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Serving the Cumberland Business District & Surrounding Neighborhoods

Cumberland is one of metro Atlanta's most recognizable residential corridors. Anchored by Cumberland Mall, the Cobb Galleria Centre, and The Battery Atlanta — home of Truist Park — Cumberland sits at the intersection of I-75 and I-285 and is home to a dense concentration of residential properties: townhome communities, apartment complexes, and established single-family neighborhoods within close reach of the Perimeter.

The density of residential properties in Cumberland — across a wide range of building types and ages — creates real plumbing demands for homeowners and renters throughout the corridor. Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® of Marietta serves the Cumberland area 24 hours a day, with licensed technicians already working in and around this community every week.

Plumbing Challenges in the Cumberland Area

Aging Pipe Systems & Water Heaters in Older Properties

Older condominium and townhome communities built in the 1980s and early 1990s — many adjacent to the Galleria and Cumberland Mall — have plumbing systems that are now 30 to 40 years old. Original polybutylene supply lines, aging water heaters well past their service life, and cast iron drain systems are common in these buildings. Water heaters in this age range are a particular concern: Cobb County's moderately hard water accelerates sediment buildup inside tanks, meaning many heaters in the Cumberland area are running inefficiently or approaching failure. We offer same-day water heater assessment and replacement, carrying both traditional tank and tankless systems.

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Issues in Dense Residential Properties

The density of townhome communities and apartment complexes throughout Cumberland creates consistent drain and sewer demands. Slow kitchen drains from grease and food debris accumulation, main line slowdowns in buildings with shared infrastructure, and root intrusion from the mature trees lining older parts of the corridor are among the most common drain issues we see here. Hydro jetting is often the right solution for persistent drain problems — it clears the pipe wall thoroughly rather than just punching through a clog, delivering results that last rather than providing temporary relief. A sewer camera inspection confirms whether the problem is inside the drain or further down the line.

Slab Leaks & Shifting Clay Soil

Single-family homes in the neighborhoods surrounding Cumberland — including properties along the Powers Ferry and Paces Ferry corridors — sit on Georgia's characteristic red clay soil and are subject to the same slab leak risk that affects homes throughout Cobb County. Seasonal ground expansion and contraction stresses buried copper supply lines, particularly in homes now 30 or more years old. An unexplained water bill increase, a warm floor spot, or the sound of running water with all fixtures off are the early signs to act on.

Our Plumbing Services in Cumberland, GA

We provide a full range of residential plumbing services throughout the Cumberland area, including:

Water Heater Repair, Service & Replacement — tank and tankless, same-day service available
Slab Leak Detection & Repair — thermal imaging and acoustic detection
Drain Cleaning & Hydro Jetting — kitchen, bathroom, and main sewer line
Pipe Repiping — polybutylene and galvanized replacement, PEX installation
Sewer Line Services — camera inspection, repair, and trenchless replacement
Leak Detection — supply line leaks, hidden wall leaks, underground leaks
Emergency Plumbing — 24/7 response for homes and businesses
Water Service Line Replacement — directional boring for minimal disruption
Faucet, Toilet & Fixture Repair and Installation
Gas Line Services — inspection and repair
Water Treatment & Filtration — whole-home softeners and reverse osmosis

Why Cumberland Homeowners & Businesses Choose Us

Located in Marietta, we are minutes from the Cumberland corridor. Every technician is licensed, insured, background-checked, and drug-tested. We provide upfront flat-rate pricing before starting work, and our trucks are fully stocked so most jobs are completed in a single visit. We are backed by Benjamin Franklin Plumbing's national reputation and a 4.9-star Google rating from local Cobb County customers.

Call us 24/7 at (770) 999-9871 or book online. Serving Cumberland, GA and the greater Cobb County corridor.

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When you need plumbing repairs now, we’ll be there. Our 24/7 home plumbers are available to address your emergency plumbing service needs day or night.

Whether you have an emergency burst pipe, a water leak, or an overflowing toilet, we’re here to help. And we don’t just fix the problem, we take preventive measures to stop it from happening again.

