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Plumbing in Little Rock, AR

Compare 8 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $116–$270.

Top Plumbing Companies in Little Rock

  1. 1.Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric

    4.8★ (645 reviews)

    4.8★ from 645 reviews

    +15017460050Website

  2. 2.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

    4.9★ (189 reviews)

    4.9★ from 189 reviews

    +15019451448Website

  3. 3.MAC Mechanical Company

    4.8★ (60 reviews)

    4.8★ from 60 reviews

    +15015633333Website

  4. 4.Oak Forest Plumbing

    3.7★ (11 reviews)

    3.7★ from 11 reviews

    +15014553146

  5. 5.Begley's Plumbing

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +15019608057

  6. 6.Francis Dwyer Plumbing

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +15015144390

  7. 7.Air From Paradise Team Heating & Ac / Plumbing

    +15015628326Website

  8. 8.Johnson, Gaylan Plumbing Service Inc.

    +15014137374

Plumbing Cost in Little Rock

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Little Rock
Drain clearing$116–$270/job
Leak repair$116–$386/job
Water heater replacement$925–$1,928/job
Repiping$2,313–$6,168/job

Plumbing prices in Little Rock run about 23% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 8 companies serving Little Rock, rated 4.7★ on average across 912 customer reviews.

Little Rock Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Little Rock's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
March 19
First fall frost
November 13
Annual precipitation
49.75"
Heating degree days
3,053
Cooling degree days
2,206
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan31.2°50.5°3.55"
Feb34.5°55.1°3.66"
Mar42.7°64°4.68"
Apr51°73.1°5.14"
May61.1°81.1°4.87"
Jun69.4°88.9°3.65"
Jul73.2°92.5°3.27"
Aug72.4°92.6°2.59"
Sep64.5°85.6°3.18"
Oct52.6°74.8°4.91"
Nov42.2°63°5.28"
Dec33.7°52.3°4.97"

NOAA station data 6.97 miles from Little Rock.

Permits & Regulations in AR

Permit typically required

  • Plumbing is regulated by the Arkansas Department of Health rather than by the contractor licensing board
  • A master plumber license requires five years of experience; journeyman applicants document four years across all phases of plumbing and natural gas
  • Construction, repair or maintenance work valued over $2,000 also requires contractor licensing

License required: Arkansas Department of Health master or journeyman plumber license

Sources: healthy.arkansas.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Little Rock

How much does a plumber cost in Little Rock?

Drain clearing in Little Rock typically runs $116-$270 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Little Rock, AR?

In AR, Plumbing is regulated by the Arkansas Department of Health rather than by the contractor licensing board. Confirm the scope with the Little Rock building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Little Rock?

We track 8 plumbing professionals serving Little Rock.

Do pipes freeze in Little Rock?

Winter lows in Little Rock average around 31F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in Little Rock more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in Little Rock runs about -22.9% versus the national average.

Does Little Rock rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 49.75 inches a year, Little Rock yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Little Rock water heaters have to work?

With 3,053 heating degree days, incoming water in Little Rock runs cold for a good part of the year, which is why water heater sizing matters more here than the tank label suggests.

When should I winterize plumbing in Little Rock?

Before the first frost around November 13 in Little Rock — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.