Phoenix metro · Maricopa County
Plumbing help built for desert homes
Slab leaks, hard water, polybutylene and worn-out water heaters are the Valley's everyday plumbing problems. One call connects you with an independent, licensed plumber who works your part of the Valley.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- Licensed Arizona contractors
- Free to request
Plumbers licensed by the Arizona ROC
Diagnosis before digging or cutting
Quotes before work begins
Water you can't stop? Shut off the main valve, then call. Emergency steps
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What Valley homes call a plumber for
Eight categories built around how plumbing actually fails in the desert.
Hard Water & Filtration
Softeners, reverse osmosis and whole-house filters for Valley water.
Slab & Hidden Leaks
Leaks under the slab and inside walls, found and fixed.
Repiping
PEX repipes for polybutylene, galvanized and pinholed copper.
Water Heaters
Tank and tankless replacement, recirculation and descaling.
Pressure & Supply
Pressure regulators and the main line from the meter.
Irrigation & Backflow
Backflow tests and irrigation line leaks.
Drains & Sewer
Clogs, camera inspections and sewer line repair.
Symptom finder
What are you seeing?
Match the symptom to the likely cause, then read the guide or go straight to the service.
High water bill
Likely: Running toilet, irrigation leak or slab leak
Warm spot on the floor
Likely: Hot-water line leaking under the slab
Banging pipes
Likely: High pressure or a failed PRV
Local knowledge
Why Valley plumbing is different
Some of the hardest water in the US
Scale shortens water heater life, clogs tankless units and ruins fixtures. Softeners and RO are standard upgrades here.
Learn moreEverything sits on a slab
Supply lines under concrete mean slab leaks, and a warm spot on the floor is the classic clue.
Learn moreA boom in the polybutylene years
Many homes built around 1978–1995 have polybutylene supply pipe that insurers and buyers ask about.
Learn moreBefore & after
What the fix looks like
Drag the slider to compare. These are example stock photos, not jobs from our network.
Corroded pipe → new copper
Rusted metal supply pipe is the kind of line a repipe replaces.
Scale-crusted fixture → new faucet
Hard-water scale and corrosion around an old tap, next to a clean new fixture.
Dripping spigot → replaced fixture
A constant drip wastes water every hour; a new fixture stops it.
How it works
From your call to a fixed problem
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Call or request
Tell us the problem and ZIP code. Requests are free.
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Get connected
We connect you with an independent, licensed plumber serving your area.
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Diagnosis and quote
The plumber finds the cause and quotes before starting.
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The fix
You approve the work; the plumber completes it and handles any permit.
Service area
Across the Valley
City pages cover local housing, water providers and permits.
Phoenix & Paradise Valley
Northeast Valley
Northwest Valley
Resources
Straight answers for Valley homeowners
Leaks
Why is my water bill so high? A Phoenix homeowner's checklist
Leaks
Warm spot on the floor? What it means and what to do
Hard water
White crust on faucets and shower glass: Valley hard water explained
Hard water
Water softener vs. reverse osmosis vs. whole-house filter
Pipes
Polybutylene pipes in Arizona homes: how to spot them and what to do
Water heaters
Why is my water heater rumbling or popping?
Frequently asked questions
How does Caliche Plumbing work?
You call or send a request, and we connect you with an independent, licensed plumber who serves your ZIP code. The plumber quotes and performs the work directly.
Is Caliche Plumbing a plumbing company?
No. We're a referral service. The plumbers in our network are independent contractors responsible for their own licensing, pricing and work.
What areas do you cover?
Much of the Phoenix metro in Maricopa County, including Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, the Sun Cities, Goodyear, Avondale, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler and Gilbert. Check your ZIP on the locations page.
Does it cost anything to request service?
No. Requesting service is free. You only pay the plumber for work you approve.
Talk to a Valley plumber today
Same-day service when a plumber is available. One call connects you with a licensed plumber who serves your ZIP.