Plumbing Repair Services in St. Louis
Water goes where it wants. Our job is to make it go where it's supposed to. Whether you've got a dripping faucet that's been bugging you for six months or a pipe that just let go in your basement, we handle plumbing repairs across the entire St. Louis metro — from Florissant to Fenton, South County to St. Charles.
We're not a plumbing company that charges you $150 just to show up. We're a handyman service that does plumbing right. That means we fix what's broken, replace what's worn out, and tell you the truth about what you actually need. No upselling, no scare tactics, no "well, while we're here you should also..."
Plumbing Repairs Across the St. Louis Metro
Uncle Phil's provides plumbing repairs throughout the greater St. Louis area. Here are some of the communities we serve most often:
What We Fix
Here's the short version: if water comes in, goes out, or gets heated in your house, we can probably fix it. Here's the longer version:
Leak Repair
Dripping faucets, leaking supply lines, sweating pipes, toilet base leaks, and those mystery puddles that show up under the sink. We track it down and fix it — not just slap some tape on it.
Drain Clearing
Kitchen sinks that drain slow, bathroom sinks clogged with years of toothpaste and hair, tub drains that won't budge. We clear the line and check for bigger problems downstream.
Pipe Replacement
A lot of St. Louis homes — especially those 1950s and 60s brick ranches in South County and Lemay — still have galvanized pipes. When they corrode through or burst during a January cold snap, we replace sections or repipe as needed.
Fixture Installation
New faucet? New toilet? We install kitchen and bath fixtures and make sure the shutoff valves, supply lines, and drain connections are all solid. We also swap out old shower heads, install hand-held sprayers, and replace those ancient two-handle setups.
Water Heater Basics
We handle water heater maintenance — flushing sediment, replacing anode rods, swapping T&P valves, and thermostat adjustments. If your water heater needs a full replacement, we'll tell you honestly and can recommend a licensed plumber for the gas work.
Garbage Disposals
Jammed, leaking, or just dead — we replace garbage disposals and can usually have a new one running the same day. We carry common models on the truck so you don't have to wait on a parts order.
Common Problems We Fix
These are the calls we get every week. If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone.
"My kitchen faucet drips all night."
Usually a worn cartridge or O-ring. Takes about 30 minutes to fix and saves you $20–30 a month on your water bill. Don't let it go — that constant drip adds up fast, and in St. Louis with MSD rates climbing every year, you're literally pouring money down the drain.
"The toilet runs constantly."
Nine times out of ten, it's the flapper. Sometimes it's the fill valve. Either way, it's a quick fix. A running toilet can waste 200 gallons a day. That's not a typo.
"We have no hot water."
Could be a tripped breaker (electric), a pilot light that went out (gas), or sediment buildup in the tank. We diagnose it on-site. If it's something we can fix, we fix it. If the unit is 15 years old and on its last legs, we'll tell you that too.
"There's a wet spot on my ceiling."
Upstairs bathroom leak — usually a wax ring on the toilet, a failed supply line, or a tub drain that's pulled away from the pipe. We open it up, find the source, and fix the plumbing. Drywall repair is extra, but we do that too.
"Pipes froze last winter."
St. Louis winters are no joke. When it drops below zero — and it does, every year — exposed pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls freeze and crack. We replace burst sections and can add insulation to prevent it from happening again next January.
Why Homeowners Call Us Instead of a Plumber
Licensed plumbers are great for big jobs — sewer lines, whole-house repipes, gas work. But for everyday plumbing repairs? You don't need to pay $150 for a service call before anyone even picks up a wrench. We charge fairly, show up on time, and fix the problem.
Free Estimates
We look at the problem and tell you what it costs. No trip charge, no diagnostic fee.
Same-Week Service
Most plumbing repairs get scheduled within a few days. Emergencies get priority.
Honest Pricing
We quote a price and stick to it. If something changes, we talk to you first.
Plumbing FAQ
Do you do plumbing work without a license?
Can a handyman replace a water heater?
How much does it cost to install a new faucet?
What should I do if I have an active water leak right now?
Do you clear clogged drains?
Can you install a new faucet I already bought?
How much does a typical plumbing repair cost?
Do you handle emergency plumbing?
How do I shut off my water in an emergency?
Related Services
Plumbing repairs often go hand-in-hand with these other services:
Recommended Reading
More from our blog on plumbing and water-related home issues:
The Real Cost of Putting Off Home Repairs
A dripping faucet costs $150 to fix today and $5,000 to fix in six months. Why deferred plumbing repairs always escalate.
Storm Damage to Your St. Louis Home? First 48 Hours
Active leak from storm damage? The order of operations for safety, documentation, mitigation, and insurance.
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