Athens, GA & all of Northeast Georgia
Plumbing in Athens, GA
Done Right
Jason Matteson has been solving Athens plumbing problems for over 20+ years. No call center, no upsells, no runaround — just an experienced licensed plumber who shows up, tells you straight, and fixes it.
Licensed & insured Owner-operated Free estimates
What Jason does
Full-service plumbing, start to finish
From a clogged drain at 7am to a full bathroom rough-in, there's nothing in residential or light-commercial plumbing Jason hasn't handled. If it carries water, he works on it.
Drain Cleaning
Slow or fully stopped — sink, tub, floor drain, or main line. Snaked, jetted, and flowing again.
Learn moreWater Heater Repair & Install
Tank and tankless. No hot water back the same day in most cases — repair or full replacement.
Learn moreLeak Detection & Repair
Hidden leaks rack up damage fast. We pinpoint them inside walls, under slabs, and at fixtures.
Learn morePipe Repair & Repiping
Burst, corroded, or old galvanized and polybutylene — patched or repiped in PEX or copper.
Learn moreSewer Line Repair
Backups and slow whole-house drainage usually mean the main line. We camera it and fix the cause.
Learn moreFixture Installation
Toilets, faucets, sinks, disposals, shower valves, hose bibs — installed clean and leak-free.
Learn moreKitchen & Bath Remodels
Full rough-in and finish plumbing for remodels and additions, coordinated to your build schedule.
Learn moreWater Softeners & Filtration
Hard Northeast Georgia water wrecks pipes and heaters. We install whole-house treatment, sized right.
Learn moreEmergency Plumbing
Spraying pipe, sewage backup, no hot water — some things can't wait. Call and we move fast.
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Why Matteson Plumbing
You get Jason — not a dispatch center.
When you call Matteson Plumbing, the man who answers is the man who does the work. Over two decades in the trade means he's seen your problem before and knows the fastest honest fix.
- Straight pricing. A clear number before work starts — no mystery charges on the invoice.
- Decades of experience. Service calls to full remodels, thousands of jobs across Northeast Georgia.
- Licensed & insured. Your home and your wallet are protected on every visit.
- Local & accountable. Athens-based — he has to live up to his reputation here too.
Simple & honest
How it works
No pressure, no surprises — four steps from your call to a fixed problem.
You call or text
Jason picks up himself. Describe what's going on and he'll ask the right questions to scope it.
Straight estimate
Before he drives out or touches anything, you get a clear, fair price. You decide — no pressure.
He shows up & fixes it
On time, works clean, and explains what he found and what he did. No vanishing, no mystery fees.
Done right
The job's finished, the area's cleaned up, and Jason stands behind his work if anything comes up.
Local know-how
Plumbing in Athens & Northeast Georgia
Athens homes run the full range — historic houses near downtown and Five Points with aging cast-iron and galvanized pipe, mid-century neighborhoods with clay sewer lines, and newer subdivisions out toward Oconee County and Watkinsville on modern PEX. Each comes with its own plumbing quirks, and after 20+ years working all of them, Jason knows what to look for before he ever opens a wall.
One thing nearly every home here shares is hard water. Northeast Georgia's water carries enough mineral content to scale up water heaters, shorten the life of fixtures, and leave that chalky buildup on faucets and shower heads. Left alone it quietly costs you — a scaled water heater works harder, runs up the power bill, and fails years early. A properly sized water softener pays for itself, and it's one of the most common upgrades Jason installs.
Older Athens homes & aging pipe
If your house was built before the 1990s, there's a good chance some of the original supply lines are galvanized steel or, in certain eras, polybutylene — both known to corrode, restrict flow, and eventually leak. The early warning signs are low water pressure, discolored water in the morning, and pinhole leaks that keep coming back. Rather than chase one failure after another, Jason can repipe the affected runs (or the whole house) in PEX or copper and put the problem behind you for good.
Sewer lines & tree roots
Athens has no shortage of mature oaks and pines, and their roots love the moisture in an old clay sewer lateral. Recurring backups, gurgling drains, or multiple slow fixtures at once usually point to the main line, not the fixture. A camera inspection shows exactly what's happening — root intrusion, an offset joint, or a collapsed section — so the repair is targeted instead of guesswork.
When to call right away
Some plumbing can wait for an appointment; some can't. A burst or actively leaking pipe, sewage backing up into the house, a water heater dumping water, or a total loss of hot water in winter all warrant an emergency call. The first move is almost always the same: shut off the water at the main, then call (706) 540-1718. The faster the water stops, the less damage you're paying to repair later.
Where Jason works
Serving Athens & the surrounding area
Based in Athens, GA — covering Clarke County and the communities across Northeast Georgia.
Not sure if you're in range? Call (706) 540-1718 — if Jason can't help, he'll point you to someone who can.
What you can count on
The Matteson difference
One trusted plumber
The same experienced hands on every job — Jason, not a rotating crew of subs you've never met.
Licensed & insured
Fully licensed in Georgia and insured, so your home is protected from the first wrench turn.
Honest, upfront pricing
You know the cost before work begins. No scare tactics, no padded invoices, no surprises.
20+ years of know-how
Two decades across every kind of plumbing means the right fix the first time — not a guess.
Fast when it counts
When it's an emergency, Jason moves. Burst pipes and backups get a real, fast response.
Local & accountable
Athens-based and community-rooted. His name is on the truck and his reputation is on the line.
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Frequently asked questions
What plumbing services does Matteson Plumbing offer?
Everything residential and light-commercial — drain cleaning, water heater install and repair, leak detection, pipe repair and full repipes, sewer line work, fixture installation, kitchen and bathroom remodels, water softeners and filtration, and emergency plumbing across Athens and Northeast Georgia.
How much does a plumber cost in Athens, GA?
It depends on the job, which is exactly why Jason gives you a clear estimate before any work starts. Call (706) 540-1718 or use the contact form, describe the problem, and you'll get a straight, fair price with no obligation.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. Describe what's going on by phone or through the contact form and Jason will get back to you with a clear price before he begins. No pressure and no surprise charges.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — Matteson Plumbing LLC is fully licensed and insured in the State of Georgia, so your home is protected on every job.
Do you handle emergency plumbing?
Yes. For burst pipes, sewage backups, a failing water heater, or no hot water, call (706) 540-1718 right away. Shut your water off at the main first, then call — the sooner the water stops, the less damage to repair.
How long has Jason been a plumber?
Over 20+ years. He learned the trade from the ground up and has worked on everything from quick service calls to full remodel rough-ins throughout Athens and Northeast Georgia.
What areas do you serve?
Athens and the surrounding Northeast Georgia area — including Watkinsville, Bogart, Winterville, Hull, Winder, Jefferson, Commerce, Monroe, Madison, and more. Not sure if you're in range? Just call.
Do I really get Jason, or a crew?
You get Jason. Matteson Plumbing is owner-operated — the experienced plumber you talk to is the one who shows up and does the work, not a subcontractor you've never met.
Ready to get it fixed?
Call Jason — straight answer, fair price.
No hold music, no dispatch center. Just an experienced Athens plumber who picks up the phone and comes to solve your problem.