Home 101: How To Find The Right Plumber And What It'll Cost

Some things you can fix with a wrench or a plunger. But for many plumbing mishaps, you need to call in the professionals. Different plumbers handle different duties and have varied areas of expertise: There are those who handle basic repairs (often in emergency situations) and those who specialize in remodeling projects and additions.

The average cost to hire a plumber is $302, according to HomeAdvisor’s True Cost Guide. But that number varies considerably depending on what kind of services are needed. And although some professional plumbing jobs might seem costly, having a trained expert do the work properly could save you from incurring thousands of dollars in water damage down the line. Because it's always a good idea to know who to call when any issues pop up, here's a list of the plumbing services offered in your area and an idea of how much they'll cost.

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Bathroom

Install a Toilet
Average cost: $376
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Repair a Toilet
Average cost: $208
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Install a Bathtub
Average cost: $2,990
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Refinish a Bathtub
Average cost: $462
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Install a Shower
Average cost: $3,241
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Kitchen

Install a Faucet
Average cost: $244
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Repair a Clogged Drain
Average cost: $206
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Install an Appliance
Average cost: $191
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Repair an Appliance
Average cost: $170
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Pipes

Install New Plumbing Pipes
Average cost: $1,056
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Repair a Drain Line Breakage
Average cost: $594
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Install a Water Main
Average cost: $1,486
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Repair a Water Main
Average cost: $819
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Install a Sewer Main
Average cost: $2,862
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Repair a Sewer Main Line
Average cost: $2,477
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Pumps

Repair a Well Pump
Average cost: $792
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Replace a Well Pump
Average cost: $1,545
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Repair a Sump Pump
Average cost: $480
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Tanks

Install a Septic Tank
Average cost: $5,347
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Clean Septic Tank
Average cost: $385
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Repair a Septic Tank
Average cost: $1,485
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Water Heaters

Install a Water Heater
Average cost: $1,017
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Repair a Water Heater
Average cost: $523
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Install a Tankless Water Heater
Average cost: $1,740
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