Plumbing Services in Meridian, ID
Pick the problem that matches yours to see how it gets diagnosed, what the repair involves, and what affects the price in Meridian. Not sure which one fits? Call (208) 679-8357 and describe what is happening, and we will point you the right way.
Every plumbing service we offer in Meridian
Drain Cleaning & Unclogging
For a single slow sink or a whole house that will not drain. Kitchen grease, bathroom hair, laundry lint, and main line blockages each need a different machine, and the page explains which one fits and why some clogs come back within weeks.
Read about drain cleaning →Sewer Line Repair
For laterals that are cracked, root-filled, sagging, or separated at a joint. Covers who owns which part of the line in Meridian, the repair methods from spot fixes to pipe bursting, and what drives the price of digging versus trenchless work.
Read about sewer line repair →Water Heater Installation & Replacement
For tanks that leak from the body or have reached the end of their life. Compares gas, electric, heat pump, and tankless options, explains sizing by first-hour rating, and walks through permits and installation day.
Read about water heater replacement →Sewer Camera Inspection
For repeat clogs, pre-purchase checks, and anyone who wants proof before paying for sewer work. A camera records the inside of the lateral and a locator marks the exact spot and depth of any damage on the ground above it.
Read about camera inspections →Water Heater Repair
For no hot water, a rumbling tank, a dripping relief valve, or rusty water. Explains how Meridian's hard water wears out elements and tanks, the parts that are worth replacing, and the point where repair stops making sense.
Read about water heater repair →Backflow Testing & Prevention
For sprinkler systems tied to city water, which Meridian requires to be tested every year. Covers PVB and reduced pressure assemblies, the 2018 double check ban, dual connection removal, permits, and the 10 business day deadline after a failed test.
Read about backflow testing →Burst Pipe Repair
For a supply pipe that has split, sprayed, or started pouring through a ceiling. Covers the shutoff steps, why Meridian pipes burst in crawl spaces and exterior walls, how PEX, copper, and CPVC are repaired, and when to call a separate water cleanup crew.
Read about burst pipe repair →Frozen Pipe Repair
For a faucet that stops running on a cold morning or a line you suspect is frozen. Covers safe thawing, the crawl space and garage spots where Meridian pipes freeze, frost-free hydrant problems, and the fall checklist that prevents the next freeze.
Read about frozen pipe repair →Leak Detection
For a water bill that jumped, a meter that spins with every tap off, or a damp spot with no obvious source. Explains the meter test you can do yourself, the equipment used to pinpoint a leak without tearing out walls, and what happens once it is found.
Read about leak detection →Toilet Repair & Installation
For toilets that run nonstop, leak at the base, rock on the floor, clog often, or need replacing. Covers flappers and fill valves, wax rings and flanges, water damage under the floor, and what to look for in a new toilet.
Read about toilet repair →Water Line Repair & Replacement
For the buried pipe that brings water from the meter at the street into your house. Covers who owns which part in Meridian, signs the line is leaking, repair versus full replacement, and how the line is dug or bored with the least yard damage.
Read about water line repair →Water Softener Installation & Repair
For homes fighting scale, spotty dishes, and short water heater life. Explains Meridian's hardness by zone, how to size a softener by grains and household use, the sodium question, and the usual reasons a softener stops working.
Read about water softeners →Tankless Water Heater Service
For on-demand water heaters that throw error codes, deliver lukewarm water, or are due for descaling. Explains why Meridian's hard water makes flushing essential, what common error codes point to, and what a tankless installation involves.
Read about tankless service →Hydro Jetting
For drains and sewer lines that clog again soon after a cable cleaning. Explains how jetting scours the full pipe wall, when it is the right tool, when a camera should come first, and why fragile older pipe may call for a gentler method.
Read about hydro jetting →Sewer Line Replacement
For laterals that are too far gone for a spot repair: collapsed sections, long bellies, or old clay and cast iron failing along their length. Compares open trench, pipe bursting, and lining, and explains the permit and inspection steps in Meridian.
Read about sewer line replacement →Repiping & Whole-Home Pipe Replacement
For homes with low pressure, rusty water, repeat pinhole leaks, or pipe materials that have reached the end of their life. Covers which Meridian homes are most likely to need it, PEX versus copper, and how a repipe is done with as little wall damage as possible.
Read about repiping →Faucet & Sink Repair
For dripping faucets, weak flow, leaks under the sink, and new faucet installs. Explains why Meridian's hard water wears out cartridges and aerators, what a repair versus a replacement involves, and what to check under the cabinet.
