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Plumbing in Greenville, SC

Compare 7 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $120–$279.

Top Plumbing Companies in Greenville

  1. 1.Chisholm Plumbing, AC & Furnace Repair

    4.9★ (338 reviews)

    4.9★ from 338 reviews

  2. 2.Tuck & Howell Plumbing, Heating & Air

    4.9★ (277 reviews)

    4.9★ from 277 reviews

  3. 3.One Call Plumbing

    4.9★ (84 reviews)

    4.9★ from 84 reviews

  4. 4.Polar Plumbing

    5.0★ (50 reviews)

    5.0★ from 50 reviews

  5. 5.Ethical Plumbing

    4.7★ (64 reviews)

    4.7★ from 64 reviews

  6. 6.Local Rooter Greenville Plumbing and Drain Service

    5.0★ (25 reviews)

    5.0★ from 25 reviews

  7. 7.79 Woodruff Ind'L Lane Plumbing, Kitchen & Bath

Plumbing Cost in Greenville

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

ServiceTypical range in Greenville
Drain clearing$120–$279/job
Leak repair$120–$399/job
Water heater replacement$958–$1,995/job
Repiping$2,394–$6,384/job

Plumbing prices in Greenville run about 20% 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 Greenville, rated 4.9★ on average across 838 customer reviews.

Greenville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Greenville's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
March 28
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
50.77"
Heating degree days
3,287
Cooling degree days
1,643
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan31.2°49.9°4.11"
Feb33.7°53.1°4.01"
Mar39.8°61.6°4.61"
Apr48.5°71.7°3.61"
May57.9°79.1°3.79"
Jun67°85.6°4.62"
Jul70.4°88.8°4.9"
Aug69.4°87.9°4.66"
Sep61.8°81.1°4.32"
Oct50.7°71.4°3.78"
Nov41.7°61.7°4.15"
Dec34°51.7°4.21"

NOAA station data 1.1 miles from Greenville.

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 Greenville

How much does a plumber cost in Greenville?

Drain clearing in Greenville typically runs $120-$279 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Greenville, SC?

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

How many plumbers serve Greenville?

We track 7 plumbing professionals serving Greenville.

Do pipes freeze in Greenville?

Winter lows in Greenville average around 31F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

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

Plumbing in Greenville runs about -20.2% versus the national average.

Does Greenville rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 50.77 inches a year, Greenville yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Greenville water heaters have to work?

With 3,287 heating degree days, incoming water in Greenville 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 Greenville?

Before the first frost around November 10 in Greenville — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.