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Denver Plumbing Cost Guide 2026

Visual price reference for common plumbing services in Denver, CO. All prices reflect Apex Plumbing standard rates — confirmed before work begins, no hidden fees.

$89
Starting price for drain cleaning
$149
Average service call (daytime)
$800
Avg water heater replacement
60
Min emergency response time
$0
Overtime surcharge (Apex)
🚫Drain Cleaning Prices
Bathroom Sink Drain
$89
$89
Kitchen Sink Drain
$99
$89–$129
Tub / Shower Drain
$99
$89–$129
Toilet Drain Clearing
$149
$149
Floor Drain
$99
$99–$149
Hydro-Jetting
$199–$350
$199–$350
Main Line Clearing
$250–$450
$250–$450

Prices for standard Denver residential service. Large homes or heavily blocked lines may vary.

💥Water Heater Prices
Tank Flush & Tune-Up
$99
$99
Thermocouple Replacement
$150–$200
$150–$200
Heating Element (Electric)
$200–$350
$200–$350
40-Gallon Tank Replace
$800–$1,200
$800–$1,200
50-Gallon Tank Replace
$950–$1,500
$950–$1,500
Tankless Install
$1,500–$3,500
$1,500–$3,500

Includes parts, labor, and Denver permits. Tankless price includes gas line work if needed.

Emergency Plumbing Prices
Emergency Service Call
$150–$250
$150–$250
Frozen / Burst Pipe Repair
$400–$1,500
$400–$1,500
Sewage Backup Clearing
$300–$900
$300–$900
Toilet Overflow Stop
$150–$450
$150–$450
Main Line Emergency
$350–$800
$350–$800

Apex Plumbing does NOT charge overtime for nights, weekends, or holidays. Prices same 24/7.

🔧Other Common Services
Pipe Section Repair
$200–$500
$200–$500
Sewer Camera Inspection
$150–$300
$150–$300
Sewer Line Repair
$1,500–$5,000
$1,500–$5,000
Full Sewer Line Replace
$5,000–$15,000
$5,000–$15,000
Whole-House Repipe
$8,000–$20,000
$8,000–$20,000
💡5 Ways to Save on Denver Plumbing Costs

1No Overtime Plumber

Choosing a plumber with no overtime surcharge saves $200–$500 on a single emergency call.

2Annual Maintenance

A $99 drain cleaning or water heater flush prevents $500–$2,000 emergency repairs.

3Know Your Shutoff

Stopping water flow immediately limits damage. Every extra minute of flooding adds to restoration costs.

4Get Written Quotes

Always get a written price before work starts. Reputable Denver plumbers quote upfront with no surprises.

5Check Insurance

Homeowner insurance often covers sudden pipe bursts. Document with photos before cleanup begins.

📊Apex Plumbing vs. Denver Market Averages
FactorApex PlumbingDenver Market Average
After-hours surchargeNone — same rate 24/7+50–150% overtime
Drain cleaning (standard)$89$100–$175
Emergency response time60 minutes avg90–180 minutes
Upfront written quoteAlways, before work startsVaries
License verificationCO License #MP-2847Verify separately
Permit handlingIncluded in quoteOften extra
24/7 live answerYesOften voicemail/answering service

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