Should plumbers be certified or licensed?

<div>Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul> Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

How much are typical plumbing repair costs?

<div>Typically, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-will-plumbing-repair-cost.htm">plumbing repairs cost</a> about $325 per job but can range from $175 to $4,000 or more. Simple fixes, such as a toilet repair, will be less expensive at around $150 to $400. However, if you have a pipe that has burst, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $4,000 or more. The project that needs to be completed, the size of your home, and the type of plumbing pipes you have can all impact the final cost. External factors such as supply chain issues and shortage of materials all play a part in how much this repair might be.</div>

What is the average cost to unclog a drain?

<div>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-drain-cleaning-cost.htm#">cost to unclog a drain</a> is around $200, with prices ranging between $110 and $800, depending on the type of drain and the extent of the clog. Hiring a professional to snake the toilet or sink will usually cost between $110 and $275, a bathtub or shower typically costs around $225, and a main line clog can cost between $100 and $800 based on the severity of the clog and how far beyond the access point the clog sits. Since the labor involved varies, most plumbers will charge an hourly rate for drain cleaning.</div>

How much do plumbers typically charge?

<div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/plumber-cost.htm">The average cost to hire a plumber</a> is around $100 an hour but can vary between $45 and $200 an hour depending on the plumber’s experience and the repair that you need. It’s also important to note that these prices can go up on holidays, and emergency plumber rates average $150 per hour, in addition to a flat-rate trip fee of $100 to $350. </div>

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Last update on August 15, 2025

Reviewed in January 2017
They provide excellent work. They aren't cheap, but neither is their work. I go to them first with plumbing needs and have recommended them many times over the 15 years I've worked with them.
SNEEGAS PLUMBING
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Reviewed in December 2009
They were very efficient, thorough and knowledgeable. They came when they said they were going to come and did the job quickly. They were very clean and also cleaned up after themselves once the work was done. They were willing to go the extra mile for their customers. They were very much...
Mikes Affordable Drain
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Reviewed in June 2014
We like them. They are good. They are a good company. They are dependable and affordable. Their normal trip and travel charge is $85.
Snook & Warren Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2020
They fixed it within a couple of hours of my initial call- courtesy, knowledgeable and affordable. A great local family business- bonus- they aced social distancing practices during a pandemic!!
Blue Duck Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2011
Robert Rowland was on time, very affordable, polite and knowledgeable. He is a licensed mechanical contractor and handles heating and air conditioning issues, as well as plumbing. I recommend him highly and will call him in the future.
Rowland & Co
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Reviewed in June 2013
They have to come back and fix faucet, but they didn't charge us for that which is good. But they gave us expense on water heater which was 2 or 3 times more, it was whole lot more. Our neighbor had a similar experience, that they had done something and done it incorrectly. They're not...
Pat Plumbing, Heating and Air
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Reviewed in November 2010
The line that the tub, bathroom sink and clothes washer drain all tie in to was clogged. I went in to the crawl space and tried snaking it at the point before the pipe went under ground. I got a few feet in before I hit a block I could not get clear. I just have one of those inexpensive manual...
A & H Air Conditioning & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in July 2012
Larry and his crew were the general contractors we chose when we finished our basement. He didn't have the lowest bid, but his prices were completely fair and, unlike our cheap bids, he knew what he was doing! As an example - another contractor we spoke to was completely prepared to take out a...
Wedman Construction
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