Franktown is an unincorporated ranching community, and no public sewer provider was confirmed for it, so where your house drains depends on the address. Either way, the pipe leaving the house can crack, sag or fill with roots, and that pipe is what a plumber repairs. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Franktown.
What's known about Franktown
Franktown sits at the junction of State Highways 83 and 86, about 7 miles east of Castle Rock and 9 miles south of Parker, and it has kept a distinctly rural identity. The old Town of Frankstown was declared abandoned by the state in 2007, so today Franktown is unincorporated Douglas County. We didn't confirm a water or sewer provider for Franktown homes, and providers vary by address.
The quickest way to know is your bill. If you pay a district for sewer, the public main belongs to that district, and the pipe from your house to it is yours. If you don't pay anyone for sewer, your home likely drains to a private onsite wastewater system. Douglas County can also help answer the question for a specific parcel. Permits for plumbing work go through the Douglas County Building Division, which issues a Mechanical/Plumbing permit, at 100 Third Street in Castle Rock (303-660-7497).
What the plumber works on
| Your setup | Pipe a plumber repairs | Who else may be involved |
|---|---|---|
| Connected to a district sewer | The lateral from the house to the district main | The district, if the main is the problem |
| Private onsite wastewater system | The building drain from the house to the system's tank | Douglas County for the system itself |
| Not sure | Clearing and camera inspection to trace the line | Check your bill or ask the county |
Signs to watch for
- Every fixture drains slowly at once
- A toilet gurgles when the tub empties
- Wastewater appears in the lowest shower or floor drain
- Odor or soggy ground between the house and the tank or street
- Clogs that keep returning
On rural lots, a long run of pipe often passes under a gravel drive or near barns and equipment paths. Weight from vehicles can crack a shallow pipe or shove a joint out of line.
Timing and weather
Hard freezes are part of every winter here, and frost can reach a shallow building drain. Freeze and thaw movement can open a weak joint, and a pipe that holds standing water in a sag is more likely to freeze. Roots, by contrast, cause the most trouble after the growing season. When you call, you'll be connected with an independent local plumber who serves the Franktown area. Expect the plumber to clear the line, trace it with a camera, and tell you where the problem is before recommending a repair.
Sewer Line Repair questions in Franktown
How do I find out who provides sewer service at my address?
My home is not on municipal sewer. What can a plumber still repair?
Do I need a permit to repair a sewer line here?
What happens to my lawn or driveway during a sewer repair?
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