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Plumbing in New Orleans, LA

Compare 7 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $147–$343.

Top Plumbing Companies in New Orleans

  1. 1.Natal's Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical

    4.9★ (2,248 reviews)

    4.9★ from 2248 reviews

    +15048210005Website

  2. 2.Mr. Rooter Plumbing of New Orleans

    4.9★ (1,443 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1443 reviews

    +15043322111Website

  3. 3.Beep Me Plumbing & Heating

    4.0★ (32 reviews)

    4.0★ from 32 reviews

    +15048228349Website

  4. 4.National Economy Plumbers

    4.3★ (15 reviews)

    4.3★ from 15 reviews

    +15043223950Website

  5. 5.K B Plumbing & Heating

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +15043911997

  6. 6.Smitty’s Drain Service

    4.4★ (5 reviews)

    4.4★ from 5 reviews

    +15043080358

  7. 7.Pipes R Us Plumbing

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +15048662730Website

Plumbing Cost in New Orleans

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

ServiceTypical range in New Orleans
Drain clearing$147–$343/job
Leak repair$147–$490/job
Water heater replacement$1,175–$2,448/job
Repiping$2,937–$7,832/job

Plumbing prices in New Orleans run about 2% 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 7 companies serving New Orleans, rated 4.6★ on average across 3,749 customer reviews.

New Orleans Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New Orleans's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
January 24
First fall frost
December 29
Annual precipitation
56.77"
Heating degree days
1,203
Cooling degree days
3,202
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan46.4°60°5.12"
Feb49.8°64.2°4.86"
Mar56°70.5°4.75"
Apr62.8°77.4°4.01"
May70.7°84.6°4.34"
Jun75.9°89.2°6.6"
Jul77.9°90.5°5.68"
Aug78.2°90.8°5.22"
Sep74.6°86.7°4.12"
Oct66.1°78.7°3.1"
Nov56.7°70.7°4.1"
Dec48.8°62.6°4.87"

NOAA station data 5.66 miles from New Orleans.

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 New Orleans

How much does a plumber cost in New Orleans?

Drain clearing in New Orleans typically runs $147-$343 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in New Orleans, 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 New Orleans building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve New Orleans?

We track 7 plumbing professionals serving New Orleans.

Do pipes freeze in New Orleans?

Winter lows in New Orleans average around 46F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in New Orleans more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in New Orleans runs about -2.1% versus the national average.

Does New Orleans rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 56.77 inches a year, New Orleans yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do New Orleans water heaters have to work?

With 1,203 heating degree days, incoming water in New Orleans 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 New Orleans?

Before the first frost around December 29 in New Orleans — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.