Welcome to Gatordrain & Plumbing
Your Gainesville and Alachua County, Florida Plumber!

Once a water heater tank leaks it cannot be repaired and must be replaced. If the parts attached to the water heater leak, this can often be repaired. However, there are occasions that make the tank look like it is leaking when in fact it is not. The experienced plumbers at Gatordrain & Plumbing can inspect your leak and determine if it can be repaired. Most companies don’t bother and just want to replace the tank.

There are many potential dangers to improper water heater installation not to mention poor performance and higher energy costs. We have expertise on gas and electric for both tank and tankless water heaters. Our goal is to first repair your water heater. If it can’t be repaired we will install your new water heater in a seamless, efficient fashion. We offer great pricing, a wide range of models/options and flexible appointments.

We charge by the job, not by the hour. You don’t order your food at a restaurant without knowing the price first, so why would you allow someone to do much more substantial work in your home without knowing the price? At Gatordrain & Plumbing we thoroughly evaluate your problem and give you a set price prior to performing the work. That price will not change unless the scope of work changes, no matter how long the job takes. Even if the job takes longer than expected or we have to go to the supply house for parts, your cost is the same. The cost of a steak shouldn’t depend on how long it takes the chef to cook it and neither should your plumbing repairs. We offer a 10% discount to Seniors, Veterans and UF employees.

Have you been told you have a “root joint” in your sewer and the only thing that can be done is to dig up the sewer and replace it? While it is sometimes the case that a spot might need to be excavated and repaired due to a broken pipe, roots alone do not mean this is necessary. Roots can be cleaned out of most sewer lines very effectively. In fact, so effectively that in most instances we will guarantee they will not grow back causing a clog for at least 6 months. That is expertise that you can rely on and spare your yard from excavation!

Many do-it-yourselfer homeowners think installing a new toilet themselves is easy and a way to save money. However, improper installation of a toilet can mean thousands of dollars in repairs from water damage (gross!). The toilet must be level, the wax ring properly set and the toilet must be properly secured. Hiring a licensed plumber is best when replacing a toilet. Call Gatordrain and Plumbing for you toilet repairs and replacements!

Most people will at some point experience a broken or leaking faucet from bathrooms to kitchens to outside hose bibs. Most faucets can be repaired so you can be back in working order quickly. We carry on our trucks the most common brands of faucet repair kits so you can be back up and running quickly.  However, if you decide to update your faucets, we can install your new faucet correctly and efficiently.  Updating faucets is a great way to update your home and increase its market value.

It is wise to exercise (close and open) all the valves in your house, including the shut off for your water heater (located above and right of most standard tanks) and the stops for all faucets and toilets. Stops are located below the faucet in the vanity or kitchen cabinet. If you have a main shut off outside your house it should be included as well. Exercising these valves at least quarterly can keep them from becoming seized in place and unworkable in the case of an emergency leak which could lead to extensive property damage rather quickly. If they do not close all the way the valve should be replaced before it becomes an emergency. A little bit of proactive effort can save you many fold in the long run.

Remember as we move to colder temperatures to disconnect any hoses from outside hose bibs. Water in the hose can freeze and freeze the hose bib and pipes. Frozen pipes will burst creating a big mess!

Remember, when you attempt to tackle plumbing problems on your own, you run the risk of personal injury and making matters worse, and much more expensive. Don’t compromise your plumbing infrastructure when Gatordrain & Plumbing is on hand. Whether your plumbing repair issue is an emergency or simply a nuisance, we’ll respond quickly, and we’ll always do our best to offer cost-effective solutions.  If you’re looking for affordable plumbing repair services that don’t skimp on quality, Gatordrain & Plumbing is the place to turn.  We are fully licensed with more than 25 years of experience.