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Licensed Florida Plumbing Contractor

State-licensed plumbing contractor serving Tampa and Hillsborough County.

Plumbing Demo performs plumbing work under a Florida plumbing contractor license, which requires passing state examinations and meeting continuing education requirements. Licensing means the work is performed to the standards set by the state and local code authorities in Tampa. License information is available upon request so you can verify our standing before any work begins.

BBB Accredited Business

Accredited by the Better Business Bureau for ethical business practices.

BBB accreditation reflects a commitment to honest advertising, transparent pricing, and responsive handling of customer concerns. Tampa homeowners can review our BBB profile to see how we have handled past work. We treat accreditation as an ongoing responsibility rather than a one-time achievement.

PHCC Member Contractor

Member of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association.

PHCC membership connects our team to industry training, code updates, and best practices that affect plumbing work in Florida. It also signals that we follow a professional code of conduct within the trade. Membership helps keep our technicians current on changes to plumbing standards that affect Tampa properties.

Bradford White Certified Installer

Factory-trained in Bradford White water heater installation and service.

Manufacturer training means our technicians install and service Bradford White water heaters according to the manufacturer's specifications. Proper installation helps protect your warranty and supports reliable performance in Tampa's humid climate. We follow factory-recommended procedures for sizing, venting, and start-up.

Moen and Delta Certified Technician

Trained on Moen and Delta faucet, fixture, and repair systems.

Our technicians receive product-specific training on Moen and Delta fixtures, which helps us diagnose problems accurately the first time. Knowing these product lines well means faster repairs and correct parts selection. This reduces repeat visits and helps you get the most out of your fixtures.

Parts and Labor Warranty

Workmanship warranty on repairs and installations performed by our team.

We stand behind our plumbing repairs and installations with a written workmanship warranty in addition to any manufacturer parts coverage. If a covered issue arises after our visit, contact us and we will assess it promptly. Warranty terms are provided in writing before work begins so expectations are clear.

Financing Available

Flexible payment options for larger plumbing projects and replacements.

Major work such as water heater replacement, repiping, or sewer line repair can be planned around your budget with approved financing. Applications are handled through established lending partners, and terms are disclosed before you commit. This helps Tampa homeowners handle necessary repairs without delaying critical work.

Insured and Background-Checked Technicians

General liability insurance and screened, uniformed service technicians.

Plumbing Demo carries general liability and workers compensation coverage, so you are protected when our team is working in your home or business. Our technicians are background-checked and arrive in uniform with identification. On arrival, they review the scope of work and confirm pricing before starting, and we clean up when the job is complete.

Emergency Pipe Burst & Leak Repair

Stop sudden pipe failures fast and protect your Tampa property from spreading water damage.

Emergency Insurance Help

Emergency Sewer Backup & Drain Overflow

Restore flow quickly when sewage backs up into your Tampa home or business.

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Drain Cleaning & Hydrojetting

Clear stubborn clogs and keep every drain in your Tampa property flowing freely.

Water Heater Installation & Replacement

Enjoy dependable hot water with a water heater sized and installed for your Tampa home.

Sewer Line Repair & Replacement

Fix damaged sewer lines for good and end the cycle of repeat backups and yard repairs.

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Whole-Home Repiping

Replace aging pipes throughout your home for steadier pressure, cleaner water, and fewer leaks.

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Emergency Leak Repair

After-Hours Burst Pipe Repair in Ybor City

Ybor City, FL

A late-night supply line failure in a 1920s Ybor City bungalow sent water through the walls and floors, requiring an immediate emergency response and full repair.

Outcome: The leak was stopped the same night and the home's water was back on before morning. The homeowner reported zero water intrusion afterward, and the new ball valve gave the family a fast, reliable way to shut off water in any future emergency. Moisture readings in the wall and floor dropped back to normal within four days. The property owner later described the response as the calmest part of a very stressful night.

Bathroom Plumbing Remodel

Primary Bath Remodel Plumbing in Hyde Park

Hyde Park, FL

A full primary bathroom renovation in a historic Hyde Park home required all-new supply and drain plumbing behind restored tile and fixtures.

Outcome: The finished bathroom drains quickly and quietly with no gurgling, and the new thermostatic valve holds a steady temperature even when other fixtures run. The homeowners passed inspection on the first visit with no corrections required. The remodel added usable square footage to the primary suite and preserved the home's historic detailing. The family reported the water pressure at the new shower is the best in the house.

Sewer Line Replacement

Sewer Line Replacement in Westshore

Westshore, FL

A collapsed clay sewer lateral beneath a Westshore office-adjacent property was replaced with new PVC pipe to restore full drainage capacity.

Outcome: Full drainage capacity was restored with no root intrusion and no further backups. The property owner kept the entrance and parking area in service throughout the project. Final camera inspection showed a continuous, defect-free line, and the city signed off without corrections. The work was completed in three days rather than the week or more an open-trench replacement would have required.

