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Plumbing in Fort Collins, CO

Compare 10 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $143–$333.

Top Plumbing Companies in Fort Collins

  1. 1.Rex's Plumbing & Heating

    4.9★ (1,080 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1080 reviews

    +19702251122Website

  2. 2.Swan Plumbing Heating & Air of Fort Collins

    4.9★ (116 reviews)

    4.9★ from 116 reviews

    +19707622331Website

  3. 3.Hahn Plumbing – Heating – A/C

    4.5★ (173 reviews)

    4.5★ from 173 reviews

    +19704847668Website

  4. 4.Choice City Plumbing LLC

    5.0★ (49 reviews)

    5.0★ from 49 reviews

    +19708299377Website

  5. 5.RJ Plumbing & Heating

    4.8★ (43 reviews)

    4.8★ from 43 reviews

    +19704206528Website

  6. 6.Lind's Plumbing and Heating

    3.9★ (86 reviews)

    3.9★ from 86 reviews

    +19702211735Website

  7. 7.Star Plumbing Co. LLC

    4.8★ (25 reviews)

    4.8★ from 25 reviews

    +19706293282

  8. 8.C.P.R., Chandler Plumbing and Repair

    4.2★ (24 reviews)

    4.2★ from 24 reviews

    +19708322055

  9. 9.Fort Collins Plumbers Pros

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +14472004199Website

  10. 10.Reliable Fort Collins Plumbers

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +19706723299Website

Plumbing Cost in Fort Collins

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

ServiceTypical range in Fort Collins
Drain clearing$143–$333/job
Leak repair$143–$475/job
Water heater replacement$1,140–$2,375/job
Repiping$2,850–$7,600/job

Plumbing prices in Fort Collins run about 5% 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 10 companies serving Fort Collins, rated 4.7★ on average across 1,610 customer reviews.

Fort Collins Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Fort Collins's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 5
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,918
Cooling degree days
569
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.9°44.2°0.4"
Feb20.9°46.5°0.4"
Mar28.2°54.7°1.59"
Apr35.5°62.2°2.06"
May44.5°71.1°2.43"
Jun52.6°80.4°2.17"
Jul58.5°86.6°1.71"
Aug56.7°84°1.6"
Sep47.5°75.9°1.33"
Oct36.4°63.9°1.15"
Nov25.9°51.4°0.76"
Dec17.7°42.8°0.5"

NOAA station data 2.23 miles from Fort Collins.

Permits & Regulations in CO

Permit typically required

  • Colorado licenses plumbers statewide through the DORA State Plumbing Board, unlike its HVAC and roofing trades which are licensed locally
  • A journeyworker plumber needs up to 6,800 hours of practical experience and a master plumber 8,500 hours
  • A state plumbing permit must be obtained before plumbing is installed, and is valid for one year from issue

License required: Colorado State Plumbing Board license (journeyworker, master or plumbing contractor)

Sources: dpo.colorado.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Fort Collins

How much does a plumber cost in Fort Collins?

Drain clearing in Fort Collins typically runs $143-$333 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Fort Collins, CO?

In CO, Colorado licenses plumbers statewide through the DORA State Plumbing Board, unlike its HVAC and roofing trades which are licensed locally. Confirm the scope with the Fort Collins building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Fort Collins?

We track 10 plumbing professionals serving Fort Collins.

Do pipes freeze in Fort Collins?

Winter lows in Fort Collins average around 18F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in Fort Collins more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in Fort Collins runs about -5% versus the national average.

Does Fort Collins rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 16.1 inches a year, Fort Collins yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Fort Collins water heaters have to work?

With 5,918 heating degree days, incoming water in Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins?

Before the first frost around October 5 in Fort Collins — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.