North South Carolina Plumbing
Who is a local plumber in Durham, NC?
North South Carolina Plumbing serves Durham and nearby parts of Durham 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.
Need a plumber in Durham, NC? We cover repairs, water heaters, drains and leaks across Durham and nearby Triangle towns.
Durham mixes historic neighborhoods with new apartment and townhome growth, which means very different plumbing under one city name.
Durham plumbing at a glance
| Service area | Durham, NC and nearby parts of Durham County |
|---|---|
| ZIP codes | 27701, 27702, 27703, 27704, 27705, 27706, 27707, 27708, 27709, 27710, 27711, 27712, 27713, 27715, 27717, 27722 |
| 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 Durham, Trinity Park, Ninth Street, American Tobacco Campus, Duke University, Duke Forest, Brightleaf |
Plumbing problems we see in Durham
Historic homes in Trinity Park and Old North Durham
Cast iron drains, original supply lines and lead solder in very old work can show up. We inspect before quoting.
Rental and student housing wear
Heavy turnover leads to disposal, toilet and fixture failures that landlords want fixed quickly.
Clay soils and shifting lines
Clay swells and shrinks with weather and can stress buried lines over time.
Areas and landmarks in Durham
We work around Downtown Durham, Trinity Park, Ninth Street, American Tobacco Campus, Duke University, Duke Forest and Brightleaf in Durham.
Plumbing services in Durham
What plumbing costs in Durham
| 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 Durham?
Call for a straight price before any work starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost in Durham, 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.
Is there a 24 hour plumber in Durham?
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 Durham?
Many jobs such as water heater replacement, repiping and gas work need a permit. Rules come from the local building department in Durham County, and we handle permits as part of the work.
Do you serve all of Durham County?
We serve the areas and ZIP codes listed on this page. If your address is nearby, call and we will confirm.