California plumbing costs in 2026 — honest price ranges

The fastest way to overpay is to not know the range. These are typical installed/served prices we see across California — with what makes them move.

Service	What it covers	Typical range
Drain Cleaning	Clogged sink, tub or floor drain cleared	$150–$500
Hydro Jetting	High-pressure water jetting for grease and roots	$300–$800
Sewer Camera Inspection	Video diagnosis of your sewer lateral	$150–$600
Sewer Line Repair & Replacement	Spot repairs, trenchless lining and pipe bursting	$1,500–$25,000
Water Heater Repair	No hot water, leaks, pilot and element fixes	$150–$700
Water Heater Installation	Tank replacement, code upgrades, permits, haul-away	$1,300–$3,500
Tankless Water Heater	On-demand hot water — installation and service	$2,800–$6,000
Leak Detection	Electronic location of hidden water leaks	$150–$600
Slab Leak Repair	Under-foundation leak repair, reroute or repipe	$500–$4,000
Whole-House Repiping	Replace failing supply pipes with copper or PEX	$4,500–$15,000
Toilet Repair & Installation	Running, leaking, clogged or new toilets	$150–$800
Faucet & Sink Services	Dripping faucets, new fixtures, sink installs	$150–$600
Garbage Disposal	Repair, replacement and new installs	$150–$500
Gas Line Services	New lines, leak repair, appliance hookups, earthquake valves	$300–$2,000
Water Softener & Filtration	Whole-house softening, conditioners, RO systems	$1,000–$3,500
Water Pressure Problems	Pressure regulators, low flow, banging pipes	$150–$800
Emergency Plumber	24/7 response: bursts, backups, no water	$200–$1,000

Labor varies more by region than any other factor: $95–$160/hr in the Central Valley, $150–$250/hr in the Bay Area. See Bay Area vs SoCal costs and what plumbers charge per hour.

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