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Customer Reviews

4.82 (109525 reviews)

Chris King

Responded quickly and fixed my leak

Kemdi Okparaocha

I texted Don (manager) around 8:40 PM on a Sunday to explain my issue, and he responded immediately by scheduling a technician for 10 AM the next morning. Cam arrived about 15 minutes early, was professional, knowledgeable, and quickly diagnosed the problem. He also shared a few helpful tips, which I really appreciated. Great experience overall. I highly recommend Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of North Atlanta for reliable and responsive plumbing service.

Shahzad Noorani

Excellent service! I had to replace my tankless water heater and they complete the job same day very professional i definitely recommend to my families and friends.

Don Hubbard

The plumbers with this company are great 45 years of experience. The company is honest and fare pricing.

john moon

excellent work

Heidi S.

Kyle was fantastic. My water heater started leaking and it was about 20 years old, so it was definitely time for a replacement. Kyle arrived right on time, explained everything clearly, and answered all of my questions without rushing. The whole process was smooth and professional, and I’m very happy with the new installation and the service overall. Highly recommend!

Ronald Chappell

I am very pleased with the repair of my sewer line by Aaron Preston and his team. The bid was far below the other competition and then with the money saved I had him replace both bathtubs faucets. And still was cheaper than Bud's bid. We are happy to have Benjamin Franklin as our new plumbers

Jeanne Lafoe

Both Ilija and Dylan were great! Ilija first came as we did not have hot water. He handled that problem efficiently and then checked all 4 bathrooms, kitchen and laundry room. Ilija identified quite a number of items that needed replacement and since our home is older it was very good to be made aware of those issues. Dylan then came a couple of days later and fixed all of the problems in one day! He worked all day and did an excellent job while treating our home with respect and went above and beyond to help us. Excellent company and Ilija and Dylan both super!!

Berry C

We had a water leak; Ben Franklin responded quickly and repaired the leak on February 2, 2026. The 1st technician noticed a few other areas of concern. This being are secondary home, we thought it a good idea to have these issues addressed. We scheduled the balance of the repairs to be completed on another date. The 2nd technician repaired the balance of the issues. Both Kevin and Marshall were on time and great to interact with! We did have a stumble on the billing side, but this matter was resolved with a call to Elliott. Thank you to all!

Dan Miller

Steve was great and had more than enough expertise to assess our issue and get it quickly resolved. Had the parts needed and was professional throughout. Ben Franklin is our plumber of choice because of one great experience after another.

Plumbing FAQs

My water heater in my Cumberland area home is making noise — should I replace it?

A noisy water heater — particularly a rumbling, popping, or banging sound — is usually sediment that has built up in the tank over time. In Cobb County, the moderately hard water supply accelerates this buildup, meaning water heaters in the area often develop sediment issues faster than the manufacturer's estimates. If your heater is under 8 years old and otherwise functioning well, a professional flush may resolve the noise and extend its useful life. If it is 10 years or older, the noise is a signal that the unit is approaching end-of-life, and a replacement conversation makes sense. We will give you an honest recommendation based on the actual condition of your unit — if a flush will solve it, that's what we will tell you. We carry and install both tank and tankless systems and can typically complete a same-day replacement if needed.

My condo building was built in the 1980s — what plumbing issues should I watch for?

Older condo and townhome buildings in the Cumberland area from the 1980s and early 1990s commonly have three plumbing concerns we see regularly. First is polybutylene piping in the individual unit supply lines — the gray plastic that fails from the inside out and is now well past its intended lifespan. Second is aging cast iron drain stacks that can rust, crack, and cause drainage problems in multiple units simultaneously. Third is water heaters that have often been in place since the original construction and are well overdue for replacement. If you have noticed slow drains, recurring leaks, rusty hot water, or inconsistent water pressure, any of these may be the cause. We can assess your unit's plumbing and give you a clear picture of what is at risk.

How do I know if I have a water leak increasing my bill near Cumberland?

An unexplained jump in your water bill — without a change in your usage patterns — is the most common early signal of a hidden leak. For homes and condos in the Cumberland area, the most likely sources are a running toilet (put food coloring in the tank to test the flapper), an underground supply line leak between the street and your building, or a slab leak beneath the foundation. We can perform a whole-home pressure test and use acoustic detection equipment to find the source without guesswork or unnecessary excavation. Call us at (770) 999-9871 for a leak detection assessment — catching it early is always far less expensive than dealing with the damage it causes if left unaddressed.