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Plumbers in Richmond, VA
16 local plumbers serving Richmond and the surrounding area. Richmond is a mid-size city with steady demand for home work. See typical Virginia costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~226,610
Pros within 35 mi
16
Nearest listed
3 mi
Typical water heater replacement cost in Virginia: hiring runs $1,200–$3,600, DIY about $600–$1,800. Calibrate it to Richmond before you call.
Plumbers near Richmond
Smith Co Plumbing LLC
Plumber · Richmond, Virginia · 3 mi
Midlothian Mechanical
Plumber · North Chesterfield, Virginia · 9 mi
Bradley Mechanical
Plumber · North Chesterfield, Virginia · 11 mi
Swift Creek Plumbing Company
Plumber · Chesterfield, Virginia · 13 mi
McDaniel Mechanical Inc
Plumber · Glen Allen, Virginia · 13 mi
Stemmle Plumbing Repair Inc.
Plumber · Midlothian, Virginia · 13 mi
RIVER BEND PROPERTY SERVICES
Plumber · Midlothian, Virginia · 13 mi
Winn's Plumbing Co.
Plumber · Colonial Heights, Virginia · 20 mi
Southern Plumbing of VA
Plumber · Oilville, Virginia · 20 mi
SoGood Plumbing - Heating & Air
Plumber · Powhatan, Virginia · 25 mi
GM Hobart
Plumber · Ruther Glen, Virginia · 27 mi
Permits & rules in Virginia
Permit rules for water heater replacement vary by city and county in Virginia. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Virginia guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Virginia water heater replacement costs are calibrated from the national average using Virginia's regional price parity (1.02) and local labor index (1.04).
See Virginia permit details →Plumbers in Richmond: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a plumber in Richmond, Virginia?
In Virginia, water heater replacement typically runs $1,200 to $3,600 when you hire a pro, and about $600 to $1,800 if you do it yourself. Richmond prices track the Virginia 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 Virginia?
Permit rules for water heater replacement vary by city and county in Virginia. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the Virginia guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the Richmond or Virginia building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a plumber in Richmond?
Water heater replacement is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $600 to $1,800 and $1,200 to $3,600, but plumbers bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in Richmond is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many plumbers serve Richmond?
We currently list 16 plumbers within about 35 miles of Richmond, the nearest about 3 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.