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Plumbing Services in Wetumpka, ALBenjamin Franklin Plumbing® of Montgomery

Your Trusted Wetumpka Plumber

Wetumpka, the seat of Elmore County, is a historic and scenic town on the Coosa River. It is famous for its ancient impact crater, its river-town charm, and its role as a filming location, with a walkable downtown, established neighborhoods, and growing subdivisions just northeast of Montgomery. Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® of Montgomery, locally owned since 1986, is the on-time team Wetumpka homeowners and businesses count on.

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On time, every time: if we're not on time, we pay you $5 a minute, up to $300.

24/7

Around-the-clock emergency service

90%

of issues on the first visit

a minute, up to $300

Comprehensive Plumbing Services in Wetumpka

Every Wetumpka home has access to our full range of plumbing services. The menu is the same across our entire River Region service area, and each service links to the national brand page with full details:

24/7 Emergency Plumbing

Around-the-clock emergency service dispatched for Wetumpka homeowners facing burst or leaking pipes, slab leaks, sewer backups, water heater failures, or no-water situations. We are available day or night, weekends and holidays, with no after-hours fees.

Plumbing Repairs, Inspection & Installation
Expert diagnosis and repair of leaks, fixtures, and supply problems, backed by professional inspection and diagnosis. Our plumbers are trained to resolve up to 90% of issues on the first visit.
Slab Leak Detection & Repair
Slab leak detection and repair, plus non-destructive leak detection, leak repair, and pool leak detection, vital where central Alabama's expansive clay soils shift beneath slab foundations and stress the pipes below.
Piping, Repiping & Water Lines
Pipe repair and whole-home repiping for aging galvanized and cast-iron systems and the failure-prone polybutylene common in 1980s–90s homes, plus water service line and leaking pipe repair.
Water Heaters & Tankless
Water heater repair, replacement, and installation, including tankless systems, a popular upgrade for endless hot water and energy savings in the Alabama heat.
Water Treatment & Softeners
Water softeners and filtration for the hard water and, on private wells, the iron, sulfur, and sediment common in the River Region, cutting scale and improving taste and appliance life.
Well Pumps & Water Systems
Well pump and water pump service and pressure-tank work for the many rural Autauga, Elmore, and Montgomery County homes on private wells.
Drain Cleaning & Hydro Jetting
Drain cleaning and hydro jetting with camera inspection, clearing grease, buildup, and the tree roots that reach into lines beneath the region's mature canopy.
Sewer Line Repair, Replacement & Trenchless
Sewer line repair and replacement and trenchless options for root intrusion and the aging clay and cast-iron laterals stressed by shifting clay soils, often with minimal digging.
Outdoor, Pool & Fixtures
Outdoor plumbing, pool pump service, and faucet, toilet, shower, bathtub, and garbage disposal repair and installation.
Commercial Plumbing
Commercial plumbing service for the shops, offices, restaurants, and businesses across Montgomery, Prattville, and the River Region.

Wetumpka's plumbing reflects its mix of history and growth. Most homes are on municipal water, Wetumpka is supplied in part by the Central Elmore Water & Sewer Authority, which tends to be hard. Softeners and treatment are popular, while outlying homes on private wells need iron and sulfur filtration. Its historic downtown and older neighborhoods hold homes with aging galvanized, cast-iron, or lead-era pipe worth repiping. Its newer subdivisions include polybutylene-era homes worth replacing before they leak. Its commercial base relies on commercial plumbing.

Wetumpka's homes sit on slab or crawlspace foundations. Central Alabama's clay-rich soils, shaped here by the unusual geology of the impact crater and the Coosa River valley, shift with the seasons, stressing the water and sewer lines beneath a slab. Slab leak detection and repair matter. Long, hot summers push water heaters hard, mature trees send roots into aging sewer laterals, and the occasional hard freeze can still threaten unprotected pipes.

Wetumpka Neighborhoods and Areas We Serve

The historic downtown along the Coosa River
Established neighborhoods near the crater and the courthouse
Growing subdivisions on the town's edges
Country properties toward Titus, Elmore, and Eclectic
The homes and businesses across Wetumpka

Wetumpka Local Insight

Wetumpka's mix of historic downtown, growing subdivisions, and businesses plays to our strengths. We offer slab leak detection, repiping (including polybutylene replacement), softeners and treatment, water heater service, sewer-root work, and commercial plumbing. Our stocked trucks resolve most calls on the first visit, and we've served Elmore County for decades.

