Plumbing and Furnace Repair in Anacortes, WA

Plumbing and Heating Service in Anacortes

It’s pretty easy to take a home’s plumbing system for granted. In most cases, Anacortes, WA homeowners don’t have a lot of plumbing problems, but when a problem does occur, it’s important to touch bases with an expert to better understand what you’re facing. With advice from the pros, it’s easier to determine how to proceed. Here are a few things to consider when plumbing issues arise.

Pipes Don’t Last Forever

The types of plumbing lines used in homes have changed over the years, but all plumbing systems have one thing in common: they have a finite lifespan. Obviously, some materials will last longer than others, but no material used for plumbing will last indefinitely.

For years, galvanized pipes were used for water supply lines. However, those pipes deteriorated from the inside, leaving homeowners with major issues before they knew a problem was developing. If your home still has galvanized supply lines, ask a professional plumber to inspect the system.

Later, copper became popular, and it’s still a good option, but even copper lines experience deterioration over time. If your home’s copper plumbing is over twenty years old or if you’ve experienced leaks in the past, consider having a plumber check the system to determine if problems are developing.

Plastics are common, with different types of plastic now commonly seen in both supply and drain lines. One material used in the past was polybutylene. That material proved to be problematic and was recalled several years ago. However, there are still homes that have this material.

Other plastics have been used with varying degrees of success. Some tend to become brittle over time, which can lead to cracks and, of course, leaks. PEX is a newer type of plastic that’s gained in popularity. Ask our team of experts if your home’s plumbing lines should be inspected, especially if those pipes are older.

Sewer Lines Need Respect

Plumbing experts all agree that Sewers & Drains don’t get the respect they deserve. People tend to put things down their drains that shouldn’t be there. That leads to clogs that can be difficult to clear. Grease and a variety of paper products tend to find their way into home sewer lines, and those materials create major headaches for property owners.

Another issue commonly seen is home sewer lines leading to septic systems or municipal sewer lines being crushed by vehicles. Delivery and service trucks are often driven over yards to make it easier to load and unload items. That’s okay if there are no water, sewer, or utility lines buried in the area. If damage to underground lines occurs, the repairs can be costly. Never drive over areas where many types of utilities are buried. It’s just not worth the risk.

Servicing or Repairing Appliances

Today’s homes use several appliances that require water. Most of them are at the end of a line, which means it’s relatively easy to shut off the water supply to the appliance without disrupting the remainder of the home. Water Heaters are different. They cannot be serviced or replaced without creating a major inconvenience for the home’s occupants.

That’s why routine water heater maintenance shouldn’t be ignored. Water contains minerals that tend to separate out and cling to the interior of a water heater. If a system is never flushed and cleaned, damage to the water heater will occur and shorten the appliance’s life. We always recommend maintaining water heaters on a regular schedule.

If your water heater does fail, take the time to ask questions and review the different replacement options now available. Our team works with property owners to determine which type and size of water heater will best meet a specific home’s needs.

Comfort Appliances Need Regular Servicing to Avoid Problems

Heating & Air conditioning systems are used throughout the year. While our weather isn’t severe, no one wants to live through cold or hot days without a fully functioning HVAC system. As a rule, we suggest all cooling and heating appliances are serviced at least once per year.

Some property owners don’t feel they need to schedule routine service, as their appliances are newer. To an extent, that’s true. We don’t see any major issues developing with newer comfort appliances, but they still need cleaning and adjustments to ensure they function efficiently.

Some family members may suffer from respiratory conditions, and that’s another reason to schedule routine services. When systems are dirty, respiratory issues tend to become worse as dust is circulated through the home. Simply changing filters will help to some degree, but there are other precautions to take when one or more family members have respiratory problems.

AC Repair is commonly needed during the summer. However, the majority of emergency repair situations could have been avoided by having the system inspected and serviced before the hot weather arrived. While Anacortes doesn’t experience a lot of hot days, our humidity tends to make any hot weather difficult to bear. If your AC system hasn’t been maintained recently, now is a good time to contact the LaVergne's Plumbing and Heating team to schedule an appointment.

Inspections Always Make Sense

We recommend homeowners schedule routine inspections of their plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. Not every home has the same needs, so we’ll always discuss your home’s systems, their age, and prior problems when recommending a maintenance or inspection schedule.

Inspection services are not expensive, and we’re dedicated to working with our clients to make sure all plumbing systems and comfort appliances perform properly. In most instances, maintenance or minor repairs will be all your home’s systems need. However, if major issues are identified, we’ll take the time to explain what the issues are and how they can be addressed.

