Looking for a plumber in Akron? Half of Akron's homes were built before 1954, and northeast Ohio winters freeze pipes every year, so old drains, old supply lines and frozen pipes fill most days. Call Same Day Plumber any time to reach a licensed plumber in Akron.
Need a Plumber in Akron Today?
When you call, say whether the problem is in the basement and roughly how old the house is. The plumber who answers works in Akron, including Downtown, West Akron, North Hill and Kenmore, and is independent of Same Day Plumber. Get the arrival window and any after-hours fee on the phone.
Emergency Plumbing Services in Akron
When something goes wrong fast in a Akron home, it's usually one of these. Here's what to do first.
- Sewage at the basement floor drain: stop running water on every floor. See sewer backup.
- Pipe frozen or burst: close the main in the basement and open a faucet. See burst pipe.
- Leak from a cast iron stack: keep the fixtures above it off until it is repaired.
For any of these, an emergency plumber can often come out to Akron the same day, including nights and weekends. If you smell gas, leave the building first and call the gas utility or 911 from outside.
24/7 Plumbing Services in Akron
- Emergency PlumbingBurst pipes, flooding, sewage backups and loss of water, any hour.
- Drain CleaningClogged sinks, tubs, toilets and main sewer lines.
- Water Heater Repair & ReplacementNo hot water, leaking tanks, tank and tankless repair or replacement.
- Leak Detection & RepairHidden, slab and pipe leaks found and fixed before they cause damage.
- Sewer Line RepairCamera inspection, sewer repair and trenchless replacement.
- Pipe Repair & RepipingBurst, frozen and corroded pipes repaired or replaced.
- Toilet RepairRunning, clogged, leaking and broken toilets repaired or replaced.
- Faucet & Fixture RepairFaucets, garbage disposals and shower valves.
- Sump Pump RepairSump pump repair, replacement and battery backups.
- Gas Line RepairGas leak repair and appliance hookups by licensed plumbers.
- Water Softeners & FiltrationWater softeners, whole-house filtration and well pumps.
- Commercial Plumbing & BackflowCommercial plumbing service and backflow testing.
Common Plumbing Problems in Akron Homes
Akron's median home was built in 1954. In neighborhoods like Highland Square, Goodyear Heights and Firestone Park, houses often still have original cast iron stacks, galvanized supply lines and clay sewer laterals.
The city's water comes from Lake Rockwell. Akron reviews building projects within its limits, but plumbing inspections are carried out by the Summit County Department of Building Standards, which also takes plumbing permit applications.
Before an Akron Cold Snap
- Shut off and drain outdoor faucets from the inside valve.
- Insulate pipes along outside basement walls.
- Keep some heat on in every part of the house.
- Find the main shutoff, usually where the service line enters the basement. See frozen pipes.
A Floor Drain That Backs Up
In an older Akron house, sewage at the basement floor drain usually means the lateral to the street is blocked. Clay pipe from the 1950s and earlier has joints that roots get into, and the line can crack or sag with age. A cable clears it for a time. A sewer camera inspection shows the condition of the pipe, so you know whether cleaning is enough. See sewer line repair.
Old Cast Iron and Galvanized Pipe
With a median home built in 1954, corroded drain stacks and narrowed supply lines cause slow drains and weak pressure.
What Affects Plumbing Costs in Akron
No plumber can quote a firm price before seeing the problem. These are the things that move the cost of plumbing work in Akron.
- Old pipe. Repairs on 1950s and older plumbing often run past the failed section.
- Lateral condition. What the camera finds decides between cleaning and repair.
- Finding the problem. Leak locating and camera inspections are separate steps, but they keep the repair itself small.
- Time of day. Many companies charge an after-hours, weekend or holiday fee.
- Permits. When a job needs one, it comes from Summit County Department of Building Standards, and the plumber usually pulls it.
- Ask for the arrival fee before the plumber heads out, and for the repair price in writing before work starts.
How to Find a Licensed Plumber in Akron
These checks take a few minutes and prevent most bad experiences, whichever Akron plumber you end up hiring.
Check the Ohio License
Commercial plumbing contractors in Ohio are licensed by the state, and many cities also register plumbers. Before any work starts at your Akron home, ask for the license number and look it up with the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Akron Plumbing Permits Go Through Summit County
For an Akron address, the plumbing permit application and the inspection are handled by the Summit County Department of Building Standards. The county's plumbing permit application lists replacing a residential hot water tank as its own item. Contractors include their certificate of insurance and state license with the application, and the county says the contractor should usually be the one to apply.
What to Ask on the Phone
- What is the arrival window?
- Is there a service, trip or after-hours fee?
- For an emergency, will you stop the damage first and quote the permanent repair before starting it?
- What is your license number?
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FAQs About Plumbers in Akron
How quickly can I get a plumber in Akron?
Often the same day, including nights and weekends, but it depends on demand and where in Akron you are. The plumber gives you an arrival window when you call. During a citywide event such as a hard freeze or major storm, waits are longer, so shut off the water and limit the damage while you wait.
Find a Same-Day Plumber in Akron, OH
If you have old cast iron and galvanized pipe, frozen pipes or another plumbing problem in Akron, call now. You'll be connected to a licensed plumber who works in your area, and you'll know the arrival window and any fee before they head out.