Top Plumbing Companies in Virginia Beach
1.Atomic Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Corporation
4.8★ (1,724 reviews)
4.8★ from 1724 reviews
2.Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Virginia Beach
4.9★ (1,436 reviews)
4.9★ from 1436 reviews
6.Jim Bertolino & Son Plumbing and Drain Service Inc.
4.8★ (477 reviews)
4.8★ from 477 reviews
9.A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters
4.9★ (273 reviews)
4.9★ from 273 reviews
Plumbing Cost in Virginia Beach
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Virginia Beach |
|---|---|
| Drain clearing | $146–$340/job |
| Leak repair | $146–$485/job |
| Water heater replacement | $1,164–$2,425/job |
| Repiping | $2,910–$7,760/job |
Plumbing prices in Virginia Beach run about 3% 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 10 companies serving Virginia Beach, rated 4.9★ on average across 6,774 customer reviews.
Virginia Beach Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Virginia Beach's weather means for scheduling plumbing.
- Last spring frost
- March 27
- First fall frost
- November 16
- Annual precipitation
- 44.31"
- Heating degree days
- 3,397
- Cooling degree days
- 1,546
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.8° | 49.8° | 3.33" |
| Feb | 33.5° | 52.4° | 3.06" |
| Mar | 39.3° | 59.2° | 3.7" |
| Apr | 47.4° | 68.1° | 3.07" |
| May | 56.2° | 75.6° | 3.34" |
| Jun | 65.6° | 83.5° | 4.14" |
| Jul | 70.5° | 87.6° | 4.97" |
| Aug | 69.2° | 85.6° | 5.16" |
| Sep | 63.5° | 80° | 4.09" |
| Oct | 52.4° | 70.9° | 3.45" |
| Nov | 42.9° | 62.5° | 2.9" |
| Dec | 35.1° | 53.5° | 3.1" |
NOAA station data 2.58 miles from Virginia Beach.
Permits & Regulations in VA
Permit typically required
- Plumbing is a tradesman trade regulated by the Virginia DPOR Board for Contractors, licensing the individual plumber as well as the business
- Contracts of $1,000 or more require a DPOR contractor license, classed A, B or C by experience and size of work
- Since April 2025 a Residential Plumbing license offers a lower-experience pathway limited to residential structures
License required: Virginia DPOR plumbing tradesman license plus contractor license (contracts $1,000+)
Sources: www.dpor.virginia.gov, www.dpor.virginia.gov
Plumbing FAQs for Virginia Beach
How much does a plumber cost in Virginia Beach?
Drain clearing in Virginia Beach typically runs $146-$340 per job.
Do I need a licensed plumber in Virginia Beach, VA?
In VA, Plumbing is a tradesman trade regulated by the Virginia DPOR Board for Contractors, licensing the individual plumber as well as the business. Confirm the scope with the Virginia Beach building department before work starts.
How many plumbers serve Virginia Beach?
We track 10 plumbing professionals serving Virginia Beach.
Do pipes freeze in Virginia Beach?
Winter lows in Virginia Beach average around 32F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.
Is plumbing work in Virginia Beach more expensive than the national average?
Plumbing in Virginia Beach runs about -3% versus the national average.
Does Virginia Beach rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?
At 44.31 inches a year, Virginia Beach yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.
How much do Virginia Beach water heaters have to work?
With 3,397 heating degree days, incoming water in Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach?
Before the first frost around November 16 in Virginia Beach — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.
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