Top Plumbing Companies in Billings
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Plumbing Cost in Billings
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Billings |
|---|---|
| Drain clearing | $192–$448/job |
| Leak repair | $192–$640/job |
| Water heater replacement | $1,536–$3,200/job |
| Repiping | $3,840–$10,240/job |
Plumbing prices in Billings run about 28% 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 6 companies serving Billings, rated 4.6★ on average across 2,801 customer reviews.
Billings Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Billings's weather means for scheduling plumbing.
- Last spring frost
- May 4
- First fall frost
- October 3
- Annual precipitation
- 13.66"
- Heating degree days
- 6,781
- Cooling degree days
- 637
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17.8° | 36.4° | 0.48" |
| Feb | 20.6° | 40.2° | 0.48" |
| Mar | 26.9° | 48.6° | 1.06" |
| Apr | 34.7° | 57.6° | 1.66" |
| May | 43.6° | 67.5° | 2.18" |
| Jun | 52.1° | 77.2° | 2.12" |
| Jul | 58.8° | 86.8° | 1.32" |
| Aug | 57.3° | 85.7° | 0.75" |
| Sep | 47.5° | 73.1° | 1.3" |
| Oct | 37.1° | 59.4° | 1.18" |
| Nov | 26.3° | 45.3° | 0.63" |
| Dec | 17.8° | 35.2° | 0.5" |
NOAA station data 1.33 miles from Billings.
Permits & Regulations in MT
Permit typically required
- Plumbing in Montana is licensed by the Board of Plumbers, which issues master and journeyman plumber licenses
- A master plumber needs four years as a licensed journeyman, three of them supervisory or under a master, and must pass the board exam
- Plumbing permits come from the state or from a city certified to issue its own
License required: Montana Board of Plumbers master plumber license
Sources: boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov
Plumbing FAQs for Billings
How much does a plumber cost in Billings?
Drain clearing in Billings typically runs $192-$448 per job.
Do I need a licensed plumber in Billings, MT?
In MT, Plumbing in Montana is licensed by the Board of Plumbers, which issues master and journeyman plumber licenses. Confirm the scope with the Billings building department before work starts.
How many plumbers serve Billings?
We track 6 plumbing professionals serving Billings.
Do pipes freeze in Billings?
Winter lows in Billings average around 18F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.
Is plumbing work in Billings more expensive than the national average?
Plumbing in Billings runs about +28% versus the national average.
Does Billings rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?
At 13.66 inches a year, Billings yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.
How much do Billings water heaters have to work?
With 6,781 heating degree days, incoming water in Billings 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 Billings?
Before the first frost around October 3 in Billings — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.
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