Oakes Plumbing & Heating | Reliable Plumber in South Burlington, VT

The best prevention is to have a professional winterize your outdoor faucets. At Oakes Plumbing & Heating, we can properly drain and shut off the water supply to these lines, and install frost-proof sillcocks if needed. We also recommend disconnecting and storing garden hoses before the first hard freeze to prevent ice blockages that can lead to pipe damage inside your walls.

Frequent drain buildup is common here. While chemical cleaners offer a temporary fix, they can damage pipes. For a lasting solution, our plumbing inspection service can use a camera to identify the root cause—often hair, soap scum, or mineral deposits from our local water. Based on the findings, we can perform a thorough professional cleaning or recommend a plumbing repair or replacement of problematic pipe sections to restore proper flow.

Absolutely. During a new shower or bathtub installation, we have the opportunity to upgrade the underlying plumbing. We can install larger diameter drain pipes or more accessible P-traps that are less prone to clogs. This is an ideal time to address chronic slow-drain problems with a modern, efficient plumbing system designed to handle the specific water and usage patterns in your South Burlington home.