Mohave County · Lake Havasu City, AZ
Plumbers in Lake Havasu City, AZ
Lake Havasu City is in Mohave County, Arizona. About 62,000 people live in the 4 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 38,000 homes, 76% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1980 and 1999 (48%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 4 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in Lake Havasu City
86403, 86404, 86405, 86406
Lake Havasu City homes and their plumbing
Here is how Lake Havasu City's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 0%, 1940–1959 1%, 1960–1979 17%, 1980–1999 48%, 2000 or later 34%. Most homes are old enough that original pipe, valves and water heaters are wearing out, but young enough that full repipes are a case-by-case call. Neighboring areas such as Bullhead City, Kingman are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 0% |
| 1940–1959 | 1% |
| 1960–1979 | 17% |
| 1980–1999 | 48% |
| 2000 or later | 34% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 61,852
- Housing units
- 37,953
- Single-family detached
- 76%
- Owner-occupied
- 74%
- Heated with utility gas
- 13%
- Heated with electricity
- 82%
What goes wrong in Lake Havasu City homes
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
48% of homes were built between 1980 and 1999. Polybutylene supply pipe was installed widely in US homes from about 1978 to 1995, so houses from these years are worth checking for gray plastic pipe stamped PB2110, usually visible at the water heater or under sinks. Insurers and buyers often ask about it. See polybutylene replacement.
Mostly electric homes
82% of occupied homes here heat with electricity, and electric tank water heaters are the norm. Failed elements and thermostats are repairable, but tanks that leak need replacement. Heat pump water heaters are an efficient replacement where there's space and airflow.
Very hard water
Arizona water is generally very hard. With 82% of homes here on electric heat, scale on electric water heater elements is a frequent failure. See water softener installation.
Common calls in Lake Havasu City
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement in Lake Havasu City, AZ
- Water Heater Replacement
- Water Softener Installation
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in Lake Havasu City: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
Lake Havasu City at a glance
- County
- Mohave County
- Nearest city pages
- Kingman
- ZIP codes
- 86403, 86404, 86405, 86406
Lake Havasu City plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in Lake Havasu City?
In the ZIP codes we cover around Lake Havasu City, Census estimates put 1% of homes as built before 1960, 17% from 1960 to 1979, 48% from 1980 to 1999 and 34% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1980–1999 (48%).
Who licenses plumbers in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) licenses plumbing contractors; its website shows license class, status and complaint history.
Are water heaters in Lake Havasu City usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 13% of homes heating with utility gas, 82% with electricity. Water heaters often use the same fuel as the home's heat, so electricity is the most common here, but check the label on your tank before you shop for a replacement.
Guides for Lake Havasu City homeowners
Housing, heating and population figures are US Census Bureau American Community Survey 2023 5-year estimates for the ZIP code areas we cover in Lake Havasu City, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
Need a plumber in Lake Havasu City?
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