North South Carolina Plumbing
Who is a local plumber in Cary, NC?
North South Carolina Plumbing serves Cary and nearby parts of Wake County with emergency plumbing, water heaters, drains, leaks, sewer lines and repiping. Call (980) 352 5155 for an arrival window and a written price before work starts.
Searching for a plumber in Cary, NC? Tell us what is going on and we will give you a price range and an arrival window before anyone drives out.
Cary is mostly planned neighborhoods built over a few decades, so the age of your plumbing tracks the age of your subdivision.
Plumbers in Cary, NC for repairs and installs
Cary is mostly planned neighborhoods built over several decades, so what a plumber finds depends on your subdivision. Homes from the 1980s and early 1990s may carry polybutylene supply pipe, and many homes put the water heater in a garage or attic. We handle repairs, water heater replacement, drains, leaks and fixture installs.
Water heaters and repipes in Cary
Water heater replacement is one of the most common calls in Cary. Access in a garage or attic and venting requirements drive the price. If your home is in an older subdivision, ask about checking the supply lines at the same visit.
Cary plumbing at a glance
| Service area | Cary, NC and nearby parts of Wake County |
|---|---|
| ZIP codes | 27511, 27512, 27513, 27518, 27519 |
| Phone | (980) 352 5155 |
| Hours | Phone lines open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week |
| Licensing | Verify online with the NC state board or in person on request |
| Typical rates | $85 to $150 an hour daytime, $150 to $290 after hours, service call $70 to $145 |
| Landmarks | Downtown Cary, Fenton, Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Umstead State Park, Regency Park |
Plumbing problems we see in Cary
Mid era homes and polybutylene
Homes from the 1980s and early 1990s may carry polybutylene, so we check during any repair.
Water heaters in garages and attics
Access and venting drive the cost of replacements. We scope it before quoting.
Slab leaks in clay soil
Shifting clay can stress lines under slabs. We find the leak without tearing up the whole floor.
Areas and landmarks in Cary
We work around Downtown Cary, Fenton, Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Umstead State Park and Regency Park in Cary.
Plumbing services in Cary
What plumbing costs in Cary
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Service call or trip fee | $70 to $145 |
| Hourly rate, daytime | $85 to $150 |
| Hourly rate, after hours emergency | $150 to $290 |
| Drain cleaning (snaking) | $125 to $325 |
| Toilet repair or rebuild | $120 to $375 |
| Leak repair, simple to burst pipe | $400 to $1,800 |
Ranges are typical figures from published 2026 local pricing guides, rounded. Your written quote is what counts, and it depends on access, materials, permits and timing.
Plumbing trouble in Cary?
Call for a straight price before any work starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost in Cary, NC?
Published 2026 local ranges are about $85 to $150 an hour in normal hours and $150 to $290 an hour after hours, plus a service call fee of roughly $70 to $145. See the pricing page for common jobs.
Do you serve Apex, Morrisville and Holly Springs?
We serve Cary and nearby Wake County towns. Call with your ZIP code and we will confirm.
Is there a 24 hour plumber in Cary?
Ask about hours and the after hours rate when you call. Our hours: Phone lines open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For burst pipes and sewer backups, call and ask for the arrival window. Our dispatch promise is: we confirm an arrival window by phone before anyone is dispatched.
Do I need a permit for plumbing work in Cary?
Many jobs such as water heater replacement, repiping and gas work need a permit. Rules come from the local building department in Wake County, and we handle permits as part of the work.
Do you serve all of Wake County?
We serve the areas and ZIP codes listed on this page. If your address is nearby, call and we will confirm.