Joey Grant's Plumbing Sewer & Drain Repair has been handling plumbing jobs in Nicholasville and the surrounding area since 2002. That's more than two decades of showing up on time, doing the work right, and standing behind it. We serve homeowners, landlords, property managers, and businesses across Jessamine County, and we're available for same-day plumbing service when the situation calls for it.
Whether you're dealing with a slow drain, a water heater that stopped working, or a pipe that burst overnight, we're ready to help. Work is performed by licensed plumbers, and we provide no-pressure estimates, priced up front, before any work begins. Local ownership means local accountability, so you always know who to call.
Call (859) 295-6514 to schedule a visit or get a quote.
We plumb homes and businesses every day, and we're good at it. Our work covers the full range of residential and commercial plumbing: drain cleaning and clog removal, leak detection and repair, water heater repair and replacement, toilet and faucet and fixture installation, sewer and main line service, garbage disposal installation, water pressure diagnostics, and shutoff valve replacement. When a home needs it, we handle whole-home repiping as well.
Property managers, landlords, and office building operators count on us as a reliable plumbing contractor they can call for routine repairs and urgent problems alike. We keep detailed work consistent across units and properties, and we communicate clearly so you're never left guessing about what was done or what it cost.
Work performed by licensed plumbers means the job is done to code and built to last. We keep your home dry and your water flowing.
From a single shutoff valve to a whole-home repipe, we've seen it all. The calls we get most often are the ones that disrupt daily life: a drain that backs up in the morning, a pipe that's been dripping for weeks, a toilet that runs all night, a faucet that won't stop leaking. We handle all of it, and we handle it efficiently.
A clogged drain visit starts with figuring out where the blockage is and what caused it. We use the right equipment for the job, whether that's a hand snake for a simple kitchen clog or a power auger for a stubborn line. We clear the blockage, check the surrounding pipe for related problems, and let you know if anything else needs attention. Slow drains, backed-up sinks, floor drain clogs, and main line stoppages all fall within our scope.
Pipe leaks are not always obvious. A wet spot on the ceiling, a water bill that jumped for no clear reason, or a soft patch in the wall can all point to a hidden leak. We use detection methods that minimize disruption before we open anything up. Once we locate the source, we isolate it and make the repair, whether that's a section of pipe, a water line connection, or a burst pipe that needs immediate attention.
A running toilet wastes a significant amount of water and adds up fast on a utility bill. A dripping faucet is the same story. We repair and replace toilets, faucets, and fixtures throughout the home, including bathroom and kitchen plumbing. If you're remodeling or upgrading, we handle fixture installation for new builds and renovations as well. Call us and we'll walk you through the repair.
Dealing with a slow drain or a sudden burst pipe? A water heater that stops delivering hot water is just as disruptive. We repair and replace both tank and tankless water heaters, and we can usually diagnose the problem on the same visit.
A repair call covers the heating element, thermostat, pressure relief valve, connections, and any other components that affect performance. When a unit is old, corroded, or repeatedly failing, replacement is often the smarter investment, and we'll tell you honestly which way the situation points.
Tankless water heater installation is a good fit for households that want on-demand hot water and lower long-term energy use. We handle the water line connections, gas line hookup to the unit, venting, and all the plumbing work involved in a proper installation.
No hot water is one of the most common emergency calls we receive. Same-day plumbing service is available for water heater failures when you need it resolved today. Reach out and a plumber will follow up.
Jessamine County's four-season climate, established neighborhoods, and regional water conditions create specific plumbing demands that come up again and again. Wet springs and summer storms push water into basements. Mature trees in older parts of Nicholasville send roots into sewer lines over time. And water hardness in this part of Kentucky is common enough that softener installations are a regular part of our work. These three services come up often, and we're equipped for all of them.
Basements in this area see real moisture pressure during heavy rain seasons. A properly sized and installed sump pump keeps that water moving out before it causes damage. We install new sump pumps, replace units that have reached the end of their service life, and repair systems that aren't cycling correctly. If you're not sure whether your current setup is adequate, we'll take a look and give you a straight answer.
