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Plumbing in Wichita, KS

Compare 9 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $143–$334.

Top Plumbing Companies in Wichita

  1. 1.Bowers Plumbing Company

    4.9★ (3,277 reviews)

    4.9★ from 3277 reviews

  2. 2.Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Wichita

    4.8★ (3,255 reviews)

    4.8★ from 3255 reviews

  3. 3.Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Wichita, KS

    4.8★ (1,613 reviews)

    4.8★ from 1613 reviews

  4. 4.Reddi Industries

    4.7★ (1,641 reviews)

    4.7★ from 1641 reviews

  5. 5.Butler Plumbing & Restoration

    4.9★ (219 reviews)

    4.9★ from 219 reviews

  6. 6.Premier Plumbing-Wichita

    4.9★ (128 reviews)

    4.9★ from 128 reviews

  7. 7.Plumb Crazy

    4.7★ (74 reviews)

    4.7★ from 74 reviews

  8. 8.Boyer Plumbing

    4.8★ (53 reviews)

    4.8★ from 53 reviews

  9. 9.Superior Plumbing of Wichita

    4.3★ (52 reviews)

    4.3★ from 52 reviews

Plumbing Cost in Wichita

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

ServiceTypical range in Wichita
Drain clearing$143–$334/job
Leak repair$143–$478/job
Water heater replacement$1,146–$2,388/job
Repiping$2,865–$7,640/job

Plumbing prices in Wichita 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 9 companies serving Wichita, rated 4.8★ on average across 10,312 customer reviews.

Wichita Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Wichita's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
April 9
First fall frost
October 28
Annual precipitation
32.64"
Heating degree days
4,592
Cooling degree days
1,686
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.9°42.5°0.83"
Feb26.1°48.2°1.18"
Mar35°57.9°2.69"
Apr44.5°67.7°2.59"
May55.2°76.7°4.57"
Jun64.9°86.7°5.2"
Jul69.8°92.3°3.32"
Aug68.8°91.2°3.71"
Sep59.5°82.5°3.14"
Oct46.9°69.7°2.78"
Nov34.6°56.2°1.43"
Dec24.1°43.5°1.2"

NOAA station data 5.48 miles from Wichita.

Permits & Regulations in KS

Permit typically required

  • Kansas has no statewide plumbing license — licensing is handled by cities and counties
  • Wichita, Topeka and the Kansas City metro jurisdictions each run their own plumber licensing and permitting
  • Roofing is the one building trade Kansas does regulate statewide, through Attorney General registration

License required: Local city or county plumbing license (no statewide license)

Sources: www.ag.ks.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Wichita

How much does a plumber cost in Wichita?

Drain clearing in Wichita typically runs $143-$334 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Wichita, KS?

In KS, Kansas has no statewide plumbing license — licensing is handled by cities and counties. Confirm the scope with the Wichita building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Wichita?

We track 9 plumbing professionals serving Wichita.

Do pipes freeze in Wichita?

Winter lows in Wichita average around 22F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

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

Plumbing in Wichita runs about -4.5% versus the national average.

Does Wichita rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 32.64 inches a year, Wichita yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Wichita water heaters have to work?

With 4,592 heating degree days, incoming water in Wichita 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 Wichita?

Before the first frost around October 28 in Wichita — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.