Plumbing Cost Guides

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Plumbing Maintenance: Small Expense vs. Big Expense

Water Softener vs. No Softener

Small Expense:
Install softener: $800–$1,500
Benefits: Prolongs life of water heater, dishwasher, and faucets

Big Expense:
Frequent appliance replacements: $3,000–$7,000
Water heater lasts 5–7 years instead of 10–12

Savings: $2,000+ in appliance replacements

Replace Washer Hoses vs. Flooded Laundry Room

Small Expense:
Replace with braided hoses: $40–$80

Big Expense:
Flood damage: $3,000–$10,000

Savings: $4,920+

Pressure Regulator Valve (PRV) Monitoring vs. Pipe Bursts

Small Expense:
PRV install or monitoring: $250–$500

Big Expense:
High pressure causes pipe bursts: $2,000–$8,000 in water damage

Savings: $1,500–$7,500

Sump Pump Test vs.
Basement Flood

Small Expense:
Sump test + battery backup: $300–$700

Big Expense:
Flooded basement repair: $5,000–$25,000

Savings: $4,000–$20,000+

Hydrojetting Drains vs.
Clog Repair/Replacement

Small Expense:
Jetting every 5 years: $300–$500
Clears grease, roots, and buildup

Big Expense:
Sewer backup repair: $1,500–$3,000
Full pipe replacement: $4,000–$15,000

Savings: $3,500–$13,500

Toilet Rebuild Kit vs.
Water Damage & High Water Bills

Small Expense:
New flapper/flush kit: $20–$60
Fixes phantom flushing and slow leaks

Big Expense:
Water waste: $600+/year
Leaking toilet damage: $1,000–$3,000

Savings: $500–$2,000+

Augering Minor Toilet Blockage vs. Flange/Drain Repair

Small Expense:
Toilet auger service: $150–$250

Big Expense:
Cracked flange or drain repair: $1,500–$3,000

Savings: $1,250–$2,750

Caulking Fixtures vs.
Leak Behind Wall

Small Expense:
Tub/shower caulking: $10–$50

Big Expense:
Water behind wall causing rot and mold: $1,000–$5,000

Savings: $950–$4,950

Annual Plumbing Inspection vs. Water Damage Repairs

Small Expense:
Yearly check-up: $150–$300
Detects slow leaks, corrosion, and pressure issues

Big Expense:
Mold, drywall, flooring repair: $5,000–$10,000

Savings: $4,000–$9,000+

Faucet Aerators / Cartridges vs. Faucet Replacement

Small Expense:
Aerator: $5–$15
Cartridge: $15–$50

Big Expense:
Full faucet replacement: $200–$600

Savings: $150–$500+

Tankless Water Heater Flush vs. Total Unit Failure

Small Expense:
Annual flush: $150–$250

Big Expense:
Scale buildup leads to replacement in 5–6 years
New unit cost: $2,500–$4,500

Savings: $2,000+

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