Plumbing System
Plumbing System | Plumbing | Sharps Chapel
From leaky faucets to full repipes, HEP delivers prompt, professional plumbing services that keep Sharps Chapel homes running smoothly. Our certified technicians arrive on time, listen to your concerns, and use state-of-the-art tools to diagnose issues quickly—saving you money and preventing future headaches. Whether it’s restoring hot water on a chilly mountain morning or upgrading old galvanized lines before the next lake-season crowd arrives, we treat every job as if it’s happening in our own home.
Customers choose HEP because we back every repair and installation with transparent pricing, courteous service, and a satisfaction guarantee. Need 24/7 emergency support? One call brings a fully stocked truck to your door, ready to tackle clogged drains, sewer backups, water-pressure woes, and everything else that falls under expert plumbing care. Discover why neighbors across Union County trust us to protect their biggest investment—then relax knowing we’re just down the road whenever you need us.
FAQs
Do you provide 24/7 emergency plumbing service in Sharps Chapel?
Yes. Because many homes in Sharps Chapel are lakefront or vacation properties that can sit vacant for long periods, we keep an on-call team available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you have a burst pipe, sewage backup or a leaking water heater, call us any time and a licensed technician will be dispatched from our nearby Union County shop within an hour.
Can you work on both well-water and city-water plumbing systems?
Absolutely. In Sharps Chapel, some properties are on Hallsdale-Powell Utility District water, while many others rely on private wells. Our plumbers are trained to diagnose low-pressure problems, install or repair pressure tanks, treat iron and sulfur issues, and set up whole-house filtration for well systems. For city water customers we handle standard meter-to-house service lines, backflow prevention and pressure-reducing valves.
What permits or inspections are required for plumbing work in Sharps Chapel?
Union County follows the 2018 International Plumbing Code. Any major alteration—re-piping, adding a bathroom, water-heater replacement, sewer line installation—requires a county permit and final inspection. We pull all permits on your behalf, coordinate with the county inspector and provide you with documentation for your records, ensuring the job meets local code and Tennessee licensing requirements.
Do you service septic plumbing and grinder pump systems common around Norris Lake?
Yes. Many Sharps Chapel houses use individual septic tanks or low-pressure sewer/grinder pump setups because of the lake’s topography. We offer tank locating, baffle repair, inlet/outlet line replacement, effluent pump installation and alarm troubleshooting. If you need full septic pumping, we coordinate with trusted local pumping contractors so you have a single point of contact.
How can I protect my lake-home plumbing from winter freezes?
Winters by Norris Lake can dip well below freezing. We recommend: (1) insulating exposed crawl-space and dock-house plumbing, (2) installing frost-proof sillcocks on outdoor spigots, (3) adding heat tape to vulnerable supply lines, and (4) draining and shutting off water if you leave the property for more than a week. We offer a winterization service that includes blowing out lines with compressed air and adding non-toxic RV antifreeze to traps to prevent freeze damage.
What types of water heaters do you install and how long does installation take?
We install standard electric, high-efficiency gas, hybrid heat-pump and tankless on-demand water heaters. For a like-for-like tank replacement, most jobs are completed in 2–3 hours. Converting to tankless or hybrid systems usually takes one working day because we may need to upgrade venting, gas supply or electrical circuits. All installations include haul-away of the old unit, county permit, final inspection and a labor warranty of up to 6 years.