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Avatar for King Rooter & Plumbing
King Rooter & Plumbing
6271 Beach St
4.59(
27
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Approved Pro
King Rooter & Plumbing
6271 Beach St
4.59(
27
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
126 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Plumbing Denver: We offer residential and commercial plumbing services with fast response, skilled work, and affordable pricing. We can solve all of your plumbing repairs & installation, drain, sewer, water heater, and remodeling project needs. Each licensed plumbing technician that we have on staff is just a phone call away! CALL 303-949-2593 to schedule service. "Where The Customer Gets Treated As Royalty" TRUSTED SINCE 2006 King Rooter & Plumbing has been plumbing in Denver since 2006. Our expert plumbers are Denver’s trusted source for quickly assessing and solving your plumbing, drain, sewer, or water problems. When you need a Plumbing Company in Denver, no one beats King Rooter & Plumbing. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Qualified Plumbing Denver: Every plumber on staff is available when you need immediate help. We are a locally owned & operated family business with fully licensed plumbers. Over 20 years experience Master Plumber License: #MP-00600245 Plumbing Contractor License: #0002789 Insured – General Liability $2,000,000 Excellent Customer Reviews Locally Owned and Operated 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

"Incredible service! Had a few people come by with estimates and a lot of sales tactics / tricks, which would have cost much more than needed. Jonathan came and performed a great inspection, explained everything really well and did a terrific job. He was incredibly thorough and knowledgeable. Can’t thank him and King Rooter enough!"

Hong L on July 2025

Plumbing Denver: We offer residential and commercial plumbing services with fast response, skilled work, and affordable pricing. We can solve all of your plumbing repairs & installation, drain, sewer, water heater, and remodeling project needs. Each licensed plumbing technician that we have on staff is just a phone call away! CALL 303-949-2593 to schedule service. "Where The Customer Gets Treated As Royalty" TRUSTED SINCE 2006 King Rooter & Plumbing has been plumbing in Denver since 2006. Our expert plumbers are Denver’s trusted source for quickly assessing and solving your plumbing, drain, sewer, or water problems. When you need a Plumbing Company in Denver, no one beats King Rooter & Plumbing. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Qualified Plumbing Denver: Every plumber on staff is available when you need immediate help. We are a locally owned & operated family business with fully licensed plumbers. Over 20 years experience Master Plumber License: #MP-00600245 Plumbing Contractor License: #0002789 Insured – General Liability $2,000,000 Excellent Customer Reviews Locally Owned and Operated 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

"Incredible service! Had a few people come by with estimates and a lot of sales tactics / tricks, which would have cost much more than needed. Jonathan came and performed a great inspection, explained everything really well and did a terrific job. He was incredibly thorough and knowledgeable. Can’t thank him and King Rooter enough!"

Hong L on July 2025


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Limelight Services LLC
5255 Ronald Reagan Blvd
4.71(
17
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Approved Pro
Limelight Services LLC
5255 Ronald Reagan Blvd
4.71(
17
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
252 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Limelight Services is the only family owned, Google 5-star-average (with 300+ reviews) electrical, plumbing, and HVAC home services company located in Northern Colorado. We pride ourselves in finding creative solutions to your needs, from the simplest troubleshooting problem to the most complex project. We are your on-time, same day electrician, plumber, and HVAC specialist. We strive to offer 5 star service from the first moment we communicate, and for years to come. Our goal is to be your home services company of choice for as long as you own a home in Northern Colorado. We understand that we must be exceptional for that to happen, and we do all we can to live up to our promises. The result? The level of quality and care experienced by our customers. We would be honored to have an opportunity to earn your business. Thank you for taking the time to find out more about us, we hope to hear from you soon.

"Tony did a great job replacing my broken 50 gallon self venting hot water heater. It is in a difficult space to maneuver getting the old one out and the new one in. He did a great job updating what needed to be done (in my old 1910 home so there is always something!) and I feel very confident in their work. Limelight is my go to place and am so glad I found them!"

Ruth W on May 2025

Limelight Services is the only family owned, Google 5-star-average (with 300+ reviews) electrical, plumbing, and HVAC home services company located in Northern Colorado. We pride ourselves in finding creative solutions to your needs, from the simplest troubleshooting problem to the most complex project. We are your on-time, same day electrician, plumber, and HVAC specialist. We strive to offer 5 star service from the first moment we communicate, and for years to come. Our goal is to be your home services company of choice for as long as you own a home in Northern Colorado. We understand that we must be exceptional for that to happen, and we do all we can to live up to our promises. The result? The level of quality and care experienced by our customers. We would be honored to have an opportunity to earn your business. Thank you for taking the time to find out more about us, we hope to hear from you soon.

