Bastrop is a community with deep roots and a growing future. The historic homes along Main Street, the tree-lined neighborhoods near the Colorado River, and the unique character of the Lost Pines corridor give this area a personality that newer suburbs can't replicate. But with that historic charm comes historic plumbing — and the challenges that accompany pipes, fixtures, and sewer lines that have been in service for decades. Kimco Plumbing & Air provides licensed, insured plumbing services to homeowners throughout the county.
Why Older Homes Here Need an Experienced Plumber
Many of the homes in this part of Bastrop County were built in the 1950s through 1980s, when galvanized steel and cast iron were the standard pipe materials. These materials have a finite lifespan — typically 40 to 70 years — and in many homes, that clock has run out. Corroded galvanized supply lines restrict water flow and turn the water brownish-orange at the tap. Cast iron drain lines crack along their length, sag from soil movement, and allow aggressive tree roots to infiltrate through the joints. The result is a steady cycle of plumbing problems that individual patch repairs can never permanently solve.
On the other end of the spectrum, the newer developments along Highway 71 and Highway 21 feature modern plumbing materials — PEX, PVC, and CPVC — but modern materials don't guarantee trouble-free service. Builder-grade fixtures that weren't designed for hard water conditions, improperly pitched drain lines that retain standing water, and inadequate vent pipe sizing cause problems that typically surface within the first three to five years of homeownership.
Plumbing Services We Provide
Leak detection and repair. From a dripping faucet to a slab leak hidden beneath three inches of concrete, we find and fix leaks of every kind. Our electronic leak detection equipment locates underground and in-wall leaks without tearing up floors or walls unnecessarily. Finding leaks early saves homeowners thousands in potential water damage, mold remediation, and wasted water bills.
Drain cleaning. Slow drains and recurring clogs are among our most frequent service calls. Kitchen drains accumulate grease buildup over months of cooking, bathroom drains clog from hair and soap residue, and main sewer lines clog when tree roots penetrate aging joints. We use professional-grade cable machines and hydro-jetting to clear blockages completely — not just poke a temporary hole through them that clogs again in a few weeks.
Repiping. For homes still relying on galvanized steel or polybutylene pipe, whole-house repiping with PEX is the definitive, permanent solution. It eliminates corrosion at the source, restores full water pressure to every fixture, improves water quality, and provides decades of reliable service. We offer free repipe estimates with firm flat-rate pricing — the quote you receive is the amount you pay.
Water line repair and replacement. The main water line running from the meter to your home can develop leaks from soil shifting, root interference, or simple age-related deterioration. Warning signs include a persistently wet or soft area in the yard near the meter, a sudden drop in water pressure, or a water bill that spikes without any change in usage. We repair or replace main water lines using modern materials with minimal excavation and landscaping disruption.
Fixture installation and upgrades. Whether you're renovating a bathroom, replacing a kitchen faucet, or upgrading to a more efficient toilet, we handle all fixture installations with precision and clean workmanship. Every installation is pressure-tested and inspected before we leave.
Hard Water in This Region
Bastrop County water has higher mineral content than many Central Texas communities. This hard water causes calcium and lime scale buildup in pipes, water heaters, and fixtures over time. Scale deposits gradually narrow pipe interiors, reduce flow to fixtures, and shorten the lifespan of every water-using appliance in your home. If you notice white, green, or brownish deposits forming around faucet aerators and showerheads, your home is dealing with hard water effects. We can assess the impact on your plumbing system and recommend solutions ranging from targeted descaling to whole-house water softener installation.
Flat-Rate Pricing — The Kimco Standard
Every plumbing service call comes with our flat-rate pricing guarantee. We diagnose the issue, explain your options in plain language, and present a firm price before any work starts. No hourly billing that rewards slow work, no surprise line items on the invoice, and no pressure to approve work you don't need. If we recommend a repair, we explain exactly why it's necessary. If a repair isn't worth the cost, we tell you that too.
Call Kimco for Plumbing Service in Bastrop
From routine faucet repairs to major repiping projects, Kimco Plumbing & Air delivers licensed, insured plumbing service to homeowners across the area. Visit our [Bastrop area page](/areas/bastrop) for full coverage details, or call (737) 260-7255 to schedule. Flat-rate pricing, experienced technicians, and honest recommendations — that's the Kimco standard.