The kitchen sink takes more abuse than almost anything else in the house. Grease, food scraps, coffee grounds, and years of hard water all run through it. So when something goes wrong under there, it's rarely a surprise. FoCo Plumbing, powered by Top Notch Plumbing, handles kitchen plumbing across Northern Colorado, from a stubborn clogged drain to a full sink and gas line setup for a remodel.
Drains and Disposals
A slow or clogged kitchen drain is the most common call we get in this room. It's usually grease and food buildup narrowing the pipe over time. We clear it properly and can tell you what's driving it, so it doesn't come right back. Garbage disposals are another regular; when one jams, hums without turning, or leaks, we can repair or replace it and get your sink working again.
A word on grease, since it's behind so many kitchen clogs: pouring hot fat down the drain feels harmless because it's liquid going in, but it cools and hardens on the walls of the pipe, catching food and narrowing the line until it backs up. The fix is a proper cleaning of the line, and the prevention is keeping grease out of the drain in the first place. We're happy to point out the habits that keep your kitchen drain clear.
Faucets and Fixtures
A dripping kitchen faucet wastes water and gets old fast. We repair worn faucets and install new ones, along with sprayers, soap dispensers, and filtered water taps. If you're upgrading your sink or faucet, we make sure the supply lines and connections are solid so you don't end up with a slow leak under the cabinet.
Water Lines and Appliances
Kitchens have more water connections than people realize. Dishwashers, ice makers, and refrigerator water lines all tie into your plumbing, and each one is a potential leak point. We handle these connections, run new lines for appliances, and fix the ones that have started to weep or fail.
The little braided or plastic line running to your fridge or ice maker is a common culprit for slow, hidden damage. It sits behind an appliance you rarely move, so a small drip can go unnoticed for months, warping flooring and cabinets. When we connect these lines, we use solid fittings and check the connection under pressure so it doesn't become tomorrow's problem.
Gas Lines for Ranges
Switching to a gas range, or moving one during a remodel, means working with a natural gas line. That's not a job to improvise. We're set up for natural gas work and can run or modify a line safely and to code, so your range is ready to hook up when the appliance arrives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my kitchen sink keep clogging?
Kitchen clogs are usually grease and food buildup that narrows the pipe over time. Even with a disposal, fats and starches coat the walls of the drain. We clear the line and can point out habits or setup issues that keep causing it, so the fix actually lasts.
Is it worth repairing a garbage disposal or should I replace it?
It depends on the disposal and the problem. A jam or a stuck flywheel is often a simple fix. Persistent leaks, motor failure, or an older unit usually make replacement the better call. We'll tell you honestly which way makes more sense for yours.
Can you connect my new dishwasher or ice maker line?
Yes. We run and connect water lines for dishwashers, ice makers, and refrigerators, and we make sure the connections are tight and leak-free. These small lines cause a lot of hidden water damage when they're done poorly, so it's worth getting right.
Do you install gas lines for a new range?
Yes. We handle natural gas line work, including running or modifying a line for a gas range during a remodel or an appliance switch. Gas work needs to be done to code by someone qualified, and that's exactly what we do.
Got a kitchen plumbing issue or a project coming up? Call FoCo Plumbing at (970) 999-1398.