Plumbing Repairs That Get It Right the First Time
H and H Home Improvement is a licensed plumbing contractor. Most homeowners land on this page because something has already gone wrong: a pipe that burst overnight, a water heater that quit before the workday, or a drain that backs up and refuses to clear. The longer a plumbing failure goes unaddressed, the more it costs to fix. Water doesn't wait, and neither does the damage it causes.
Water damage behind walls, beneath slabs, and under floors can progress silently; mold, rot, and structural softening follow within days of a slow leak. Most of that damage is invisible to a homeowner until it's already expensive. A professional diagnostic visit catches what you can't see and gives you a clear picture of what's actually happening inside your home's plumbing system. We get to the source of the problem, not just the symptom, and we do it on a schedule that works for you.
The Plumbing Services We Provide
We handle the full range of residential and light commercial plumbing, from urgent repairs to planned installations, so you have a single licensed contractor to call regardless of the problem's scope. Whether it's an emergency in the middle of the night or a fixture upgrade you've been putting off, we've got it covered.
Leak Detection and Pipe Repair
Visible leaks are obvious; hidden ones aren't. Pinhole leaks in copper pipes, joint failures behind walls, and slab leaks underneath your foundation can run up your water bill for months before you notice the source. If you're seeing unexplained moisture, higher-than-normal water bills, or damp patches with no clear cause, we'll find it and fix it.
Pipe Replacement
Many older Birmingham homes still have galvanized steel or polybutylene supply lines that are well past their reliable service life. Corrosion builds up on the inside of galvanized pipe, restricting flow and eventually causing failures at joints. If your home is ready for a repipe, whether one section or the full house, we handle it with minimal disruption and full permit coordination.
Drain Clearing and Repair
Slow drains and recurring blockages are frustrating on their own, but a main line clog or root intrusion in older tree-lined neighborhoods can shut down multiple fixtures at once. We clear the obstruction and diagnose the underlying cause, so the same problem doesn't come back in three weeks. Camera inspection is available for persistent or unexplained drain issues.
Fixture Installation
Whether you're replacing a leaking faucet, upgrading a toilet, adding a new sink, or swapping out a shower fixture that's seen better days, we handle the full installation, including supply and drain connections. We also install garbage disposals and can coordinate fixture selection if you need guidance before purchase.
Water Heater Service and Replacement
A failed water heater in a household with kids or elderly residents is an urgent situation, not a scheduled inconvenience. We service and replace both tank and tankless water heaters, and for complete failures, we prioritize same-day replacement when our schedule allows. We'll walk you through tank vs. tankless options so you can choose the right unit for your household's actual hot water demand.
New Plumbing Installations
Additions, remodel rough-ins, ADU conversions, and new construction tie-ins all require a licensed contractor, and, in most cases, a permit pulled with the City of Birmingham or the relevant municipality. We handle the licensing, permit coordination, and inspections, so the work is done to code, and your project doesn't stall waiting on paperwork.
How Our Plumbing Process Works From First Call to Final Check
Every job follows the same structured sequence, whether it's a single fixture repair or a full repipe. That consistency isn't bureaucracy; it's how we protect our customers and make sure nothing gets skipped under job-site pressure.
- Diagnostic visit and problem assessment. We show up, look at what's actually happening, and give you a clear picture of the cause, not just the visible symptom. This step protects you from paying to fix the wrong thing.
- Written estimate with labor and parts itemized before any work begins. You see the full cost in writing, so there are no surprises when the invoice arrives.
- Parts sourcing and scheduling confirmation. We confirm availability of materials and lock in a start time that works for your household, no showing up with the wrong parts.
- Repair or installation carried out to Alabama plumbing code. Licensed work means the job passes inspection and your homeowner's insurance remains intact.
- Final inspection, system test, and site clean-up. We test the repaired system under normal operating conditions before we leave, and we clean the work area because the job isn't done until everything works and the space looks like we were never there.
Plumbing Questions
When Should I Repair a Pipe Versus Replace It?
The decision depends on pipe material, system age, and repair history. Copper pipes can often be repaired if the damage is isolated, but galvanized lines corrode from the inside out and typically warrant full replacement. If you've had the same section repaired more than once, or if corrosion is visible at multiple joints, replacement is usually the better long-term value. A licensed plumber's diagnostic visit is the only reliable way to assess which path makes financial sense.
What Causes a Drain to Keep Clogging Even After I’ve Cleared It?
Recurring drain clogs in homes are most often caused by partial obstructions that were cleared at the surface but not at the root. Grease buildup coats pipe walls and reaccumulates quickly. In older neighborhoods, root intrusion into cast-iron or clay drain lines and partially collapsed pipe sections are common causes that a plunger simply can't fix. A camera inspection pinpoints the cause so the right repair gets done once.
Is a Dripping Faucet Something I Need to Fix Right Away?
A dripping faucet wastes measurable water and raises your water bill, but the bigger concern is what the drip signals. A worn valve seat, a failing cartridge, or early corrosion at the supply connection are all common causes, and each gets more expensive to address if the fitting fails completely. Fixing a drip early costs significantly less than dealing with water damage from a supply line failure.
How Do I Know if I Have a Hidden Water Leak in My Home?
Warning signs include unexplained spikes in the water bill, damp or discolored patches on walls or ceilings, a musty smell in enclosed spaces, and the sound of running water when no fixtures are in use. Any one of these signals warrants a professional inspection. A licensed plumber can confirm a hidden leak with pressure testing and acoustic detection equipment that locates the problem without unnecessary demolition.
Do You Handle Emergency Plumbing Calls?
Yes. We provide 24-hour emergency plumbing service. For urgent issues such as burst pipes, water heater failures, and major drain backups.