Why Wetumpka Chooses Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®

The On-Time Guarantee
If we're not on time, we pay you $5 for every minute we're late, up to 60 minutes or $300. See our guarantees.
Locally Owned Since 1986
We've been a locally owned and operated Montgomery-area plumbing company for more than 30 years. Our plumbers live in and serve the same River Region communities, and we treat customers like neighbors.
Up-Front, Straightforward Pricing
You approve every price before any work begins, no meter running, no surprises. Our customers routinely note our honesty and no-pressure options.
4.7-Star Rated & 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
We stand behind our materials, labor, and craftsmanship. If you're not satisfied, we make it right at no extra cost.
24/7 Availability
We answer the phone around the clock, every day of the year, with no after-hours fees, vital during a slab leak, a burst pipe, or a sewer backup.
Licensed, Insured & UWIN®-Endorsed
Background-checked, drug-tested professionals, licensed in Alabama, with liability coverage and workers' compensation.
Nationally Backed
Based right here on Mendel Parkway in Montgomery and serving Wetumpka, supported by a brand named Forbes' Top Ranked Plumbing Company of 2024.

Seasonal Plumbing in Wetumpka

Wetumpka plumbing follows the central Alabama calendar. Flush the water heater yearly for the hard water. Watch for slab-leak signs as soils shift. Have older sewer lines in the historic districts checked for roots. Before a hard freeze, insulate exposed pipes and disconnect hoses. On a well, keep the pump and treatment maintained.

Schedule Plumbing Service in Wetumpka Today

Call Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® of Montgomery at (334) 247-1690 anytime, day or night, or book your appointment online. Meet the Montgomery team behind every visit. We proudly serve Wetumpka and the surrounding River Region, on time, every time. Learn more on the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® national brand site.

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Emergency Response Plumbing Services

Our Licensed Plumbers Are Prepared, Anytime

When you need plumbing repairs now, we’ll be there. Our 24/7 home plumbers are available to address your emergency plumbing service needs day or night.

Whether you have an emergency burst pipe, a water leak, or an overflowing toilet, we’re here to help. And we don’t just fix the problem, we take preventive measures to stop it from happening again.

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Customer Reviews

4.82 (121619 reviews)

Linda Burns

I highly recommend this company. They were quick and responsive in scheduling my service, and the plumber they sent out was fantastic. Sometimes it’s hard to find a plumber, but search no more. Use them! I certainly will use them again. Most importantly, their prices are very reasonable and competitive.

W P

Outstanding experience! A polite young man Mr. Amado handled a small repair for us, and everything went seamlessly. Scheduling through the call center was quick, communication was stellar, and the pricing and workmanship were top-notch. As someone who has worked in the service industry for a long time, I truly appreciate the commitment to customer service and communication training shown here. The quality of work still needs to stand the test of time, but the overall experience was 10 out of 10. I won't hesitate to use them again!

Brian Ridenour

Daniel was great!! He was very prompt and explained the workings of the new water heater. The company is awesome. Now you could find a cheaper water heater and cheaper labor but I tried one of those water heaters from the big box store and it failed after only 4 years. The ones that Benjamin Franklin sells are MADE IN THE USA instead of a foreign country. Give them a try, you won’t be sorry!

Dennis Sen

10/10, no doubt about it. Lucas was prompt, professional, and knowledgeable. We had an issue with our water heater that left us without hot water or heat this fall. He quickly diagnosed the problems, explained his findings in excellent detail, and got everything fixed. He also went the extra mile in a couple of ways I didn’t expect, which I really appreciated. I’d absolutely recommend Lucas!

Refind Vintage

We had our water heater repaired and had a new water filter system installed after the technician suggested it. He was friendly and factual. After his visit we had to have another repair man to set the water heater temperature. Now it is working fine.

Suzyn Purdy

Christian was a very kind and pleasant young man. He did an exceptional job replacing my kitchen sink faucet and incinerator. He was thorough and helped to get the smell out of our pipes I would recommend him for any job.

Larry Murphy

Our plumber, Jared was efficient and understood our issue quickly! Very respectful of us and property and we highly recommend this company.

Jeremiah Fisher

A full gas water heater installation -- quick install with courteous service. Jon Hare and Luke Stelly gave excellent advice and were finished with the install in less 3 hours (including purchasing the unit itself)! Thanks!

Tammy Spencer

Luke was awesome! I am so happy that I picked your company to do my repair! I will be using your company again. Thank you for your awesome service! I would highly recommend your company to anyone needing service done at their home!

Paula Thompson

The guys were personable, have plumbing experience and seemed knowledgeable of the situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the signs of a slab leak in Wetumpka?

Warm spots on the floor, unexplained high water bills, low pressure, or the sound of running water with everything off. Central Alabama's shifting clay soils make slab leaks a real risk. We detect and repair them.

Should I repipe my historic Wetumpka home?

Older downtown homes often have corroding galvanized, cast-iron, or lead-era pipe, and later homes may have polybutylene. Repiping restores pressure and prevents leaks. We inspect and recommend honestly.