Same-Day Service
Most service calls handled same-day across Spokane and Coeur d'Alene.
Pipes & Lines
The plumbing in the walls — diagnosed and repaired right.
Most plumbing problems happen behind walls, under floors, or out in the yard — and finding them without tearing apart your home is half the job. We use electronic leak detection, thermal imaging, and pressure testing to locate the failure point before we cut anything open.
From an emergency burst pipe at 3am to a planned whole-home repipe, we handle copper, PEX, PVC, ABS, CPVC, and galvanized — plus gas line installation by Washington and Idaho licensed plumbers. Flat-rate quotes, written warranty, code-compliant work.
- Licensed plumbers Washington & Idaho licensed, bonded, and insured — never sub-contracted.
- Stocked trucks Pipe, fittings, fixtures, and diagnostics on board — one-trip repairs.
- Flat-rate quotes Approved before any work — never charged by the hour.
- Warrantied work 1-year labor warranty plus full manufacturer parts coverage.
Symptom Check
Signs you have a pipe problem
Most pipe failures show warning signs days or weeks before the actual burst. Catch these and you avoid the emergency.
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Wet spots on walls or ceilings
Pinhole leak inside the wall — locate fast before drywall damage spreads.
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No water in cold weather
Frozen line. Don't thaw with a torch — we use safe equipment and check for cracks after.
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Mystery jump in the water bill
Hidden leak somewhere on the system. Leak detection finds it without tearing the house apart.
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Drop in water pressure
Partial blockage, hidden leak, or main-line issue — diagnosed in one visit.
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Smell of natural gas
Leave the house, call the gas company, then call us. Don't turn anything on or off.
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Rust or discoloration in water
Galvanized pipe corrosion. Repiping is usually the right long-term fix.
What We Do
Every pipe and line service
From emergency burst-pipe repair to whole-home repipes and gas line work — one licensed crew.
- Burst Pipe Repair Emergency 24/7 burst-pipe repair. Shut off the water, then call — we're typically on-site within 60–90 minutes.
- Frozen Pipe Repair Safe thawing, post-thaw camera and pressure inspection, and re-insulation to prevent recurrence.
- Gas Line Installation New gas lines for ranges, water heaters, fireplaces, and outdoor grills. Licensed and pressure-tested.
- Leak Detection Electronic leak detection, thermal imaging, and pressure testing — find leaks without tearing walls open.
- Repiping Whole-home repipe in copper or PEX. Phased installs to keep the house in service overnight.
- Water Line Repair Main water line repair and replacement — house-to-meter, trenchless options when feasible.
- Pipe inspection Visual + camera + pressure inspection. We show you what's happening before quoting a fix.
- Pipe insulation Add insulation to vulnerable lines after a freeze or as preventive winter prep.
How It Works
Our 4-step pipe service process
Locate first, repair second. We don't open walls without knowing what's behind them.
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Call & schedule
Speak to a real dispatcher 24/7. Emergency burst pipes get priority dispatch.
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Locate & diagnose
Electronic leak detection or pressure test pinpoints the failure point before we cut.
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Approve the price
Flat-rate quote in writing — repair, spot replacement, or repipe options.
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Repair & guarantee
Most repairs done same-day. Backed by a written labor warranty.
Current Specials
Save on the work your home needs most.
Why Choose Mainstream
Upfront Pricing
Flat-rate pricing approved before work begins — no surprises on the invoice.
Licensed & Insured
Fully licensed in Washington and Idaho, bonded, and insured for your protection.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
If it isn't right, we make it right. Period.
Burst pipe or hidden leak? We answer the phone right now.
Same-day service across Spokane & Coeur d'Alene — flat-rate pricing, no surprises.
What Our Customers Say
Don't just take our word for it — hear from our satisfied customers
★★★★★
Ricky Saldana the technician that came out was fantastic. He was so knowledgeable about my plumbing issues and his recommendations were spot on. He was on time and very pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend him for any plumbing work that needs to be done.
Thanks Ricky for all of your input.
★★★★★
Jake was on time and very good about looking at my furnace. I appreciate all his help. I reccomend him and mainstream electric very highly. thank you Sharon Scott
Maintenance Membership
Join the Care Club
Total home service care, on a schedule.
Members get priority scheduling, seasonal HVAC tune-ups, an annual plumbing & electrical safety inspection, and exclusive discounts — for less than the cost of a single emergency call.
- Priority scheduling
- Seasonal HVAC tune-ups
- Annual safety inspection
- Exclusive member discounts
- Free dispatch on repairs
- No long-term contracts
Pipes & Lines — Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the main water shutoff in a burst?
It’s usually in the basement, crawl space, or near the water heater — on the line entering from the street. Outdoors, look for a meter box near the curb with a brass valve inside. Shut off there, then call us. Don’t leave the water running while waiting.
Can frozen pipes be saved?
If they haven’t burst, usually yes. Don’t use a torch or hairdryer on plastic pipe (PEX, PVC) — controlled heat with proper equipment is the safe approach. We thaw, then pressure-test to check for cracks before declaring the line OK.
What is repiping and when is it warranted?
Whole-home repipe replaces the in-wall hot and cold supply lines — typically because of galvanized corrosion, repeated copper pinhole leaks, or polybutylene failures. Most repipes are completed in 2–4 days with minimal drywall opening. We’ll inspect first and tell you honestly whether you need a full repipe or spot repairs.
Are you licensed for gas line work?
Yes. Our plumbers are Washington and Idaho licensed for gas line installation. Every install includes a pressure test, leak detection check, and a written certificate of completion for permits and utility hookup.
How does leak detection work?
We use electronic acoustic sensors, thermal imaging cameras, and tracer-gas equipment to find leaks without tearing walls open. Once located, we cut the smallest possible access — usually a single-square-foot opening — to make the repair.
Is the work warrantied?
Every repair includes a 1-year Mainstream labor warranty plus the manufacturer warranty on materials. Repipes carry a 10-year manufacturer warranty on PEX and lifetime on copper. Care Club members get extended labor coverage.
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