- Home
- Plumbing
Plumbing Services in Durham, NC for Pipes, Drains, Heaters and Gas Lines
From a dripping faucet to a new gas line, we repair, replace, and install it all. Find your problem below, or call and we'll point you to the right service.
Our Plumbing Services at Your Doorstep in Durham, NC
Every service below has its own page with the full details. We grouped them by the kind of problem you’re likely facing, so you can find yours without knowing the technical name. Still unsure? Call us and describe what’s happening.
Plumbing Repair, Installation and Remodeling
Whether something is broken, being replaced, or going into a new space, these are the all-round plumbing jobs. Start here if your problem doesn’t fit a more specific category.
Plumbing Repair
Dripping, clogged, or just not working right? We trace the problem to the part that failed, tell you what it is, and repair it. Many repairs are finished on the first visit.
Plumbing Installation
Putting something new in? Our licensed plumbers set fixtures, lines, and connections to code, then test them before the job is closed.
Plumbing Remodels and Additions
A new bathroom or a kitchen remodel needs plumbing that fits the project schedule. We plan the pipework so it doesn't hold up everyone else on the job.
Leaks, Water Lines and Water Pressure
Water in the wrong place, a line that’s failed, or pressure that’s gone weak all trace back to the pipes that carry your water. These services cover finding the problem, repairing it, and replacing what’s too far gone.
Leak Detection and Repair
Stains, a musty smell, or a water bill that makes no sense? We track the leak to its source before anyone cuts into a wall, then repair it.
Slab Leak Repair
Warm patches on the floor, running water with every tap off, or a sudden bill spike can all point under the slab. We locate the leak, walk you through your options, and repair it.
Water Line Repair
A soggy spot in the yard or pressure that fell off a cliff often means the line outside has broken. We find the break and repair it.
Water Line Installation
Replacing an old line or running a new one? We install it, connect it, and test it before we leave.
Low Water Pressure Repair
When one faucet is weak, the fix is usually small. When the whole house is weak, the cause sits further back. We check both and fix the real one.
Whole House Repiping
Pipes that keep springing leaks may be telling you something. We show you what we found, and we recommend repiping only when repairs would just delay the problem.
Gas Leak and Gas Line Services
Gas Leak Detection and Repair
We find where the gas is escaping, repair the joint or fitting, and test the line before it goes back into use.
Gas Line Repair
Corroded, damaged, or aging gas lines are licensed work. We inspect the line, repair what's failing, and test it.
Gas Line Installation
Adding a range, a dryer, or another gas appliance? We run the line, connect it, and test it.
Drain Cleaning and Water Heater Services
Slow drains and cold showers are two of the most common reasons people call a plumber. We clear the line or repair the heater, and we find out why it happened.
Drain Cleaning
Water draining slowly, gurgling, or coming back up? We clear the blockage, then look at what caused it. Hold off on chemical cleaners, since they can harm older pipes.
Water Heater Repair
Lukewarm showers, rumbling, or a puddle at the base each mean something different. We test the heater, repair the failed part, and tell you straight if the tank has reached the end.
Fixture Repair and Installation
Faucets, sinks, toilets, showers, and disposals are the plumbing you use every day, so a small problem gets noticed fast. We repair what’s worth saving and install new when it’s time.
Faucet Repair and Installation
A drip is usually one tired washer, cartridge, or seal. We replace it, or install a new faucet when that's the smarter choice.
Sink Repair
Damp cabinet, slow drain, or loose fittings? We find where it's coming from and fix it.
Sink Installation
New sink for the kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room? We set it, connect the supply and drain, and check for leaks.
Toilet Repair
Running after the flush, rocking, or leaking at the base? We pinpoint the worn part, replace it, and test the flush.
Toilet Installation
When repair no longer makes sense, we install a new toilet, seat it properly, and check the seal.
Shower Repair
Drips from the valve, a weak spray, or a stain on the wall behind it? We find the source and repair the shower.
Garbage Disposal Repair
Humming, jammed, or leaking from underneath? We work out which it is and repair the unit.
Garbage Disposal Installation
Time for a new one? We mount it, connect it, and run it before we leave.
Not Sure Which Plumbing Service You Need?
Match what you’re seeing to the closest description, and follow the link.
I Smell Gas
Get outside and call your gas utility or 911 first. When it's safe, we handle gas leak repair.
My Water Bill Jumped
A bill that rises with no change in habits often points to a hidden leak. Start with leak detection and repair.
