Plumbing Services
From leaky faucets to complete re-piping, our licensed plumbers handle residential and commercial plumbing projects of all sizes. We provide honest assessments and quality workmanship backed by our satisfaction guarantee. Available for emergency plumbing calls in the evenings and on weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should I call for a plumber in Vancouver?
Look for a licensed, insured plumbing company that explains the problem and the options before starting work. Budget Heating & Plumbing Services is based in North Vancouver and serves the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. We're licensed, bonded and insured, BBB A+ rated, and we give written estimates on plumbing work. Same-day service available and 24/7 emergency service available. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
What counts as a plumbing emergency?
Call right away for a burst or leaking pipe you can't stop, a sewer backup, no water, or water coming through a ceiling. First, shut off the main water valve, which is usually where the water line enters the house; in a condo, tell building management. If you smell gas, leave and call FortisBC at 1-800-663-9911. Emergency service is available. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
Why does my bathtub gurgle when I flush the toilet?
It usually means air is being pulled through the tub drain because the drain line or the plumbing vent is partly blocked. In older homes it's often a buildup in the main line or roots in an old clay sewer pipe. If it's getting worse or more than one drain is slow, have it checked before it turns into a backup. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
Why is my water pressure low?
If it's every fixture, the usual causes are a failing pressure reducing valve, a main valve that's partly closed, or old galvanized pipes narrowing inside, which is common in older Vancouver and North Shore homes. If it's one tap or shower, it's often a clogged aerator or cartridge. We can test the pressure and tell you whether it's a part or the piping. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
How do I keep pipes from freezing?
Disconnect garden hoses, shut off and drain outside taps before the first frost, and insulate pipes in crawl spaces, garages and exterior walls. Keep the heat on when you're away during a cold snap, and open cabinet doors on outside walls. Arctic outflow winds hit the North Shore and Fraser Valley hard, so know where your main shut-off is before winter. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
Do I need a permit for plumbing work?
It depends on the job and the city. Swapping a fixture in the same spot often doesn't need one, while adding or moving fixtures, new piping, or renovation plumbing usually does. Vancouver and the other municipalities issue their own plumbing permits, and any gas work needs a licensed gas contractor and a gas permit, which we pull. Strata owners also need strata approval before work starts. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
When should I repipe my house?
Consider repiping if you have grey poly-B plastic pipe, common in homes built in the 1980s and early 1990s, or old galvanized steel that's rusting and cutting your water pressure. Repeated pinhole leaks are another sign. A whole-house repipe usually takes a few days depending on size and access, and we plan the route to open as few walls as possible. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
What affects the cost of hiring a plumber?
It comes down to how long it takes to find and fix the problem, how easy it is to get to the pipes, the parts needed, and whether permits are involved. Older homes with galvanized, cast iron or poly-B pipe can add work. We give written estimates on plumbing work. Drain problems are different: they start with a paid camera inspection so we can see what's going on. Call 604-343-1985 or book online.