Jefferson County · Denver–Aurora–Centennial metro
Plumbing help in Arvada, CO
Frozen PipesNewer Homes
Arvada treats its own drinking water from two reservoirs, and about half of its homes were built before 1980. Freeze-prone winters and older supply and sewer lines in the historic core make burst pipes, repiping and sewer inspections common, while newer northern neighborhoods mostly need water heater and fixture work.
- Median home built
- 1980
- Built before 1980
- 50%
- Owner-occupied
- 75%
- Water hardness
- See below
- Winter
- Regular hard freezes
- Plumbing code
- Local
The plumbing calls that come up most in Arvada
- Burst Pipe Repair
Hard freezes split pipes in exterior walls and crawl spaces, especially in older homes.
- Sewer Camera Inspection
Older laterals in the historic core crack and collect roots from mature trees.
- Water Heater Replacement
Newer northern neighborhoods are replacing first-generation heaters.
Emergency plumbing in Arvada
Call (833) 878-1592Shut off your main water supply if it's safe to do so. The emergencies below are listed most likely first for Arvada homes, based on local conditions.
Frozen pipe risk in Arvada
Regular hard freezes · median home built 1980
Where Arvada's water comes from
Arvada's drinking water comes from two surface water sources: Ralston Reservoir, filled by Denver Water's North System including Gross Reservoir, and Arvada Reservoir, filled by Ralston Creek and Clear Creek. [1]
Polybutylene-era homes in Arvada
The median home in Arvada was built in 1980, and 50% of homes predate 1980. Homes from that era were typically built with copper or CPVC supply, plastic drains, and in some homes gray polybutylene supply pipe.
- Galvanized steel supply (1900–1960)
- Copper supply (1950–2000)
- Polybutylene (some homes) (1978–1996)
- PEX / CPVC (1995–today)
Plumbing services for Arvada homes
Arvada plumbing questions
Where does Arvada's water come from?
From Ralston Reservoir, filled by Denver Water's North System, and Arvada Reservoir, filled by Ralston Creek and Clear Creek.
What should I do if a pipe bursts in my Arvada home?
Close the main shutoff, cut power to wet areas from a dry spot, and call a plumber. See burst pipe repair.
Do older Arvada homes need repiping?
Homes with original galvanized supply lines often do. Rusty water, low pressure and repeated leaks are the signs.
How do I keep outdoor faucets from freezing in Arvada?
Disconnect hoses before the first freeze and close the inside shutoff if you have one, or install a frost-free sillcock.
Sources (2)
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01
- City of Arvada, Source Water Protection · checked 2026-10-02