24/7 Emergency Plumbing
(720) 236-3399
Watch for a sudden drop in water pressure throughout the house, wet or soggy areas in the yard, a water meter that moves when everything is off, rising water bills, discolored water or the sound of running water. Any of these can point to a leak in the main service line or a supply line inside the home.
In most Douglas County communities, the homeowner is responsible for the service line from the water meter or curb stop to the house, while the water provider maintains the main in the street and the meter. Rules vary by provider, so we help you confirm where your responsibility starts before work begins.
A single leak on a line in good condition can usually be repaired. If the line is old, made of galvanized steel or polybutylene, has leaked more than once or is undersized for your home, replacement is the better long-term choice. We show you the condition of the line and give you flat-rate prices for both options.
To protect them from freezing, water service lines in the Denver area are typically buried below the local frost line, often around four to five feet deep. Shallow lines and lines that pass under driveways or through unheated spaces are more likely to freeze, so we check depth and protection whenever we repair or replace a line.
For main service lines we typically use copper or PE (polyethylene) pipe rated for potable water, and inside the home we use copper or PEX depending on the application. Each has advantages, and we choose the material that fits your soil, layout, budget and local code.
Many main line replacements are completed in one day. Longer runs, rocky soil or lines under driveways can take longer. We explain the plan and timeline before we start and restore water as quickly as possible.
Often, yes. We locate the frozen section, thaw it safely and check for splits once water is flowing again. Never use an open flame on a frozen pipe. If a line freezes repeatedly, we can add insulation, heat tape or reroute it away from cold spots.
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