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ABD Plumbing

Plumber in Athens, AL

About 14 miles from our Decatur base

From historic homes near downtown to newer Limestone County houses, we repair the plumbing problems Athens homeowners face.

(256) 221-2847 Mon–Fri 8am–8pm
Bradford White water heater on a hanging platform with a pan, a Watts expansion tank and copper supply lines
Bradford White tank, expansion tank and pan

Plumbing in Athens homes

Athens has older houses near downtown and newer homes across Limestone County. A repair means a worn fixture in an established house or a drain under a newer slab. ABD Plumbing is owner-run since 2013 by Gerald Farrish Jr., an Alabama master plumber. We work in Athens homes, rentals, commercial buildings and government buildings.

Older Athens homes and plumbing repairs

A leak under the sink or a shower that won’t hold temperature points to a worn part. Historic homes and smaller mill houses have different layouts from newer construction. Some older Athens houses have crawl spaces and old pipe runs. A worn valve, faucet cartridge or loose connection causes these problems. We replace faulty parts and check nearby joints for moisture. Slow tub and kitchen drains signal buildup farther down the branch line, not only at the drain opening. Our drain cleaning clears kitchen, bathroom, laundry and main line clogs.

Sewer lines and newer Athens houses

A sewer clog that returns after clearing often starts at an aging pipe joint. Tree roots enter old joints and catch debris. Red clay soil shifts between wet and dry seasons, stressing buried lines. In a newer slab house, a damaged drain under concrete disrupts daily use. We reach and replace the faulty section. Our sewer line replacement handles broken, sagging and root-filled pipe between the house and the tap.

A gas tank stops heating when its pilot or burner fails. An electric unit loses hot water when its element or thermostat wears out. We repair and replace gas and electric tank water heaters, and install tankless models. You hear the fault, proposed fix and cost before work begins. For a new tank or worn unit, see water heater installation.

Plumbing service around Athens

Plumbing trouble in Athens gets service from ABD Plumbing, based about 14 miles away in Decatur. We handle plumbing repairs, water heater work and sewer line problems across the city and nearby Limestone County. New construction work includes underground and rough-in plumbing. We also repair plumbing in commercial and government buildings. Property managers in neighboring Madison and Decatur are within our service area.

Call (256) 221-2847 to discuss the problem. We explain the fix and cost before work starts.

Across north Alabama

Reviews from Athens-area customers

5.0 out of 5 from 38 Google reviews

May 2026 · Google

I needed a water heater quickly as my 17 year old gas water heater was leaking. I got a quote in a few days for a reasonable price. My new Bradford White water heater was installed the next day…

C W.
Jul 2025 · Google

Gerald was outstanding! I needed him to come and fix a leak in my water line. He came out expeditiously and fixed the problem…

Mykael C.
Apr 2026 · Google

George was very professional and prompt with his service. He came back when promised. He waa very clean and organized the whole time while here

Roxy

Athens plumbing questions

Can you repair plumbing in older Athens homes?

Yes. We repair worn faucets, shower valves, water heaters and drains in older Athens houses. Crawl spaces and old pipe runs hide leaks, so we trace each leak to its failing part before the repair.

What causes repeat sewer clogs in Athens?

Tree roots enter older sewer pipes and catch waste, causing repeat clogs. Red clay shifts through wet and dry seasons and stresses buried pipe. We replace broken, sagging or root-filled sewer lines from the house to the tap.

Do you work on water heaters in Athens rentals?

Yes. We repair and replace gas and electric tank water heaters in Athens rentals. We check the pilot, burner, element, thermostat, valve or tank, then explain the fix and cost before work starts.

Can you handle plumbing for new construction in Athens?

Yes. We do underground and rough-in plumbing for new construction, plus commercial plumbing repairs. Builders and property managers call us about work in Athens homes and buildings.

What are your hours?

Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm. Weekends by appointment. Call (256) 221-2847 to set a time.

Who owns ABD Plumbing?

Gerald Farrish Jr. owns and runs ABD Plumbing. He is an Alabama master plumber and started the company in 2013.

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(256) 221-2847 Mon–Fri 8am–8pm

(256) 221-2847 Mon–Fri 8am–8pm