Plumbing Contractors Across Calgary
Get matched with local plumbers for leaks, blocked drains and sewer lines, water heaters, Poly-B repiping, gas lines, basement bathroom rough-ins and backwater valves, and know what the job should cost before the first quote arrives.
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Plumbing Services Across Calgary
What each job involves in Calgary and the price range it usually lands in
Plumbing Repairs & Leaks
Leaking pipes and fittings, failed shut-off valves, frozen and burst pipes and running toilets in Calgary homes, with what an hour of a plumber's time costs.
- Leak tracing from the stain back to the source
- Dripping fittings, valves and shut-offs
- Frozen and burst pipe repairs
Drain Cleaning & Camera Inspection
Slow and blocked drains, snaking versus hydro-jetting, and camera inspections that show what is really in the line before anyone digs.
- Sink, tub, shower and toilet drain clearing
- Main line and floor drain snaking
- Hydro-jetting for grease and roots
Sewer Line Repair & Replacement
Sewer backups, tree roots and cracked service lines in Calgary, which part of the line is yours, and spot repair versus trenchless versus dig-and-replace.
- Camera inspection before any quote
- Root and blockage diagnosis
- Spot repairs on broken sections
Water Heaters
Tank and tankless water heater replacement in Calgary: sizing, gas versus electric, venting, and when a swap needs a permit.
- Like-for-like tank replacement
- Tank-to-tankless conversions
- Gas line and venting changes
Repiping & Poly-B Replacement
Replacing Poly-B and other older supply piping with PEX or copper: what repiping involves, how long it takes and what it costs in a Calgary house.
- Whole-house supply repiping
- Poly-B identification and advice
- PEX or copper replacement
Gas Lines & Fitting
Gas lines for ranges, dryers, barbecues, fireplaces and garage heaters, and why gas work in Calgary needs a certified gasfitter and a gas permit.
- Range, cooktop and dryer gas lines
- Barbecue and patio heater lines
- Gas fireplace connections
Fixtures & Basement Bathroom Rough-Ins
Toilets, faucets, sinks and showers, plus the rough-in plumbing for a new basement bathroom or laundry move in a Calgary home.
- Toilet, faucet and sink replacement
- Shower and tub valve installation
- Basement bathroom rough-in
Backwater Valves & Sump Pumps
Backwater valves and sump pumps to protect a Calgary basement from sewer backup and groundwater, with the permit and maintenance each needs.
- Backwater valve installation
- Backwater valve cleaning and checks
- Sump pit and pump installation
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Typical Calgary figures for 2025-2026, with a checker for the number on your quote and what it should include. Reviewed 2026-09-27.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost in Calgary?
Most plumbing repairs in Calgary are billed by the hour plus parts. Daytime rates commonly run about $85 to $150 an hour and after-hours or emergency rates $150 to $250 an hour, often with a call-out or service fee of $50 to $150. Ask for the hourly rate, the call-out fee and how time is rounded before the visit, or get a fixed written price for a defined job.
How much does a new water heater cost in Calgary?
A standard 50-gallon gas tank, supplied and installed, usually costs about $1,500 to $3,500. A tankless gas heater installed is commonly $2,200 to $5,000, plus $400 to $1,500 if the gas line has to be upgraded. Venting changes and removal of the old tank are the items to check are included.
Do I need a permit to replace my water heater in Calgary?
Not for a straight like-for-like swap. The City of Calgary says a permit is needed when the gas line upstream of the heater's shut-off valve changes, when the venting changes, or when the type of heater changes, for example from a natural draft tank to a direct vent model. Rules differ in nearby towns: Cochrane and Airdrie both list water heater installation as permit work.
Does a plumber need to be certified in Alberta?
Yes. Plumber and Gasfitter (Class A and Class B) are compulsory certification trades in Alberta under the Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Education Act. Anyone doing that work for pay must be a certified journeyperson or a registered apprentice working under one. Ask to see the certificate, and for gas work ask specifically for the gasfitter certificate.