Established neighborhoods with mature trees are beautiful, but the root systems that come with them can work their way into older clay or cast-iron sewer lines over time. A slow-draining home, recurring backups, or gurgling sounds in the plumbing are common signs. We clear main line clogs, repair damaged sewer lines, and replace sections that are too far gone to clean. Where conditions allow, we offer trenchless options that minimize digging and disruption to your yard. Sewer backups need prompt attention, and we respond quickly.
Water hardness is a real factor in this part of Kentucky, and it affects everything from water heater efficiency to how long fixtures last. We handle the plumbing side of water softener installation: supply line connections, shutoff valves, water line routing, and integration with your existing system. If you're adding a filtration system at the same time, we connect that as well. We'll sort the plumbing and clean up after.
What sets our plumbers apart is straightforward. When something goes wrong at an inconvenient hour, you need someone who picks up and shows up. We offer same-day plumbing service and respond to emergency calls including burst pipes, sewer backups, major leaks, and no-hot-water situations. We serve Nicholasville and the surrounding county on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
If you're searching for an after-hours plumber or need someone there today, call (859) 295-6514 and we'll get a plumber to you as quickly as possible. We provide no-pressure estimates, priced up front, even on urgent calls, so there are no surprises when the work is done.
Book today. Fixed tomorrow. Done by the weekend.
Scheduling a plumber shouldn't be complicated. Whether you're a homeowner updating a kitchen, a contractor roughing in a new build, or a landlord turning over a rental unit, we work on your schedule and communicate clearly at every step.
We handle whole-home repiping for older properties where the original pipe material has reached the end of its useful life. For remodels, we rough in and finish plumbing for bathrooms and kitchens, install new fixtures, and connect appliances. We also handle gas line repairs and new gas line installation for appliances, running the line to where it needs to go. New construction and addition work is part of our scope as well.
Landlords and property managers working across multiple units appreciate a plumbing contractor who shows up consistently and bills clearly. We're that contractor. Reach out and a plumber will follow up.
We know plumbing costs are a real concern, and we don't make customers guess. Before any work begins, we assess the job and give you a clear estimate. No-pressure estimates, priced up front, are how we operate on every call, whether it's a routine repair or a larger project.
What shapes the cost of a plumbing job includes the type of repair, the accessibility of the pipes involved, the materials required, and how long the work takes. We'll walk you through what we find and what it will take to fix it before we start. If the scope changes once we open things up, we tell you before we proceed.
For a plumbing inspection, a repair estimate, or a quote on a larger project, the process starts with a phone call. Call us and we'll walk you through the repair.
We're based in Nicholasville and do most of our work right here in Jessamine County. We also serve customers in Wilmore, Keene, Harrodsburg, Lexington, Richmond, and Lancaster. If you're in the surrounding area and need a local plumber, there's a good chance we work in your neighborhood regularly.
Trusted by homeowners. Relied on by property managers. Ready for your pipes.
Common signs include water stains on ceilings or walls, a mildew smell with no visible source, soft or discolored flooring, and a water bill that jumped without a clear reason. If you notice any of these, it's worth a call before the damage spreads further.
Once the repair is complete, we run water through the affected lines and check for any sign of seepage at the connection points. We don't consider the job done until we've confirmed the repair holds under normal operating conditions.
A burst pipe, a major leak that's actively spreading, a complete loss of hot water, or a sewer backup that's affecting your drains all qualify as emergencies. If the situation is causing damage or making your home unusable, call (859) 295-6514 and we'll treat it as urgent.
For most pipe repairs, fixture replacements, and water heater work, yes, the water supply to that section or the whole house will need to be off for part of the visit. We keep that window as short as possible and restore service before we leave.
Discolored water, recurring leaks at multiple points, low pressure throughout the house, and visible corrosion on exposed pipes are all indicators that the pipe material may be at the end of its service life. Older homes with galvanized steel or polybutylene pipes are especially worth having assessed.
