Plumbing in Edmonton
Plumbers cover everything from a dripping tap to the frozen line under a slab in February. Edmonton's older neighbourhoods still have plenty of galvanized supply and clay sewer lines, so a lot of local plumbing work is replacement rather than repair — and frozen pipes and sewer backups spike every winter and spring melt.
8 plumbers listed in Edmonton & area
Independently listed — no paid placementAlways Plumbing & Heating Ltd.
Edmonton
Edmonton plumbing and HVAC company founded in 1998 with nationally certified technicians for residential and commercial plumbing, heating and gas work.
Richfield Plumbing & Heating
Edmonton
Family-owned Edmonton plumbing company with over 46 years of experience in residential plumbing and heating.
Ritz Mechanical
Edmonton
Edmonton plumbing and mechanical company built on professional, upfront and reliable residential service.
The Gentlemen Pros Plumbing, Heating & Electrical
Edmonton
Edmonton-area plumbing, heating and electrical company serving the city and surrounding communities with background-checked technicians.
FreeFlow Mechanical Ltd.
Edmonton
Edmonton plumbing company with over 22 years of experience handling small residential services through full-scale commercial work.
Alfa Mechanical
Sherwood Park
Plumbing and heating company with 30+ years serving Edmonton, Sherwood Park and surrounding communities.
EZ Plumbing Inc.
Edmonton
Edmonton-area plumbing company providing residential and commercial plumbing services.
The Gentlemen Plumbers — St. Albert
St. Albert
Plumbing service with local branches in St. Albert and Sherwood Park serving the greater Edmonton area.
Common plumbers services in Edmonton
- Emergency plumbing and burst pipes
- Water heater replacement
- Drain cleaning and sewer line repair
- Frozen pipe thawing
- Fixture and faucet installation
- Repiping (galvanized and poly-B replacement)
- Backwater valve installation
Plumbing prices in Edmonton
Typical Edmonton-area ranges to help you sanity-check a quote. Every job is different — get three written quotes before committing.
| Job | Typical Edmonton range |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $90 – $180 |
| Hourly rate | $100 – $160 / hr |
| Tank water heater replacement | $1,600 – $3,000 |
| Tankless water heater | $4,000 – $7,500 |
| Drain cleaning / snaking | $200 – $500 |
| Sewer line replacement | $8,000 – $25,000 |
| Backwater valve installEdmonton has offered rebates through its flood-prevention program — check current eligibility. | $2,500 – $5,000 |
Ranges are market-typical estimates for the Edmonton area, compiled from published contractor pricing and homeowner-reported costs. They are a budgeting starting point, not a quote.
Permits & licensing
Plumbing permits are required in Edmonton for new fixtures, relocating drains, water heater replacement and sewer work, and must be pulled by a licensed contractor. Ask for the permit number — unpermitted plumbing is a common issue flagged at resale inspections.
Best time to book in Edmonton
Deep-winter cold snaps drive Edmonton's biggest plumbing call volume: frozen and burst lines in garages, crawl spaces and exterior walls. Spring melt brings sewer backups. If you have had water in the basement before, get the backwater valve done in summer when plumbers are not triaging emergencies.
What to ask an Edmonton plumber
- 1Confirm the after-hours rate before you call at 2am — emergency premiums can double the hourly.
- 2Ask whether the diagnostic fee is credited against the repair.
- 3For water heaters, confirm permit, venting and disposal of the old tank are included.
- 4Get a camera inspection before agreeing to any sewer line replacement.
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Plumbing in Edmonton: common questions
How much does a plumber cost in Edmonton?
Edmonton plumbers typically charge $100–$160 per hour, plus a $90–$180 service call fee that is often credited toward the repair. After-hours and emergency calls carry a premium, sometimes 1.5–2× the standard rate. Straightforward jobs like a faucet swap are frequently quoted flat-rate.
What does it cost to replace a hot water tank in Edmonton?
A standard 40–50 gallon gas tank replacement runs $1,600–$3,000 installed, including permit, venting and removal of the old unit. Switching to a tankless system costs $4,000–$7,500 because it usually needs new venting and a gas line upgrade.
How do I stop pipes freezing in an Edmonton winter?
Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses before the first hard freeze, keep the heat on at least 15°C in unoccupied areas, insulate lines in crawl spaces and garages, and open cabinet doors under sinks on exterior walls during a cold snap. If a tap slows to a trickle in −30°C, treat it as an early freeze and call before the line bursts.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Edmonton?
Yes — water heater replacement requires a plumbing permit and, for gas units, a gas permit, pulled by a licensed contractor. A quote that skips the permit to come in cheaper is a red flag, not a deal.
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