Plumber in McCammon

McCammon at a glance

McCammon is a city in Bannock County with 825 people at the 2020 census, covering about 2.3 square miles. It is part of the Pocatello metropolitan area.

What that means for your plumbing

McCammon's climate has large seasonal swings, with warm to hot summers and cold, sometimes severely cold, winters. Pipes in crawl spaces, garages and outbuildings are the first to freeze when the cold arrives. Insulate them before the first hard freeze; see frozen pipe repair.

Marsh Valley homes

Homes in and around McCammon are often on wells and septic systems, and many have barns, shops or livestock waterers with their own lines. Long buried runs can leak for months unnoticed. A pressure gauge that slowly drops, or a soggy patch in dry weather, is worth checking.

Junction City

In 1892 McCammon became the junction point between the Oregon Short Line Railroad and the Utah and Northern Railway, earning it the nickname "Junction City". Homes from the railroad era sit alongside newer houses built by families who commute to Pocatello. The older ones may have original service lines, cast iron drains and water heaters squeezed into tight corners. If you own one of those houses, a look at the water heater's age and the condition of the drain lines can head off a winter surprise. The plumber may also suggest moving lines away from the cold side of the house. Our winterizing guide lists simple steps.