Taylor, Texas is booming. Samsung's massive semiconductor facility, new residential developments spreading in every direction, and a revitalized downtown have transformed this Williamson County community into one of Central Texas's most exciting places to live. But rapid growth brings plumbing challenges — and the area has plenty. From older homes near Heritage Square with galvanized pipes that are decades past their expected lifespan to brand-new construction where the plumbing was rushed during the building boom, homeowners here need a plumber they can count on.
Kimco Plumbing & Air — Local, Licensed, Flat-Rate
Kimco is a full-service plumbing and HVAC company based in Lexington, serving Taylor and the greater Williamson County area. We handle everything from simple faucet repairs to whole-house repiping, and every single job comes with flat-rate pricing — quoted before we begin, with no exceptions. Our technicians are licensed master plumbers with years of Central Texas experience. We know the specific plumbing issues this area's homes face, and we come prepared with the parts and equipment to resolve them on the first visit whenever possible.
Common Plumbing Problems We See Here
Galvanized pipe deterioration. Many of the older homes — particularly those built before 1980 near the original downtown — still have galvanized steel water supply lines. These pipes corrode from the inside out over decades, gradually restricting water flow and contaminating the water with rust particles. If you're seeing brownish water from your faucets or water pressure that gets worse every year, internal pipe corrosion is the likely cause. The permanent solution is repiping with modern PEX or copper. Visit our [repiping service page](/services/repiping) for more details on the process and what to expect.
New construction plumbing defects. The construction boom means thousands of new homes built in a compressed timeframe. Not every builder uses the most careful plumbing subcontractors when they're racing to complete a subdivision. We see improperly soldered joints, incorrect pipe sizing, missing shut-off valves, and supply lines that weren't adequately secured. If your new home has intermittent leaks, water hammer when you close a faucet, or inconsistent water pressure between fixtures, a professional plumbing inspection can identify and correct these issues before they cause water damage.
Slab leaks. Many homes in Taylor are built on concrete slab foundations, with water supply and drain lines running beneath the concrete. Over time, these underground pipes can develop leaks from soil movement, pipe corrosion, or tree root pressure. Signs of a slab leak include an unexplained increase in your water bill, warm spots on the floor, the sound of running water when nothing is turned on, or cracks appearing in the foundation. We use electronic leak detection equipment to locate slab leaks precisely, minimizing disruption to your home and your flooring.
Drain clogs and sewer line deterioration. Older neighborhoods have aging sewer laterals — the pipe connecting your home to the city main. Tree roots, bellied pipe sections where the ground has shifted, and crumbling clay pipe joints cause chronic drainage problems that seem to come back no matter how many times you clear the clog. If your drains back up repeatedly, the issue is likely structural damage in the lateral, not a simple blockage. Camera inspection pinpoints the exact problem and its location so you can make an informed decision about repair or replacement.
Water heater connections and expansion tanks. The municipal water system operates at relatively high pressure. When a water heater heats water, that water expands and the pressure has to go somewhere. Without a properly installed thermal expansion tank, that excess pressure cycles back through your fixtures, fittings, and the water heater itself — causing premature failure across your entire plumbing system. Many older homes in the area lack expansion tanks entirely, and even some newer builds have undersized ones.
Whole-House Repiping
If your home has galvanized or polybutylene pipes, whole-house repiping is one of the most valuable investments you can make. Modern PEX piping resists corrosion, handles Central Texas water chemistry far better than galvanized steel, and carries a 25-year manufacturer warranty. A typical repipe takes two to four days depending on the size of the home. We handle everything from running the new lines to patching the wall access points, and we test every connection under pressure before we leave.
Flat-Rate Pricing — No Surprises, Ever
Every plumbing job we perform comes with a flat-rate price. We diagnose the issue, explain our findings, and present a firm quote before any repair work begins. If you choose not to proceed, you pay only the service call fee. No hourly charges that incentivize slow work, no trip fees that appear on the invoice after the fact, and no inflated parts markups. The price we quote is the price you pay.
Schedule a Taylor Plumber Today
Whether it's a dripping faucet, a major water leak, or a whole-house repipe, Kimco Plumbing & Air is here to help. We serve all of Taylor and the surrounding Williamson County communities with licensed plumbers, flat-rate pricing, and honest service. Call (737) 260-7255 to schedule your appointment.