Drain Cleaning
Slow or blocked sinks, tubs, showers and toilets are the most common plumbing calls. We clear the clog, run water to check the flow, and tell you what caused it. A drain that keeps backing up usually has a deeper cause.
Home Plumbing · Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties
Plumbing Services Across Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties
Shield Plumbing is a licensed residential and commercial plumber based in Landis, NC, serving homes and businesses across Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties, from Salisbury to Charlotte. We fix drains, sewer lines, water heaters, gas lines, pipes and fixtures.
- NC Plumbing License #37106
- Based in Landis, NC
- Residential & Commercial Plumbing
Not sure which service you need? You do not have to know. Call and tell us what you see, hear or smell. A licensed plumber looks at the problem in person, finds the cause and explains it. You get the plan and an estimate before any work starts, and the choice stays with you.
What Home Plumbing Covers
Your home runs on two plumbing systems side by side. One brings clean water in under pressure. It feeds your faucets, showers, toilets and water heater. The other carries used water out. It runs from every drain, down through the house, and out to the sewer main or a septic tank.
Most of it is out of sight. Pipes hide in walls, under floors, in crawl spaces and under the yard. That is why problems show up as small clues first: a slow drain, a damp spot, a toilet that keeps running, or a water heater that pops and rumbles.
Water supply
The pipes that carry clean water to every faucet, toilet, shower and appliance in your home.Drains
The pipes under sinks, tubs and showers that carry used water down and out of the house.Sewer line
The buried pipe that carries all your waste water from the house to the public main.Hot water
Tank or tankless water heaters that warm water for showers, dishes and laundry.Gas piping
The lines that feed gas to a water heater, range, dryer, fireplace or outdoor grill.Fixtures and valves
Faucets, toilets, sinks and the shut-off valves that stop water to one fixture or the whole house.
Why call a plumber instead of trying a fix yourself? Many problems have a hidden cause. A slow kitchen drain can be grease in the trap. It can also be a sagging pipe under the floor. A store-bought fix may clear the symptom for a week while the real problem grows.
Water also does damage quietly. A small leak inside a wall can rot wood and grow mold before you see a stain. A drain backup can soak a crawl space in an afternoon. A licensed plumber finds the cause, fixes it once, and tells you what to watch for next.
Find the real cause
We look past the symptom, so the same clog or leak does not keep coming back.Protect your home
Fixing leaks and backups early keeps water out of floors, walls and crawl spaces.Know the plan first
You hear the plan and get an estimate before any work starts.Fix what is needed
We tell you what needs fixing now and what can wait. The choice is yours.Work done to code
Licensed work follows the North Carolina plumbing code, which protects your water and your home.
Homes across Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties range from old mill houses to brand new builds. A 1920s home may mix cast iron, galvanized steel and plastic pipe. A newer home may have PEX lines and its first water heater nearing the end of its life.
Drains and Sewer Lines
These services cover the pipes that carry water out of your home, from the sink trap to the sewer main. We find where the problem sits before we decide how to fix it.
Sewer Line Repair
Your sewer line is the buried pipe from your house to the public main. Roots, shifting clay soil and old pipe can crack or block it. When several drains back up at once, this line is often the cause, and we find the damaged section.
Plumbing Inspections
An inspection is a full check of your home's plumbing: supply lines, drains, fixtures, the water heater and visible gas piping. It helps before buying a home or when an older house shows its age. You get a clear list of what we found.
Water Heaters and Gas Lines
Hot water touches almost every part of your day, and many water heaters run on gas. We handle both the heater and the gas line that feeds it.
Water Heater Repair and Replacement
No hot water, rusty water, popping sounds or a puddle at the base are common signs of trouble. We repair and replace gas and electric tank water heaters. If a repair still makes sense, we tell you so.
Tankless Water Heater Installation
A tankless unit heats water only when you turn on a tap, so there is no big tank to keep warm. We install tankless water heaters and explain the gas, venting and electrical needs before you decide.
Gas Line Piping
New appliances, a kitchen remodel or a tankless upgrade often need new gas piping. We run and repair gas lines for ranges, dryers, water heaters, fireplaces and grills, then test them for leaks.
Pipes, Fixtures and Urgent Repairs
These services cover the supply pipes and the fixtures you use every day, plus the problems that cannot wait until next week.
Pipe Repair and Replacement
Pipes can burst, freeze, corrode or start to leak inside a wall. We repair leaks and replace failing sections. Low water pressure or rusty water can point to old galvanized steel pipe that needs replacing.
Faucet and Fixture Repair
We repair and replace kitchen and bathroom faucets, sinks, toilets and shower valves. A dripping faucet, a running toilet or a leak under the sink all waste water and can damage cabinets and floors.
Emergency Plumbing
Water pouring from a burst pipe, a sewage backup or a leaking water heater needs fast action. Shut off the water first, then call us. We tell you how soon we can get there and what to do in the meantime.
Why Customers Choose Shield Plumbing
Hiring a plumber means letting a stranger into your home or business and trusting advice about work you cannot see. We take that seriously. Shield Plumbing is a licensed residential and commercial plumber based in Landis, working for homeowners and business owners alike.
Our approach is simple. We find the cause, show you what we found, and give you an estimate before we start. If a repair will do, we say so. If part of your system is near the end of its life, we tell you that too, and the decision stays yours.
