How much does it cost to hire a plumber per hour?

Plumbers typically charge $45–$200 per hour depending on your location and the complexity of the work. Emergency calls and after-hours service cost more.

What factors affect plumbing repair costs?

Key factors include labor rates in your area, accessibility of pipes, severity of the issue, materials needed, and whether work is required in walls or under the slab.

Is a permit required for plumbing work?

Major plumbing work such as new lines, water heater replacement, or sewer repairs typically require a permit. Always ask your plumber about permit requirements before work begins.

Plumbing Costs in Newport, RI

Verified cost ranges for plumbing in Newport

Verified by 3 sourcesUpdated April 11, 2026

Plumbing Costs in Newport

Cost ranges verified from official sources

Water Heater Installation

Newport, RI

3 sources

Low

$463

Average

$1,375

High

$3,277

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixrHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Water Heater Repair

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$51

Average

$797

High

$2,035

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Toilet Repair

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$51

Average

$1,473

High

$3,969

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Toilet Installation

Newport, RI

3 sources

Low

$192

Average

$985

High

$2,431

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixrHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Garbage Disposal Installation

Newport, RI

3 sources

Low

$136

Average

$550

High

$1,244

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixrHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Water Line Repair

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$153

Average

$1,545

High

$4,071

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Gas Line Repair

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$102

Average

$921

High

$2,341

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Bathroom Plumbing Rough-In

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$51

Average

$5,753

High

$16,196

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Kitchen Plumbing Rough-In

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$71

Average

$3,653

High

$10,177

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Water Softener Installation

Newport, RI

3 sources

Low

$429

Average

$1,622

High

$4,016

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixrHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Tankless Water Heater Installation

Newport, RI

3 sources

Low

$905

Average

$2,136

High

$5,008

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixrHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Bathtub Installation

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$664

Average

$853

High

$1,583

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Water Main Repair

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$153

Average

$1,545

High

$4,071

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Outdoor Spigot Installation

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$51

Average

$440

High

$1,018

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Dishwasher Installation

Newport, RI

3 sources

Low

$329

Average

$1,108

High

$2,649

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixrHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Bathroom Sink Installation

Newport, RI

3 sources

Low

$115

Average

$704

High

$1,708

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixrHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Kitchen Sink Installation

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$92

Average

$1,523

High

$4,071

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Pipe Repair

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$153

Average

$1,901

High

$5,089

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Sump Pump Installation

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$51

Average

$1,509

High

$4,071

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

French Drain Installation

Newport, RI

2 sources

Low

$51

Average

$6,496

High

$18,319

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Sources:Bureau of Labor Statistics Homewyse Fixr

How Newport Compares

vs. National Average+6%

*Based on aggregated cost data from multiple sources

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