Plumber in Orlando, FL
We handle leaky pipes, clogged drains and water heater repair in Orlando homes. Call 24/7, and see the price before we do any work.
Your Local Plumber in Orlando
As a plumber in Orlando, Bryan Plumbing sees a lot of mineral scale. Most homes in the city get water from the Orlando Utilities Commission, or OUC. It comes from deep wells in the Lower Floridan Aquifer and is treated with ozone. Many people say it tastes cleaner than they expected. But treatment does not take out all the calcium and magnesium from the limestone. The water is hard, so it leaves scale behind. You see it as white crust on shower heads and scale inside water heaters. Faucet cartridges also get stiff too soon.
Orlando homes range from very old to brand new. College Park, Delaney Park and the streets near Lake Eola have homes from the early days of the city. Many still have cast iron drains and galvanized pipe. Conway, Rosemont and much of MetroWest were built later. Some homes from that time have gray polybutylene water pipe, which can fail without warning. Baldwin Park and Lake Nona are newer, with plastic water lines and tankless heaters. Newer systems still need regular care to keep working well.
Central Florida also sits on limestone that slowly dissolves underground. This is called karst, and it can cause sinkholes and settling across the area. Summer storms can drop heavy rain in a short time. Hurricanes like Ian in 2022 also flooded inland streets. So buried pipes can shift, and drains get pushed hard. Bryan Plumbing handles all of these problems in Orlando homes, from small leaks to broken sewer lines. You always approve the price before we begin any work.
Common Plumbing Problems in Orlando
Orlando homes have a different mix of plumbing problems than homes on the coast. These are the ones we see most.
Mineral Scale in Water Heaters
Aquifer water carries dissolved minerals. Over time they coat heating elements and clog faucet aerators. They also wear out water heaters and dishwashers early. Flushing a tank heater and descaling a tankless unit on a regular schedule helps a lot.
Polybutylene Supply Pipe
Some Orlando homes built in the polybutylene era still have this gray plastic pipe. It can split or leak at the fittings with no warning. Look for it in your garage or near the water heater. If you find it, plan a repipe before it fails.
Sinkholes and Shifting Ground
Karst ground means parts of Orange County see settling and sinkholes. When the soil moves, buried water lines and sewer lines can crack or pull apart. Watch for water pooling in a dry yard. A water meter that spins with everything off is another sign.
Flooding After Big Storms
Ian and Milton both dropped heavy rain on Central Florida. Low streets near lakes and ponds flooded, and some homes had sewage back up into tubs. We still find drain lines filled with sand and dirt from those storms.
Old Drains in Historic Homes
Homes near Lake Eola, Thornton Park and College Park often still have their first cast iron and clay drain lines. Tree roots grow into the old joints. Slow drains or clogs that keep coming back usually mean the line needs repair, not just another cleaning.
Orlando Plumbing Facts
Public data that shapes plumbing in Orlando homes. Sources are listed at the bottom of the page.
Water source: Lower Floridan Aquifer
Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) draws its drinking water from the Lower Floridan Aquifer, a source it has used since 1957, and treats it with ozone.[1]
Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)Moderately hard water
OUC lists the average hardness of its water at 129 ppm, or about 7 grains per gallon, on its water services page (accessed 2026).[2]
Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)Population, 2020 Census
The 2020 Census counted 307,573 residents in the city of Orlando.[3]
U.S. Census BureauMedian year homes built
Half of Orlando's housing units were built in 1992 or earlier, per the Census Bureau's 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.[4]
U.S. Census BureauWinter Park sinkhole, 1981
On May 8, 1981, a sinkhole opened in neighboring Winter Park that grew to roughly 300 feet across and about 80 feet deep, swallowing a house, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.[5]
U.S. Geological SurveyPlumbing Services in Orlando, FL
Orlando Neighborhoods We Serve
- College Park
- Thornton Park
- Delaney Park
- Lake Eola Heights
- Colonialtown
- Audubon Park
- Baldwin Park
- Conway
- Rosemont
- MetroWest
- Lake Nona
- Lake Davis-Greenwood
- Wadeview Park
Why Orlando Homeowners Choose Bryan Plumbing
Hard Water Know-How
Bryan Plumbing knows what aquifer minerals do to Orlando water heaters, valves and fixtures. We explain your options in plain words.
Price Agreed Before Work
Your price is set up front and written down. Work begins only after you say yes.
No Waiting Around All Day
You get a text or phone call before the plumber gets to your door. So you do not have to wait by the window.
Same-Day Plumbing Repairs
Our trucks carry common parts, so many Orlando repairs get done in one visit. Our workmanship warranty applies to parts and labor.
Orlando Plumbing FAQ
Is there a 24/7 emergency plumber in Orlando?
Yes. You can reach Bryan Plumbing at (607) 318-0383 any hour of the day. Call us for burst pipes, sewer backups, leaking water heaters and toilets that overflow. Turn off the main water valve if water is spreading. We show you the price first, and work begins only when you agree.
Why does my shower head get white crust in Orlando?
That crust is mineral scale. OUC water comes from the Lower Floridan Aquifer, which runs through limestone. Calcium and magnesium stay in the water after treatment. Soaking the shower head in vinegar helps for a while. A softener or filter cuts it at the source. Bryan Plumbing can help you pick the right one.
How can I tell if my Orlando home has polybutylene pipe?
Look where the water line comes into the house, often in the garage. Also check the pipes near the water heater. Polybutylene is usually gray, sometimes blue, and it bends. It is often joined with metal crimp rings or plastic fittings. If you find it, we can give you a written quote to replace it.
Can a sinkhole cause a high water bill in Orlando?
Not usually, but moving ground in Central Florida can crack buried pipes. A high bill more often comes from a running toilet, a hidden slab leak or a broken sprinkler line. We can find the leak and fix it. If you see cracks in your foundation or the ground sinking, also call your insurer and an engineer.
Who do I call if I smell gas in Orlando?
Leave the house right away and take everyone with you. Do not flip light switches or use the car in the garage. From the street, call the gas utility and 911. Once they say the home is safe, Bryan Plumbing can repair a gas water heater or appliance hookup. You approve a written price first.
The Bryan Plumbing Promise
Need a plumber in Orlando for a running toilet in Audubon Park or a water heater gone cold in Lake Nona? Reach Bryan Plumbing by phone at (607) 318-0383 or by email at [email protected]. You get a written quote, and your plumber shows up with shoe covers on.
- Licensed and insured
- Phone answered 24/7
- Price agreed before work starts
- Workmanship warranty on parts and labor
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Sources
- Water Services. Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC). Accessed October 15, 2026.
- Water Services: Frequently Asked Questions. Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC). Accessed October 15, 2026.
- P1 Race, 2020 Decennial Census Redistricting Data (PL 94-171). U.S. Census Bureau. Accessed October 15, 2026.
- B25035 Median Year Structure Built, ACS 5-Year Estimates 2024. U.S. Census Bureau. Accessed October 15, 2026.
- Winter Park, Florida Sinkhole of 1981. U.S. Geological Survey. Accessed October 15, 2026.