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Plumbing in Kansas City, MO

Compare 9 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $179–$418.

Top Plumbing Companies in Kansas City

  1. 1.Anthony Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric

    4.9★ (3,313 reviews)

    4.9★ from 3313 reviews

    +18165680031Website

  2. 2.Better Service Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing

    4.8★ (299 reviews)

    4.8★ from 299 reviews

    +18167564244Website

  3. 3.Leaks Free KC Plumbing

    5.0★ (61 reviews)

    5.0★ from 61 reviews

    +18165591627Website

  4. 4.Phoenix Plumbing

    4.8★ (64 reviews)

    4.8★ from 64 reviews

    +18162088987Website

  5. 5.Essential Plumbing K.C. LLC

    4.8★ (26 reviews)

    4.8★ from 26 reviews

    +18165019407

  6. 6.O'Banion Plumbing and Sewer Repair, LLC

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +18164903365Website

  7. 7.Fazel Plumbing LLC

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +18167236126

  8. 8.Numer's Plumbing

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

  9. 9.Angelo's Plumbing Co Inc

    4.3★ (3 reviews)

    4.3★ from 3 reviews

    +18167344291

Plumbing Cost in Kansas City

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Kansas City
Drain clearing$179–$418/job
Leak repair$179–$597/job
Water heater replacement$1,433–$2,985/job
Repiping$3,582–$9,552/job

Plumbing prices in Kansas City run about 19% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 9 companies serving Kansas City, rated 4.8★ on average across 3,782 customer reviews.

Kansas City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Kansas City's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
April 4
First fall frost
November 1
Annual precipitation
39.06"
Heating degree days
4,686
Cooling degree days
1,673
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan22.4°39.5°1.14"
Feb26.3°44.6°1.48"
Mar35.8°56.2°2.15"
Apr46.6°66.7°3.71"
May57.1°75.9°5.13"
Jun66.7°85°5.52"
Jul72°90.1°3.97"
Aug70.2°88.6°4.39"
Sep60.5°80°4.16"
Oct48.9°67.8°3.52"
Nov36.6°54.2°2.14"
Dec25.6°41.8°1.75"

NOAA station data 1.86 miles from Kansas City.

Permits & Regulations in MO

Permit typically required

  • Missouri has no statewide plumbing license — licensing is handled by cities and counties
  • Kansas City and St. Louis each run their own plumber licensing and permitting programs
  • Pesticide work is the trade Missouri does regulate at state level, through the Department of Agriculture

License required: Local city or county plumbing license (no statewide license)

Sources: www.mo.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Kansas City

How much does a plumber cost in Kansas City?

Drain clearing in Kansas City typically runs $179-$418 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Kansas City, MO?

In MO, Missouri has no statewide plumbing license — licensing is handled by cities and counties. Confirm the scope with the Kansas City building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Kansas City?

We track 9 plumbing professionals serving Kansas City.

Do pipes freeze in Kansas City?

Winter lows in Kansas City average around 22F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in Kansas City more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in Kansas City runs about +19.4% versus the national average.

Does Kansas City rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 39.06 inches a year, Kansas City yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Kansas City water heaters have to work?

With 4,686 heating degree days, incoming water in Kansas City runs cold for a good part of the year, which is why water heater sizing matters more here than the tank label suggests.

When should I winterize plumbing in Kansas City?

Before the first frost around November 1 in Kansas City — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.