Common problems
- Low water pressure
- Dripping or leaking pipes under a sink
- Slow or clogged drains
Services
- Leak detection and repair
- Drain and sewer line clearing
- Sump pump service
Safety first: For a burst pipe, shut off the main water valve first. It's usually where the water line enters the basement.
Get connected
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When it is time for a pro
You may want a plumber if you notice any of these:
- Dripping or leaking pipes under a sink
- Slow or clogged drains
- Running toilet
What Alexandria housing means for plumbing
Summers are hot and humid, and winters bring regular freezes. Outdoor spigots should be drained before the first hard freeze. Exterior changes in Old Town need approval under the historic district rules. Ask a contractor whether your job needs that review before work starts.
Old Town was founded in 1749 and is protected as a historic district. Partial remodels often mean new fixtures sitting on old drain lines, and the old section is usually where trouble begins.
Freeze and thaw cycles stress older service lines and outdoor spigots. Shutting off and draining hose bibs before the first hard frost saves a lot of trouble. AlexRenew treats the city's wastewater. A backup inside the home is usually the owner's job to fix.
Utilities, permits and licensing
Virginia requires plumbers to hold a tradesman license from the Board for Contractors, which you can check with DPOR's License Lookup. For a sewer backup, ask the plumber whether a camera inspection makes sense before any digging, and keep the video. It helps if AlexRenew or an insurer asks questions later.
What happens after you call
- Tell us what is wrong and how urgent it is.
- We match you with an independent plumber serving Alexandria.
- You and the pro agree on the details before any work starts.
Get ready for the call
Before the plumber arrives, clear out the cabinet under the sink and make sure you can reach the main shutoff.
Common questions
Is my neighborhood in Alexandria covered?
Pros we work with cover Alexandria neighborhoods such as Rosemont, Parker-Gray, Seminary Hill and Beverley Hills, in ZIP codes 22301, 22302, 22304, 22305, 22311 and others. Availability changes day to day, and we will be upfront if nobody can take the job.
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.
How do I find my main water shutoff?
Look where the water line enters the building, often near the meter in a basement, utility room or garage. In apartments there may be one shutoff per building, so ask your landlord where it is before you need it.
Who pays when the sewer backs up?
It depends on where the blockage is. Problems inside the home or in the private lateral are usually the owner's responsibility. A camera inspection shows where the trouble sits.
Whatever the job, the more detail you share up front, the smoother the first visit tends to go.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Alexandria, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 22301, 22302, 22304, 22305, 22311, 22314
Falls ChurchWashingtonViennaFairfaxTakoma ParkHyattsvilleCollege ParkNew CarrolltonGreenbeltRockvilleHerndonManassas ParkLa PlataBowieManassasLaurelGaithersburgLeesburgAnnapolisWarrentonBaltimoreFredericksburgFrederick
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