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Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
In Business Since 1993
Leak Detection and Repair in Columbus, OH
A drip under the sink is easy to spot. A leak inside a wall, under a floor or along the water line isn't. We track leaks down, fix them and give you a flat price before any work. From our office on West Goodale Boulevard.
Signs of a Hidden Leak
Hidden leaks show up in small ways first:
A Higher Water Bill
If your bill rises and your habits didn't change, water is going somewhere you can't see.
Stains, Bubbles or Soft Spots
Ceiling stains, bubbling paint or a soft floor point to water behind the surface.
A Musty Basement
A damp smell with no visible water often traces back to a slow leak.
The Meter Keeps Moving
Turn everything off and watch the meter. If it moves, you have a leak.
Leak Repairs We Handle
From a dripping trap to a split line in a wall:
Fixture and Valve Leaks
Faucets, shutoff valves, supply lines and traps. See faucet repair.
Hidden Pipe Leaks
Leaks in walls, ceilings and floors, found with as little opening up as possible.
Water Line Leaks
Leaks on the main water line, basement supply lines and connections in crawl spaces.
Why Leaks Start in Columbus Homes
About 1 in 4 Columbus homes was built before 1960. Pipe from those years wears in predictable ways.
Galvanized Steel
Galvanized pipe rusts from the inside, narrows and weakens at the threaded joints. That's where most leaks in older homes start.
Older Copper and Fittings
Older copper can pinhole, and old valves and fittings wear out. A valve that won't close all the way is a leak in waiting.
Freeze and Thaw
Central Ohio winters swing between hard freezes and quick thaws. A pipe can split in January and not leak until it warms up. See burst pipe repair.
The J. Blanton Difference614-547-6516
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Finding the leak is half the job. Here's how we handle the rest.
1. Pinpoint Before We Open Anything
We narrow down the location first, so any opening is small.
2. A Flat Price First
One number for the repair before any work begins.
3. Clean Up
Shoe covers on, work area protected and cleaned up when we're done.
Customer Stories
Leak Repair Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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"Edgar Herrera was a stellar representative for J Blanton’s. He addressed the broken water pipe in an efficient, timely manner. He offered approximate next steps. Definitely 5 stars!"
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"Tony Z did a great job replacing leaky pipes under my kitchen sink. He checked throughly to make sure the issue was solved. The whole experience was positive. I recommend."
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"Fantastic service! J. Blanton Plumbing provided same day service when our bathroom was flooding due to a faulty pipe. Anthony went above and beyond, and did not leave our home until the issue was resolved. He was professional, pleasant and communicative throughout the process and provided the best experience we have had in a long time. It's safe to say that we will continue to use the services of J. [...]"
Got Questions?
Leak Questions From Columbus Homeowners
Turn off all fixtures and watch your meter. If it moves, you likely have a leak.
Turn off every fixture and check your water meter. If the meter keeps moving, water is going somewhere. Other signs include a higher water bill, stains, bubbling paint, soft floors and a musty smell.
Usually. We narrow down the location first so any opening is small.
In most cases we can narrow down the location before opening anything, so any opening is small and targeted. We'll show you where we think the leak is and why before we cut.
If the leaks are on old galvanized pipe, replacing those sections can stop the cycle.
If the leaks keep showing up on original galvanized pipe, replacing the worst sections, or the whole run, can stop the cycle of one repair after another. We'll show you where the pipe is failing and explain both options.
It depends on location and access. You get a flat price first.
It depends on where the leak is, how easy it is to reach and what the pipe or fixture needs. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Columbus
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Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Burst & Frozen Pipes
Repair for pipes that froze or burst, from basement water lines to outdoor spigots.
Toilets & Fixtures
Running toilets, leaky faucets and new fixture installs for kitchens and bathrooms.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Found a Leak? Let's Stop It.
Our Columbus office is at 1387 W. Goodale Blvd, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Grandview Heights, Upper Arlington, Clintonville, Victorian Village, German Village, Bexley, Hilliard, Dublin and more.
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