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Plumbing in Miami, FL

Compare 9 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $136–$317.

Top Plumbing Companies in Miami

  1. 1.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

    4.7★ (2,323 reviews)

    4.7★ from 2323 reviews

  2. 2.Miami 24/7 Plumbing - Miami Emergency Plumbers

    4.8★ (237 reviews)

    4.8★ from 237 reviews

  3. 3.Ez Plumbing Repair Services

    4.9★ (56 reviews)

    4.9★ from 56 reviews

  4. 4.N & Q Electric & Plumbing Miami

    4.8★ (43 reviews)

    4.8★ from 43 reviews

  5. 5.Emergency Plumbing Repair - Miami, FL

    5.0★ (34 reviews)

    5.0★ from 34 reviews

  6. 6.AKO Plumbing Corp.

    4.8★ (36 reviews)

    4.8★ from 36 reviews

  7. 7.AAA Plumbing Services

    4.3★ (19 reviews)

    4.3★ from 19 reviews

  8. 8.Leak experts

    4.0★ (16 reviews)

    4.0★ from 16 reviews

  9. 9.Gold Plumbing & Repiping

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

Plumbing Cost in Miami

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

ServiceTypical range in Miami
Drain clearing$136–$317/job
Leak repair$136–$453/job
Water heater replacement$1,086–$2,263/job
Repiping$2,715–$7,240/job

Plumbing prices in Miami run about 10% 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 9 companies serving Miami, rated 4.6★ on average across 2,768 customer reviews.

Miami Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Miami's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Annual precipitation
51.73"
Heating degree days
145
Cooling degree days
4,249
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan61.4°73.8°2.09"
Feb63°74.9°2.33"
Mar65.3°76.3°3"
Apr69.2°79.4°3.2"
May73.9°82.8°4.98"
Jun77°86.5°8.27"
Jul78.3°88.1°4.35"
Aug78.6°88.5°6.37"
Sep77.7°87°7.88"
Oct74.7°83.7°4.47"
Nov69.5°79.3°2.74"
Dec64.3°75.7°2.05"

NOAA station data 5.15 miles from Miami.

Permits & Regulations in FL

Permit typically required

  • Plumbing contracting is licensed by the DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board
  • Contractors are either state-certified, which allows work anywhere in Florida, or registered, which is limited to the local jurisdiction that licensed them
  • Applicants need four years of experience plus a trade examination and a business and finance examination

License required: DBPR certified or registered Plumbing Contractor license

Sources: www2.myfloridalicense.com

Plumbing FAQs for Miami

How much does a plumber cost in Miami?

Drain clearing in Miami typically runs $136-$317 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Miami, FL?

In FL, Plumbing contracting is licensed by the DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board. Confirm the scope with the Miami building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Miami?

We track 9 plumbing professionals serving Miami.

Do pipes freeze in Miami?

Winter lows in Miami average around 61F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in Miami more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in Miami runs about -9.5% versus the national average.

Does Miami rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 51.73 inches a year, Miami yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Miami water heaters have to work?

With 145 heating degree days, incoming water in Miami runs cold for a good part of the year, which is why water heater sizing matters more here than the tank label suggests.