Pine has no public water system or sewer district that we could identify, so the small number of commercial buildings here rely on private wells and onsite wastewater systems like the homes around them. Permits come from Jefferson County or, for Park County addresses, the State of Colorado. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Pine.
Pine's setup
Pine is a small unincorporated mountain community in southwestern Jefferson County, centered on the historic town of Pine Grove and reached from US 285 at Pine Junction by County Road 126. Commercial plumbing here is limited, and that's worth saying plainly: there's no water utility or sanitation district to call. Jefferson County says mountain-area water generally comes from private wells, and mountain residents typically rely on private onsite wastewater systems. A store, lodge or office in Pine has the same setup, only with more fixtures and more people using them.
That puts the owner in charge of water quality. The county makes well owners responsible for testing and keeping the water free of pathogens and pollutants, recommends seasonal testing and notes that radon occurs naturally in many county groundwater supplies.
Comparing the systems a business depends on
| System | Common trouble | What helps |
|---|---|---|
| Well pump and pressure tank | No water, short cycling or low pressure | Knowing the equipment's age and having a plan for failure |
| Water treatment | Staining, odor or scale | Testing the water and choosing treatment from the results |
| Building drain to the onsite system | Slow drains or backups | Keeping grease and wipes out and clearing the line early |
| Piping in unheated spaces | Frozen or split pipes | Heat, insulation and draining unused lines |
Signs to watch for
- Pressure that surges or drops when several fixtures run
- A pump that runs longer than usual
- Rust stains or a change in water taste
- Gurgling drains or slow fixtures throughout the building
- No water after a cold night
Seasons and permits
Mountain winters are long, so protect piping in crawl spaces, well houses and exterior walls well before the first hard freeze, and keep heat on in vacant buildings. Test the well in spring and fall. For permits, Jefferson County addresses go to Jefferson County Building Safety, which takes plumbing permit applications online, 303-271-8260. Some Pine addresses fall in Park County, where plumbing permits and inspections are handled by the State of Colorado, 303-894-7800, rather than the county. The gas utility wasn't confirmed; many buildings may use propane, so for a gas smell, leave and call 911 and your supplier.
Commercial Plumbing questions in Pine
What is different when a business runs on a private well?
Our property isn't on municipal sewer. What should we keep in mind?
Is our address under the city or the county for permits?
How do cold snaps affect plumbing in commercial buildings?
More plumbing services in Pine
Commercial Plumbing nearby
Helpful guides
Sources
Last updated: