When a pipe starts leaking or a drain backs up and will not clear, the first thing most people want is a straight answer: can somebody get out today, and what is it going to cost? Dave's Plumbing & Heating handles that call for homeowners and property owners across Richfield. We are open every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM, same-day service is available for most calls, and you get a price on the phone before anything is scheduled.
Richfield is a town where most homes sit on basements, many of them built with plumbing that has been in the ground for decades. That shapes the kind of work we see here. Older supply lines that are starting to corrode, sump pumps that need replacing before the next snowmelt season, outdoor lines that were not properly winterized. We handle all of it, and we come prepared for what this kind of housing stock actually throws at you.
Plumbing calls in a town this size do not all look the same. A homeowner dealing with a backed-up kitchen drain is in a different situation from a landlord whose rental unit has lost hot water, and both of those are different from somebody planning a bathroom renovation. The work divides up in ways that matter.
The most common call is something that was working and now is not. A toilet that runs constantly, a faucet that drips, a water heater that is not producing enough hot water, a drain that is slow and getting slower. These are repair calls, and the job starts with finding out exactly what is wrong before anything else happens. We assess the situation, tell you what it involves, and give you the price before we start. Experienced plumbers on every callout means the diagnosis is right the first time, not after two visits.
Some work is not an emergency but it does need doing. A water heater that is aging out, a shutoff valve that no longer closes fully, a garbage disposal that has reached the end of its life. These are the jobs where you have a little time to plan, and we can schedule around what works for you. We handle tank and tankless water heater replacement, fixture upgrades, and the kind of whole-system work that makes sense to do before something fails rather than after.
Adding a bathroom, finishing a basement, or connecting a new appliance all involve plumbing work that has to be done to code and done right the first time. We handle rough-in work, fixture installation, and supply and drain connections on planned projects. If you are working through a renovation and need plumbing as part of it, the service page carries the full breakdown of what we cover.
Doing plumbing work right matters, and we'll help you get it right, whether the situation is urgent or planned weeks out. When a pipe bursts or a sewer line backs up, we treat it as the emergency it is. Same-day service is available, and we are open every day of the week including weekends, from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Call, describe what is happening, and we will tell you what we can do and when.
For work that is not an emergency, scheduling is straightforward. You call, we talk through the job, confirm the price, and set a time that fits your day. If you manage a rental property and a tenant needs to be present, we work around that. If a business has to stay open during the repair, we plan the work accordingly. We'll handle the pipes so you don't have to.
Pick the date. We do the plumbing. We clean up after.
There is a point where a house has had enough individual pipe repairs that the honest conversation is about replacing the system rather than patching it again. Older homes in this area often have galvanized steel supply lines that corrode from the inside out over time. The signs are low water pressure that does not improve, rust-tinted water, and leaks that keep appearing in new places. When those signs are all present, a repipe is usually the more practical answer.
A whole-house repipe is a larger job, and we plan it that way. Before anything starts, we walk you through what access is needed, what order the work happens in, and how long each stage will take. For most homes, water service is interrupted only in short windows while connections are made. You are not left without water for the duration of the job.
Living in the house through a repipe is manageable when the job is planned well. We confirm the scope and the timeline before we schedule, so you know what to expect from the first day to the last. We stand behind every pipe and fixture we touch, and that applies to a repipe the same as it does to a single valve replacement.
Getting your plumbing problem handled starts with a quick call. The price for a plumbing job depends on what the fault turns out to be, what has to come apart to reach it, and what materials the repair requires. A simple fixture replacement and a corroded main line repair are not the same job, and the quote reflects what is actually involved.
What changes a quote: the accessibility of the pipe or fixture, whether the problem is straightforward or involves finding a hidden source, and whether the repair requires opening a wall or working in a tight crawl space. We tell you the price before we schedule anything, so you know what you are committing to. Ask what the quote covers and you get a straight answer.
You're talking to someone who knows the area and the older pipes in it. That means fewer surprises about what is behind the walls, and a more accurate picture of what the job involves before we start.
