Common problems
- Slow or clogged drains
- Running toilet
- Low water pressure
Services
- Leak detection and repair
- Drain and sewer line clearing
- Sump pump service
If it's urgent: Pipe burst? Close the main water shutoff first. It's often near the water meter or where the line enters the house.
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Homes in Davis: what pros run into
UC Davis is the city's largest employer. Tule fog can settle in on winter mornings.
The Davis Farmers Market runs year-round in Central Park. Mid-century homes often still have original copper supply lines and cast iron drains, both now well past 60 years old. Many homes have rooftop solar.
Dry years bring watering limits and a lot of interest in low-flow fixtures, and many yards now run on drip irrigation. Old North has homes from the early 1900s.
Permits, licenses and your utility
Ask a plumber who finds an old lead or galvanized service line to point it out, then check with the City of Davis about its service line inventory and any replacement program. California licenses plumbing contractors through the Contractors State License Board, which has an online license check.
Permit questions go to the City of Davis Building Division. Davis gets treated Sacramento River water through the Woodland-Davis Clean Water Agency. The city switched from groundwater to mostly river water in 2016. Summer highs often top 95 degrees.
Signs you should call
Things people in Davis often describe:
- Slow or clogged drains
- Running toilet
- Low water pressure
What to have ready
Take a photo of the model label on the water heater, toilet or faucet if you can find one.
Make a list of questions so nothing gets forgotten during the visit.
From call to visit
- Phone in, or fill out the short form and describe what's wrong.
- Your note lands with a local plumber serving Davis.
- The pro contacts you, and nothing happens until you agree.
Questions from Davis residents
Should I use chemical drain cleaner?
Use it sparingly, if at all. Harsh chemicals can damage older pipes and make the job riskier for the plumber who comes next. Tell them if you have already poured something in.
My toilet keeps running. Is that urgent?
Not usually, but it wastes water and raises the bill. A worn flapper or fill valve is the usual cause, and it's a quick repair.
Is my neighborhood in Davis covered?
Our network reaches West Davis, Old North, Central Davis and Village Homes and the rest of Davis (). Tell us about a gate code, a tight driveway or a dog in the yard so the pro can plan. If nobody's available, we'll tell you.
What should a plumber know about homes in Davis?
Village Homes was built in the 1970s as an early solar-designed neighborhood. Davis has more than 100 miles of bike lanes and paths. Most homes sit on slab foundations. Mention your street and the age of the house when you call.
What causes a gurgling toilet?
Gurgling usually means air is being pulled through the trap because a drain or vent is partly blocked. If several fixtures gurgle at once, the blockage is likely further down the main line.
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