Outdoor Plumbing & Hose Bib Repair in Brighton, CO
Frost free hose bibs, yard line leaks, sprinkler backflow testing, and seasonal winterization.
Freeze proof hose bibs and certified backflow testing across 80603 and surrounding ZIPs.
Quick answer. Hose bib swap to a frost free unit runs $385 to $620. Yard line repairs run $950 to $3,200 depending on depth and length. Certified sprinkler backflow tests run $85 to $145, same day paperwork. We winterize and dewinterize outdoor systems April through May and again October into November. Call 720 664 0815.
What we fix outside
Split hose bibs, usually the one on the front of the garage or the north wall.
Yard line leaks between the meter and the house.
Sprinkler backflow devices, annual certified testing and repair of PVB, RPZ, and DCVA assemblies.
Outdoor spigot upgrades, swapping standard to frost free and adding a shutoff inside.
Water feature plumbing, pond make up lines, outdoor kitchens, pool fill lines.
Freeze damaged fittings discovered when you turn water back on in April.
The Brighton freeze cycle
Brighton winters run through multiple deep freezes and quick thaws. That is the worst pattern for anything outside. We write a short list for every homeowner we visit:
Disconnect every hose in October, including the one behind the fence.
Turn off the interior shutoff to each hose bib and drain the line.
Shut off the sprinkler backflow and blow out the zones.
Cover exposed backflow assemblies with insulation blankets.
On deep freeze nights, open an interior cabinet door near an exterior wall.
Backflow testing
Brighton requires annual certified backflow testing on sprinkler systems. We run the test, submit the paperwork to the jurisdiction, and keep your records. If a device fails, we quote a rebuild or replacement on the spot. Spring turn on season is busy, book early.
Frost free is worth it. The cost difference between a standard hose bib and a frost free one is small. The repair cost when a standard one splits inside the wall is not. We almost always upgrade on replacement.
FAQ
Can you find a buried yard line leak?
Yes. We use acoustic listening and pressure tests to narrow the break to a small area, then hand dig to confirm before excavating.
Will I have to replace my sod?
Hopefully not. We cut clean pieces, lay them aside, and replace them. If roots or timing make it a no go, we advise on replacement.
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Hose bib split and now the wall is wet? See leak detection.
