Plumbing · Mcallen, TX

Plumbing Repair Costs

Water heaters, fixtures, supply lines, and drains. Estimates below are localized to labor and material rates in the Mcallen, TX area (zip prefix 785). Enter your exact zip to refine.

Showing local estimates for Mcallen, TX (78501)

Major$3,121 – $11,705

Polybutylene (PB) supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$3,121 – $11,705

Galvanized steel supply pipes

Repipe with copper or PEX (whole house)

Major$1,592 – $7,958

Main sewer line damage/roots

Repair or replace main sewer line

Major$2,387 – $6,366

Sewer line bellied/offset joints

Trenchless sewer line repair

Major$796 – $3,979

Waste/drain pipe (cast iron) corroded

Replace corroded cast iron sections

Major$686 – $2,144

Water heater - end of life

Replace water heater (40-50 gal tank)

Major$115 – $765

Visible pipe leaks

Repair pipe leaks

Minor$156 – $468

Missing cleanout access

Install sewer cleanout access

Moderate$122 – $487

No backflow preventer

Install backflow prevention device

Minor$72 – $359

Slow drains/drain buildup

Snake or hydro-jet drain lines

Moderate$122 – $406

Water pressure too high (>80 PSI)

Install or replace pressure reducing valve

Moderate$76 – $306

Shut-off valves corroded/not working

Replace shut-off valves

Minor$60 – $279

Faucets leaking/need servicing

Repair or replace faucets (each)

Minor$39 – $234

Toilet running/leaking at base

Repair or replace toilet components

Minor$61 – $243

No expansion tank on water heater

Install thermal expansion tank

Minor$57 – $229

Hose bibs leaking or not frost-proof

Replace with frost-proof hose bibs

Minor$72 – $180

Water heater - sediment buildup

Flush water heater

Major$19 – $76

Water heater - no TPR valve/extension

Install TPR valve discharge pipe

Minor$12 – $39

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.