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Frozen Pipe Repair in Boulder, CO
Front Range cold snaps freeze pipes in older homes. Call to be connected with an independent, licensed plumber who handles frozen pipe repair in Boulder; they diagnose the problem and quote the work before starting.
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Common signs
- No water at a faucet in freezing weather
- frost on a pipe
Frozen Pipe Repair services in Boulder
Problems frozen pipe repair fixes
- No water at a faucet during a freeze
- Frost on an exposed pipe
- A split pipe once it thaws
- Pipes in exterior walls, attics or crawlspaces that freeze every winter
Why frozen pipe repair comes up in Boulder
Front Range cold snaps freeze pipes in older homes.
Older construction makes freezing more likely: 55% of Boulder's housing predates 1980, when pipes were often run through exterior walls, crawlspaces and unheated garages with little insulation.
- Typical home built
- 1977
- Homes before 1980
- 55%
- Winter freezes
- Regular hard freezes
How the work is done
- 1Shut off and assessClose the main if a pipe split; find the frozen section.
- 2Thaw safelyGentle heat with the faucet open, never a torch.
- 3Repair splitsCut out and replace the damaged section.
- 4Prevent repeatsInsulate, reroute or add heat tape to pipes that freeze.
What affects the price
The plumbing company sets the price after seeing the job; ask for it in writing before work starts.
- How many sections froze or split
- Access to the pipe
- Water damage to repair
- Insulation or rerouting
- Emergency timing
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Frozen Pipe Repair in Boulder: questions
If a frozen pipe bursts in Boulder after hours, can the city shut off my water?
Yes. Boulder says to call 303-441-3200 for an emergency water shutoff after hours. Pipes from the meter into your home are yours, so a plumber repairs the frozen or burst section.
Why is frozen pipe repair a common call in Boulder?
Front Range cold snaps freeze pipes in older homes.
How old are most homes in Boulder?
The median home in Boulder was built in 1977, and 55% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey).
Who can thaw a frozen pipe in Boulder?
A plumber can thaw the line safely, check it for cracks and repair any split section before water damage spreads. In Boulder: front Range cold snaps freeze pipes in older homes.
Who supplies water in Boulder?
City of Boulder. Past the meter, plumbing is the owner's.
Frozen Pipe Repair near Boulder
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Denver, COFrozen Pipe Repair in Denver, CO: repeated freeze-thaw cycles and sudden cold snaps catch pipes in exterior walls, crawl spaces and garages.
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Westminster, COFrozen Pipe Repair in Westminster, CO: front Range cold snaps freeze pipes in exterior walls and crawlspaces.
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Fort Collins, COFrozen Pipe Repair in Fort Collins, CO: below-zero cold snaps freeze pipes in exterior walls, garages and crawlspaces.
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Thornton, COFrozen Pipe Repair in Thornton, CO: front Range cold snaps freeze pipes in exterior walls and crawlspaces.
More plumbing services in Boulder
- Sewer Line Repair in Boulder, COSewer Line Repair in Boulder, CO: old clay laterals crack in expansive soils.
- Water Heater Replacement in Boulder, COWater Heater Replacement in Boulder, CO: tanks in older homes and rentals reach end of life.
- Emergency Plumbing in Boulder, COPlumbing emergency in Boulder, CO? Who to call (City of Boulder or a plumber), what to shut off first, and the emergencies most likely in Boulder homes.
- All plumbing services in BoulderEvery plumbing service available to Boulder homes.
Local rules and details for Boulder
Boulder facts behind this page
- The median home in Boulder was built in 1977. [1]
- About 55% of Boulder's housing units were built before 1980, the era of galvanized steel supply pipe, cast iron drains and clay sewer laterals. [1]
- The City of Boulder states that it owns the water service line from the water main, typically under the street, to the meter, while the customer owns the water service line from the water meter into the home or building. Boulder Utilities can be reached at 303-441-3260 on weekdays, and for an emergency water shutoff after hours, residents should call 303-441-3200. [2]
Boulder rules and programs for frozen pipe repair
- The City of Boulder states that it owns the water service line from the water main, typically under the street, to the meter, while the customer owns the water service line from the water meter into the home or building. Boulder Utilities can be reached at 303-441-3260 on weekdays, and for an emergency water shutoff after hours, residents should call 303-441-3200. [2]
Other common plumbing calls in Boulder
- Sewer Line Repair: old clay laterals crack in expansive soils.
- Water Heater Replacement: tanks in older homes and rentals reach end of life.
Safety first
Never use an open flame; split pipe means main valve off.
Sources (2)
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01
- City of Boulder, Water Utilities · checked 2026-10-20