Outdoor taps and hose bibs take a beating in this region's winters. A bib that was not properly shut off before a hard freeze can crack and leak into the wall without showing any sign until spring. We repair and replace outdoor taps, install frost-free hose bibs that hold up through the cold season, and handle irrigation supply connections. If your outdoor tap is dripping or you want to make sure it is set up correctly before next winter, this is a straightforward service call.
Appliance connections are one of those jobs that look simple and go wrong in ways that are not obvious until water appears somewhere it should not. We handle washing machine supply and drain connections, dishwasher supply and drain lines, and the shutoff valves that serve them. When an appliance is being installed or replaced, getting the plumbing connections done properly from the start prevents the kind of slow leak that goes unnoticed for months.
A standard drain snake clears a blockage. Hydro jetting clears the pipe. When grease, scale, or years of buildup have reduced a drain line to a fraction of its original diameter, jetting is the method that actually restores flow rather than just punching a hole through the obstruction. We use hydro jetting on kitchen lines, main lines, and any run where the buildup is heavy enough that a snake alone will not hold.
Replacing a sink or installing a new vanity involves more than setting the fixture in place. Supply connections, drain assembly, shutoff valves, and making sure everything is properly sealed and leak-free are all part of the job. We handle sink and basin installation in kitchens and bathrooms, whether it is a straightforward swap or part of a larger renovation.
A backflow preventer stops contaminated water from flowing back into the clean supply. In certain commercial applications and irrigation setups, a tested and properly maintained backflow device is required. We install and service backflow prevention devices, confirm they are functioning correctly, and handle repairs when a device is no longer holding.
Hard water is common across this part of Wisconsin, and it shortens the life of water heaters, fixtures, and appliances by leaving mineral scale throughout the system. A water softener addresses the root cause. We install water softeners and whole-house filtration systems, connect them to the supply line, and make sure the system is set up correctly before we leave. If you have noticed scale buildup on fixtures or your water heater is running less efficiently than it used to, it is worth asking about softener installation when you call.
the page about drains and pipes answers most of what comes up before a visit.
We cover Richfield and the communities around it throughout Washington County. That includes Germantown, Lisbon, Jackson, Lannon, and Slinger. Whether you are in town or on a rural property outside it, we handle the full range of residential and commercial plumbing work. Simple booking. Clear pricing. Sound, lasting pipes.
Yes. We handle individual repairs regardless of the size of the job. Call and describe what needs to be done, and we will give you a price for that specific repair before scheduling. A small job that is left unattended often becomes a larger one, so it is worth getting it on the schedule.
Call us and describe what has changed since the original visit. A recurring blockage often points to something deeper in the line, such as root intrusion, a pipe that is partially collapsed, or a buildup that was not fully cleared the first time. We will assess what is happening and recommend the appropriate next step, which may include a camera inspection to see what the line actually looks like.
Permit requirements depend on the type of work and whether it falls under local or county jurisdiction. When a job requires a permit, that conversation happens before we schedule anything, so you know what is involved and what it covers. We confirm what applies to your address and your specific job.
Often yes. If you have several minor repairs, such as a dripping faucet, a running toilet, and a slow drain, we can assess the full list on the call and let you know whether they can be handled in one visit or whether some require a separate appointment. Grouping smaller jobs is efficient for both sides, and we will give you pricing that reflects the actual scope of the work.
Yes. We coordinate with other trades on jobs that involve more than one contractor, such as a kitchen or bathroom renovation where plumbing, tile, and carpentry overlap. When you call to discuss a project, let us know who else is involved so we can plan the plumbing work around the overall schedule.
It can. If a main line is partially blocked, running water from other fixtures pushes more flow toward the restriction and can cause a backup to appear at lower drain points in the home, such as a basement floor drain or a bathtub. If you suspect a main line issue, limit water use and call us so we can assess the situation before it backs up further.
Yes. We service well pump and pressure tank systems, diagnose low pressure on private water supplies, and handle the supply-side plumbing that connects a well system to the home. If your water pressure has dropped or the pressure tank is cycling in a way that does not seem right, a service call will tell you what is going on and what it takes to fix it.
