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Residential plumbing for Highlands Ranch homes

Highlands Ranch has been growing since 1981, and that history shows up in its plumbing. A home from the early years of the community is often on its second water heater and its second set of supply lines, while a newer home in BackCountry is more likely to have a tankless unit, a finished basement and a softener loop that needs service. We work on all of it.

An Affordable Plumber is a Littleton plumbing company with more than 25 years of experience, and every job is done by a licensed master plumber. Highlands Ranch is a short drive from our shop, same-day appointments are available, and you will know what a job costs before any work begins.

What we fix most often in Highlands Ranch

Water heaters past their prime

A tank water heater typically lasts 8 to 12 years, and hard water can shorten that. Units from the original build are well past it. We repair what is worth repairing and replace what is not, including upgrades to tankless.

High water pressure

Plumbing codes generally cap household pressure at 80 psi. When the pressure reducing valve near your main shutoff wears out, pressure creeps up and you get banging pipes, dripping faucets and shorter life for toilets and appliances.

Basements and sump pumps

Many homes here have finished or walkout basements, which makes a failed sump pump or a slow leak expensive. Test your pump before the spring thaw and the summer storm season. We install, repair and replace sump pumps.

Hidden supply line leaks

Braided supply lines under sinks and behind toilets are a common source of hidden leaks, and many plumbers suggest replacing them at about 10 years. If a cabinet floor feels soft or smells musty, call us before it spreads.

Main water shutoff and pressure reducing valve in a basement
Pressure reducing valve at a main shutoff
Water heater installed next to a furnace in a finished basement
Water heater installation in a finished basement

Who is responsible for which pipe?

Highlands Ranch Water maintains the public water main and the service line up to your meter. From the meter into your home, and the sewer line running from your home out to the main, are typically the homeowner's responsibility.

If you are not sure where the utility's part ends and yours begins, ask the district or give us a call. For sewer problems we use video inspection, so you see the actual condition of the line before deciding on a repair.

Services We Offer in Highlands Ranch

From a water heater showing its age to a sump pump that needs to be ready for spring, here is what we handle for Highlands Ranch homes and businesses. One-year parts and labor warranty, same-day appointments available and financing options available.

Sump Pumps

Install, repair and replace sump pumps so finished and walkout basements stay dry through the spring thaw and summer storms.

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Sewer Lines

Video inspection shows what is happening inside your line, so you can decide on a repair or replacement with the facts.

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Gas Lines

New gas lines for ranges, fireplaces and outdoor grills, plus safe repairs and maintenance of existing gas piping.

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Under-sink water filtration system installed by An Affordable Plumber

Why Highlands Ranch Homeowners Choose An Affordable Plumber

Here is what you can expect when you call us from Highlands Ranch, from the first phone call to the finished job:

  • One-year parts and labor warranty
  • Same-day appointments available
  • 10% off (up to $100) for military, veterans and seniors
  • More than 25 years of experience
  • Well-versed in all plumbing codes
  • Continuing education each year to stay up-to-date
  • Competitive pricing
  • All pricing is based on national averages
  • We work with insurance
  • Financing options available
  • Master plumber
  • Plumbing contractor license

Call or text us today to experience these benefits firsthand.

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Highlands Ranch plumbing questions, answered

Straight answers to what homeowners in Highlands Ranch ask us most. Do not see yours? Call or text (720) 571-7466.

Is the water in Highlands Ranch hard?

Yes. Highlands Ranch Water reports hardness of roughly 11 to 13 grains per gallon, which is considered hard. It is safe to drink, but over time it leaves scale on fixtures and inside water heaters.

Do I need a water softener or a whole house filter?

They solve different problems. A softener targets the minerals that cause scale. A whole house filter targets things like chlorine taste, odor and sediment. Tell us what you notice at home and we will recommend what fits, even if the honest answer is that you do not need either one yet.

How do I know if my water pressure is too high?

Screw a pressure gauge onto an outdoor spigot and read it with no water running. Most plumbing codes set 80 psi as the upper limit. If your reading is higher, or you hear banging pipes, the pressure reducing valve near your main shutoff probably needs service. We can test it and replace it.

My water heater came with the house. Should I replace it before it fails?

A tank water heater typically lasts 8 to 12 years, and hard water can shorten that. If yours is near or past that range, or you see rust, moisture at the base or rumbling noises, a planned replacement is usually far less disruptive than a failure in the middle of the night.

Who is responsible for the pipe between the street and my house?

Typically the utility maintains the water main and the service up to your meter, and the homeowner is responsible from there into the house. The sewer line from your home out to the main is also usually the homeowner's. Confirm the exact boundary with Highlands Ranch Water, or call us and we will help you sort it out.

Do you work on commercial properties near Highlands Ranch Town Center?

Yes. We handle commercial plumbing, including grease traps, backflow prevention and commercial water heaters, for restaurants, offices and retail spaces.

How much does an estimate cost?

There is a $49 service fee so our plumber can properly inspect the problem and give you a clear estimate. If you approve the estimate right away, or within 30 days, the $49 is waived.

How soon can you get to Highlands Ranch?

Same-day appointments are available, and Highlands Ranch is a short drive from our Littleton shop. Call or text early in the day and we will tell you the first available window.

Contact An Affordable Plumber

If you live in Highlands Ranch, CO and need a dependable plumber, call An Affordable Plumber. We offer same-day appointments, upfront pricing and work done by a licensed master plumber.

Our Recent Projects

A look at recent plumbing work from our crew around the south Denver metro: water heaters, whole house filtration, sump pumps, pressure valves, gas lines and drain work. Tap any photo to enlarge it. Call us today!

  • Sump pump replacement in a basement sump pit
  • Gas water heater with a new expansion tank
  • Whole house water filtration system installed in a Colorado home
  • Pressure reducing valve replacement on a copper water line
  • Tankless water heater installed during a new construction job
  • Basement floor drain and sewer cleanout service
  • Frost-free outdoor hose bib replacement on a Colorado home
  • Gas line connection for a kitchen range
  • Drain cleaning machine set up for a sewer line clearing job
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  • Great service, super fast, very friendly and polite

    Daniel VerbskyHighlands Ranch, CO, 80126
  • Same day service! Worked well with my schedule and very friendly. Explained everything thoroughly and gave us lots of options.

    Katie TolbertLittleton, CO, 80128
  • 2nd time using An Affordable Plumber. They do good work.

    Jason SidorskiCastle Rock, CO, 80109
  • Travis is great! He’s reliable, transparent and does solid work. He’s able to get out to us quickly and gets the job done quickly. Highly recommend!

    RMR VAMCAurora, CO, 80016

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Neighborhoods We Serve in Highlands Ranch, CO

Highlands Ranch was built out in phases, so the age of a home tells us what to look for. We serve every part of it.

Established neighborhoods

Northridge, Southridge, Westridge and Eastridge

Homes built in phases from the 1980s on. We most often see original water heaters, worn pressure reducing valves, aging supply lines and sump pumps that have not been tested in a while.

Newer construction

BackCountry

Newer homes near the open space. Typical needs include tankless water heater service, whole house filtration or softener loops, and gas lines for ranges, fireplaces and outdoor kitchens.

Commercial

Highlands Ranch Town Center area

Restaurants, shops and offices near Highlands Ranch Town Center. We handle commercial plumbing, grease traps, backflow prevention and commercial water heaters.

Where we work

Our shop is in Littleton, and Highlands Ranch is a short drive away. Wherever you are in Highlands Ranch, An Affordable Plumber is ready to help. Call or text (720) 571-7466 to schedule service today.

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