Both materials have known long-term reliability issues. Galvanized steel corrodes from the inside out, reducing water pressure and eventually failing. Polybutylene is prone to cracking and was phased out of use for good reason. If your home still has either material, a repipe evaluation is a reasonable step.
A patch is appropriate when the damage is isolated to a single point and the surrounding pipe is in sound condition. When we see corrosion, repeated failures along the same line, or a pipe material that's past its useful life, we'll tell you honestly that a full repair or repipe is the better investment.
A persistent drain smell often points to a dry trap, a blocked vent pipe, or a crack in the sewer line that's allowing gas to escape into the house. It's worth having a plumber take a look, because a cracked sewer line can worsen over time and affect more of your system.
Older homes in Nicholasville often have galvanized steel supply lines that have corroded and narrowed on the inside over decades of use. Mineral buildup, aging shutoff valves, and deteriorating pressure regulators can all contribute as well. We diagnose the cause before recommending a fix.
We check the float switch, the discharge line, and the pump motor itself. A float that's stuck or a discharge line that's blocked are common culprits. If the pump is old or the motor is failing, we'll walk you through replacement options sized to your basement's drainage needs.
Roots enter through small cracks in aging pipes and grow to fill the line over time, causing slow drains, backups, and eventually a blockage. We clear the roots, run a camera inspection to assess the damage, and repair or replace the affected section. Catching it early keeps the repair manageable.
Joey Grant's Plumbing Sewer & Drain Repair has served this community since 2002. We do honest work, price it fairly, and stand behind it. Same-day plumbing service is available when you need it fast, and no-pressure estimates, priced up front, mean you know what you're agreeing to before we turn a wrench.
Sound pipes. Solid workmanship. Straight answers.
Call (859) 295-6514 to get a quote or schedule a service call in Nicholasville or anywhere in Jessamine County. We're ready when you are.
We handle the full range of residential and commercial plumbing in Nicholasville and across Jessamine County, from a dripping faucet to a full sewer line replacement. The table below covers every service we offer, who it is best suited for, and a practical note to help you decide your next step. Same-day service is available for urgent calls, and we provide no-pressure estimates priced up front before any work begins. Call (859) 295-6514 and we will walk you through what your job involves.
| Type of Job | What the Job Covers | When to Call | Helpful to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drain Cleaning and Clog Removal | kitchen and bathroom drain clearingmain line clog removalhydro jetting for stubborn blockagesfloor and shower drain service | slow drains, recurring backups, or standing water in sinks and tubs | Hydro jetting flushes grease, scale, and debris that a standard snake leaves behind, restoring full flow rather than just punching through the clog. |
| Water Pressure and Shutoff Valve Repair | water pressure diagnostics and repairshutoff valve replacementmain water shutoff repairpressure regulator service | homes with low or inconsistent water pressure, or shutoff valves that no longer seat properly | Low pressure can have several causes. We diagnose the source before recommending a fix so you are not paying to replace parts that are not the problem. |
| Sump Pump Installation | sump pump installation and replacementfloat and discharge line checkpump assessment for existing systemsrepair service | Jessamine County homeowners with basements or crawl spaces in areas prone to seasonal moisture | Kentucky's seasonal rainfall makes a properly sized and functioning sump pump a practical necessity for many homes. We check the full system, not just the pump itself. |
| Faucet and Fixture Installation | kitchen and bathroom faucet repairfixture replacementoutdoor faucet and hose bib repairgarbage disposal installation and repair | dripping faucets, outdated fixtures, or new fixture upgrades during a renovation | Replacing a worn faucet or fixture is one of the more cost-effective plumbing improvements a homeowner can make, and we handle the full installation. |
| Water Softener Installation | whole-home water softener installationfiltration system sizingscale and mineral buildup assessmentfixture protection | central Kentucky homes with hard water, visible scale on fixtures, or appliances wearing out faster than expected | Hard water shortens water heater life and damages fixtures over time. We size the system to your household and handle the full installation. |
