Burnaby’s Trusted Plumbing & Heating Experts, Serving Your Neighbourhood Since 1976

For over four decades, Pioneer Plumbing and Heating has been the trusted choice for residents and businesses seeking reliable plumbing and heating solutions. As a well-established plumbing contractor serving every municipality throughout the Lower Mainland since 1976, we bring unparalleled expertise and commitment to one of BC's most diverse and dynamic cities.

Complete Plumbing Services for Burnaby Homes

Burnaby is one of Metro Vancouver's most varied cities, from the dense high-rises rising around Metrotown to the quiet, tree-lined streets of Capitol Hill and the established family neighbourhoods of South Slope. That variety means the plumbing demands here are equally broad, and Pioneer Plumbing & Heating has been meeting them since 1976.

Our technicians are licensed plumbers and gas-fitters who know Burnaby's housing stock inside and out. We're BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and have earned more than 1,300 five-star Google reviews from customers across the Lower Mainland. That reputation wasn't built overnight. It comes from showing up on time, explaining the work clearly, and getting the job done right the first time.

We're based at 626 Kingsway in Vancouver, just minutes from the Burnaby border, and we're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including every statutory holiday. When something goes wrong with your plumbing or heating, you shouldn't have to wait until Monday morning.

Older Pipes, Newer Problems: What Burnaby's Housing Stock Tells Us

A significant portion of Burnaby's residential housing was built between the 1950s and 1980s, particularly in established areas like Capitol Hill and the neighbourhoods surrounding Central Park. Homes of that era were often plumbed with galvanized steel or early copper, materials that have reached or exceeded their useful life. Corroded galvanized pipes reduce water pressure, discolour the water, and eventually fail entirely. If your home is over 40 years old and you've never had a plumbing inspection, there's a reasonable chance your pipes are quietly deteriorating behind the walls.

Pioneer specializes in repiping with both copper and PEX, and we can assess the condition of your existing system before problems become emergencies. We also handle leak repair for everything from a dripping fixture to a failing supply line concealed behind drywall.

If your home was built before 1985 and the pipes have never been inspected, don't wait for a slow leak to become a flooded basement.



Call Pioneer at (604) 872-4946 to book a same-day assessment, and let us tell you exactly what you're working with.

Keeping Burnaby Warm: Furnace, Boiler & Hot Water Solutions

Burnaby winters are mild by Canadian standards, but a heating system that fails in January is still a serious problem. Pioneer handles the full range of residential heating equipment, including furnace repair and replacement, boiler repair and maintenance, and radiant heating repair and installation. We also install and service tankless water heaters, which have become increasingly popular in Burnaby's newer construction and strata buildings for their energy efficiency and space savings.

Hot water tank replacement and repair is one of our most requested services across Burnaby. Tanks in older homes often sit in narrow utility rooms or basement corners that require careful access, and our technicians are experienced with exactly those kinds of constrained installs. If your tank is over 10 years old or you're finding it can't keep up with demand, it's worth a conversation about your options.

We're also fully certified for heat pump repair and installation, an important capability as more Burnaby homeowners look for alternatives to gas heating and cooling systems. Heat pumps provide year-round comfort, and pairing them with a high-efficiency system can meaningfully reduce both your energy bills and your carbon footprint.

Drain Problems in Burnaby: Don't Let a Slow Drain Turn Into a Sewer Emergency

Burnaby's terrain, with its mix of hillside properties, low-lying areas near Deer Lake, and densely developed flats, creates a range of drainage challenges. Perimeter drains on older properties can become clogged with sediment and root intrusion over decades, and when they fail, the consequences show up as wet crawlspaces and flooded basements. We offer perimeter drain clearing and hydro-jetting to clear even the most stubborn blockages without excavation where possible.

Sewer main and water main issues are less common but far more urgent when they occur. Pioneer handles both, and our team is equipped to assess, diagnose, and repair main line problems quickly. Drain clearing for kitchen and bathroom lines is also part of our everyday work, and we approach every job with the same attention to detail whether it's a single slow drain or a more complex sewer issue.

Noticed gurgling drains, slow flushing, or a faint sewage smell in your home? These are early warning signs worth taking seriously.

Reach out to Pioneer at (604) 872-4946 to schedule a drain inspection before the problem escalates.

Strata, Commercial & Multi-Family Properties in Burnaby

Burnaby has seen significant multi-family and commercial development in recent decades, from the towers surrounding Metrotown and Brentwood to the office and retail complexes that line Kingsway and Canada Way. Pioneer Plumbing & Heating has the licensing, insurance, and crew capacity to serve strata councils, property managers, and commercial operations of all sizes.



Our commercial plumbing services cover everything from routine maintenance and backflow testing to appliance hook-up, gas line repair, and large-scale system repairs. Strata managers particularly value our ability to respond to after-hours emergencies without delay, as a plumbing failure in a shared-wall building rarely stays contained to one unit for long.

24-Hour Emergency Plumbing in Burnaby, No Waiting For Hours on End

Plumbing emergencies don’t run on a schedule. A sewer main backup, a failed water main, or a gas line issue at 2 AM demands an immediate response from someone who knows what they’re doing. Pioneer has had a 24-hour emergency plumbing service for decades, and our Burnaby customers know they can count on us to pick up the phone and dispatch a qualified plumber without the runaround.

We’re BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and have earned more than 1,300 five-star Google reviews from homeowners and businesses across Metro Vancouver. That reputation is something we protect on every job, whether it’s a garburator installation in Burnaby Heights or a sewer main repair near Burnaby Lake.

Ready to Solve Your Burnaby Plumbing or Heating Problem? Let's Talk.

Pioneer Plumbing & Heating has been part of this community for nearly 50 years, and Burnaby homeowners, strata managers, and business owners know they can count on us to show up, do the work right, and stand behind it. Whether you're dealing with a heating system that won't start on a cold morning, a water heater that's seen better days, or a drain situation that's been quietly getting worse, we're ready to help.



Call us any time at (604) 872-4946, email us through cordedcourge.shop, or reach out online to book a visit. We're available around the clock, every day of the year, because plumbing and heating problems don't keep business hours. Burnaby, we've got you covered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you service both residential and commercial properties in Burnaby? Yes, we provide comprehensive plumbing and heating services for homes, apartments, condos, commercial buildings, strata properties, and industrial facilities throughout Burnaby.

How quickly can you respond to emergency calls? We prioritize emergency calls and typically respond within hours, 24/7. Our strategically located team ensures fast response times throughout all Burnaby neighborhoods.

Are your technicians licensed and insured? Absolutely. All our technicians are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, meeting and exceeding all British Columbia regulatory requirements.

Do you offer maintenance plans for heating systems? Yes, we offer comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for both plumbing and heating systems to extend equipment life and prevent costly emergency repairs.

Pioneer Plumbing & Heating, Burnaby Services At a Glance