Plumber in Crystal River, FL
Modern Plumbing Services has been taking care of Crystal River homes since 1978. Our shop is a straight shot down SR-44 in Inverness, three generations of the Lewis family have served this community, and we treat every house like it belongs to a neighbor. From downtown along Citrus Avenue to the waterfront homes on Kings Bay and the neighborhoods off US-19, we are the family plumber the Nature Coast has trusted for nearly five decades.
(352) 726-5601 License CFC1431599 Family owned since 1978 No commission technicians
$55 service call + $95/hr
Itemized invoices
No high pressure sales
Free estimates on big jobs
Documented Crystal River project: bathroom plumbing remodel
Our published Crystal River remodel included plumbing changes for a freestanding tub and double vanity, with floor connections and concrete work identified in the project scope. See bathroom remodel plumbing and project details. For a remodel estimate, send the layout, fixture selections and photos of existing connections. Plumbing, finishing work and other trades must be specified separately in the written quote. Our shop is in Inverness, and we travel to Crystal River. For hidden-leak locating, Modern Plumbing works with American Leak Detection and completes the plumbing repairs afterward. We schedule Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM, with two-hour arrival windows; after-hours and weekend service are not offered. Online requests can be submitted anytime.
Modern Plumbing Services at a glance
- Business
- Modern Plumbing Services, a family-owned plumbing company
- Shop location
- 4196 S. Pleasant Grove Rd., Inverness, FL 34452
- In business since
- 1978, three generations of the Lewis family
- License
- Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor CFC1431599
- Pricing
- $55 service call plus $95 per hour, itemized invoices, free estimates on larger jobs
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with online scheduling anytime
- Serves
- Crystal River ZIP codes 34428 and 34429, plus all of Citrus County
- Phone
- (352) 726-5601
Your family plumber in Crystal River
Crystal River is one of the prettiest corners of Citrus County, from the manatees at Three Sisters Springs to the shops along Citrus Avenue. Our shop in Inverness is a straight shot down SR-44, and we have been making that drive for Crystal River families since 1978. Frank Lewis started Modern Plumbing, James Lewis carried it forward, and today Curtis Lewis, a Citrus High School graduate, runs it the same way: honest work, fair prices, and a plumber you would feel good recommending to your own family.
Crystal River keeps us busy with a real mix of homes. Older houses near downtown can have galvanized supply lines and cast iron drains. Waterfront homes around Kings Bay deal with salt air on their outdoor fixtures. Mobile and manufactured homes from the 1980s and early 1990s often still have polybutylene. And all over town we handle water heater replacements, drain cleaning, and the occasional slab leak repair. Whatever you have, we explain what we find in plain English and let you decide what makes sense.
Plumbing services in Crystal River, FL
Residential and commercial plumbing throughout Crystal River (ZIP codes 34428 and 34429):
Water heater repair and replacement
AO Smith ProLine, tankless, and hybrid water heaters. Haul-away of the old tank included.
Drain cleaning and sewer cameras
Slow drains, main line stoppages, root intrusion, and sewer camera inspections.
Slab leak repair
Pipe repair, rerouting, and concrete patching after American Leak Detection has professionally located the hidden leak.
House and mobile home repipes
Replacing aging copper, galvanized, and gray polybutylene supply lines.
Backflow testing and repair
Annual testing, certification, repair, and new backflow installations.
Toilet repair and installation
Running toilets, leaks at the base, new installs, and comfort-height upgrades.
Bathroom and ADA upgrades
Walk-in showers, grab-bar friendly layouts, and accessibility fixture options.
Everyday plumbing repairs
Faucets, garbage disposals, water lines, shut-off valves, hose bibs, and fixtures.
Why Crystal River neighbors call Modern Plumbing
A straight shot down SR-44
Our shop on S. Pleasant Grove Rd. in Inverness is right down SR-44 from Crystal River.
Three generations since 1978
Frank Lewis started it, James Lewis grew it, and Curtis Lewis runs it today.
Licensed and insured
Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor CFC1431599. Work done to code and ready for permit and inspection.
No commission, itemized invoices
Our plumbers are not paid on commission. You get honest recommendations and a line-by-line invoice.
Published, fair pricing
$55 service call plus $95 per hour. Free estimates on bigger jobs and $15 off for seniors and veterans.
Best of the Best 2026
Named Citrus County Chronicle Best of the Best Plumber for 2026. See our recent jobs and reviews.