Many Anacortes property owners are also seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprints and keep their energy bills low. We’ll gladly work with property owners to determine where energy savings can be made. Again, many solutions will be simple and cost little. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact our team today.

Recent Jobs and Reviews in Anacortes, WA

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Reviews

Excellent service
Cody did a great job disconnecting and plugging an unwanted sink. It involved going into the crawl space and while he was there he noticed some of the insulation had been pulled down and also a duct line that had been torn open. He put the insulation back in place but wasn't able to repair the damage duct line since he didn't have the materials to do it. His noticing and pointing out the problem allowed me to get it fixed before it became a larger problem.
Gary - Anacortes, WA 98221
Excellent service
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Job Locations

Ana Lucia  V.
Ana Lucia V.
We provide full-service plumbing: toilets, showers, outdoor plumbing, water heaters, and more—throughout Whatcom and Skagit. We are currently in the process of identifying a leak in Anacortes.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - We provide full-service plumbing: toilets, showers, outdoor plumbing, water heaters, and more—throughout Whatcom and Skagit. We are currently in the process of identifying a leak in Anacortes.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Gas water heater repair
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Gas water heater repair
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Shower faucet handle repair
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Shower faucet handle repair
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Working hard on a clogged dishwasher and garbage disposal line. Years of build up jetted away.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Working hard on a clogged dishwasher and garbage disposal line.  Years of build up jetted away.
Anacortes, WA - Working hard on a clogged dishwasher and garbage disposal line.  Years of build up jetted away.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Shocking a well pump system to treat for coliform
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Shocking a well pump system to treat for coliform
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
troubleshooting and in process of repairing hot water to the customers home. Intermittent hot water and specific areas not through out the home.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - troubleshooting and in process of repairing hot water to the customers home. Intermittent hot water and specific areas not through out the home.
Anacortes, WA - troubleshooting and in process of repairing hot water to the customers home. Intermittent hot water and specific areas not through out the home.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
I replaced a kitchen faucet for a customer using a Delta faucet that the customer provided.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - 
I replaced a kitchen faucet for a customer using a Delta faucet that the customer provided.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
We’re currently working on a sewer line inspection to ensure everything is functioning properly for a new buyer. At LaVergne Plumbing & Heating, we use the latest equipment to take inspections to the next level—providing clear, accurate results and peace of mind during real estate transactions. Spartan Tools
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - We’re currently working on a sewer line inspection to ensure everything is functioning properly for a new buyer.

At LaVergne Plumbing & Heating, we use the latest equipment to take inspections to the next level—providing clear, accurate results and peace of mind during real estate transactions. Spartan Tools
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Noritz on demand system maintenance with full flush
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Noritz on demand system maintenance with full flush
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Clearing two clogged toilets
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Clearing two clogged toilets
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Leaking pipe repair and puling and resetting a toilet with a new wax ring.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Leaking pipe repair and puling and resetting a toilet with a new wax ring.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Installing new gas line and upgrading to an on demand water heater!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Installing new gas line and upgrading to an on demand water heater!
Anacortes, WA - Installing new gas line and upgrading to an on demand water heater!
Ana Lucia  V.
Ana Lucia V.
We handle clogged drains, sewer inspections, and rooter service for homes throughout Whatcom and Skagit County.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - We handle clogged drains, sewer inspections, and rooter service for homes throughout Whatcom and Skagit County.
Anacortes, WA - We handle clogged drains, sewer inspections, and rooter service for homes throughout Whatcom and Skagit County.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Installing a new electric hot water tank for our cusotmer. Call us today!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Installing a new electric hot water tank for our cusotmer. 

Call us today!
Anacortes, WA - Installing a new electric hot water tank for our cusotmer. 

Call us today!
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Grease trap clog clearing.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Grease trap clog clearing.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Bathroom faucet replacement and shower handle repair.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Bathroom faucet replacement and shower handle repair.
Anacortes, WA - Bathroom faucet replacement and shower handle repair.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Gas line capping off.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Gas line capping off.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Replacing leaking outdoor faucet
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Replacing leaking outdoor faucet
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Well pump repair- Customer has no water. Running diagnostics.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Well pump repair- Customer has no water. Running diagnostics.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Getting ready for a new Kholer kitchen sink installation
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Getting ready for a new Kholer kitchen sink installation
Anacortes, WA - Getting ready for a new Kholer kitchen sink installation
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Main line clogged? Our experts have the right equipment to clear the blockage and get your system flowing again!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Main line clogged? 
Our experts have the right equipment to clear the blockage and get your system flowing again!
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Dealing with a leaky toilet from the base? Don’t wait — call LaVergne Plumbing & Heating! We’ll get it fixed quickly and professionally.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Dealing with a leaky toilet from the base? Don’t wait — call LaVergne Plumbing & Heating! We’ll get it fixed quickly and professionally.
Anacortes, WA - Dealing with a leaky toilet from the base? Don’t wait — call LaVergne Plumbing & Heating! We’ll get it fixed quickly and professionally.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
We are currently working on a broken shower valve. Call the plumber near by at LaVergne Plumbing & Heating!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - We are currently working on a broken shower valve. 

