Phoenix, Arizona
Plumber in Phoenix, AZ
We are based in Peoria and serve the west and north Phoenix neighborhoods closest to us. Older homes with cast iron and galvanized pipe, newer homes with slab leaks and tankless heaters, all handled by the owner.
- West and north Phoenix
- 24/7 emergency service
- Licensed & insured, ROC #339088
Phoenix Homes Span Seventy Years of Plumbing
Phoenix is huge, and plumbing needs change a lot depending on when a home was built. We focus on the west and north Phoenix neighborhoods closest to our Peoria base, which includes a lot of variety.
In west Phoenix, much of Maryvale was built in the 1950s and 1960s. Homes from that era often have cast iron drains, galvanized water lines and clay or cast iron sewer laterals that roots have had decades to find. Further north, homes from the 1970s through the 2000s have copper and plastic supply lines, and the issues shift toward slab leaks, water heater replacement and hard water wear.
Alex & Bros Plumbing is a family-owned company. When you call, Alex answers. When we arrive, Alex does the work. You get the price before anything starts, and no one tries to sell you what you do not need.
Phoenix Plumbing Services
Drain cleaning
Clogs cleared, including hydro jetting.
Sewer line repair
Roots, broken laterals, replacements.
Leak detection
Slab and hidden leaks found and fixed.
Repiping
Galvanized and failing copper replaced.
Water heaters
Tank and tankless repair or replacement.
Water softeners
Softeners and RO systems.
Emergency plumbing
Help 24 hours a day.
Deer Valley plumber
Our page for north Phoenix’s Deer Valley area.
Older Phoenix Homes: What to Watch For
If your Phoenix home was built before the 1970s, there are a few plumbing issues that come up again and again.
Sewer lines and roots
Older sewer laterals were often clay or cast iron with joints every few feet. Tree roots find those joints. If your main line backs up every year or two, roots are a likely cause. Our Phoenix sewer page explains the repair options.
Galvanized supply pipe
Galvanized steel corrodes inside until the pipe narrows and pressure drops. Rusty water after the water has been sitting is another sign.
Cast iron under the slab
Cast iron drains can crack or rot along the bottom. Slow drains, sewer odors and repeated clogs in the same place are warning signs.
Planning a remodel in an older Phoenix home? That is often the most cost-effective time to replace old pipe, since the walls are already open.
Commercial Plumbing in Phoenix
Most of our work is in homes, but we also take care of small commercial plumbing jobs in Phoenix, like restroom repairs, water heaters and drain clogs for small offices, shops and rental properties. Call and tell us about your building.
Slab Leaks in Phoenix Homes
Most Phoenix homes are built on concrete slabs, with the water lines running underneath. Over time, water chemistry, movement and abrasion wear through those pipes, especially hot water lines.
If you notice a warm spot on the floor, hear water running when everything is off, or see your water bill climb, it is time for leak detection. We locate the leak and recommend either a spot repair or a reroute, depending on the pipe and where the leak is.
Monsoon Season and Phoenix Drains
Every summer, monsoon storms dump a lot of rain in a short time. That water has to go somewhere, and in older neighborhoods it can find its way into places it should not.
If your yard drains poorly or your sewer line already has root intrusion or cracks, heavy rain can make a slow line worse. Water getting into a damaged sewer line through cracks adds volume the line cannot handle. If you notice drains backing up during or after storms, the sewer line deserves a look.
Before monsoon season, it is worth clearing any exterior cleanouts of debris, making sure the cleanout caps are in place, and paying attention to any drain that has been slow. A small problem in June is easier to fix than a backup during a storm.
Before You Call
Know where your main water shutoff is and whether it works. It is the single most useful thing to know in a plumbing emergency. In many Phoenix homes it is near the front hose bib or where the line enters the house.
What People Near Phoenix Tell Us
I highly recommend Alex for any plumbing needs! From start to finish, he provided exceptional service. He was courteous, professional, and genuinely took the time to explain everything clearly.
Scott Bohn
Great experience. Provided some good info to help me decide what I need, info the other quoters missed. Price was good compared to the others, and included labor warranty to match the water heater warranty. Will definitely call them next time I need plumbing help.
Will Wagner
Phoenix Plumbing FAQs
Which parts of Phoenix do you serve?
We serve west and north Phoenix, the areas closest to our Peoria base, including Maryvale, the neighborhoods along the Loop 101, and Deer Valley. Call to confirm for your address.
Do you work on older Phoenix homes?
Yes. A lot of our Phoenix work is in older homes with cast iron drains, galvanized pipe and aging sewer lines.
Do I need a permit for plumbing work in Phoenix?
Some jobs do, like sewer replacements and repipes. We will tell you if your job needs one.
Can you handle a Phoenix plumbing emergency at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7. See our Phoenix emergency plumber page.