Licensed in North Carolina
We hold North Carolina plumbing license 37106. You can look it up on the state plumbing board's website before we ever come out.Homes and businesses
We do residential and commercial plumbing. We know the crawl spaces, mill houses, newer builds and storefronts found across Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties.Based in Landis
Our base is in Landis, in southern Rowan County. China Grove, Kannapolis and Salisbury are a short drive away.Cause before cure
We look for why a problem happened, not just where it shows up. That way the same clog or leak does not come back next month.Estimate before work
You hear the plan and get an estimate before any work begins. If something changes once we open a wall or a line, we talk with you first.Clear answers
We explain what failed, what we did and what to watch for next. You should never have to guess what you paid for.Gas work tested
Every gas line we run or repair is pressure tested for leaks before the gas goes back on. Safety comes before speed.Your call, every time
We tell you what needs fixing now and what can wait. No work starts until you say yes.
How a Plumbing Job Works With Us
Every job follows the same path, from your first call to the final check. Here is what to expect at each stage, whether it is a dripping faucet or a sewer line.
Your First Call
Call or email and tell us what is going on. We ask a few questions so we arrive ready for the job.
- Describe what you notice: sounds, smells, slow drains, leaks or no hot water.
- Tell us the age of your home if you know it.
- Let us know if you are on town sewer or a septic system.
We Find the Cause
A licensed plumber looks at the problem in person. We test, look and listen before we talk about fixes.
- We check the fixture or line you called about, and the parts connected to it.
- We show you what we found and explain why it failed.
- If the cause is outside plumbing, such as a septic tank, we tell you.
Plan and Estimate
You get the plan and an estimate before any work starts. We explain your options and what each one means.
- We explain whether a repair will do or replacement makes more sense.
- We tell you if the job is likely to need a permit.
- You decide. Work starts only after you agree to it.
The Work
We make the repair or install, and keep the work area tidy as we go.
- We protect the area around the job before we start.
- Gas work is tested for leaks before the gas is turned back on.
- If something else looks wrong, we stop and talk with you.
Test and Walk-Through
We test the work with you before we call it done, then clean up.
- We run water, check for leaks and test drains and fixtures.
- We show you the finished work and answer your questions.
- You get tips on what to watch for and how to avoid repeat problems.
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
Call and describe what you are seeing. We will tell you what the first visit looks like and give you an estimate before any work starts.
Plumbing Through the Piedmont Seasons
Winters here are usually mild, which is why a hard freeze catches homes off guard. Pipes in crawl spaces, outside walls and garages are the first to freeze. Many homes in the region sit over a crawl space, so those cold snaps matter more than people expect.
The ground matters too. Red Piedmont clay swells when wet and shrinks in dry spells. Over the years, that movement can shift buried sewer lines and open their joints. Hot, humid summers bring heavy storms that test drains and sump areas.
- Hard freezes put pipes in crawl spaces and outside walls at risk.
- Swelling and shrinking clay soil can shift and crack buried sewer lines.
- Tree roots look for water and enter older sewer lines through loose joints.
Where We Work in Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties
We are based in Landis and serve homeowners across Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties. That runs from Salisbury and Rockwell in the north through China Grove and Kannapolis to Concord and Harrisburg, and on into Charlotte, Huntersville, Cornelius, Mint Hill and Matthews, plus Mooresville on Lake Norman. Find your town below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Shield Plumbing holds North Carolina plumbing license 37106. The license is issued by the state plumbing board. Licensed work matters, because plumbing protects your drinking water and your home. You are welcome to check the license before you book, and to ask to see it when we arrive.
Go to the website of the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors. It has a license lookup. Search by name or license number, such as 37106. The result shows whether the license is active and what type of work it covers.
First we find the cause of the problem. Then we explain the plan and give you an estimate before any work starts, so you know the cost ahead of time. Price depends on the job, the parts and how hard the area is to reach. If the plan needs to change, we talk with you first.
Some do. Water heater replacements, new gas lines and larger pipe or sewer work often need a permit in North Carolina. Small repairs usually do not. Rules depend on your town and county, so check with the local building inspections office. We tell you when we expect a permit to be needed.
We are based in Landis and serve homeowners across Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties. That includes China Grove, Kannapolis, Concord, Harrisburg, Salisbury and Rockwell, and Charlotte, Huntersville, Cornelius, Mint Hill and Matthews in Mecklenburg County, plus Mooresville in Iredell County. See the list of towns on this page, or call us to check your address.
Both. Shield Plumbing does residential and commercial plumbing: drains, sewer lines, water heaters, gas lines, pipes and fixtures for homeowners and business owners across Landis, Kannapolis, Concord, Salisbury and the towns around them.
Clear a path to the problem area and to your water heater. Empty the cabinet under the sink if that is where we will work. Know where your main water shut-off is, if you can. Keep pets in another room, and note when the problem started.
In most cases, the homeowner owns the sewer line from the house to the public main, including the part under the yard. The utility owns the main. The exact split depends on your provider, so check with them. If several homes on your street back up at once, call the utility first.
Plumbing Help Across Cabarrus, Rowan and Mecklenburg Counties
Call to describe the problem. You get a clear plan and an estimate before any work starts.