Residential & Commercial Plumber in Edmonds, WA


At Goldstar Plumbing, we work on plumbing systems across Edmonds, from the century-old character homes near downtown and the ferry terminal to the ranch and split-level houses built through the 1950s to 1980s boom in neighborhoods like Maplewood, Perrinville, and Seaview, to the newer construction closer to Edmonds College and the Highway 99 corridor. Each of those eras brings different plumbing: older galvanized or cast iron supply and sewer lines that are overdue for inspection, mid-century homes with aging water heaters tucked into small utility closets, and newer builds with PEX and tankless systems that still need professional installation and service. We also work with the commercial properties along 5th Avenue South and around the waterfront business district, where downtime affects customers, not just a household.

As a veteran-operated, family-run business, we treat every Edmonds job the way we’d want a plumber to treat our own home: honest diagnosis, a clear price before we start, and work that holds up through the next rainy season.

What Makes Edmonds Plumbing Different

Edmonds plumbing problems are shaped by the Bowl’s geography and the city’s age. Edmonds is Snohomish County’s oldest incorporated city, which means a meaningful share of the housing stock predates modern plumbing codes: older cast iron and clay sewer laterals are common in neighborhoods like the Bowl, Westgate, and Yost, and mature trees in these established areas send roots straight into those aging lines, causing slow drains and backups that a simple snake won’t fix long-term.

The Puget Sound location also matters. Homes on the hillside streets overlooking the Sound, and lower-lying properties near the Edmonds Marsh and the shoreline, deal with a higher water table during the wet season, which is why a working sump pump is not optional in a lot of these basements and crawlspaces. Heavy Pacific Northwest rain from fall through spring also stresses water lines and foundation drainage in ways that drier climates never see.

On the water heater side, many Edmonds households are still running standard tank units installed when their home was built decades ago; if your water heater is original to a 1960s or 1970s house in Maplewood or Firdale Village, it’s past the end of its realistic service life, and we’ll tell you honestly whether a repair or a tankless upgrade makes more sense for your household size and the space you have.

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Plumbing Services We Provide in Edmonds, WA


Kitchen faucet repair

General Plumbing Services

Routine maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting for Edmonds homes and businesses of any age.

Plumbing Repair

Leaky faucets, failing fixtures, and broken pipes, repaired correctly whether your home is a downtown Edmonds craftsman or a newer property near Lynnwood.

Sink drainage connections
Underground pipe repair work

Emergency Plumbing Services

Burst pipes, overflowing toilets, sewer backups, and frozen lines during a Puget Sound cold snap don’t wait for business hours, and neither do we. Call us 24/7 for emergency plumber service anywhere in Edmonds.

Plumbing Installation

Kitchen remodels, bathroom upgrades, and new construction plumbing installed to code for Snohomish County permitting requirements.

Water Heater Installation (Including Tankless Options)

Standard, hybrid, and tankless water heater installation sized to your Edmonds home, whether you’re replacing an aging tank in an older Bowl-area house or upgrading a newer build.

Sump Pump Installation & Repair

Given the water table around the Edmonds Marsh and lower-lying lots near the Sound, a reliable sump pump protects basements and crawlspaces through the wet season.

Underground drainage installation

Leak Detection & Repair

Early leak detection prevents the kind of hidden water damage that’s especially costly in Edmonds’s older plaster-and-lath homes.

Clogged Drain Repair

Kitchen, shower, and sewer line clogs cleared quickly, including root intrusion issues common in Edmonds’s older tree-lined neighborhoods.

Water Service Line Repair & Replacement

Main water line repair and replacement for aging galvanized lines still found under many pre-1980s Edmonds properties.

Hydro Jetting & Sewer Line Inspections

High-pressure hydro jetting clears grease, tree roots, and debris without harsh chemicals, and our camera inspections pinpoint cracks or corrosion in Edmonds’s older clay and cast iron sewer laterals before they become emergencies.

Trenchless Sewer Line Replacement & Rehabilitation

Pipe bursting and cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining repair or replace a failing sewer lateral without tearing up mature landscaping, something many long-established Edmonds yards would rather avoid.

Why Edmonds Chooses Goldstar Plumbing

  • Licensed, Insured & Experienced
  • Transparent Pricing
  • Fast, Professional & Friendly Service
  • Family-Driven, Veteran-Operated
  • Local Knowledge of Edmonds’s Older Homes & Newer Construction Alike
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Serving Edmonds and the Surrounding Snohomish County Area


While Edmonds is home base, we also serve nearby southwest Snohomish County communities including Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Woodway, Brier, and Mukilteo. Whether you’re in a Bowl-area bungalow a block from the ferry terminal or a newer property near Edmonds College, our team can get to you.

Frequently Asked Questions About Plumbers in Edmonds, WA


How much does it cost to hire a plumber in Edmonds, WA?

Plumbing costs in Edmonds depend on the job, ranging from under $200 for a simple drain clearing to several thousand dollars for sewer line replacement. We provide upfront pricing before any work begins so you know the cost before we start, not after.

Do you offer emergency plumbing service in Edmonds?

Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency plumbing service throughout Edmonds, including burst pipes, sewer backups, and frozen lines during winter cold snaps. Call (425) 300-9900 any time, day or night, and our team will respond.

Why do older Edmonds homes have frequent drain and sewer problems?

Older Edmonds homes, especially in the Bowl and other established neighborhoods, often still have original cast iron or clay sewer laterals that are decades past their intended lifespan, and mature trees in these areas send roots into pipe joints, causing slow drains and backups. A camera inspection identifies the exact cause so we can recommend hydro jetting, a spot repair, or trenchless replacement instead of guessing.

Do I need a sump pump in Edmonds?

Many Edmonds properties benefit from a sump pump, particularly homes in lower-lying areas near the Edmonds Marsh or the Puget Sound shoreline where the water table rises during the rainy season. If your basement or crawlspace has shown any dampness after a heavy storm, a sump pump is worth installing before it becomes a flooding problem.

Should I repair or replace my water heater?

Replace your water heater if it is more than 10 to 12 years old, showing rust or leaking at the tank, or struggling to keep up with household demand; otherwise, a repair is often the more cost-effective choice. We’ll inspect your unit and give you an honest recommendation, including whether a tankless system makes sense for your Edmonds home.

Are you licensed to do commercial plumbing work in Edmonds?

Yes, Goldstar Plumbing is licensed, bonded, and insured to handle both residential and commercial plumbing in Edmonds, including work for businesses along 5th Avenue South and the downtown waterfront district.

Ready to Fix Your Edmonds Plumbing Problem?

From a dripping faucet in the Bowl to a full sewer line replacement out toward Highway 99, Goldstar Plumbing brings honest, local, family-driven service to every Edmonds job. Reach out for a free quote and see why your neighbors trust us with their homes and businesses.

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