Call the plumber near by at LaVergne Plumbing & Heating!
Anacortes, WA - We are currently working on a broken shower valve. 

Call the plumber near by at LaVergne Plumbing & Heating!
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
sewer scope for exterior drains.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - sewer scope for exterior drains.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Main water line leak repair.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Main water line leak repair.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Leaking shower tub faucet repair
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Leaking shower tub faucet repair
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Main water line leak repair.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Main water line leak repair.
Ana Lucia  V.
Ana Lucia V.
Call your trusted plumbers for any toilet repairs, faucet replacements, and bathroom upgrades done right, serving Whatcom and Skagit homes and businesses.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Call your trusted plumbers for any toilet repairs, faucet replacements, and bathroom upgrades done right, serving Whatcom and Skagit homes and businesses.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
New PRV valve replacement with full house inspection.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - New PRV valve replacement with full house inspection.
Ana Lucia  V.
Ana Lucia V.
Expert plumbing services throughout Whatcom & Skagit County—clogged drains, water heaters, leak repair, and more! Call us today for reliable service!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Expert plumbing services throughout Whatcom & Skagit County—clogged drains, water heaters, leak repair, and more! Call us today for reliable service!
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Clearing slow sinks. Bathroom and kitchen now draining fast!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Clearing slow sinks. Bathroom and kitchen now draining fast!
Anacortes, WA - Clearing slow sinks. Bathroom and kitchen now draining fast!
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Yearly maintenance and system check for a sewer pump.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Yearly maintenance and system check for a sewer pump.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Attic electric water heater replacement.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Attic electric water heater replacement.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Leak repair - full home inspection
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Leak repair - full home inspection
Ana Lucia  V.
Ana Lucia V.
We are expert plumbing services throughout Whatcom & Skagit County—clogged drains, water heaters, leak repair, and more!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - We are expert plumbing services throughout Whatcom & Skagit County—clogged drains, water heaters, leak repair, and more!
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Bathroom shower leak diagnostic and repair
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Bathroom shower leak diagnostic and repair
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Leaking gas water heater replacement.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Leaking gas water heater replacement.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Shower trim installation and setting a new shower valve.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Shower trim installation and setting a new shower valve.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Toilet not working properly and need an expert? We’re on the job! Currently working on a toilet repair to get things back to normal—call LaVergne Plumbing & Heating for reliable help! The local plumber and we are near you!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Toilet not working properly and need an expert?
We’re on the job! Currently working on a toilet repair to get things back to normal—call LaVergne Plumbing & Heating for reliable help!

The local plumber and we are near you!
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Clogged kitchen or shower drain? We’re here to help and prevent a bigger mess—call LaVergne Plumbing & Heating today!
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Clogged kitchen or shower drain?
We’re here to help and prevent a bigger mess—call LaVergne Plumbing & Heating today!
Anacortes, WA - Clogged kitchen or shower drain?
We’re here to help and prevent a bigger mess—call LaVergne Plumbing & Heating today!
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Leaking kitchen sink repair with a leaking electric water heater repair.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Leaking kitchen sink repair with a leaking electric water heater repair.
Anacortes, WA - Leaking kitchen sink repair with a leaking electric water heater repair.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Main line clog repair. Clean out install with hydrojetting and minor repipe.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Main line clog repair. Clean out install with hydrojetting and minor repipe.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Leaking toilet repair. New supply lines and pull and reset.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Leaking toilet repair. New supply lines and pull and reset.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
PRV valve installation and expansion tank installation for the water heater.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - PRV valve installation and expansion tank installation for the water heater.
LaVergne Plumbing .
LaVergne Plumbing .
Main line clog clearing. Sewer scope and auger . Line cleared and safety check
Anacortes, WA 98221
Anacortes, WA - Main line clog clearing. Sewer scope and auger . Line cleared and safety check