Yuma County · Yuma, AZ
Plumbers in Yuma, AZ
Yuma is in Yuma County, Arizona. About 125,000 people live in the 2 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 58,000 homes, 51% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built in 2000 or later (34%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 2 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in Yuma
85364, 85365
Yuma homes and their plumbing
Here is how Yuma's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 2%, 1940–1959 10%, 1960–1979 22%, 1980–1999 33%, 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 Buckeye are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 2% |
| 1940–1959 | 10% |
| 1960–1979 | 22% |
| 1980–1999 | 33% |
| 2000 or later | 34% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 125,274
- Housing units
- 58,220
- Single-family detached
- 51%
- Owner-occupied
- 67%
- Heated with utility gas
- 23%
- Heated with electricity
- 69%
What goes wrong in Yuma homes
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
33% 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
69% 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 69% of homes here on electric heat, scale on electric water heater elements is a frequent failure. See water softener installation.
Common calls in Yuma
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Water Softener Installation
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in Yuma: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
Yuma at a glance
- County
- Yuma County
- Nearest city pages
- Buckeye
- ZIP codes
- 85364, 85365
Yuma plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in Yuma?
In the ZIP codes we cover around Yuma, Census estimates put 12% of homes as built before 1960, 22% from 1960 to 1979, 33% from 1980 to 1999 and 34% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 2000 or later (34%).
Who licenses plumbers in Yuma, AZ?
The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) licenses plumbing contractors; its website shows license class, status and complaint history.
Are water heaters in Yuma usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 23% of homes heating with utility gas, 69% 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 Yuma 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 Yuma, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
Need a plumber in Yuma?
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