County we serve
Main line and burst pipe repair in Adams County, CO 80601
Adams County stretches from older neighborhoods on Denver's northern edge to new master-planned communities in north and northeast Aurora. We clear main lines, repair burst pipes and replace water heaters across that whole range.
Adams County at a glance
- County seat
- Brighton (80601)
- Population
- 519,572 (2020 Census)
- Cities we cover
- North Aurora, Commerce City, Thornton, Brighton
- From our Aurora office
- North Aurora is close; Brighton roughly 17 to 18 miles
- Calls we get most
- Sewer backups, split pipes, heater failures
Yes. Adams County holds north and northeast Aurora, including Painted Prairie and The Aurora Highlands, plus Commerce City, Thornton and Brighton, the county seat. Brighton sits roughly 17 to 18 miles north of our Aurora office, while north Aurora is much closer. We answer 24/7 and give you a realistic arrival window based on your location.
Old blocks and new subdivisions across Adams County
Adams County counted 519,572 people in 2020, about 47,700 of them in Aurora. Its older neighborhoods sit closest to Denver, in places like south Thornton and the older parts of Commerce City, with homes from the middle of the last century. Those houses carry galvanized supply, cast iron drains and older sewer laterals that roots and shifting clay have worked on for decades.
Farther out, the county has grown quickly. North and northeast Aurora, including Painted Prairie across from Gaylord Rockies Resort and The Aurora Highlands along E-470, are full of homes built in the last several years. They run on PEX and plastic drains. Their problems are usually heaters, fixture leaks and the occasional construction debris clog rather than corroded pipe.
Much of the county is open, windy plains, and arctic fronts sweep across it fast. On December 22, 2022, Denver dropped to 24 below zero with a 37 degree fall in one hour, and lines in garages and outside walls burst across the north metro. Expansive clay soil, high altitude gas appliances and permit rules for heaters and sewer work apply here as well.
Common calls
What Adams County homeowners need most
Burst Pipe Repair
Open plains let arctic fronts drop temperatures fast. Lines in garages, crawlspaces and outside walls split, and water needs to be stopped right away.
More on burst pipe repairMain Sewer Line Cleaning
Older laterals in south Thornton and Commerce City collect roots and scale. A basement floor drain backup is the usual warning sign.
More on main sewer line cleaningWater Heater Repair
Heaters across both old and new homes fail with sediment, worn parts or bad venting. Many can be repaired once we test the controls.
More on water heater repairSewer Camera Inspection
Repeat backups or a home purchase are good reasons to scope the lateral. The footage shows roots, cracks or sags and their exact depth.
More on sewer camera inspectionWhole-Home Plumbing Inspection
New homes in north Aurora reach the end of builder coverage, and older homes change hands. An inspection lists what is aging and what needs attention.
More on whole-home plumbing inspectionLocal tips
Getting ready for winter in Adams County
- Disconnect hoses earlyRemove garden hoses before the first hard freeze. A hose left attached traps water in the sillcock and can split the pipe inside your wall.
- Learn your main shutoffIn new builds the main valve is often in a garage or utility closet. In older homes it is usually in the basement. Know which one you have.
- Open sink cabinets on cold nightsOn exterior walls, opening cabinet doors lets warm room air reach supply lines and helps them resist freezing during a sharp cold front.
Nearby areas we also cover
Questions
Plumbing questions from Adams County
Which parts of Adams County do you cover?
We cover north and northeast Aurora, Commerce City, Thornton and Brighton, along with nearby unincorporated areas. Each has its own page on our site. North Aurora is close to our Dallas Street office, while Brighton and north Thornton take longer, so we always give you an honest arrival window.
What should I do first when a pipe bursts in my Adams County home?
Shut off the main water valve right away, then turn off the water heater. Open a faucet at the lowest level to drain the remaining pressure. Move belongings out of the wet area and call us. We answer 24/7 and repair the split once the line is safe.
Do new homes in north Aurora still need plumbing inspections?
They can benefit from one. Builder punch lists catch a lot, but some issues like loose drain fittings, low water heater settings or missing expansion tanks show up later. An inspection before builder coverage ends gives you a chance to have problems corrected.
Plumbing trouble in Adams County?
Call any hour. We tell you on the phone how soon a plumber can get to you.