Plumbing tips for Crystal River homeowners
A few things we see over and over around town, and what you can do about them:
Flush your water heater yearly
Citrus County water is hard, and the minerals settle in the bottom of the tank. A yearly flush helps it heat better and last longer.
Know what pipe you have
Many Crystal River homes and mobile homes from the late 1970s to mid 1990s have gray polybutylene. If you spot it, it is worth a conversation before it becomes a leak.
Give outdoor fixtures a look
Salt air and humidity near Kings Bay and the Gulf are hard on hose bibs and exterior valves. If one is crusty or stiff to turn, replacing it now is easier than chasing a drip later.
Find your main shut-off now
Take two minutes to locate your main water shut-off and make sure it turns. You will be glad you did if a line ever lets go.
Crystal River neighborhoods we serve
We work all over Crystal River, from Citrus Avenue out to the water:
Downtown and Citrus Avenue
Kings Bay waterfront
Hunter Springs area
Meadowcrest
Fort Island Trail
US-19 corridor
SR-44 corridor
Serving ZIP codes 34428 and 34429.
What your neighbors say
Reviews from Citrus County neighbors
"Donnie was very professional, thorough, and did excellent work. Fair pricing and he explained everything clearly. Highly recommend Modern Plumbing."James W. - Google review
Plumbing Repair
"Called Monday morning and they were here by noon. Replaced our old water heater with a new AO Smith. Clean work, fair price, and they hauled away the old one."Nancy R. - Google review
Water Heater Install
"Modern Plumbing was great. They came within an hour after calling. They were neat, courteous and professional. I will call Modern Plumbing for all my plumbing needs."Halina H. - Google review
Plumbing Service
Common questions
Crystal River plumbing FAQ
How much does a plumber cost in Crystal River, FL?
▾Modern Plumbing Services charges a $55 service call plus $95 per hour for standard work, and every job comes with an itemized invoice so you can see exactly what you paid for. Estimates are free on water heater replacements, slab leak repairs, repipes, and bathroom remodels. Seniors (65+) and veterans get $15 off.
Where is Modern Plumbing Services located in relation to Crystal River?
▾Our shop is at 4196 S. Pleasant Grove Rd., Inverness, FL 34452, a straight shot east on SR-44 from Crystal River. The Lewis family has been serving Crystal River and the rest of Citrus County from there since 1978.
Can you come out the same day in Crystal River?
▾Often, yes. Our regular hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and we can usually work in urgent problems in Crystal River the same day when the schedule allows. We do not offer after-hours service. You can schedule online anytime or call (352) 726-5601.
What plumbing services do you offer in Crystal River?
▾We handle water heater repair and replacement (including AO Smith ProLine, tankless, and hybrid models), drain cleaning and sewer camera inspections, sewer repairs, slab leak repair, house and mobile home repipes, backflow testing and certification, toilet repair and installation, faucets, garbage disposals, shut-off valves, hose bibs, and accessibility fixture options.
Do you replace polybutylene pipe in Crystal River homes?
▾Yes. Polybutylene is a gray plastic supply pipe that was used in many homes and mobile homes built from the late 1970s through the mid 1990s, and plenty of it is still in service around Crystal River. It is known for failing at the fittings as it ages, so many homeowners choose to replace it on their own schedule instead of after a leak. We repipe mobile homes and houses and the estimate is free.
Who performs professional leak detection?
▾Modern Plumbing works with American Leak Detection and performs the plumbing repairs once the leak has been located. That includes slab leak repairs, rerouting lines, and patching the concrete afterward.
Are your plumbers paid on commission?
▾No. None of our technicians are paid on commission, so nobody has a reason to upsell you. You get honest recommendations, no high pressure sales, and an itemized invoice on every job.
What areas of Crystal River do you serve?
▾All of it, including ZIP codes 34428 and 34429. That covers downtown Crystal River and Citrus Avenue, the Kings Bay waterfront, Hunter Springs, Meadowcrest, Fort Island Trail, and homes along US-19 and SR-44. We also serve the rest of Citrus County and nearby towns.
Page last updated October 2026
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The same family, the same pricing, and the same honest service across Citrus County and nearby towns.
Your Crystal River plumber, right down SR-44
Need help with your plumbing? Call Modern Plumbing Services at (352) 726-5601 or schedule online anytime.
