Plumbing · Newport News, VA

Plumbing Repair Costs

Water heaters, fixtures, supply lines, and drains. Estimates below are localized to labor and material rates in the Newport News, VA area (zip prefix 236). Enter your exact zip to refine.

Showing local estimates for Newport News, VA (23601)

Major$3,557 – $13,339

Polybutylene (PB) supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$3,557 – $13,339

Galvanized steel supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$1,796 – $8,981

Main sewer line damage/roots

Repair or replace main sewer line

Major$2,694 – $7,185

Sewer line bellied/offset joints

Trenchless sewer line repair

Major$898 – $4,491

Waste/drain pipe (cast iron) corroded

Replace corroded cast iron sections

Major$747 – $2,334

Water heater - end of life

Replace water heater (40-50 gal tank)

Major$132 – $880

Visible pipe leaks

Repair pipe leaks

Minor$178 – $534

Missing cleanout access

Install sewer cleanout access

Moderate$136 – $544

No backflow preventer

Install backflow prevention device

Minor$85 – $427

Slow drains/drain buildup

Snake or hydro-jet drain lines

Moderate$136 – $453

Water pressure too high (>80 PSI)

Install or replace pressure reducing valve

Moderate$88 – $352

Shut-off valves corroded/not working

Replace shut-off valves

Minor$67 – $314

Faucets leaking/need servicing

Repair or replace faucets (each)

Minor$44 – $267

Toilet running/leaking at base

Repair or replace toilet components

Minor$68 – $272

No expansion tank on water heater

Install thermal expansion tank

Minor$66 – $264

Hose bibs leaking or not frost-proof

Replace with frost-proof hose bibs

Minor$85 – $213

Water heater - sediment buildup

Flush water heater

Major$22 – $88

Water heater - no TPR valve/extension

Install TPR valve discharge pipe

Minor$13 – $44

Water heater - no seismic strapping

Install earthquake straps (where req'd)

Minor$9 – $27

Supply line connectors (braided/rubber)

Replace with braided stainless supply lines

About These Estimates

These estimates are based on national averages adjusted for local labor and material costs using BLS and BEA data. Actual costs vary based on specific conditions, contractor availability, and project complexity. Always obtain multiple quotes from licensed local contractors.