"Tony did a great job replacing my broken 50 gallon self venting hot water heater. It is in a difficult space to maneuver getting the old one out and the new one in. He did a great job updating what needed to be done (in my old 1910 home so there is always something!) and I feel very confident in their work. Limelight is my go to place and am so glad I found them!"

Ruth W on May 2025


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All American Drain Cleaning
425 N Coolidge Way
4.46(
24
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Approved Pro
All American Drain Cleaning
425 N Coolidge Way
4.46(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
41 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Looking for reliable drain cleaning and sewer repair services in Denver? Look no further! All American Drain Cleaning is here to help. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing top-notch service to homeowners in the Denver Metro area. Contact us today for all your drain cleaning needs.

"This company has been our "go to" business for all of our plumbing issues for years, and just yesterday (July 16) they replaced 10 feet of our sewer line. The crew was extremely gracious, worked well as a team, and took extra care to not damage our backyard. And when the job was done, they took more time to restore our landscaping so that you can't even tell a backhoe was in our backyard! My wife and I highly recommend this company!"

Tim B on July 2025

Looking for reliable drain cleaning and sewer repair services in Denver? Look no further! All American Drain Cleaning is here to help. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing top-notch service to homeowners in the Denver Metro area. Contact us today for all your drain cleaning needs.

"This company has been our "go to" business for all of our plumbing issues for years, and just yesterday (July 16) they replaced 10 feet of our sewer line. The crew was extremely gracious, worked well as a team, and took extra care to not damage our backyard. And when the job was done, they took more time to restore our landscaping so that you can't even tell a backhoe was in our backyard! My wife and I highly recommend this company!"

Tim B on July 2025


Avatar for Drain Right Drain Cleaning & Plumbing, Inc
Drain Right Drain Cleaning & Plumbing, Inc
PO Box 371382
4.40(
20
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Approved Pro
Drain Right Drain Cleaning & Plumbing, Inc
PO Box 371382
4.40(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
26 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Give us a call at 303-368-5700 today and ask about our 11% Angie's List member discount! We are Colorado's Plumbing Experts! DrainRight Drain Cleaning & Plumbing is the one-stop solution to your drain and plumbing problems. We provide dependable, honest, courteous and affordable service and will be there when you need us, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our mission is 100% customer satisfaction! We are Licensed & Insured and provide 24 Hour Emergency Service. Give us a call, day or night, and let us help you with your drain & plumbing problems.

"Terrible experience. I had hired Mike multiple times previously and had great outcomes. Then, I wanted to replace plumbing in half of my home. He send his employee, who was a total nightmare! Screaming profanities in my home, never working, my husband ended up asking Shawn to leave. One of Bathrooms needed to be redone, because Shawn did all the work incorrectly. Mike had the nerve to tell me "he was losing money this job." Well, Mike never checked the other areas Shawn had finished. I had to redo my kitchen plumbing 5 years and ago. I also have had to replace my shower tile due to the incompetence of this company. No apologies, or accountability for the disaster. Only gaslightling, pretending to be a victim, and blaming his employee. Hire at your own risk!"

Maggie S on December 2024

Give us a call at 303-368-5700 today and ask about our 11% Angie's List member discount! We are Colorado's Plumbing Experts! DrainRight Drain Cleaning & Plumbing is the one-stop solution to your drain and plumbing problems. We provide dependable, honest, courteous and affordable service and will be there when you need us, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our mission is 100% customer satisfaction! We are Licensed & Insured and provide 24 Hour Emergency Service. Give us a call, day or night, and let us help you with your drain & plumbing problems.

"Terrible experience. I had hired Mike multiple times previously and had great outcomes. Then, I wanted to replace plumbing in half of my home. He send his employee, who was a total nightmare! Screaming profanities in my home, never working, my husband ended up asking Shawn to leave. One of Bathrooms needed to be redone, because Shawn did all the work incorrectly. Mike had the nerve to tell me "he was losing money this job." Well, Mike never checked the other areas Shawn had finished. I had to redo my kitchen plumbing 5 years and ago. I also have had to replace my shower tile due to the incompetence of this company. No apologies, or accountability for the disaster. Only gaslightling, pretending to be a victim, and blaming his employee. Hire at your own risk!"

Maggie S on December 2024


Avatar for Heart Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
Heart Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
646 Bryant St
4.76(
76
)
Approved Pro
Heart Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
646 Bryant St
4.76(
76
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
361 local quotes requested

Heart Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric provides the highest quality service for all your Furnaces, Air Conditioner, Boilers, Water Heaters, plumbing, and electrical systems. We utilize the latest technology to save our customers time and money, including tablet-based systems with "Uber Style" tracking of your technician and "Up Front" pricing so there are never any surprises. Our staff is licensed, insured, background checked, drug tested, and in a company uniform and vehicle for your safety and peace of mind. We are a veteran-owned company.

