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Marietta's Trusted Plumbing Team — Serving All of Cobb County

Marietta is one of Georgia's great cities — the county seat of Cobb County, home to Kennesaw Mountain, the historic Marietta Square, and a diverse mix of neighborhoods ranging from century-old homes near Glover Park to the established subdivisions of East Cobb and the newer developments surrounding Truist Park and The Battery. It is also a city with a plumbing landscape that reflects its history: the median home construction date in Marietta sits around 1986, which means a large share of its housing stock is now approaching or past 40 years old — and the pipes, water heaters, and drain systems installed when those homes were built are entering their most vulnerable years.

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® of Marietta is locally owned and operated, based right here in Cobb County. We serve the full Marietta area 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with licensed, background-checked, and drug-tested plumbers who arrive on time — or we pay you $5 for every minute we're late.

Plumbing Challenges Specific to Marietta, GA

Polybutylene Pipes in Cobb County Homes

Polybutylene pipe replacement is one of the single most common plumbing jobs in Marietta and throughout Cobb County. Homes built between approximately 1978 and 1995 — which covers a substantial portion of Marietta's housing stock — were frequently plumbed with polybutylene (PB), a gray plastic material that was cheap, easy to install, and ultimately defective. The chlorine in municipal water supplies reacts with polybutylene over time, making it brittle and prone to sudden failure. It fails from the inside out, so the exterior can appear intact while the interior is already deteriorating. Neighborhoods throughout Marietta, from those near the Marietta Square to the established subdivisions of East Cobb and areas along Sandy Plains Road, have significant concentrations of homes with original PB piping still in place.

If your home was built between 1978 and 1995 and has never had a pipe inspection or replumb, we recommend having a licensed plumber assess the system. Full or partial repiping with modern PEX tubing is the permanent solution, and we handle these projects regularly throughout Marietta with minimal disruption to your walls and daily routine.

East Cobb Copper Pipe Pinhole Leaks

Homes in East Cobb and throughout the broader Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority service area have documented a widespread and persistent problem with pinhole leaks in copper pipes — a known regional issue that has been studied by the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority (CCMWA) in coordination with Virginia Tech. The chemistry of the water supply, combined with aging copper installed in homes built in the 1980s, creates conditions that cause small corrosion points to develop inside copper lines. These pinhole leaks are particularly common between floors and inside walls, and they tend to multiply — homeowners who repair one pinhole leak often find another developing within months. If your home is in East Cobb and was built in the 1980s with copper plumbing, and you have had more than one pinhole leak, the entire copper system may be approaching the end of its useful life. A whole-home replumb with PEX is typically more cost-effective than repeated spot repairs.

Aging Water Heaters Across the Housing Stock

With a median construction year of approximately 1986, a large proportion of Marietta homes have water heaters that are either already beyond their expected service life or approaching it. Hard water mineral buildup accelerates the aging process — the Cobb County water supply, while meeting EPA standards, contains enough dissolved minerals to contribute to sediment accumulation inside tanks over time. A water heater that is making rumbling or popping sounds, producing inconsistent hot water, or showing rust or corrosion near the base or at connections is signaling failure. We offer same-day water heater assessment and replacement, carrying both traditional tank and tankless systems, and can typically complete a replacement in a single visit.

Slab Leaks in Slab-Foundation Homes

Most Marietta homes are built on concrete slab foundations, and the copper supply lines embedded in those slabs are subject to the same aging and corrosion challenges as the interior copper. Georgia's expansive red clay soil creates seasonal ground movement — swelling with rain and contracting in dry periods — that adds stress to buried pipes at joints and fittings. A slab leak is often detected first through an unexplained water bill increase, a warm spot on the floor, the sound of running water when nothing is on, or hairline cracks near the base of walls. We locate slab leaks with thermal imaging cameras and acoustic detection equipment before any concrete work begins, minimizing the disruption to your home.

Tree Root Sewer Intrusion in Established Neighborhoods

The mature trees throughout Marietta's older neighborhoods — including the large oaks and maples near the Marietta Square, in Indian Hills, Whitlock Heights, and throughout East Cobb — are one of the most consistent causes of sewer line problems we encounter. Root systems actively seek moisture and enter sewer pipes through aging joints and hairline cracks. Once inside, they grow into obstructions that cause recurring slow drains, gurgling sounds from fixtures, and eventually sewage backups. A sewer camera inspection is the right first step to confirm root intrusion and assess whether the pipe itself has been damaged.

Our Plumbing Services in Marietta, GA

We provide a full range of residential plumbing services throughout Marietta and Cobb County, including:

Pipe Repiping — full and partial home repiping, polybutylene and galvanized replacement, PEX installation
Slab Leak Detection & Repair — thermal imaging, acoustic detection, minimal concrete disruption
Water Heater Repair, Service & Replacement — tank and tankless, same-day service available
Drain Cleaning & Hydro Jetting — kitchen, bathroom, and main sewer line
Sewer Line Services — camera inspection, hydro jetting, repair, and trenchless replacement
Water Service Line Replacement — underground directional boring, HDPE and PEX installation
Leak Detection — pinhole leaks, hidden wall leaks, and underground supply lines
Emergency Plumbing — available 24/7 for urgent plumbing situations
Faucet, Toilet & Fixture Repair and Installation
Gas Line Services — leak detection and line repair
Water Treatment & Filtration — whole-home softeners, under-sink reverse osmosis
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair
Pressure-Reducing Valve (PRV) Installation & Service

Marietta Neighborhoods We Serve

We serve homeowners and businesses throughout Marietta and Cobb County, including the Marietta Square area, Indian Hills, Whitlock Heights, East Cobb, Sandy Plains Road corridor, neighborhoods along Canton Road, community areas near Kennesaw Mountain, Powder Springs Road corridor, Town Center area, and all Marietta zip codes including 30060, 30062, 30064, 30066, 30067, and 30068.

