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Plumbing in Cincinnati, OH

Compare 10 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $153–$357.

Top Plumbing Companies in Cincinnati

  1. 1.Apollo Home

    4.9★ (16,283 reviews)

    4.9★ from 16283 reviews

  2. 2.Tarvin Plumbing

    4.7★ (133 reviews)

    4.7★ from 133 reviews

  3. 3.Anderson Hills Plumbing

    4.6★ (90 reviews)

    4.6★ from 90 reviews

  4. 4.Holtmeier Plumbing

    4.4★ (32 reviews)

    4.4★ from 32 reviews

  5. 5.24/7 Emergency Plumber Cincinnati

    4.8★ (21 reviews)

    4.8★ from 21 reviews

  6. 6.Pacon Plumbing School

    4.6★ (13 reviews)

    4.6★ from 13 reviews

  7. 7.Niehaus Plumbing

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

  8. 8.Midwestern Plumbing

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  9. 9.Mechlem Plumbing & Tile

    3.7★ (3 reviews)

    3.7★ from 3 reviews

  10. 10.Reliable Plumbing Services LLC

Plumbing Cost in Cincinnati

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

ServiceTypical range in Cincinnati
Drain clearing$153–$357/job
Leak repair$153–$510/job
Water heater replacement$1,225–$2,552/job
Repiping$3,063–$8,168/job

Plumbing prices in Cincinnati run about 2% 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 10 companies serving Cincinnati, rated 4.6★ on average across 16,581 customer reviews.

Cincinnati Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Cincinnati's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 21
Annual precipitation
41.94"
Heating degree days
4,957
Cooling degree days
1,067
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan22.4°40.1°2.82"
Feb24.9°44.7°2.54"
Mar32.6°54.7°3.88"
Apr41.9°66.1°3.86"
May51.5°74.9°5.03"
Jun60.5°83°4.05"
Jul64.7°86.6°3.86"
Aug63.2°85.8°3.61"
Sep55.1°79.2°2.83"
Oct43.3°67.6°3.11"
Nov34.3°55.5°3.2"
Dec25.9°43.2°3.15"

NOAA station data 5.36 miles from Cincinnati.

Permits & Regulations in OH

Permit typically required

  • The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses plumbing and hydronics contractors performing commercial work under Ohio Revised Code 4740
  • Residential plumbing is regulated by local building and health departments rather than by the state
  • Building and health departments maintaining registration programs must verify a state license before issuing commercial permits

License required: Ohio OCILB plumbing contractor license (commercial); local license for residential

Sources: com.ohio.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Cincinnati

How much does a plumber cost in Cincinnati?

Drain clearing in Cincinnati typically runs $153-$357 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Cincinnati, OH?

In OH, The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses plumbing and hydronics contractors performing commercial work under Ohio Revised Code 4740. Confirm the scope with the Cincinnati building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Cincinnati?

We track 10 plumbing professionals serving Cincinnati.

Do pipes freeze in Cincinnati?

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

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

Plumbing in Cincinnati runs about +2.1% versus the national average.

Does Cincinnati rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 41.94 inches a year, Cincinnati yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Cincinnati water heaters have to work?

With 4,957 heating degree days, incoming water in Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?

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