Hiring a plumber, electrician or roofer in Durango works a little differently than in a big city. Winters are long, the pool of local trades is small, and plenty of homes sit on wells and septic outside city limits. Electricians and plumbers in Colorado are licensed by the state's Division of Professions and Occupations, so check a license before you sign, via the electrical board and plumbing board. This guide lists local options by trade, with addresses and Google ratings as of October 2026, plus how to vet a pro and when to book.
Which plumbers serve Durango?
Plumbing calls spike when cold weather arrives, so line up a plumber before you need one. Know where your main shutoff is. If you live outside city limits on a well, ask a plumber about your well house too.
| Plumber | Address | Google rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shubert Plumbing | 305 E 7th Ave | 4.1 (45 reviews) |
| Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service | 570-A Turner Dr | 4.7 (17) |
| Boss Mechanical | 463 Turner Dr | 4.3 (6) |
| Mile High Plumbing | 248 Bodo Dr | 3.4 (19) |
Browse the full plumber category for more. Book your pre-winter check in early fall, not the week of the first freeze.
Which electricians should you call?
Older homes sometimes carry panels sized for fewer devices than today's households use. If you're adding an EV charger, a heat pump or a home office, ask an electrician whether your panel needs work. Outside city limits, ask who pulls permits, since some jobs go through La Plata County.
| Electrician | Address | Google rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phillips Electric | 570 Turner Dr # F | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Powerhouse Electric | 844 E 4th St | 4.8 (14) |
| Durango Electrical Services | 109 Suttle St | 4.1 (10) |
| Nichols Electric | 128 Stewart St | 4.0 (3) |
| Living Solar | 649 E College Dr | 2.6 (5) |
Thinking about solar? Get more than one quote. Browse all electricians too.
Who fixes roofs in Durango?
Snow, wind and sun all test a roof here. Ask a roofer what they'd inspect before winter, and have one look after any big storm. Your insurer can tell you what's claimable, so photograph damage and the date before temporary repairs.
| Roofer | Address | Google rating |
|---|---|---|
| Diversified Roofing | 162 Stewart St B | 4.9 (125 reviews) |
| AMCAT Roofing | 2615 Main Ave | 4.6 (55) |
| Adept Roofing | 170 E 6th Ave | 5.0 (23) |
| Durango Roofing | 688 Animas View Dr | 3.3 (38) |
| Durango Seamless Gutter & Standing Seam Roof | 392 Needham Cir | 4.3 (11) |
See every roofing contractor in the directory.
What about remodels and general contractors?
For remodels, start with the contractor category. Local names include SACHS Construction at 656 Main Ave, Broadhead Construction at 700 Main Ave Unit A (5.0 on Google, 14 reviews), SilverPick Contracting at 180 E 12th St and Trinity Building Systems at 101 W 11th St.
Wildfire matters if you live near the edge of town. The Colorado State Forest Service says a home's survival depends on how easily it ignites and on the quality of the defensible space around it, per its home ignition zone guide. Ask a contractor whether they've built in that setting. Our wildfire preparedness guide covers the basics.
How do you vet a local pro?
Keep it simple:
- Verify the license. Use the state lookup for electricians and plumbers. For other trades, ask the city or county what applies.
- Ask for proof of insurance. General liability, and workers' compensation if they have employees.
- Call local references. Two or three clients in Durango or La Plata County.
- Get the scope in writing. Work, materials, price, schedule and change orders.
- Ask about permits. The City of Durango handles permits through an online portal. Don't skip them to save money.
When should you call each trade?
Think by season. Fall is for furnace service, plumbing checks and roof flashing. Winter is for emergencies, so keep a plumber's number handy. Spring suits exterior work once the ground firms up. Summer fills fast, so book roofing and exterior jobs early. Our seasonal home maintenance guide has a month-by-month checklist, and the moving to Durango guide covers what new owners should line up.
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