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Plumbing in Columbia, SC

Compare 9 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $122–$286.

Top Plumbing Companies in Columbia

  1. 1.Franklin Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

    4.8★ (1,139 reviews)

    4.8★ from 1139 reviews

    +18035157753Website

  2. 2.Cool Care Heating, Air, Plumbing & Refrigeration

    4.7★ (701 reviews)

    4.7★ from 701 reviews

    +18037727715Website

  3. 3.CPS Drain & Plumbing

    5.0★ (415 reviews)

    5.0★ from 415 reviews

    +18033572211Website

  4. 4.Crew Plumbing and Drain

    4.8★ (165 reviews)

    4.8★ from 165 reviews

    +18039959282Website

  5. 5.Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbia

    5.0★ (76 reviews)

    5.0★ from 76 reviews

    +18032912822Website

  6. 6.Perfecto Plumbing &Gas LLC

    4.9★ (60 reviews)

    4.9★ from 60 reviews

    +18034049984Website

  7. 7.People's Choice Plumbing LLC

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +18035507864Website

  8. 8.Master Kare Plumbing Services LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18035289239

  9. 9.WEIR MASTERS

    +18032571800

Plumbing Cost in Columbia

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

ServiceTypical range in Columbia
Drain clearing$122–$286/job
Leak repair$122–$408/job
Water heater replacement$979–$2,040/job
Repiping$2,448–$6,528/job

Plumbing prices in Columbia run about 18% below 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 Columbia, rated 4.9★ on average across 2,566 customer reviews.

Columbia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbia's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
March 23
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
44.87"
Heating degree days
2,658
Cooling degree days
2,025
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33°54.7°3.95"
Feb36.1°59.1°3.65"
Mar42.6°66.7°4.03"
Apr50.4°75.1°2.96"
May59.3°82.5°2.91"
Jun67.4°88.8°4.11"
Jul70.9°91.8°4.9"
Aug69.7°90°4.85"
Sep63.2°84.4°3.96"
Oct52.3°75.3°3.02"
Nov43.4°66.7°3.09"
Dec35.6°57.4°3.44"

NOAA station data 6.62 miles from Columbia.

Permits & Regulations in SC

Permit typically required

  • Mechanical contracting including plumbing is licensed through the SC Contractor's Licensing Board
  • Residential plumbing runs through the Residential Builders Commission, which holds exam reciprocity with North Carolina and Mississippi
  • Residential specialty registration applies to work over $500 that is not otherwise regulated under Title 40 Chapter 11

License required: SC LLR mechanical contractor or Residential Plumbing license

Sources: llr.sc.gov, llr.sc.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Columbia

How much does a plumber cost in Columbia?

Drain clearing in Columbia typically runs $122-$286 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Columbia, SC?

In SC, Mechanical contracting including plumbing is licensed through the SC Contractor's Licensing Board. Confirm the scope with the Columbia building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Columbia?

We track 9 plumbing professionals serving Columbia.

Do pipes freeze in Columbia?

Winter lows in Columbia average around 33F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

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

Plumbing in Columbia runs about -18.4% versus the national average.

Does Columbia rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 44.87 inches a year, Columbia yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Columbia water heaters have to work?

With 2,658 heating degree days, incoming water in Columbia 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 Columbia?

Before the first frost around November 15 in Columbia — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.