Underground pipe work in shared or boundary areas involves access and coordination questions that we work through before the job starts. Call and describe the location and what you know about the pipe, and we will tell you what the repair involves and what considerations apply to that specific situation.
Dave's Plumbing & Heating is open every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Call (262) 955-2282, describe what you are dealing with, and we will give you a price before anything is scheduled. Once somebody has actually looked at the problem, you know what it involves and what it costs. That is where the guesswork ends.
Plumbing work also reaches these towns: Hartford, Pewaukee, Hartland, Cedarburg, Delafield.
We handle the full range of residential and commercial plumbing in Richfield, from a single dripping faucet to a burst pipe on a January night. The table below lays out the services we offer, what each one covers, and who it is most useful for. Call for a quote on any of them and we will confirm the price before anything is scheduled.
| Plumbing Service | Scope of Work | Best For | Worth Knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frozen & Burst Pipe Repair | burst pipe shutoff and repair, frozen pipe thaw and assessment, emergency pipe replacement | Washington County homes dealing with a mid-winter pipe failure or suspected freeze | Calling before a frozen pipe bursts gives us a chance to address it before water enters the structure |
| Pipe Insulation & Winterization | supply line insulation, frost-free hose bib installation, outdoor plumbing winterization | Homes with exposed pipes in crawl spaces, garages, or along exterior walls | Insulating before cold weather sets in is far less expensive than repairing a burst pipe after |
| Water Heater Repair & Replacement | tank and tankless repair, full unit replacement, sediment flush and thermostat service | Households with inconsistent hot water, an aging unit, or no hot water at all | We install both tank and tankless units and walk you through which makes sense for your home before anything is scheduled |
| Sewer & Main Line Service | main line clearing, sewer line repair and replacement, camera inspection | Properties where multiple fixtures are backing up or the line has not been serviced in years | Camera inspection takes the guesswork out of diagnosing what is happening underground |
| Emergency Plumbing | burst pipe response, major leak control, sewer backup and no-hot-water calls | Any situation where waiting until a scheduled appointment is not an option | We are open daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM and same-day service is available for urgent calls |
| Faucet & Fixture Installation | faucet repair and replacement, shower and tub plumbing, outdoor faucet and hose bib service | Remodels, fixture upgrades, or a dripping faucet that has been ignored too long | We make sure new fixtures are properly seated and leak-free before we leave |
| Sump Pump Installation | new sump pump installation, failed pump replacement, pump performance assessment | Homes with basements at risk from spring snowmelt or seasonal groundwater | Getting a pump installed or replaced before melt season is the lowest-stress way to handle it |
| Toilet Repair & Installation | running toilet repair, flapper and fill valve replacement, full toilet installation | Any home or rental unit with a running, leaking, or non-flushing toilet | A running toilet can waste hundreds of gallons a day, a quick repair pays for itself fast |
| Water Pressure & Shutoff Valve Repair | pressure-reducing valve service, shutoff valve repair and replacement, main shutoff service | Homes with low pressure throughout or a shutoff valve that will not fully close | A shutoff valve that does not close fully becomes a serious problem during a pipe emergency |
| Garbage Disposal Service | disposal repair, full unit replacement, under-sink leak repair | Kitchens with a disposal that hums, leaks, or trips the reset repeatedly | Most disposal issues are diagnosed and resolved in a single visit |
| Drain Cleaning & Clog Removal | kitchen and bathroom drain clearing, main line blockages, slow drain diagnosis | Homes or rentals with recurring slow drains or a full backup | A slow drain is often an early sign of a developing main line problem, catching it early keeps the repair smaller |
| Leak Detection & Repair | supply line and joint leaks, pinhole pipe repair, hidden leak location | Anyone with an unexplained water bill spike or visible moisture with no clear source | Hidden leaks cause structural damage before they surface, locating the source early limits the repair scope |
Call (262) 955-2282 to get a quote on any of the services above, and we will walk you through what the job involves and what it costs before anything is scheduled.
(262) 955-2282