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Plumbing in Charleston, SC

Compare 6 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $135–$315.

Top Plumbing Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Holy City Heating & Air, LLC

    4.9★ (1,203 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1203 reviews

    +18437907656Website

  2. 2.Provident Plumbing

    5.0★ (117 reviews)

    5.0★ from 117 reviews

    +18438494468Website

  3. 3.Charles Towne Plumbing

    4.9★ (121 reviews)

    4.9★ from 121 reviews

    +18433808848Website

  4. 4.Ashley Plumbing Co

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +18437232814Website

  5. 5.Picks Plumbing

    4.5★ (6 reviews)

    4.5★ from 6 reviews

    +18438600176

  6. 6.Atlantic Plumbing Services

    4.3★ (6 reviews)

    4.3★ from 6 reviews

    +18438849444Website

Plumbing Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Drain clearing$135–$315/job
Leak repair$135–$450/job
Water heater replacement$1,079–$2,248/job
Repiping$2,697–$7,192/job

Plumbing prices in Charleston 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 6 companies serving Charleston, rated 4.8★ on average across 1,460 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

Permit typically required

  • Mechanical contracting including plumbing is licensed through the SC Contractor's Licensing Board
  • Residential plumbing runs through the Residential Builders Commission, which holds exam reciprocity with North Carolina and Mississippi
  • Residential specialty registration applies to work over $500 that is not otherwise regulated under Title 40 Chapter 11

License required: SC LLR mechanical contractor or Residential Plumbing license

Sources: llr.sc.gov, llr.sc.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Charleston

How much does a plumber cost in Charleston?

Drain clearing in Charleston typically runs $135-$315 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Charleston, SC?

In SC, Mechanical contracting including plumbing is licensed through the SC Contractor's Licensing Board. Confirm the scope with the Charleston building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Charleston?

We track 6 plumbing professionals serving Charleston.

Do pipes freeze in Charleston?

Winter lows in Charleston average around 43F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

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

Plumbing in Charleston runs about -10.1% versus the national average.

Does Charleston rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 44.42 inches a year, Charleston yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Charleston water heaters have to work?

With 1,736 heating degree days, incoming water in Charleston 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 Charleston?

Before the first frost around December 23 in Charleston — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.