"Great service, quick diagnostics, fast repair. Tech super nice and knowledgeable!!"

Jim L on July 2025

Heart Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric provides the highest quality service for all your Furnaces, Air Conditioner, Boilers, Water Heaters, plumbing, and electrical systems. We utilize the latest technology to save our customers time and money, including tablet-based systems with "Uber Style" tracking of your technician and "Up Front" pricing so there are never any surprises. Our staff is licensed, insured, background checked, drug tested, and in a company uniform and vehicle for your safety and peace of mind. We are a veteran-owned company.

"Great service, quick diagnostics, fast repair. Tech super nice and knowledgeable!!"

Jim L on July 2025


Avatar for Front Range Water Heater and Excavation
Front Range Water Heater and Excavation
1208 S Cleveland Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Front Range Water Heater and Excavation
1208 S Cleveland Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Plumbing services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or text today!

"They did a really good job. They were excellent. They were very detailed. They explained to me what they're doing and charging. They had a fair price. They were very professional."

Bertie F on May 2021

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Plumbing services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or text today!

"They did a really good job. They were excellent. They were very detailed. They explained to me what they're doing and charging. They had a fair price. They were very professional."

Bertie F on May 2021


Avatar for High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric
High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric
15710 W COLFAX AVE
4.64(
76
)
Approved Pro
High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric
15710 W COLFAX AVE
4.64(
76
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
290 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

If you have any plumbing, heating, cooling or electrical issues at all, contact the experts at High 5 today. We are highly experienced and extensively trained. Using state-of-the-art equipment and a comprehensive understanding of plumbing and HVAC, we handle all of your needs in a timely and professional manner. Whether you need to install, repair, or replace piping, unclog a toilet, replace your ceiling fan, repair an electrical box, install a new air conditioner, need furnace maintenance, or more, they can handle it quickly and efficiently. With High 5, you can count on their expert plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians to show up as at your home on time and ready to work. We are well-known among their customers and neighbors for our ethical and honest mode of operation. Many other companies take advantage of their customers’ lack of experience and provide low-quality services at exorbitant rates. At High 5, we've built our business based on honesty, integrity, quality work, and exceptional service at fair pricing. Because of these values, it has allowed us to employ the best of the best in our professional fields. Contact us today and schedule an in-home cost estimate for your plumbing, HVAC or electrical in the Denver area. We proudly offer a Senior Discount and Military Discount of 10% off up to $100.

"Over 7 weeks AND 13 visits, we were intermittently subjected to gas leaks, water leaks, no hot water or heat and error codes on our tankless water heater. They took advantage of the fact that my 2 teenagers and I had no hot water and no heat and continuously up-charged us. During that time, they charged an extra $1900 over the original estimate of $4000. All of the issues were because they failed to recognize that my existing venting didn’t match the new unit (even though they added to the venting) and because they didn’t provide drain piping to manufacture recommendations. They offered me money back and then rescinded the offer as the problems they should have caught just continued. I ended up “chatting” with the manufacturer and showing them screenshots to prove the venting was wrong. They offered a cleaning crew after I complained and already cleaned up the mess they ground into the carpet. When I asked to speak to the owner/DORA license holder, Levi Torres, I was told Levi “doesn’t take phone calls”. Clearly, he only takes your money and wastes your time."

Elizabeth B on April 2025

If you have any plumbing, heating, cooling or electrical issues at all, contact the experts at High 5 today. We are highly experienced and extensively trained. Using state-of-the-art equipment and a comprehensive understanding of plumbing and HVAC, we handle all of your needs in a timely and professional manner. Whether you need to install, repair, or replace piping, unclog a toilet, replace your ceiling fan, repair an electrical box, install a new air conditioner, need furnace maintenance, or more, they can handle it quickly and efficiently. With High 5, you can count on their expert plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians to show up as at your home on time and ready to work. We are well-known among their customers and neighbors for our ethical and honest mode of operation. Many other companies take advantage of their customers’ lack of experience and provide low-quality services at exorbitant rates. At High 5, we've built our business based on honesty, integrity, quality work, and exceptional service at fair pricing. Because of these values, it has allowed us to employ the best of the best in our professional fields. Contact us today and schedule an in-home cost estimate for your plumbing, HVAC or electrical in the Denver area. We proudly offer a Senior Discount and Military Discount of 10% off up to $100.

