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Plumbing in Baton Rouge, LA

Compare 7 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $175–$407.

Top Plumbing Companies in Baton Rouge

  1. 1.AccuTemp Services

    4.9★ (6,788 reviews)

    4.9★ from 6788 reviews

    +12252309200Website

  2. 2.BrotherHood Plumbing

    5.0★ (613 reviews)

    5.0★ from 613 reviews

    +12253968832Website

  3. 3.Pro Plumbing

    4.9★ (76 reviews)

    4.9★ from 76 reviews

    +12254241864Website

  4. 4.Plumbers of Baton Rouge

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +12253517523Website

  5. 5.Garon's Plumbing LLC

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +12252236209

  6. 6.Blake Plumbing

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +12253264048

  7. 7.Madk Plumbing LLC

    +12256205115

Plumbing Cost in Baton Rouge

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

ServiceTypical range in Baton Rouge
Drain clearing$175–$407/job
Leak repair$175–$582/job
Water heater replacement$1,397–$2,910/job
Repiping$3,492–$9,312/job

Plumbing prices in Baton Rouge run about 16% above 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 7 companies serving Baton Rouge, rated 5.0★ on average across 7,489 customer reviews.

Baton Rouge Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Baton Rouge's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
March 1
First fall frost
November 28
Annual precipitation
59.14"
Heating degree days
1,688
Cooling degree days
2,632
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan40°61.1°5.29"
Feb43.2°64.6°5.27"
Mar49.1°71.6°4.33"
Apr55.7°78.4°4.26"
May64.5°85.4°4.7"
Jun70.4°90°7.03"
Jul72.6°91.6°4.63"
Aug72.1°91.9°5.36"
Sep67.4°88.3°4.39"
Oct56.7°80.5°4.35"
Nov48.5°71.6°4.18"
Dec41.8°63.4°5.35"

NOAA station data 5.63 miles from Baton Rouge.

Permits & Regulations in LA

Permit typically required

  • The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) licenses plumbing work, and plumbing, mechanical and electrical projects over $10,000 require a licence
  • Applicants pass a trade exam and a business and law exam and submit a financial statement
  • A separate plumbing licence must be obtained before the contractor licence is issued

License required: LSLBC plumbing contractor license (projects over $10,000)

Sources: lslbc.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Baton Rouge

How much does a plumber cost in Baton Rouge?

Drain clearing in Baton Rouge typically runs $175-$407 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Baton Rouge, LA?

In LA, The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) licenses plumbing work, and plumbing, mechanical and electrical projects over $10,000 require a licence. Confirm the scope with the Baton Rouge building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Baton Rouge?

We track 7 plumbing professionals serving Baton Rouge.

Do pipes freeze in Baton Rouge?

Winter lows in Baton Rouge average around 40F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in Baton Rouge more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in Baton Rouge runs about +16.4% versus the national average.

Does Baton Rouge rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 59.14 inches a year, Baton Rouge yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Baton Rouge water heaters have to work?

With 1,688 heating degree days, incoming water in Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge?

Before the first frost around November 28 in Baton Rouge — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.