Gas vs. electric, venting, expansion tank, code upgrades |
Tankless Water Heater Installation | $3,200 - $5,500 | Gas line sizing, venting changes, electrical requirements |
Slab Leak Repair | $1,200 - $4,500 | Spot repair vs. reroute, slab depth, flooring restoration |
Whole-Home Repipe | $4,500 - $12,000 | Square footage, number of bathrooms, pipe material, drywall restoration |
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Birmingham Quality Plumbing FAQs
We handle residential and commercial plumbing across Birmingham and the nearby communities, including Hoover, Homewood, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills, Irondale and Bessemer.
Our work covers water heater repair, replacement and tankless installation; leak detection and pipe repair including slab leaks; faucet, toilet, sink and garbage disposal repair or replacement; water line and sewer line repair and replacement; drain cleaning and hydro jetting; repiping for older homes with galvanized or deteriorating pipe; gas line installation and repair; and fixture installation for kitchen and bathroom remodels.
If you are unsure whether a problem falls within our scope, call us and describe the issue. We will tell you directly whether we can help.
Yes. We take emergency calls for burst pipes, sewage backups, water heater failures, and leaks that are actively damaging your property, every day of the year.
Before we arrive, shut off the main water valve if water is flowing and you cannot stop it. That single step limits the damage while we are on the way. For gas odors, leave the building first and call the gas utility, then call us.
Emergency and after-hours rates are explained on the phone before we dispatch, the same as a scheduled call.
For most emergency calls within the Birmingham metro area, we aim to arrive within a couple of hours. Travel time depends on your location, traffic, and how many urgent calls are already in progress.
Scheduled, non-urgent work is usually booked within two to five business days, in two-hour arrival windows. Larger planned jobs such as a repipe or a sewer replacement are typically scheduled one to three weeks out.
When you call we give you a realistic arrival window rather than a vague promise, confirm the morning of service, and contact you if a prior job runs long.
Yes. We assess the problem, explain what the repair requires, and give you a price before any work begins. The price we quote is the price you pay unless we find an additional problem, and in that case we stop and talk with you before continuing.
Ask about financing if the repair is a significant expense. Approval decisions usually come back the same day, before work begins.
For larger projects such as repiping, sewer replacement or water heater installation, we provide a written estimate broken into parts:
- Materials, listed by what the job actually requires
- Labor, quoted flat for most repairs rather than hourly
- Permit fees where the City of Birmingham or the county requires one
- Any restoration work that falls outside the plumbing itself
Every plumber on our team is licensed to work in the state of Alabama, and the company carries liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage.
Alabama requires plumbers to hold a state-issued license through the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board. Gas work requires that credential specifically, and our plumbers hold it.
We are glad to provide our license number and proof of insurance on request, before any work begins.
Yes. We clear slow and blocked drains in kitchens, bathrooms, laundry areas and floor drains, using cable machines for standard clogs and hydro jetting for grease buildup or heavy root intrusion.
For repeated backups, we run a camera inspection through the line to find the cause. Many older Birmingham neighborhoods have clay or cast iron sewer lines that crack or collect roots over time.
Depending on what we find, we can repair a damaged section, reline the pipe, or replace the line. We explain the options and what each one involves before you decide.