Why Marietta Homeowners Choose Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®

We are locally owned and operated, with technicians who work in Cobb County every day and understand its specific plumbing challenges. Every job is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee, and every technician is licensed, insured, background-checked, and drug-tested. We provide upfront flat-rate pricing before starting any work — no surprises, no hidden fees. Our trucks are fully stocked so most repairs are completed in a single visit.

We are backed by Benjamin Franklin Plumbing's national reputation — recognized by Forbes as the top-ranked plumbing company in 2024 — and supported by a 4.9-star Google rating from local homeowners. And if we are ever late, we pay you $5 per minute.

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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

4.83 (117403 reviews)

Don Hubbard

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

sam gallos

It’s rare to find such a professional and helpful team. Don is fantastic to deal with, and Cam is equally impressive. They are both genuinely good, stand-up guys who go out of their way to be kind. Highly recommend them based on character alone!"

Kevin Ryan

This is the second time in two weeks that we’ve called these guys for a plumbing need. They came out the same day and replaced the house PRV, which also fixed at least one other plumbing leak in the house. Cam is friendly, professional, and fast. We will continue to use these guys for future Plumbing needs.

linda tippens

I was at home. The company was quick to respond and the service was great!

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.

Jordan Correa

Kyle was super helpful and knowledgeable. He not only installed our new garbage disposal with quality but he answered any questions we had and explained any process with us. I highly recommend him Benjamin Franklin plumbing.

Plumbing FAQs

How do I know if my Marietta home has polybutylene pipes?

Polybutylene pipes are common in Marietta homes built between 1978 and 1995, which covers a large portion of the city's housing stock. Check near your water heater, under sinks, and in your attic or basement for gray flexible plastic pipes — sometimes white or black — with 'PB' stamped on them. If you have them, they may already be in advanced stages of internal degradation even if they look fine from the outside. When polybutylene fails, it typically does so suddenly and without warning. We recommend a professional pipe assessment for any Marietta home in this age range that has never been inspected or repiped. Full or partial repiping with PEX is the permanent solution, and we complete these projects with minimal disruption.

I've had multiple pinhole leaks in my copper pipes. Do I need to repipe my whole house?

If you have had two or more pinhole leaks in your copper plumbing, and your home is in East Cobb or elsewhere in the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority service area and was built in the 1980s, the answer is very likely yes — or at minimum, a whole-system assessment is warranted. Pinhole leaks in this area are a documented regional problem tied to the interaction between the water chemistry and aging copper pipe from that construction era. The pattern we see consistently is that when pinholes start appearing, they tend to continue — repairing one spot addresses the immediate damage but does not stop the underlying degradation. At a certain point, the cost of repeated spot repairs and associated water damage exceeds the cost of a full replumb. We will assess your system honestly and give you a clear recommendation based on the actual condition of your pipes, not on upselling a larger job

What are the signs of a slab leak in a Marietta home?

A slab leak is a break in a water line running beneath your concrete foundation. In Marietta, where most homes are built on slabs and the clay soil creates seasonal ground movement, slab leaks are one of the more common issues we diagnose — particularly in homes now 30 to 40 years old. Early warning signs include a water bill that has increased without explanation, a warm or hot spot on your floor tile or hardwood, the sound of running water when all fixtures are off, a musty odor from floors or lower walls, or hairline cracks appearing where the floor meets the wall. The earlier a slab leak is caught, the less disruption to your home. We use thermal imaging cameras and acoustic detection equipment to locate the leak precisely before any concrete work begins, minimizing both the repair footprint and the overall cost.

How quickly can you respond to a plumbing emergency in Marietta?

We are based in Marietta, which means our response times for local emergency calls are as fast as possible — we are not dispatching from across the metro. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays. Whether you have a burst pipe, a sewage backup, a failed water heater, a gas smell, or any other plumbing emergency, call us at (770) 999-9871. Our trucks are fully stocked so most emergency repairs are completed in a single visit.

Do you offer water heater replacement in Marietta, and how long does it take?

Yes — water heater replacement is one of our most common services in Marietta, and in most cases we can complete a full replacement in a single visit, often the same day we diagnose the problem. We carry and install both traditional tank water heaters and tankless systems and can help you choose the right type and size for your home's actual hot water demand. If your current water heater is over 10 years old and making noise, producing inconsistent hot water, or showing signs of rust or corrosion, we will give you an honest assessment of whether repair makes sense or whether replacement is the better long-term value. We provide flat-rate pricing before any work begins, so there are no surprises.