Plumbing · Winston Salem, NC

Plumbing Repair Costs

Water heaters, fixtures, supply lines, and drains. Estimates below are localized to labor and material rates in the Winston Salem, NC area (zip prefix 271). Enter your exact zip to refine.

Showing local estimates for Winston Salem, NC (27101)

Major$3,291 – $12,343

Polybutylene (PB) supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$3,291 – $12,343

Galvanized steel supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$1,668 – $8,339

Main sewer line damage/roots

Repair or replace main sewer line

Major$2,502 – $6,671

Sewer line bellied/offset joints

Trenchless sewer line repair

Major$834 – $4,169

Waste/drain pipe (cast iron) corroded

Replace corroded cast iron sections

Major$702 – $2,195

Water heater - end of life

Replace water heater (40-50 gal tank)

Major$122 – $812

Visible pipe leaks

Repair pipe leaks

Minor$165 – $494

Missing cleanout access

Install sewer cleanout access

Moderate$127 – $507

No backflow preventer

Install backflow prevention device

Minor$78 – $389

Slow drains/drain buildup

Snake or hydro-jet drain lines

Moderate$127 – $422

Water pressure too high (>80 PSI)

Install or replace pressure reducing valve

Moderate$81 – $325

Shut-off valves corroded/not working

Replace shut-off valves

Minor$63 – $292

Faucets leaking/need servicing

Repair or replace faucets (each)

Minor$41 – $247

Toilet running/leaking at base

Repair or replace toilet components

Minor$63 – $253

No expansion tank on water heater

Install thermal expansion tank

Minor$61 – $244

Hose bibs leaking or not frost-proof

Replace with frost-proof hose bibs

Minor$78 – $195

Water heater - sediment buildup

Flush water heater

Major$20 – $81

Water heater - no TPR valve/extension

Install TPR valve discharge pipe

Minor$12 – $41

Water heater - no seismic strapping

Install earthquake straps (where req'd)

Minor$8 – $25

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.