Local Pros / South Carolina / Charleston
Plumbers in Charleston, SC
16 local plumbers serving Charleston and the surrounding area. Charleston is a smaller city where most pros also serve nearby towns. See typical South Carolina costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~132,609
Pros within 35 mi
16
Nearest listed
0 mi
Typical water heater replacement cost in South Carolina: hiring runs $1,100–$3,100, DIY about $500–$1,600. Calibrate it to Charleston before you call.
Plumbers near Charleston
Holy City Heating & Air
Plumber · Charleston, South Carolina · 0 mi
Home Services
Plumber · Charleston, South Carolina · 4 mi
Blue Collars | Charleston Plumbing and HVAC
Plumber · Charleston, South Carolina · 6 mi
ClimateMakers Heating ● AC ● Plumbing
Plumber · North Charleston, South Carolina · 10 mi
1st Choice A/C
Plumber · Charleston, South Carolina · 14 mi
Fix-it 24/7 Air Conditioning
Plumber · Charleston, South Carolina · 14 mi
Dorchester Plumbing LLC
Plumber · Summerville, South Carolina · 22 mi
Aaa Plumbing
Plumber · Ridgeville, South Carolina · 31 mi
Permits & rules in South Carolina
Permit rules for water heater replacement vary by city and county in South Carolina. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the South Carolina guide for specifics. Varies by municipality South Carolina water heater replacement costs are calibrated from the national average using South Carolina's regional price parity (0.91) and local labor index (0.89).
See South Carolina permit details →Plumbers in Charleston: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a plumber in Charleston, South Carolina?
In South Carolina, water heater replacement typically runs $1,100 to $3,100 when you hire a pro, and about $500 to $1,600 if you do it yourself. Charleston prices track the South Carolina range, with larger metros toward the high end. Size it to your own home with our free calculator.
Do I need a permit for water heater replacement in South Carolina?
Permit rules for water heater replacement vary by city and county in South Carolina. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the South Carolina guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Charleston or South Carolina building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a plumber in Charleston?
Water heater replacement is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $500 to $1,600 and $1,100 to $3,100, but plumbers bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Charleston is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many plumbers serve Charleston?
We currently list 16 plumbers within about 35 miles of Charleston, the nearest about 0 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.