Emergency plumber in Star, ID: what we cover
Star is an Ada County city of 11,117 people in 2020, with a small part lying in Canyon County. Our 24/7 line covers burst pipes, sewer backups, failed water heaters and slab or yard leaks across the city.
Most calls are for emergency drain cleaning, burst pipe repair and water heater repair. If your problem is not on that list, call anyway and the dispatcher will sort it.
Why Star homes see different plumbing calls
Star's population grew by 91.9 percent between 2010 and 2020. Many homes are therefore newer, and newer homes bring their own failure patterns: builder grade fixtures, water heaters installed in a rush and shutoff valves that have never been turned.
That growth also means more new construction plumbing. If you are finishing a basement or adding a bathroom, our plumbing installation page explains the permit path through the state.
We also answer calls from Garden City, where the water and sewer arrangements are different.
Star Sewer & Water District and what it means for a backup
Star Sewer & Water District runs its own municipal water delivery system, so Star is not on the same water supplier as most of Eagle. When water pressure drops or a service line leaks, the first question is whether the problem sits on the district's side of the meter or yours.
We tell you which side you are on before we dig. For a backed-up main line, see sewer line repair and sewer line cleaning, and check your sewer provider's bill so you know who to call about the public main.
Before we arrive in Star
Find the main shutoff.
Turn it clockwise until the water stops, then open the lowest faucet to drain the lines.
Stop using drains.
Flushing or running water into a blocked line pushes the problem into the house.
Power down wet areas.
Switch off power to a flooded room only if you can reach the panel without stepping in water.
Smell gas?.
Leave and call Intermountain Gas at 800-548-3679 and 911 from outside before you call us.
State Street, Westpointe Park and the places we pass
State Street is the main corridor through Star and the road that links it to Eagle. City Hall is at 10769 W State St, and Westpointe Park sits on Floating Feather Road at the end of Star Road.
Give the dispatcher your street address and the nearest of those landmarks, and we will plan the route. We do not quote travel times because traffic and the schedule change by the hour.
Do you cover every ZIP code in Star?
Star is mostly ZIP 83669, but addresses near its edges can carry 83616 (Eagle) or 83646 (Meridian). Because a ZIP does not always match a city line, we go by street address.
- 83669 Star.
- 83616 Eagle.
- 83646 Meridian.
Costs and permits for plumbing work in Star
Idaho plumbing permits come from the state Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, not the city, and a city or county building permit does not replace one. Permit rules vary, so ask DOPL at 208-334-3233 about your job.
The price depends on access, parts, the state of the existing pipe and whether a permit is needed. A plumber looks first, then gives a clear price before work starts.
Where we answer calls in Star
Common questions
Is emergency plumbing service available in Star, ID at night?
Yes. The 24/7 line at (208) 679-8357 takes Star calls overnight and on weekends. Same-day appointments are offered when available, and we do not promise an arrival time.
Do you cover every ZIP code in Star?
Star is mostly 83669, and some edge addresses read 83616 or 83646. We go by street address, so tell the dispatcher yours and we will confirm.
Who supplies water in Star?
Star Sewer & Water District runs its own water delivery system. Check your bill to see who bills you for water and sewer.
Why do newer Star homes have plumbing problems?
Fast growth means many homes are only a few years old. Failures tend to be fixtures, water heater installs and shutoff valves rather than worn pipe.
Do I need a permit for plumbing work in Star?
Idaho plumbing permits come from DOPL, not the city. Call DOPL at 208-334-3233 or ask us whether your job needs one.
Star homeowners, the line is open any hour.
Call (208) 679-8357Standards and sources
Plumbing work in Idaho follows the state plumbing code, which is based on the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with state amendments in IDAPA 24.39.20. Permits and licenses come from the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), not the city.
- Idaho DOPL plumbing FAQs (state agency)
- IDAPA 24.39.20 Idaho State Plumbing Code (state rule)