Plumber in Coalhurst

Coalhurst at a glance

Coalhurst is a town on Highway 3, about 15 km northwest of Lethbridge. It was originally named Bridgend and grew as a coal-mining community.

What that means for your plumbing

Many people in Coalhurst commute to Lethbridge, and the town includes both older homes and newer subdivisions. Newer houses can still leak at fittings behind the washer or under sinks. If you see a damp spot, see leak detection.

Open prairie wind

Coalhurst sits on open land west of the city, where wind blows hard across the prairie. Pipes on the windward side of a house and in attached garages lose heat fastest. Seal gaps around pipe entries and insulate exposed runs.

Coal and a big fire

The town's name comes from its coal-mining past. Around 1930 a large fire broke out in Coalhurst and caused heavy losses, though no one was injured. Rebuilding after a fire, and later growth as a commuter town, left a mix of older and newer homes. Where an old service line meets new plumbing is a common spot for leaks and pressure problems. If you're renovating an older house, ask a plumber to look at the main supply line and the drain to the street before new fixtures go in.