Trust the Local Team
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Licensed ProfessionalsLicensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, we maintain high standards on every job.
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24/7 Plumbing ServiceDay or night, our team is available to handle residential and commercial plumbing emergencies.
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No Guesswork RepairsOur background in new construction helps us accurately identify plumbing issues and provide the right solution.
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Family-Owned Since 1984With decades of experience, Merritt Plumbing brings trusted, local service backed by a long-standing commitment to quality.
Hear From Our Happy Customers
At Merritt Plumbing, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our customers have to say about working with us.
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"They also do a great job and are always friendly."
I never have a problem scheduling service and they come out quickly.
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"Can't say enough good about this company."
Merritt Plumbing always comes out very quickly and does great work.
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"Would highly recommend to anyone with plumbing needs."
Very knowledgeable and willing to answer all of my questions.
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"Paul at Merritt Plumbing was great."
He was on time and assessed/performed the work in a professional manner.
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"I HIGHLY recommend Merritt Plumbing!"
What a blessing to listen to their happy chatter - they loved their job and did it proudly!
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"George and his partner were very polite and helpful."
Total time about two hours.
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"Thanks for taking care of business!"
Bill is professional, knowledgeable, and responded immediately to requests while navigating a very crowded event
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"Super knowledgeable and honest!"
I called Merritt Plumbing, and they came out the same day to take care of my issue.
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Expert Diagnosis for Clogged Drain Lines in Texas Hill Country
Guessing at a pipe blockage wastes money and risks damaging underground plumbing. Our technicians inspect the line first, matching the clearing tool directly to what the high-definition camera reveals.
Our technicians eliminate the guesswork by deploying targeted diagnostic and clearing methods, including:
- Video pipe inspection. High-definition fiber-optic cameras pinpoint the exact location, depth, and cause of the restriction inside the pipe.
- High-pressure hydro jetting. Concentrated water streams scour grease, mineral scale, and sludge off the entire inner wall of the line.
- Root removal and mechanical augering. Specialized cutting heads slice through and extract invasive root masses drawn to moisture at pipe joints.
- Preventive maintenance flushing. Scheduled clearing programs are designed for commercial kitchens and high-demand households with heavy daily wastewater volume.
Once the line flows freely, we walk you through the post-clearing footage. Seeing the clean pipe interior confirms the blockage is gone and helps our team decide if the line needs routine monitoring, a spot repair, or no additional work for years to come.
Subsurface Clay Shifting & Root Intrusion in Texas Hill Country Drains
Kendall County’s underground geology creates an unforgiving environment for buried sewer laterals. Pockets of heavy, shrink-swell clay sit directly over rigid Glen Rose limestone ledges, turning seasonal weather shifts into mechanical shearing forces against waste lines. When intense storms follow an extended dry spell, heaving topsoil lifts and twists the pipe off its rock bed, snapping solvent-welded joints, creating low bellies where solids settle, and fracturing pipe crowns.
In dry acreage ground, a leaking pipe joint acts like an underground water source for mature live oaks and Ashe junipers. Fine roots follow the moisture back to loose fittings, grow inside pipes, and trap paper and grease until the drain clogs completely. A fiber-optic camera inspection can pinpoint the exact problem, showing whether high-pressure hydro jetting can clear the root mass or if a cracked pipe resting on bedrock requires targeted excavation.
Repair, Excavation, and Restoration Under One Roof
When a pipe fails, a true fix requires excavation, replacement, and surface restoration. Because we own our heavy equipment and staff in-house concrete crews, we manage all three phases on a single schedule and under one clear invoice.
We protect your property at every phase of the project with services like:
- Site protection. Technicians wear shoe covers indoors and erect dust barriers before cutting any concrete.
- Complete cleanup. Our crews thoroughly clean and restore the work area before loading up the trucks.
- Transparent pricing. Flat-rate quotes cover the entire scope of work up front, meaning the number you approve is the exact number you pay.
From the initial excavation to the final surface repair, you get one dedicated team handling the entire job. That way, you get a fully restored plumbing system without the headache of managing multiple contractors or surprise bills.
Give Merritt Plumbing a call at (830) 251-5391 or contact us online to schedule a free estimate for drain services in Boerne, TX.