| Well Pump Service | well pump repairpressure tank assessmentno-water diagnosis for well-fed homespump replacement | rural Jessamine County properties on private well water with pressure loss or no water at the tap | Loss of water pressure or no water at all on a well system often points to the pump or pressure tank. We diagnose and repair both. |
| Garbage Disposal Service | disposal installationjam and reset repairleak repair at disposal connectionsreplacement | disposals that hum but do not spin, leak under the sink, or need a full replacement | Most disposal issues are mechanical and resolved quickly on a single visit. If a replacement makes more sense than a repair, we will tell you that up front. |
| Sewer and Main Line Service | sewer line repair and replacementmain line clog clearingcamera inspectionsewer backup response | multiple slow drains, sewage odors, or a confirmed sewer backup | Camera inspection lets us see exactly what is happening inside the line before recommending a repair, which means no unnecessary digging and no guesswork. |
| Whole-Home Repiping | copper and PEX repipingfull or partial repipewater pressure restorationolder pipe material replacement | older Jessamine County homes with frequent leaks, discolored water, or pipes past their service life | Repiping in PEX is faster and less disruptive than copper in most cases. We walk you through the scope and timeline before work begins so there are no surprises. |
| Slab Leak Detection and Repair | under-slab leak locationpipe repair beneath concretewater damage assessmentpressure testing | homes with unexplained wet spots on floors, rising water bills, or the sound of running water with everything off | Slab leaks can go undetected for a long time. Getting to the source early limits the damage to the slab and the surrounding structure. |
| Water Heater Repair and Replacement | tank water heater repair and replacementtankless unit installationno-hot-water diagnosiswater heater assessment | homes with no hot water, aging units, or homeowners considering a switch to tankless | Tankless units deliver on-demand hot water and typically last longer than standard tank models. We assess your current unit and walk you through your options before any work starts. |
| Tree-Root Sewer Line Service | root intrusion clearingcamera inspection for root damageline repair or replacementassessment of older clay and cast-iron lines | older Nicholasville neighborhoods with mature trees and aging underground lines | Roots follow moisture into small cracks in aging pipes. Catching the problem early with a camera inspection often means a targeted repair rather than a full line replacement. |
| Toilet Repair and Installation | running toilet repairleaking toilet repairfull toilet replacementflush mechanism repair | toilets that run constantly, leak at the base, or fail to flush properly | A running toilet can waste a significant amount of water before it is noticed. Most repairs are straightforward, and we carry common parts on the truck. |
| Emergency Plumbing | burst pipe responsemajor leak controlno-hot-water emergencysewer backup response | any plumbing situation that cannot wait for a standard appointment | Same-day service is available, including evenings and weekends. When you call, we ask about your situation and get a plumber to you as quickly as possible. |
| Leak Detection and Repair | hidden wall and floor leak locationslab leak detectionburst pipe repairpipe leak repair | unexplained water damage, high water bills, or visible moisture with no obvious source | Finding the source before opening walls or floors keeps repair costs manageable. We use a diagnostic approach to pinpoint the leak rather than guessing. |
How do I know if my water heater needs to be repaired or replaced?
Age is the first thing to consider. A tank water heater that is more than ten to twelve years old and showing problems is often a better candidate for replacement than repair. Signs like rust-colored water, a rumbling or popping noise during heating, water pooling around the base, or running out of hot water faster than usual all point to a unit that is wearing out. When we assess a water heater, we look at the age, the condition of the tank and connections, and the cost of the repair relative to the remaining service life. We give you a clear picture before recommending anything.
What causes drains to slow down or back up?
Most drain clogs build up gradually. In kitchens, grease and food debris coat the inside of the pipe over time until flow is restricted. In bathrooms, hair and soap scum are the main culprits. When multiple drains in the house are slow at the same time, the problem is usually further down in the main line rather than at the individual fixture. A single slow drain almost always points to a localized clog. We can clear both, and for stubborn or recurring blockages we use hydro jetting to flush the line completely rather than just pushing the clog further along.
How are hidden leaks found without tearing out walls?
