Fixtures & drainage
- Sinks & faucets
- Toilets
- Sink drain repair
- Drain-clog clearing
- Garburators
- Bathroom vanity plumbing
- Pedestal sink plumbing
- Laundry tub plumbing
Nanaimo plumbing guides
Start with the service you need.
Clear, local service pages help you identify the problem, understand what information matters, and choose the right next step without guesswork.
Drains
Drain cleaning in Nanaimo
What slow drains, recurring clogs, gurgling fixtures, and backups can mean—and what details help narrow down the problem.
Read the guide Hot waterElectric water heater help
A practical guide to no hot water, inconsistent temperature, leaking tanks, and deciding whether repair or replacement makes sense.
Read the guide RepairsLeaks, pipes and fixtures
Help with faucets, toilets, shutoff valves, copper and PEX repairs, appliance connections, and other everyday plumbing work.
Read the guideStart here
What’s going on?
Choose the closest match. You can share the details by phone or in the callback form.
01
Water where it shouldn’t be
02Leaks, drips, damp spots, or water actively escaping.
Water isn’t draining
03A slow drain, backup, or toilet that won’t flush properly.
No hot water
04No hot water or a concern with an electric water heater.
A fixture needs replacing
05A tap, toilet, sink, fixture, or plumbing component.
Planned plumbing work
06An appliance hookup, vanity, pedestal sink, laundry tub, or fixture.
Not sure
Describe what you notice. No plumbing terminology needed.
Services
Practical plumbing,
clearly listed.
From a dripping faucet to an appliance water connection, here’s the work you can ask about. If your exact problem is hard to name, describe what you notice.
Pipes & valves
- Copper pipe repair
- PEX pipe repair
- Shutoff valves
- Outdoor faucet (hose bib) replacement
Hot water & appliances
- Electric water heaters
- Dishwasher installation
- Fridge water lines
- Water-connected appliance installation
General plumbing
- General plumbing service calls
Not sure which description fits? Plain language is perfect.
Tell us what’s happeningWhat happens next
One conversation.
Three things to confirm.
We’ll confirm the problem, service area, and current availability before anything is scheduled.
250-327-1053- 01
Tell us about the problem
Share the location, what changed, when it started, and whether water is actively leaking or backing up.
- 02
Confirm the details
We’ll confirm whether the request is within scope and let you know current availability.
- 03
Choose the next step
If we can help, we’ll explain the next step before anything is scheduled.
WATER ACTIVELY LEAKING?
If you can do so safely, turn off your home’s internal main shutoff—not the meter. If a meter shutoff is needed, call Nanaimo Public Works at 250-758-5222.
City water-leak guidanceCity sewer guidance
Who handles a sewer blockage?
The City of Nanaimo says property owners are responsible for the sewer service from the house to its connection at the main. The property owner must hire a reputable plumber to clear a blockage in that service line.
For a residential sewer backup, a missing or buried clean-out, or sewage escaping from a manhole, call Nanaimo Public Works at 250-758-5222.
Check the official City guidanceHOUSEOWNER’S SEWER SERVICECONNECTION AT MAIN
Owner responsibilityThe sewer service from the house to its connection at the main.
Call Public WorksSewer backups, missing clean-outs, or sewage escaping from a manhole.
Request a callback
Tell us what’s happening.
Share a few practical details and a number where we can reach you. You don’t need the right plumbing words.
Water actively escaping?Don’t wait for a callback. Follow the City’s shutoff guidance if it is safe, then call. 250-327-1053
This request does not book an appointment or confirm availability. Required fields are marked *.
Straight answers
Good questions.
What plumbing services do you handle?+
Services include electric water heaters, sinks, faucets, toilets, copper and PEX pipe repair, drains and clogs, shutoff valves, appliance water connections, garburators, vanities, pedestal sinks, laundry tubs, and general plumbing service calls.
Do you offer emergency or after-hours service?+
Availability varies. Call 250-327-1053 to check. Callback requests are not monitored as an emergency line.
Does the callback form book an appointment?+
No. It sends your details so the job, location, and current availability can be confirmed before anything is scheduled.
Do you serve locations outside Nanaimo?+
Service outside Nanaimo depends on the location and current availability. Include the job location in your callback request or call to confirm.
What if the problem involves the sewer line?+
For a residential sewer backup, Nanaimo Public Works is available 24/7 at 250-758-5222. Property owners are responsible for hiring a plumber to clear blockages in the sewer service from the house to its connection at the main.
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