Cost guide · Updated 2026
How much does a plumber cost?
Most plumbers charge $45 to $150 per hour, plus a service call fee of $50 to $200 that usually covers the first hour. Common repairs like drain cleaning or a toilet fix run $100 to $300. Nights, weekends and holidays cost more.
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National averages
Plumber · 2026
Service call fee
$50–$200
Drain cleaning
$100–$275
Toilet repair
$100–$300
Faucet installation
$120–$300
Typical, per hour
$45–$150
Typical price
Typical price
$45–$150
per hour · source: HomeGuide
- Service call fee$50–$200
- Drain cleaning$100–$275
- Toilet repair$100–$300
- Faucet installation$120–$300
- Water heater repair$150–$700
- Leak repair$150–$850
National averages. Labor costs differ a lot from one area to the next, so use these to sanity-check a quote, then compare two or three local pros for the same job.
Plumbing cost calculator| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Hourly rateHomeGuide | $45–$150 per hour |
| Service call feeHomeGuide | $50–$200 |
| Drain cleaningHomeGuide | $100–$275 |
| Toilet repairHomeGuide | $100–$300 |
| Faucet installationHomeGuide | $120–$300 |
| Water heater repairHomeGuide | $150–$700 |
| Leak repairHomeGuide | $150–$850 |
What changes the price
- Emergency, after-hours or weekend calls
- Trip or diagnostic fees
- Access, like pipes under a slab or behind walls
- Parts, such as a new water heater or fixtures
- Where you live. Local labor costs, demand and travel time move prices up or down from the national average.
How to pay less
- Call during business hours if it can wait. After-hours and weekend work is often billed at double or triple time.
- Save up small jobs for one visit. The service call fee usually covers the first hour, so use all of it.
- Know where your main shut-off valve is. Shutting off water fast can turn a big repair into a small one.
- Ask for a flat price before work starts, not just an hourly rate.
- Compare at least two or three quotes for the same scope. Pros on Job Hound never pay for leads, so no lead fee is built into their price.
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FAQ
Plumber cost questions
How much does a plumber cost?
Most plumbers charge $45 to $150 per hour, plus a service call fee of $50 to $200 that usually covers the first hour. Common repairs like drain cleaning or a toilet fix run $100 to $300. Nights, weekends and holidays cost more.
How much does an emergency plumber cost?
After-hours, weekend and holiday work is usually billed at double or triple the normal rate, roughly $125 to $170 an hour, and 24-hour emergency service can run $195 to $260 an hour.
What is a plumber's service call fee?
It is a flat charge of about $50 to $200 for coming out, and it usually covers the first hour of work. Ask whether it is waived or credited if you hire them for the repair.
How much does it cost to unclog a drain?
Drain cleaning typically costs $100 to $275. Main sewer line clogs, camera inspections and tree roots cost more.
Should a plumber be licensed?
Most states license plumbers. Ask for the license number and check it with your state or local licensing board before work starts.
Sources
Published national estimates, last checked 2026-11-11. Your quote depends on your job and your area.
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