Plumbing problem? Browse local plumbers, or let Koti find one for you.
From slab leaks to tired water heaters, Miami plumbing has its own personality — hard water, older pipes, and storm-season flooding. Browse local plumbers on Koti, or tell Koti what's happening and we'll match you with a local plumber. No bidding wars.
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Common plumbing problems in Miami homes
Slab leaks
Many Miami homes sit on concrete slabs with copper lines underneath. A hot spot on the floor or a water bill that jumps for no reason can signal a leak below the slab — a pro locates it without tearing up the house blindly.
Clogged drains
Kitchen grease, hair, and South Florida's mineral-heavy water build up over time. Recurring clogs in the same drain usually mean the line needs professional clearing, not another bottle of chemicals.
Water heater issues
No hot water, rumbling tanks, or rusty water point to sediment buildup or a failing heating element. Most tank heaters last about a decade — less with hard water and no maintenance.
Leaky faucets and running toilets
A faucet dripping once per second wastes thousands of gallons a year. Worn cartridges and flappers are cheap parts, but the water damage from ignoring them isn't.
Low water pressure
Mineral buildup in older galvanized or copper lines — common in pre-1980s Miami homes — slowly chokes flow. A pro can tell whether it's a fixture, a valve, or the pipes themselves.
Sewer line backups
Multiple drains backing up at once, or gurgling toilets, can signal a main-line blockage. Tree roots love older clay or cast-iron sewer lines — this one can't wait.
Miami plumbing, in local terms
Much of Miami's housing stock predates modern plumbing codes — Coral Gables and Miami Shores homes from the 1920s–50s often still carry galvanized or cast-iron lines that corrode from the inside out. Hard, mineral-rich water accelerates the wear.
Then there's the water table: in a city barely above sea level, heavy summer rain can overwhelm drainage and push groundwater into places it shouldn't be. Local pros know which neighborhoods flood, which homes sit on slabs, and what that means for your pipes.
When to call a pro
- Water where it shouldn't be — floors, walls, ceilings
- Sewage smell or multiple drains backing up at once
- No hot water, or rusty/discolored water from taps
- A water bill that spikes with no change in usage
- Anything involving the main water shutoff or sewer line
Less searching. More solving.
Koti is a local marketplace with two ways in: browse local pros and message the one you like, or explain the problem once and let Koti match you with the right professional.
Tell us what's happening
Choose the service and share the useful details about the problem.
We make a thoughtful match
Koti routes your request to a local pro suited to the work.
Connect and move forward
Coordinate directly with the matched pro — without bidding wars or dozens of calls.
Plumbing questions, answered
I have a leak — what should I do before the plumber arrives?
Find your main water shutoff (often near the meter or where the line enters the house) and turn it clockwise to stop the flow. Mop up standing water to protect flooring, and avoid using electrical outlets near the wet area. You can browse local plumbers on Koti, or then describe the problem to koti and we'll match you with a local plumber.
Why does my water bill keep going up?
Silent leaks are the usual suspect — running toilets, slab leaks, or irrigation lines leaking underground. A pro can run a meter test and use acoustic or thermal tools to find leaks without guesswork.
How does Koti match me with a plumber?
Two ways. Browse local plumbers on Koti — see their work and ask a few questions for free — or describe the problem once and Koti matches you with a local plumber suited to the work. Either way you coordinate directly with the pro, and you pay the pro directly.
Should I try drain cleaner first?
For a slow bathroom sink, a plunger or a drain snake is fine. But chemical drain cleaners can damage older pipes — and in Miami's older homes, that's a real risk. If a clog keeps coming back, it needs a pro with the right equipment.
Do you match for big jobs like repiping?
Yes. Whether it's a dripping faucet or a whole-home repipe, describe the project once and Koti guides it to a local pro suited to the scope of the work.
Plumbing across Miami-Dade
Homes differ by neighborhood — and so does the work. Pick your area for the local picture.