Plumbing Cost Guides — Los Angeles 2026
How much do plumbing services cost in Los Angeles? Browse our guides for honest pricing on 15 common plumbing services.
Backflow Testing
$75–$250
Backflow testing ensures your backflow prevention device works correctly, preventing contaminated water from flowing back into the municipal supply. Required annually in Los Angeles.
View full guide →Bathroom Remodel Plumbing
$1,500–$5,000
Bathroom remodel plumbing covers rough-in for new fixtures, moving drains and supply lines, installing new shower valves, tub drains, and connecting toilets and vanities.
View full guide →Drain Cleaning
$130–$350
Drain cleaning removes clogs in sinks, tubs, showers, and main sewer lines. Simple clogs cost less; main line blockages with camera inspection cost more.
View full guide →Faucet Installation
$150–$400
Faucet installation includes removing the old faucet, installing a new one, and connecting supply lines. Costs vary based on faucet type and whether plumbing modifications are needed.
View full guide →Garbage Disposal Installation
$150–$450
Garbage disposal installation includes removing the old unit and installing a new one. Costs vary by disposal power (1/3 HP to 1 HP) and whether electrical work is needed.
View full guide →Gas Line Installation
$300–$1,500
Gas line installation covers new gas line runs for appliances (stove, dryer, BBQ, fireplace), gas leak repair, and earthquake shutoff valve installation.
View full guide →Hydro Jetting
$350–$800
Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water (3,000–8,000 PSI) to blast through grease, roots, scale, and debris in drain and sewer lines. More thorough than cable snaking.
View full guide →Kitchen Plumbing
$200–$1,500
Kitchen plumbing covers faucet replacement, garbage disposal installation, dishwasher hookup, sink installation, and under-sink leak repairs.
View full guide →Leak Detection
$150–$500
Professional leak detection uses electronic equipment, thermal imaging, or acoustic sensors to locate hidden leaks in walls, slabs, and underground pipes without destructive testing.
View full guide →Repiping
$3,500–$15,000
Whole-house repiping replaces all water supply pipes, typically upgrading from galvanized steel or polybutylene to copper or PEX. Essential for homes with corroded or failing pipes.
View full guide →Sewer Camera Inspection
$150–$400
A sewer camera inspection sends a waterproof camera through your sewer line to identify clogs, root intrusion, pipe damage, bellies, and offsets without digging.
View full guide →Sewer Line Repair
$1,000–$7,500
Sewer line repair addresses broken, collapsed, or root-invaded sewer pipes. Trenchless methods cost more upfront but avoid destroying your yard.
View full guide →Toilet Repair
$100–$350
Toilet repair covers running toilets, leaks at the base, weak flush, clogs, and replacing internal parts like flappers, fill valves, and wax rings.
View full guide →Water Heater Installation
$800–$3,500
Water heater installation includes removing the old unit and installing a new tank or tankless water heater. Tankless units cost more upfront but last longer and save energy.
View full guide →Water Heater Repair
$150–$600
Water heater repair covers issues like no hot water, leaking tanks, pilot light problems, thermostat failures, and anode rod replacement.
View full guide →About Our Cost Estimates
Our cost guides reflect average pricing in the greater Los Angeles area. Actual costs vary based on the complexity of your project, plumber rates, and market conditions. For accurate quotes, contact plumbers directly through our verified directory. We recommend getting at least 2–3 quotes before committing to any major plumbing work.