Plumbing emergencies rarely happen at convenient times, and the urgency makes it easy to overpay. Here's what every common plumbing service actually costs.
Common Plumbing Repair Costs
| Service | Cost Range |
|---|
| Service call / trip charge | $50–$150 |
| Faucet repair or replacement | $150–$400 |
| Toilet repair | $100–$300 |
| Toilet replacement (installed) | $300–$800 |
| Drain clearing (snake) | $150–$400 |
| Garbage disposal replacement | $200–$500 |
| Water heater replacement (tank) | $1,200–$2,500 |
| Water heater replacement (tankless) | $2,500–$5,000 |
| Slab leak repair | $1,500–$5,000 |
| Main sewer line replacement | $3,000–$15,000 |
| Whole-house repipe | $4,000–$15,000 |
Emergency vs Scheduled Pricing
After-hours plumbing calls cost 50-100% more than scheduled visits. If your issue isn't causing active flooding, you can often shut off the water valve and wait for regular business hours. Know where your main water shutoff is before you need it.
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How we calculated these numbers
Every price range, median, and benchmark in this guide is computed from real contractor quotes that QuoteScore users have submitted for analysis, combined with our regional pricing benchmark database.
- Sample size: 151 plumbing service quotes analyzed by QuoteScore.
- Benchmark data: 14,000+ regional pricing benchmarks updated quarterly, covering parts retail (RockAuto, AutoZone, Advance Auto, Home Depot, Lowe's, Ferguson) and labor rates by metro.
- Pricing date range: Quotes from late 2024 through February 2026; benchmark data refreshed within the last 90 days.
- Methodology: Outliers (top/bottom 5%) trimmed before computing medians. Region-specific labor rates separated from parts pricing. We disclose sample size when fewer than 50 quotes back a specific number.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost per hour?
Plumbers charge $75-$200/hour depending on your region. Many also charge a service call fee ($50-$150) just to show up. Total cost for a typical repair visit is $200-$600.
How much does it cost to unclog a drain?
Simple drain clearing costs $100-$250. If the clog requires a snake/auger, expect $150-$400. Hydro-jetting (for severe clogs or tree roots) costs $300-$800. Main sewer line clearing runs $200-$600.
How much does a new water heater cost?
Tank water heater replacement: $1,200-$2,500 installed. Tankless water heater: $2,500-$5,000 installed. Heat pump water heater: $2,000-$4,500 installed. The unit itself is 40-60% of the cost; the rest is labor, permits, and materials.