Sacramento plumbing cost guide
Typical price ranges for all 41 services in one table. Sort by price or filter by type, then call for a real quote on your job.
Most single repairs land between about $150 and $800. Sewer, slab leak, repipe and ADU work run into the thousands. Every price is confirmed on site before work starts, and trip charges are told to you on the phone.
| Service | Type | Typical range | Biggest price factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Plumber | Leaks & repairs | $189 to $465 | Time of the call: Night, weekend and holiday visits carry a higher trip charge, quoted on the phone. |
| Leak Detection | Leaks & repairs | $245 to $495 | Number of systems: Hot, cold, irrigation and service lines each take time to isolate. |
| Slab Leak Repair | Leaks & repairs | $1,385 to $3,940 | Repair method: A spot repair through the slab usually costs less than a reroute. |
| Burst Pipe Repair | Leaks & repairs | $295 to $780 | Location: Pipes in open crawlspaces are quicker than pipes in finished walls. |
| Pipe Repair | Leaks & repairs | $215 to $640 | Material: Copper, PEX, galvanized and cast iron each need different fittings and time. |
| Faucet Repair | Leaks & repairs | $145 to $365 | Repair or replace: Cartridges and washers cost less than a new faucet. |
| Toilet Repair | Leaks & repairs | $135 to $520 | Tank parts or reset: Flappers and fill valves are quick; a reset with a new wax ring takes longer. |
| Garbage Disposal Repair | Leaks & repairs | $155 to $485 | Jam or failure: Clearing a jam costs far less than a replacement. |
| Shower Valve Repair | Leaks & repairs | $185 to $890 | Cartridge available: An in-stock cartridge makes a short repair. |
| Drain Cleaning | Drains & sewer | $165 to $395 | Fixture or main: Single-fixture clogs cost less than main line clearing. |
| Hydro Jetting | Drains & sewer | $385 to $865 | Line length: Longer lines take more time. |
| Sewer Camera Inspection | Drains & sewer | $229 to $415 | Access: A cleanout is quicker than entering through a toilet. |
| Sewer Line Repair | Drains & sewer | $1,875 to $5,460 | Depth: Deeper pipe means more digging and shoring. |
| Trenchless Sewer Replacement | Drains & sewer | $4,850 to $11,700 | Method: Lining and bursting have different material and equipment costs. |
| Tree Root Removal | Drains & sewer | $245 to $595 | Root mass: Heavy roots take more passes and time. |
| Sewer Cleanout Installation | Drains & sewer | $895 to $2,140 | Depth: Deeper lines mean more digging. |
| Yard Drain Installation | Drains & sewer | $1,240 to $4,780 | Length of drain: Longer runs mean more trenching and pipe. |
| Grease Trap Service | Drains & sewer | $295 to $1,240 | Trap size: Under-sink traps versus in-ground interceptors. |
| Sewer Ejector Pump | Drains & sewer | $1,385 to $4,260 | Repair or replace: Pump replacements cost less than new systems. |
| Septic Line Repair | Drains & sewer | $345 to $3,890 | Access: A cleanout makes clearing faster. |
| Water Heater Repair | Water heaters | $175 to $545 | Gas or electric: Different parts and testing. |
| Water Heater Replacement | Water heaters | $1,685 to $3,245 | Size and fuel: Larger and high-efficiency units cost more. |
| Tankless Water Heater Installation | Water heaters | $3,640 to $6,980 | Gas line: Upsizing from the meter is the biggest variable. |
| Tankless Water Heater Service | Water heaters | $195 to $485 | Flush only or repair: A descaling flush costs less than part replacement. |
| Heat Pump Water Heater Installation | Water heaters | $3,890 to $6,450 | Electrical: A new 240 volt circuit may be needed. |
| Whole-House Repiping | Pipes, water & gas | $5,980 to $14,600 | House size: Bathrooms, fixtures and stories. |
| Water Line Replacement | Pipes, water & gas | $2,140 to $5,890 | Length: Distance from meter to house. |
| Shutoff Valve Replacement | Pipes, water & gas | $165 to $595 | Number of valves: Whole-house stop replacements are priced per valve. |
| Pressure Regulator Installation | Pipes, water & gas | $395 to $785 | Valve size: Matched to your main line. |
| Water Softener Installation | Pipes, water & gas | $1,690 to $3,850 | System type: Softener or salt-free conditioner. |
| Water Filtration Systems | Pipes, water & gas | $585 to $2,960 | Whole-house or one tap: Point-of-use systems cost less. |
| Backflow Testing | Pipes, water & gas | $95 to $265 | Device size: Larger assemblies take longer. |
| Gas Line Services | Pipes, water & gas | $285 to $1,940 | Length of run: Longer lines take more pipe and time. |
| Hot Water Recirculation Pump | Pipes, water & gas | $595 to $1,780 | System type: Under-sink comfort systems cost less than return lines. |
| Kitchen Plumbing | Fixtures & projects | $185 to $760 | Scope: One connection or a full sink setup. |
| Bathroom Remodel Plumbing | Fixtures & projects | $2,850 to $8,700 | Layout changes: Moving drains costs more than keeping them. |
| Laundry Plumbing | Fixtures & projects | $165 to $890 | Box and valves: Recessed box upgrades take longer than valve swaps. |
| Outdoor Faucet Repair | Fixtures & projects | $145 to $485 | Repair or replace: Stems and washers cost less than a new bib. |
| Commercial Plumbing | Fixtures & projects | $235 to $1,260 | Timing: After-hours work to avoid closing. |
| Plumbing Inspection | Fixtures & projects | $265 to $595 | Home size: More fixtures take longer. |
| ADU Plumbing | Fixtures & projects | $8,900 to $26,400 | Sewer distance and depth: The biggest variable on most ADUs. |
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How pricing works
How John's Plumbing prices a job
Trip charge on the phone
Before anyone is dispatched you hear the trip charge, including any after-hours amount.
Price after diagnosis
The plumber finds the cause, then gives you the repair price, with options when there are options.
Nothing starts without a yes
Work begins only after you agree to the price. No surprise totals at the end.
Questions
Cost questions
Are these the prices I will pay?
They are typical ranges from common jobs in the Sacramento area. Your price is set after we see the job and is always confirmed before any work starts.
Why is there a trip charge?
The trip charge covers getting a stocked truck and a plumber to your home. It is told to you on the phone before we dispatch, and it is higher at night and on weekends.
Which jobs vary the most?
Sewer, slab leak, repipe and ADU work vary the most, because depth, distance, access and pipe material change from house to house.
Want a real number for your job?
Call and describe what you are seeing. We will tell you the likely fix, the usual range and the trip charge before anyone heads out.