The August 2016 flood inundated tens of thousands of homes in the Baton Rouge area, many outside mapped flood zones, damaging water heaters, drains and supply lines. Hurricanes bring wind, rain and outages, and occasional hard freezes burst exposed pipes in homes built for heat.
Housing & construction
Older homes near LSU and in the Garden District, slab homes across the parish, and newer subdivisions in Central, Denham Springs and Prairieville.
Plumbing services in Baton Rouge
Leak Detection in Baton Rouge
Clay movement
Baton Rouge leak detection →
Sewer Line Repair in Baton Rouge
Soil-driven sags
Baton Rouge sewer line repair →Also common in Baton Rouge: water heater repair, pipe repair.
What makes Baton Rouge plumbing different
Soft aquifer water
Little scale, though older copper can corrode.
Expansive clay
Soil movement stresses slabs and pipes.
Flood history
Many homes flooded in 2016, including outside flood zones.
Hurricanes
Wind, rain and outages affect plumbing equipment.
Seasonal plumbing calendar for Baton Rouge
- Hurricane seasonKnow your shutoffs and check plumbing after storms.
- Winter freezesInsulate exposed pipes when hard freezes are forecast.
Plumbing emergency in Baton Rouge?
- Close the main water shutoff, or the fixture valve if the problem is in one place.
- Stay away from water near outlets or the electrical panel.
- For sewage backups, stop using all drains.
- If you smell gas, leave and call the gas utility or 911 from outside.
Baton Rouge plumbing questions
Where does Baton Rouge water come from?
The Southern Hills aquifer system, deep sands that produce soft, high-quality water.
Is Baton Rouge water hard?
No, it’s generally soft.
Should I check plumbing after flooding?
Yes; water heaters, drains and supply lines exposed to floodwater should be inspected or replaced.
Nearby service areas
We also serve communities around Baton Rouge, including Denham Springs, Central, Zachary, Prairieville, Gonzales, Port Allen.