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Date: 2025-03-14 Text: First time using Plumbing Demo after a slab leak in South Tampa. Mike came out same day, found the issue under the kitchen and fixed it in about three hours. Price was fair and he explained everything. Will recomend them.

Marcus Bell

Date: 2024-11-02 Text: I've used Plumbing Demo for years for my rentals in Tampa. Jessica in the office always gets me scheduled fast, and Dave handles the drain clogs and water heater swaps without drama. They treat regular customers right.

Denise Carter

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Timelines depend on the type of work. Most everyday issues we handle in Tampa, FL — clogged drains, running toilets, leaky faucets, garbage disposals, and minor supply line repairs — are diagnosed and finished in a single visit, usually within one to three hours. A standard water heater replacement is often a same-day project, though it can stretch a bit longer once we account for the required permit and inspection through Hillsborough County. Larger jobs like a whole-home repipe or a sewer line replacement are measured in days rather than hours, and we stage the work so your household keeps water service as much as possible. Several local factors affect how long your project runs. Tampa has a large number of older homes with galvanized steel, cast iron, or polybutylene piping, and those materials can add time because fittings and shutoff valves often need replacing as we go. Access matters too — slab-on-grade construction, tight crawlspaces, and finished walls all change how we reach the problem. If a permit or inspection is required, scheduling with the local authority can add a short waiting period that is outside our control. Before we start, we give you a realistic expectation of how long the work should take and what could change it. If we open a wall or dig into a slab and find something unexpected, we stop, explain what we found, and get your approval before continuing. You will always know where the project stands and what the next step is.

In Florida, plumbing contractors are regulated at the state level, and the license number is something you can verify yourself through the state's licensing database before any work begins. We recommend asking for that number in writing, along with a certificate of general liability insurance and proof of workers' compensation coverage. If a contractor hesitates or gives vague answers about credentials, that is a signal to slow down and ask more questions. Insurance matters just as much as licensing. General liability coverage protects your property if something is damaged during the job, and workers' compensation protects you from liability if a worker is injured on your property. A reputable contractor will provide these documents without being asked twice, and the certificates should show current dates and coverage amounts. It is also worth confirming that the company carries the right licensing category for the specific work — water heater installation, gas lines, medical gas, and backflow prevention each have their own requirements in Florida. We are glad to walk Tampa homeowners through the documentation we can provide and to explain what each document means. Our position is simple: you should never feel uncomfortable asking a plumbing company to prove it is qualified to be in your home. We encourage every property owner in Tampa, FL to verify credentials first, compare written scopes of work, and choose the contractor who answers your questions clearly and completely.

Coverage depends on the cause. Most Florida homeowners policies respond to sudden and accidental discharge — a pipe that bursts during a cold snap, a supply line that fails behind a wall, or a washing machine hose that lets go. What policies typically exclude is damage from a slow, ongoing leak that went unnoticed for months, because insurers treat that as a maintenance issue rather than a sudden event. In Tampa, slab leaks are common in older slab-on-grade homes, and whether they are covered often comes down to how quickly the leak was discovered and documented. If water damage happens, the first step is to shut off the main water supply and stop the flow. Then document everything: take photos and video of the standing water, damaged flooring, cabinets, drywall, and personal belongings before anything is moved or discarded. Keep any ruined materials until your adjuster has seen them or until you have been told to dispose of them. Call us for emergency repairs, and we can provide itemized invoices, photos, and a written explanation of the cause that you can submit with your claim. We work with Tampa-area policyholders and adjusters regularly, and we understand the difference between emergency mitigation work and the permanent repair. Many homeowners choose to have us perform emergency repairs to prevent further damage, then settle the claim afterward. We can also provide a detailed estimate for the permanent repair so your adjuster has a clear picture of what is needed. It is always worth reading your policy or calling your agent early so you understand your deductible and what documentation they will want.

Both options exist, and the right choice depends on the condition of the rest of the system. A spot repair makes sense when the failure is isolated — a single pinhole leak in an otherwise sound copper line, a cracked fitting, or damage from a nail or root — and the surrounding pipe still has good wall thickness. We use camera inspection and pressure testing to confirm what we are dealing with before recommending anything. A targeted repair is faster, less invasive, and gets your water back on quickly. A whole-house repipe becomes the better investment when the problems are recurring rather than isolated. In Tampa's older neighborhoods, we frequently see galvanized steel that has rusted from the inside out, polybutylene systems from the late 1970s through the mid-1990s that become brittle over time, and cast iron drain lines that have scaled and cracked. Warning signs include discolored or metallic-tasting water, steadily dropping water pressure, frequent leaks in different parts of the house, and rising water bills with no change in usage. When a home has three or more leak repairs in a few years, the odds of a fourth are high. Slab leaks deserve special mention because Tampa has so many homes built on a concrete slab. A leak under the slab can be repaired in place, rerouted overhead through the attic, or addressed as part of a full repipe. Each approach has trade-offs in cost, disruption, and long-term reliability. We walk you through the findings, show you the evidence, and give you a written recommendation with options so you can decide what fits your home and budget.

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