Plumbing · Opelika, AL

Plumbing Repair Costs

Water heaters, fixtures, supply lines, and drains. Estimates below are localized to labor and material rates in the Opelika, AL area (zip prefix 368). Enter your exact zip to refine.

Showing local estimates for Opelika, AL (36801)

Major$3,209 – $12,033

Polybutylene (PB) supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$3,209 – $12,033

Galvanized steel supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$1,629 – $8,147

Main sewer line damage/roots

Repair or replace main sewer line

Major$2,444 – $6,517

Sewer line bellied/offset joints

Trenchless sewer line repair

Major$815 – $4,073

Waste/drain pipe (cast iron) corroded

Replace corroded cast iron sections

Major$692 – $2,161

Water heater - end of life

Replace water heater (40-50 gal tank)

Major$118 – $790

Visible pipe leaks

Repair pipe leaks

Minor$160 – $481

Missing cleanout access

Install sewer cleanout access

Moderate$124 – $496

No backflow preventer

Install backflow prevention device

Minor$75 – $376

Slow drains/drain buildup

Snake or hydro-jet drain lines

Moderate$124 – $414

Water pressure too high (>80 PSI)

Install or replace pressure reducing valve

Moderate$79 – $316

Shut-off valves corroded/not working

Replace shut-off valves

Minor$61 – $285

Faucets leaking/need servicing

Repair or replace faucets (each)

Minor$40 – $241

Toilet running/leaking at base

Repair or replace toilet components

Minor$62 – $248

No expansion tank on water heater

Install thermal expansion tank

Minor$59 – $237

Hose bibs leaking or not frost-proof

Replace with frost-proof hose bibs

Minor$75 – $188

Water heater - sediment buildup

Flush water heater

Major$20 – $79

Water heater - no TPR valve/extension

Install TPR valve discharge pipe

Minor$12 – $40

Water heater - no seismic strapping

Install earthquake straps (where req'd)

Minor$8 – $24

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.