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Plumbing in Reno, NV

Compare 9 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $181–$422.

Top Plumbing Companies in Reno

  1. 1.Hawthorne Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

    4.7★ (548 reviews)

    4.7★ from 548 reviews

    +17758573333Website

  2. 2.Master Service Plumbing, Inc

    4.7★ (270 reviews)

    4.7★ from 270 reviews

    +17758511444Website

  3. 3.Bighorn Plumbing

    4.9★ (214 reviews)

    4.9★ from 214 reviews

    +17752628461Website

  4. 4.Dirty Plumber Reno

    4.8★ (222 reviews)

    4.8★ from 222 reviews

    +17753339880Website

  5. 5.Riley Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

    4.6★ (187 reviews)

    4.6★ from 187 reviews

    +17757370002Website

  6. 6.Johnson Plumbing

    4.8★ (107 reviews)

    4.8★ from 107 reviews

    +17753512293Website

  7. 7.I.S.E. Plumbing, Heating & Air

    4.9★ (64 reviews)

    4.9★ from 64 reviews

    +17753691916Website

  8. 8.Vargas & Sons Plumbing

    4.9★ (48 reviews)

    4.9★ from 48 reviews

    +17758997778Website

  9. 9.Plumbing Repair in Reno, NV

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +17752736116Website

Plumbing Cost in Reno

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

ServiceTypical range in Reno
Drain clearing$181–$422/job
Leak repair$181–$604/job
Water heater replacement$1,448–$3,018/job
Repiping$3,621–$9,656/job

Plumbing prices in Reno run about 21% 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 Reno, rated 4.8★ on average across 1,661 customer reviews.

Reno Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Reno's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 21
Annual precipitation
8.26"
Heating degree days
5,268
Cooling degree days
873
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan25.4°43.2°1.02"
Feb28.2°47.8°1.06"
Mar32.7°55.3°0.78"
Apr36.4°61.9°0.53"
May44.2°71.3°0.67"
Jun52°81.4°0.56"
Jul61.3°90.8°0.22"
Aug58.6°88.5°0.23"
Sep50.5°79.3°0.38"
Oct40.6°66.3°0.61"
Nov32.3°52.2°1.02"
Dec25.6°43°1.18"

NOAA station data 3.18 miles from Reno.

Permits & Regulations in NV

Permit typically required

  • Plumbing contracting requires a Nevada State Contractors Board C-1 Plumbing and Heating license under NAC 624.190
  • Applicants must pass trade and business-law examinations and document qualifying experience
  • The board sets a monetary limit on each license, capping the size of job a contractor may take

License required: NSCB C-1 (Plumbing and Heating) license

Sources: www.nvcontractorsboard.com, www.leg.state.nv.us

Plumbing FAQs for Reno

How much does a plumber cost in Reno?

Drain clearing in Reno typically runs $181-$422 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Reno, NV?

In NV, Plumbing contracting requires a Nevada State Contractors Board C-1 Plumbing and Heating license under NAC 624.190. Confirm the scope with the Reno building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Reno?

We track 9 plumbing professionals serving Reno.

Do pipes freeze in Reno?

Winter lows in Reno average around 25F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in Reno more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in Reno runs about +20.7% versus the national average.

Does Reno rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 8.26 inches a year, Reno yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Reno water heaters have to work?

With 5,268 heating degree days, incoming water in Reno 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 Reno?

Before the first frost around October 21 in Reno — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.