Plumber in Vienna, VA
From Church Street to the neighborhoods off Maple Avenue and Nutley Street, we help Vienna homeowners in 22180, 22181 and 22182 find leaks and fix plumbing.
- ZIP 22180, 22181, 22182
- Town of Vienna water customers
- Open 24/7
Vienna is an incorporated town surrounded by Fairfax County suburbs, just southwest of McLean along Chain Bridge Road. Its center is Church Street, with the W&OD Trail running through town and Maple Avenue carrying traffic toward Tysons. Many Vienna homes are 1950s and 1960s ramblers, split-levels and colonials, and many lots now hold rebuilt or expanded homes. We serve Vienna the same way we serve our McLean plumbing customers: find the cause first, then fix it.
Why plumbing in Vienna is different
The Town of Vienna runs its own water and sewer utility. The town says it serves nearly 5,600 residential and commercial customers, about one-third of them outside town limits, and it buys its drinking water from Fairfax Water. In 2024 the town finished an inventory of its water service lines and found no lead or galvanized lines in its system.
Inside the house is a different story. Original 1950s and 1960s homes may still have galvanized steel or early copper supply pipe. Additions and rebuilds tie new plumbing into old. Most homes have basements, so water heaters, laundry and sump pits sit below grade, where a leak can run for a while before anyone notices.
Common plumbing problems in Vienna
| Problem | Where it shows up | What helps |
|---|---|---|
| Higher water bill, no visible leak | Town of Vienna or Fairfax Water bill | Leak detection |
| Pinhole leaks in copper | Basement ceilings, utility rooms | Repiping |
| Water heater leak in the basement | Utility room | Water heater repair |
| Floor drain backing up | Basement laundry area | Drain cleaning |
| Roots in the sewer lateral | Older streets with mature trees | Sewer line repair |
| Water rising in the sump pit | Basement | Sump pump repair |
| Wet strip of lawn | Between the meter and the house | Water line repair |
Tips for Vienna homeowners
- Know your utility. Your bill tells you whether you are a Town of Vienna or Fairfax Water customer. That decides who to call about the meter.
- Check the basement monthly. Look around the water heater, washer hoses and sump pit.
- Test the sump pump before storm season. Pour water in the pit and make sure it starts and stops.
- Watch for pinholes. Green or white crust on copper pipes often comes before a drip.
- Find your main shutoff. In most Vienna homes it is in the basement where the water line enters.
Renovations and permits in Vienna
Vienna has seen many renovations and rebuilds. When plumbing is added or moved, Fairfax County requires a residential plumbing permit for new or replaced plumbing equipment and fixtures, and properties inside town limits may also need town approvals. We check what your job needs and tell you before we start.
Vienna homes after a rebuild
Many original Vienna ramblers have been expanded or replaced. A new home on an old lot may still connect to an older service line or sewer lateral that was not replaced during construction. If you have a newer home with older lines underground, a sewer camera inspection and a check of the water service can show whether those lines are ready for today's fixtures and water use.
Vienna plumbing questions
Do you cover all of Vienna?
Yes. We serve the Town of Vienna and the Vienna-addressed parts of Fairfax County in ZIP codes 22180, 22181 and 22182, including areas near Wolf Trap, Nottoway Park and the Vienna Metro station.
My water comes from the Town of Vienna. Who fixes a water line leak?
The Town of Vienna runs its own water utility and buys its water from Fairfax Water. Call the town about the meter or a leak on the public side. A leak on the line across your property is a private repair we can locate and fix.
Does Vienna have lead water service lines?
The Town of Vienna says its 2024 inventory of water service lines in its system found no lead or galvanized lines. The pipes inside your home are separate; we can check them during a visit.
Why does my Vienna basement get water?
It can be groundwater after heavy rain, a sump pump problem, a drain backup or a plumbing leak under the slab. We test to find out which before recommending a fix.
Do you work on homes outside the town limits?
Yes. About a third of Town of Vienna water customers live outside town limits, and we serve those homes and Fairfax Water customers with Vienna addresses too.
Sources
- Town of Vienna — Water and Sewer Services
- Fairfax County Land Development Services — Residential Plumbing Permit
Last reviewed 2026-11-07. This page is general information, not legal or insurance advice. Read how we research and check pages in our editorial policy.
Plumbing services in Vienna
Leak Detection
Find hidden leaks in walls, ceilings, floors and yards without tearing the house apart.
Slab Leak Repair
Locate and fix leaks under basement and slab floors with spot repair or a reroute.
Water Line Repair
Repair or replace the buried line between the meter and your house.
Emergency Plumber
Burst pipes, flooding and no-water calls answered around the clock.
Water Heater Repair
Repair, replace or upgrade tank and tankless water heaters.
Drain Cleaning
Clear slow and clogged sink, tub, floor and main drains.
Sewer Line Repair
Camera inspection, root removal and repair of the main sewer line.
Repiping
Fix pinhole leaks and replace old copper, galvanized or polybutylene pipe.
Sump Pump Repair
Repair, replace and back up the pump that keeps your basement dry.
Well Pump Repair
Restore water to homes on private wells, from pressure tank to pump.
Toilet, Faucet & Shower Repair
Stop running toilets, dripping faucets and leaking shower pans.
Pool Leak Detection
Find where a pool or spa is losing water, then fix the plumbing side.
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