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Plumbing in Shreveport, LA

Compare 8 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $140–$328.

Top Plumbing Companies in Shreveport

  1. 1.Platinum Home Services

    4.9★ (1,693 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1693 reviews

    +13185796629Website

  2. 2.Bobby L. Greene Plumbing, Heating And Cooling

    4.9★ (1,328 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1328 reviews

    +13189296574Website

  3. 3.Mark Johnson and Sons Plumbing, Heating and Cooling

    4.9★ (117 reviews)

    4.9★ from 117 reviews

    +13185457004Website

  4. 4.Giglio Plumbing Co Inc

    4.0★ (128 reviews)

    4.0★ from 128 reviews

    +13184255344Website

  5. 5.Z Plumberz of Shreveport

    5.0★ (46 reviews)

    5.0★ from 46 reviews

    +13185944186Website

  6. 6.Roach Plumbing & Heating Inc

    4.4★ (57 reviews)

    4.4★ from 57 reviews

    +13186314533Website

  7. 7.Welch Plumbing

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

    +13185078035Website

  8. 8.Berry Plumbing LLC

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

    +13186717555Website

Plumbing Cost in Shreveport

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

ServiceTypical range in Shreveport
Drain clearing$140–$328/job
Leak repair$140–$468/job
Water heater replacement$1,123–$2,340/job
Repiping$2,808–$7,488/job

Plumbing prices in Shreveport run about 6% 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 8 companies serving Shreveport, rated 4.8★ on average across 3,404 customer reviews.

Shreveport Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Shreveport's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
March 10
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
51.41"
Heating degree days
2,225
Cooling degree days
2,481
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan36.2°57.3°4.2"
Feb39.7°61.5°4.75"
Mar46.3°69.5°4.14"
Apr53.6°76.9°4.19"
May62.7°83.8°4.93"
Jun69.5°90.1°5.4"
Jul72.7°93.4°3.65"
Aug72.1°94.1°2.73"
Sep65.6°88.2°3.16"
Oct54.6°78.2°4.96"
Nov45.2°67.5°4.53"
Dec37.7°58.5°4.77"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Shreveport.

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 Shreveport

How much does a plumber cost in Shreveport?

Drain clearing in Shreveport typically runs $140-$328 per job.

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

How many plumbers serve Shreveport?

We track 8 plumbing professionals serving Shreveport.

Do pipes freeze in Shreveport?

Winter lows in Shreveport average around 36F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

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

Plumbing in Shreveport runs about -6.4% versus the national average.

Does Shreveport rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 51.41 inches a year, Shreveport yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Shreveport water heaters have to work?

With 2,225 heating degree days, incoming water in Shreveport 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 Shreveport?

Before the first frost around November 19 in Shreveport — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.