Celebrating Our 50th Anniversary!
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Your Trusted Plumber in Dayton, OH — Since 1976.
Dayton homeowners have called Merrell Plumbing Inc. for 50 years — not because of flashy ads, but because we show up, fix the problem right, and leave your home the way we found it. Owner Mark Merrell has been a licensed master plumber since before plastic pipe was standard. Today, our licensed technicians serve Dayton, OH and the surrounding Miami Valley with the same no-upsell promise we've kept since day one.
Need a plumber in Dayton right now? Call (937) 228-6039. Same-day appointments available Monday–Friday. Emergency service available on weekends.
Emergency Plumber in Dayton, OH — Available 24/7
A burst pipe at 11 p.m. on a Saturday doesn't wait until Monday. Neither do we. Merrell Plumbing Inc. dispatches licensed emergency plumbers throughout Dayton, OH around the clock. Whether you're dealing with a sewage backup, a failed water supply line, or an overflowing toilet, our team carries common parts on every truck so the job can be resolved in a single visit — not a callback.
One recent customer put it plainly: a clogged kitchen sink flooded their kitchen and laundry room on a Saturday evening. A Merrell technician arrived within two hours, diagnosed the issue, and had it resolved in under an hour.
Drain Cleaning Services in Dayton, OH
Slow drains and recurring clogs are early warnings — not minor inconveniences. A drain that backs up once will back up again until the underlying obstruction is cleared. Our plumbers use professional-grade equipment to remove blockages from kitchen sinks, shower drains, floor drains, and main sewer lines throughout Dayton, OH. We also offer hydrojetting for stubborn grease and root intrusion that standard snaking can't reach.
Transparent pricing. No service call billed twice. No work started without your approval.
Water Heater Repair & Replacement in Dayton, OH
Dayton's cold winters make a reliable water heater non-negotiable. Merrell Plumbing installs, repairs, and replaces electric, gas, tankless, and hybrid water heater models for both residential and commercial properties throughout Dayton, OH. If your unit is leaking, failing to maintain temperature, or more than 12 years old, our plumbers will diagnose the problem and give you a straight answer — repair or replace — with pricing upfront.
We stock units on our trucks for same-day water heater replacement when your situation can't wait.
Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation in Dayton, OH
A jammed or leaking garbage disposal can back up your entire kitchen drain line if ignored. Merrell Plumbing handles disposal repair, replacement, and new installation throughout Dayton, OH. We diagnose electrical failures, jammed blades, persistent clogs, and slow drainage — and we carry replacement units so most jobs are completed same-day.
Why Dayton Homeowners Have Called Merrell Plumbing for 50 Years
Licensed and insured in Ohio. Mark Merrell holds Ohio Master Plumber license PL.11065, issued by the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB). Every technician on our team is licensed and fully insured.
No upselling. Our technicians diagnose what's wrong and fix it. Customers consistently note — by name — that our plumbers identify the actual problem without recommending unnecessary work.
Parts on the truck. Most service calls are resolved in a single visit because our trucks are stocked for the jobs Dayton homeowners face most often.
Area-wide coverage. We serve Dayton, Centerville, Beavercreek, Miamisburg, Fairborn, Springboro, Kettering, Oakwood, and Lebanon. One company, one standard of work across the Miami Valley.
2026 marks our 50th year in business. In 1976, Mark Merrell founded this company to give Dayton residents a reliable, honest alternative. Five decades later, that's still the only thing that drives us.
Residential & Commercial Plumbing Services in Dayton, OH
Merrell Plumbing handles the full scope of plumbing services for Dayton homes and businesses:
- Leak detection and pipe repair
- Gas line installation and repair (certified)
- Bathroom and kitchen remodeling
- Boiler service and radiant floor heating
- Sump pump, well pump, and sewer ejector pump service
- Backflow preventer testing and installation
- Water softener installation
- Sewer camera inspection and line scoping
- Frozen pipe thawing and prevention
Frequently Asked Questions About Plumbing Services in Dayton, OH
Does Merrell Plumbing offer same-day service in Dayton, OH?
Yes. We schedule same-day appointments Monday through Friday and provide emergency service on weekends. Call (937) 228-6039 for Dayton-area same-day dispatch.
Is Merrell Plumbing licensed in Ohio?
Yes. Merrell Plumbing holds Ohio plumbing license PL.11065 issued by the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB). Mark Merrell is a licensed master plumber.
What areas near Dayton does Merrell Plumbing serve?
We serve Dayton, Centerville, Beavercreek, Miamisburg, Fairborn, Springboro, Kettering, Oakwood, and Lebanon, OH.
Do you repair and install tankless water heaters?
Yes. Our technicians are trained to install, diagnose, and repair tankless water heaters from multiple manufacturers, addressing flow rate issues, ignition problems, and mineral buildup.
How quickly can an emergency plumber reach me in Dayton?
We aim to dispatch a licensed plumber within two hours for documented emergency calls in the Dayton area. Response times vary by location and call volume.