"Over 7 weeks AND 13 visits, we were intermittently subjected to gas leaks, water leaks, no hot water or heat and error codes on our tankless water heater. They took advantage of the fact that my 2 teenagers and I had no hot water and no heat and continuously up-charged us. During that time, they charged an extra $1900 over the original estimate of $4000. All of the issues were because they failed to recognize that my existing venting didn’t match the new unit (even though they added to the venting) and because they didn’t provide drain piping to manufacture recommendations. They offered me money back and then rescinded the offer as the problems they should have caught just continued. I ended up “chatting” with the manufacturer and showing them screenshots to prove the venting was wrong. They offered a cleaning crew after I complained and already cleaned up the mess they ground into the carpet. When I asked to speak to the owner/DORA license holder, Levi Torres, I was told Levi “doesn’t take phone calls”. Clearly, he only takes your money and wastes your time."

Elizabeth B on April 2025


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Plumbing Tree
10196 West Yale Place
4.62(
29
)
Approved Pro
Plumbing Tree
10196 West Yale Place
4.62(
29
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
84 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to assist with all of your plumbing, heating, cooling services, along with remodeling and renovations. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Kieth was great price was very reasonable and the that was performed was very professional and fast. Will defiantly use again. Great job. Steve"

Steve R on May 2025

We have the experience and dedication to assist with all of your plumbing, heating, cooling services, along with remodeling and renovations. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Kieth was great price was very reasonable and the that was performed was very professional and fast. Will defiantly use again. Great job. Steve"

Steve R on May 2025


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ProUrban Enterprises, LLC
1550 Larimer St
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
ProUrban Enterprises, LLC
1550 Larimer St
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
58 local quotes requested

PUE provides a wide variety of earthwork and land clearing services. Site preparation is the important first step to most landscape projects. Eliminating brush, cutting trees and removing stumps are necessary to prepare the location in order for your project to go well. Proper site grading provides the foundation not only to the project but to the projects long term value and site drainage.

"Carlo did a good job. We agreed on a price and he was out the next morning ; completing the job in a couple hours. We appreciated his help."

Ron R on October 2024

PUE provides a wide variety of earthwork and land clearing services. Site preparation is the important first step to most landscape projects. Eliminating brush, cutting trees and removing stumps are necessary to prepare the location in order for your project to go well. Proper site grading provides the foundation not only to the project but to the projects long term value and site drainage.

"Carlo did a good job. We agreed on a price and he was out the next morning ; completing the job in a couple hours. We appreciated his help."

Ron R on October 2024


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Cap Hill Plumbing
Lakewood
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Cap Hill Plumbing
Lakewood
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
97 local quotes requested

With 10 years of experience in the plumbing industry, Cap Hill Plumbing has built a reputation for reliability and quality service. This extensive experience enables us to handle a wide range of plumbing issues effectively and efficiently. As a family-owned business, Cap Hill Plumbing emphasizes personalized service and customer care. We treat our clients like family, ensuring that every customer receives the attention and respect they deserve. Cap Hill Plumbing offers a wide variety of services tailored to meet the specific needs of residential and commercial clients. Our services include: o Emergency plumbing repairs o Drain cleaning and unclogging o Water heater installation and repair o Sewer line services o Fixture installations (sinks, faucets, toilets, etc.) o Leak detection and repair o Plumbing inspections and maintenance In addition to these services, Cap Hill Plumbing is committed to using high-quality materials, relying on skilled technicians, and staying updated with the latest plumbing technologies, ensuring that we provide the best solutions to our customers.

"Sasha was responsive when I reached out. He was efficient on the job. Would absolutely use his service again."

Barry T on October 2024

With 10 years of experience in the plumbing industry, Cap Hill Plumbing has built a reputation for reliability and quality service. This extensive experience enables us to handle a wide range of plumbing issues effectively and efficiently. As a family-owned business, Cap Hill Plumbing emphasizes personalized service and customer care. We treat our clients like family, ensuring that every customer receives the attention and respect they deserve. Cap Hill Plumbing offers a wide variety of services tailored to meet the specific needs of residential and commercial clients. Our services include: o Emergency plumbing repairs o Drain cleaning and unclogging o Water heater installation and repair o Sewer line services o Fixture installations (sinks, faucets, toilets, etc.) o Leak detection and repair o Plumbing inspections and maintenance In addition to these services, Cap Hill Plumbing is committed to using high-quality materials, relying on skilled technicians, and staying updated with the latest plumbing technologies, ensuring that we provide the best solutions to our customers.

"Sasha was responsive when I reached out. He was efficient on the job. Would absolutely use his service again."

Barry T on October 2024

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FAQs for excavation projects in Boulder, CO

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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