We start by narrowing down the location using pressure testing and a systematic look at where moisture or damage is appearing. For slab leaks, we use detection methods that let us identify the area before any concrete is touched. The goal is always to open as little as necessary to access and repair the pipe. Getting to the source quickly limits water damage and keeps the repair from growing into a larger project.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
Urgent plumbing calls do not wait for business hours, and neither do we. Same-day service is available for burst pipes, major leaks, no hot water, and sewer backups, including evenings and weekends.
What are the signs of a sewer or main line problem?
Multiple slow drains throughout the house, gurgling sounds coming from toilets or drains when water runs elsewhere, sewage odors inside or around the foundation, and wet or unusually green patches in the yard over the sewer line are all warning signs. A sewer backup, where waste comes up through a floor drain or a low fixture, is an emergency that needs immediate attention. Camera inspection lets us see exactly what is happening inside the line so we can tell you what the repair involves before any digging starts.
How do tree roots damage a sewer line, and what can be done about it?
Roots seek out moisture, and even a hairline crack in an aging pipe is enough of an entry point. Once inside, roots grow and branch out, eventually restricting or completely blocking flow. Older clay and cast-iron lines in established Nicholasville neighborhoods are especially vulnerable. We clear the intrusion, run a camera to assess how much of the line is affected, and repair or replace the damaged section as needed. Catching it early is the difference between a targeted repair and a full line replacement.
What is the difference between a tank and a tankless water heater?
A tank water heater stores a set volume of hot water and keeps it heated continuously. A tankless unit heats water on demand as it flows through, so there is no stored supply to run out of. Tankless units are generally more energy-efficient over time and tend to have a longer service life than standard tanks. The right choice depends on your household's hot water usage, your existing plumbing setup, and your budget. We walk you through both options with honest information so you can make the call that fits your situation.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We price the job before we start it. If the scope changes once we are on site, we explain what we found and get your approval before moving forward. You know what you are agreeing to at every step.
What causes low water pressure, and can it be fixed?
Low pressure has several possible causes. A failing pressure regulator, a partially closed shutoff valve, buildup inside older pipes, or a leak somewhere in the supply line can all reduce flow at the tap. In homes with hard water, mineral scale inside pipes and fixtures adds to the problem over time. We diagnose the source before recommending a repair so the fix actually addresses what is causing the pressure drop rather than treating a symptom.
Do I need to be home when the plumber arrives?
In most cases, yes. We need access to the affected area and, depending on the job, access to the main water shutoff. If you are scheduling work for a rental property, a property manager or another authorized adult being present works just as well. When you call to schedule, let us know the situation and we can talk through what access we will need before we arrive.
Work Performed by Licensed Plumbers
Every job we take on is handled by licensed plumbers who know the work and treat your home with care. We show up prepared, fix the problem right the first time, and clean up when we are done.
How does your pricing work, and will the estimate change once work starts?
We provide no-pressure estimates priced up front before any work begins. When you call, we ask the right questions to get a clear picture of the job. If something unexpected comes up once we open things up, we stop and tell you what we found and how it affects the scope before we proceed. You stay in control of the decision at every step. We would rather have that conversation on site than hand you a bill that does not match what you agreed to.
What should I do if a pipe bursts or a major leak starts?
Shut off the water to the affected area if you can. Most fixtures have a dedicated shutoff valve nearby. If you cannot isolate the leak or the water is coming from a supply line, shut off the main water supply to the house and call us immediately. Getting the water off fast limits damage to floors, walls, and ceilings. We handle burst pipe and major leak calls the same day, including evenings and weekends.
How do I know if my home needs repiping rather than individual pipe repairs?
Recurring leaks at multiple locations, consistently discolored water, significant drops in water pressure throughout the house, and pipes made from materials known to degrade over time are all indicators that a closer look is warranted. Older homes in Jessamine County sometimes carry original pipe that has simply reached the end of its useful life. We assess the full picture before recommending a repipe. If targeted repairs make more sense, we will tell you that.
Every plumbing situation is a little different, and a two-minute phone call is the fastest way to get a clear answer about your job. Call (859) 295-6514 and we will walk you through what it involves.
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