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Plumbing in Pittsburgh, PA

Compare 9 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $165–$385.

Top Plumbing Companies in Pittsburgh

  1. 1.Steel City Plumbers

    4.8★ (192 reviews)

    4.8★ from 192 reviews

    +14122658733Website

  2. 2.Jaros Plumbing

    5.0★ (42 reviews)

    5.0★ from 42 reviews

    +14124403041Website

  3. 3.John B. Distefand Plumbing Contractor, Inc.

    4.9★ (43 reviews)

    4.9★ from 43 reviews

  4. 4.Patrick Chase Plumbing

    4.6★ (45 reviews)

    4.6★ from 45 reviews

    +14125613624Website

  5. 5.R.J.S PLUMBING

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

    +14128971293

  6. 6.Knechtel Plumbing

    4.6★ (19 reviews)

    4.6★ from 19 reviews

    +14125633155

  7. 7.Bruni Plumbing, Inc

    4.6★ (11 reviews)

    4.6★ from 11 reviews

    +14129211433

  8. 8.Raecon Plumbing & Heating Inc

    3.3★ (16 reviews)

    3.3★ from 16 reviews

    +14129216094

  9. 9.Cillo Plumbing & Heating Co

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

    +14125634267

Plumbing Cost in Pittsburgh

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

ServiceTypical range in Pittsburgh
Drain clearing$165–$385/job
Leak repair$165–$550/job
Water heater replacement$1,319–$2,748/job
Repiping$3,297–$8,792/job

Plumbing prices in Pittsburgh run about 10% 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 Pittsburgh, rated 4.5★ on average across 394 customer reviews.

Pittsburgh Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Pittsburgh's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 25
Annual precipitation
39.29"
Heating degree days
5,563
Cooling degree days
744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.8°35.8°2.73"
Feb24°39.3°2.68"
Mar31°49°3.1"
Apr41.6°61.6°3.15"
May50.7°70.6°4.17"
Jun59.3°78.6°4.04"
Jul63.3°82.4°3.77"
Aug62.5°81.1°3.51"
Sep55.4°73.6°3.35"
Oct44°62.6°2.52"
Nov35.7°50.8°3.35"
Dec26.4°39.5°2.92"

NOAA station data 6.52 miles from Pittsburgh.

Permits & Regulations in PA

Permit typically required

  • Pennsylvania has no statewide plumbing license — licensing is handled by cities and counties, with Philadelphia and Pittsburgh running their own programs
  • Contractors performing more than $5,000 of home improvement work per year must register with the PA Attorney General
  • That registration is a consumer-protection filing, not a competency exam

License required: PA Home Improvement Contractor registration; local plumbing license

Sources: www.attorneygeneral.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Pittsburgh

How much does a plumber cost in Pittsburgh?

Drain clearing in Pittsburgh typically runs $165-$385 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Pittsburgh, PA?

In PA, Pennsylvania has no statewide plumbing license — licensing is handled by cities and counties, with Philadelphia and Pittsburgh running their own programs. Confirm the scope with the Pittsburgh building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Pittsburgh?

We track 9 plumbing professionals serving Pittsburgh.

Do pipes freeze in Pittsburgh?

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

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

Plumbing in Pittsburgh runs about +9.9% versus the national average.

Does Pittsburgh rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 39.29 inches a year, Pittsburgh yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Pittsburgh water heaters have to work?

With 5,563 heating degree days, incoming water in Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

Before the first frost around October 25 in Pittsburgh — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.