My Drain Is Slow or Backing Up
See drain cleaning.
Something Is Dripping, Running or Jammed
Look at faucet, sink, toilet, shower or garbage disposal repair.
There's Water Where It Shouldn't Be
If it won't stop, close the main valve. Then see leak detection and repair or slab leak repair.
My Water Pressure Is Low
Check whether it's one faucet or all of them, then see low water pressure repair or water line repair.
I Have No Hot Water
See water heater repair.
I'm Planning a Remodel or Addition
See plumbing remodels and additions and plumbing installation.
Repair or Replacement? We'll Tell You Honestly
A single worn part is usually a single repair. A pipe or fixture that has failed more than once is a different conversation, because paying to fix it a third time rarely makes sense.
When we find the problem, you hear both paths and what each one costs. We only suggest replacement when repair would just delay it. The pages on whole house repiping, water line installation and plumbing installation cover the bigger jobs.
How Our Plumbing Service Works
1. Call or Book Online
Describe what you see, hear, or smell. We'll tell you the earliest visit we have.
2. We Find the Cause
Your plumber works through the likely causes in order and shows you what actually failed.
3. You Get a Flat Rate Price
Before any tools come out, you get the number. That's the number you pay.
4. We Fix It and Test It
We repair or install, check the work, and make sure it holds before we leave.
Why Durham Homeowners Choose Our Plumbing Team
NC Plumbing License P1 #19849
Our plumbing work is licensed in North Carolina. Ask to see it when we arrive, or look it up yourself.
Our Own Team, Never Subcontractors
Plumbers on our payroll do the work, so the person you meet on the first visit stays accountable for the job.
Flat Rate Pricing Before Work Starts
The price is set before the job begins and doesn't creep upward.
Same-Day Appointments for Most Calls
We keep room in the schedule for urgent calls, and most plumbing problems get a visit the day you call.
A Guarantee That Brings Us Back if Something's Off
If something isn't right after we leave, call us and we return to make it right.
What Your Neighbors Say About Our Plumbing Service
Our Google reviews average 4.8 stars across more than 1,000 customers. Here is what people say about their plumbing visits.
Plumbing Services Across Durham and the Triangle
Our plumbers work across Durham and these nearby Triangle towns:
- Cary, NC
- Raleigh, NC
- Chapel Hill, NC
- Morrisville, NC
- Apex, NC
- Hillsborough, NC
- Wake Forest, NC
- Garner, NC
- Holly Springs, NC
- Fuquay-Varina, NC
- Carrboro, NC
- Pittsboro, NC
- Mebane, NC
- Knightdale, NC
- Clayton, NC
Not sure about your address? Call (919) 404-9040 and we’ll check.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plumbing Services
What plumbing services does Alternative Aire offer in Durham, NC?
We repair, replace and install plumbing in five areas: general repair and installation, leaks and water lines, gas lines, drains and water heater repair, and fixtures like faucets, sinks, toilets, showers and garbage disposals. We also handle whole house repiping and plumbing for remodels and additions.
How do I know which service I need?
Start with the “Not Sure Which Plumbing Service You Need?” section above, or call and describe the problem. We’ll tell you which service fits and what the visit will involve.
Do you replace pipes and fixtures, or only repair them?
Both. We repair what can be repaired, and we replace and install what can’t, so one company handles the whole job.
How can I tell if I have a hidden leak?
Common signs are a water bill that rises without a change in how you use water, damp spots or stains, a musty smell, or the sound of running water when everything is off. If you notice any of these, our leak detection service can find the source.
Is chemical drain cleaner safe to use?
We’d skip it. Chemical cleaners can damage older pipes, and they rarely fix the real cause. A plunger is the safer first step, and we can clear the line if it doesn’t work.
What should I do first if a pipe bursts?
Close the main water valve, switch off the water heater, and open a faucet to drain the lines. Then call us. We’re open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, so outside those hours, call when we open. If you smell gas, leave the house and call your gas utility or 911 first.
Do you work on gas lines?
Yes. We handle gas leak repair, gas line repair and gas line installation. If you smell gas, get outside and call your gas utility or 911 before you call us.
Can I finance a larger plumbing job?
Yes. Financing is available for bigger jobs such as repiping. You can apply on our financing page.
Dry Floors and Hot Water Start Today
Leaks and clogs only get worse with time. Call for a licensed plumber and a flat rate price before any work begins.