Need a plumber in Arlington? Call (833) 819-1044 any time for drain and sewer problems, slab and water line leaks, water heaters, repiping and emergencies across Arlington, from the neighborhoods off Arlington Road and University Boulevard to Fort Caroline and Hidden Hills. Many Arlington homes are now 60 or more years old, and the original plumbing is showing it.
Plumbing services in Arlington
- Drain and sewer. Root intrusion and cracked cast iron and clay laterals are the top call in older Arlington streets. See drain cleaning and sewer line repair.
- Repiping. Original galvanized supply lines that have rusted down to a trickle. See repiping.
- Water heaters. Repairs, replacements and garage installs. See water heater repair.
- Emergencies. Burst pipes and sewage backups, around the clock. See our emergency plumber page.
Local housing stock & common problems
Arlington grew fast after the Mathews Bridge opened in the early 1950s, and much of the area was built out through the 1960s and 1970s. That means streets full of single-story brick and block ranch homes, many with carports, terrazzo floors and the plumbing they were built with.
Cast iron and clay sewer lines
Homes from the 1950s and 1960s commonly have cast iron drains under the slab and clay or cast iron laterals to the street. Scale, cracks and roots from mature oaks cause repeat backups. A camera inspection tells you which.
Galvanized supply pipe
Many original homes were plumbed with galvanized steel, which rusts internally until pressure drops and leaks start at the joints.
Septic in some pockets
Most of Arlington is on JEA sewer, but some older and more wooded pockets, especially toward the river and Fort Caroline, still use septic tanks.
Creeks and low areas
Homes near the Arlington River, Pottsburg Creek and the St. Johns can flood in tropical storms, which can push water back into drains and swamp septic fields.
Newer subdivisions in 32225 and 32277, built from the 1980s on, more often have CPVC or copper supply lines, and some have polybutylene. Slab leaks and aging water heaters are the typical calls there.
Neighborhoods & landmarks covered
Plumbers cover all of Arlington, including the streets around Jacksonville University and the river, Arlington Hills, Lake Lucina, Holiday Hill and Woodland Acres, the neighborhoods along Arlington Road, Merrill Road, University Boulevard and Atlantic Boulevard, Hidden Hills and the communities near Fort Caroline National Memorial and Monument Road.
ZIP codes: 32211, 32225, 32277
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Top 5 services in Arlington
Emergency Plumber
Burst pipes, flooding and sewage backups, any hour.
Learn moreDrain Cleaning
Kitchen, bathroom and main line clogs cleared.
Learn moreSewer Line Repair
Cracked, sagging or root-filled sewer lines fixed.
Learn moreWater Heater Repair
No hot water, leaks, replacements and expansion tanks.
Learn moreRepiping
Polybutylene and failing pipe replaced for good.
Learn moreArlington is part of our North Jacksonville service region. Nearby, we also cover Riverside & Avondale and Northside & Oceanway.
Arlington plumbing FAQ
Is there a 24 hour plumber in Arlington, Jacksonville?
Yes. Calls are answered 24/7, and emergency plumbers are dispatched across Arlington at any hour.
My Arlington home was built in the 1960s. What should I watch for?
Original cast iron drains, clay or cast iron sewer laterals and galvanized supply pipe. Slow drains, repeat clogs and low pressure are the warning signs.
Are Arlington homes on septic?
Most are on JEA sewer, but some older and wooded pockets still use septic tanks. Check your utility bill for a sewer charge.
Why do my drains keep backing up?
In older Arlington homes it's often roots or a cracked cast iron or clay sewer line. A camera inspection shows the cause.
Do you cover Fort Caroline and Hidden Hills?
Yes, both are covered as part of Arlington.