Read about faucet and sink repair →Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation
For a disposal that hums but won't spin, leaks from the bottom, or has simply quit. Explains the reset and jam fixes you can try safely, where disposal leaks start, what not to put down it, and when replacement makes more sense.
Read about garbage disposal repair →Gas Line Installation & Repair
For gas leaks, new lines to a range, dryer, fireplace, or grill, and upsizing for a tankless water heater. Explains what to do if you smell gas, how Idaho licenses fuel gas piping, and why pressure testing comes before any line goes into service.
Read about gas line work →Water Damage Restoration
For soaked drywall, flooring, and contents after a pipe, water heater, or sewer backup. This service runs on its own 24/7 line and covers extraction, structural drying, mold prevention, and working with your insurer. The plumbing repair itself is handled separately.
Read about water damage restoration →Water Mitigation
For the first 24 to 72 hours after water gets loose in the house. Mitigation is the emergency stage that limits damage: water extraction, moving contents, setting drying equipment, and daily moisture checks. It runs on the same separate line as restoration.
Read about water mitigation →Water Filtration Installation
For homeowners who want cleaner drinking water or have a specific concern from the city's water report. Explains what Meridian's report actually shows, what each filter type removes, and why a softener and a filter solve different problems.
Read about water filtration →Slab Leak Detection & Repair
For water or warmth coming up through a concrete floor, often in a garage or a slab-on-grade home. Explains how slab leaks are pinpointed without breaking up the whole floor, and the trade-off between opening the slab and rerouting the line.
Read about slab leak repair →Commercial Plumbing
For restaurants, offices, retail spaces, and property managers across Meridian. Covers grease-heavy kitchen lines, commercial backflow testing, restroom fixtures, commercial water heaters, and scheduling work around business hours.
Read about commercial plumbing →Shower & Bathtub Installation
For replacing a tub, converting a tub to a walk-in shower, or swapping a worn shower valve. Covers anti-scald valve requirements, how hard water affects shower valves, and how plumbing work fits into a bathroom remodel schedule.
Read about shower and tub installation →Not sure which service you need?
Start with where the water is. If water is not draining, the answer is usually drain cleaning. If several drains back up at once, the sewer lateral may be involved, because every fixture in the house empties into that one line.
If hot water is the problem, start with water heater repair. Most heaters under eight years old can be fixed. If yours is older or leaking from the tank itself, the replacement page covers the options.
When a problem keeps returning, a sewer camera inspection is often the cheapest way to stop guessing and see what is actually wrong.
Match the symptom to the service
These are the symptoms Meridian callers describe most often, and where each one usually leads.
| What you notice | Most likely service | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| One sink or tub drains slowly | Drain cleaning | Can usually wait for a daytime visit. |
| Toilet gurgles when the washer drains | Drain cleaning, possibly the main line | Soon, before it becomes a backup. |
| Sewage coming up through a floor drain | Main line clearing, then sewer repair | Emergency, stop using water. |
| Same drain clogged three times this year | Sewer camera inspection | Book within the week. |
| No hot water at all | Water heater repair | Same day if possible. |
| Water pooling under the water heater | Water heater replacement | Emergency, close the cold water valve. |
A starting point only. The plumber confirms the cause on site.
How pricing works on every service
Every service page lists the factors that move the price for that job, because a flat online number is rarely accurate for plumbing. Access, pipe material, time of day, and what the plumber finds all matter.
What stays the same is the order of events. The plumber diagnoses the problem, explains the repair and its cost, and starts only after you agree. Planned, non-emergency work such as a scheduled water heater replacement comes with a free estimate.
For emergencies, the line at (208) 679-8357 is answered 24/7. You can also reach us at (208) 679-8357 for scheduling during the day.
Emergency tonight, or can it wait?
Call right away if sewage is coming up through a drain, water is spraying or pooling from a pipe or tank, or you smell gas near a water heater. Those problems get worse by the minute, and the 24/7 line exists for them.
A single slow drain, a dripping faucet, or a heater that takes longer to recover can usually wait for a daytime appointment. Daytime visits cost less than after-hours calls, and we will tell you honestly which one your situation needs.
Codes and permits behind the work
Plumbing in Meridian follows the Idaho State Plumbing Code, which builds on the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with state amendments. Licensing runs through the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses.
Jobs that need a permit inside city limits, such as water heater replacements, sewer repairs, and backflow assembly replacements, are permitted and inspected through Meridian Building Services at City Hall.