Plumbing · Elizabeth City, NC

Plumbing Repair Costs

Water heaters, fixtures, supply lines, and drains. Estimates below are localized to labor and material rates in the Elizabeth City, NC area (zip prefix 279). Enter your exact zip to refine.

Showing local estimates for Elizabeth City, NC (27906)

Major$3,364 – $12,615

Polybutylene (PB) supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$3,364 – $12,615

Galvanized steel supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$1,701 – $8,506

Main sewer line damage/roots

Repair or replace main sewer line

Major$2,552 – $6,805

Sewer line bellied/offset joints

Trenchless sewer line repair

Major$851 – $4,253

Waste/drain pipe (cast iron) corroded

Replace corroded cast iron sections

Major$711 – $2,223

Water heater - end of life

Replace water heater (40-50 gal tank)

Major$125 – $831

Visible pipe leaks

Repair pipe leaks

Minor$168 – $505

Missing cleanout access

Install sewer cleanout access

Moderate$129 – $516

No backflow preventer

Install backflow prevention device

Minor$80 – $401

Slow drains/drain buildup

Snake or hydro-jet drain lines

Moderate$129 – $430

Water pressure too high (>80 PSI)

Install or replace pressure reducing valve

Moderate$83 – $333

Shut-off valves corroded/not working

Replace shut-off valves

Minor$64 – $298

Faucets leaking/need servicing

Repair or replace faucets (each)

Minor$42 – $252

Toilet running/leaking at base

Repair or replace toilet components

Minor$65 – $258

No expansion tank on water heater

Install thermal expansion tank

Minor$62 – $249

Hose bibs leaking or not frost-proof

Replace with frost-proof hose bibs

Minor$80 – $201

Water heater - sediment buildup

Flush water heater

Major$21 – $83

Water heater - no TPR valve/extension

Install TPR valve discharge pipe

Minor$13 – $42

Water heater - no seismic strapping

Install earthquake straps (where req'd)

Minor$9 – $26

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.