Pinellas County · Clearwater, FL
Plumbers in Clearwater, FL
Clearwater is in Pinellas County, Florida. About 185,000 people live in the 13 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 92,000 homes, 41% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1960 and 1979 (42%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 13 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in Clearwater
33755, 33756, 33757, 33758, 33759, 33760, 33761, 33762, 33763, 33764, 33765, 33766, 33769
Clearwater homes and their plumbing
Here is how Clearwater's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 1%, 1940–1959 14%, 1960–1979 42%, 1980–1999 30%, 2000 or later 12%. 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 Largo are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 1% |
| 1940–1959 | 14% |
| 1960–1979 | 42% |
| 1980–1999 | 30% |
| 2000 or later | 12% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 184,563
- Housing units
- 91,596
- Single-family detached
- 41%
- Owner-occupied
- 63%
- Heated with utility gas
- 3%
- Heated with electricity
- 94%
What goes wrong in Clearwater homes
1960s and 70s homes reaching end of life
42% of the housing here dates from 1960 to 1979. Original copper supply lines in those homes are now 45 to 65 years old, and cast iron drains of that age scale up inside and crack. Seized shutoff valves, pinhole leaks and recurring main-line clogs are common calls. A camera inspection shows the condition of the sewer line before anyone digs.
Mostly electric homes
94% 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.
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
30% 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.
Apartments, condos and attached homes
Only 41% of homes here are single-family detached houses. In attached buildings a leak or clog often involves a shared stack or a neighbor's unit, so it's worth knowing which lines are yours and which belong to the building or HOA, and where your unit's own shutoff is.
Common calls in Clearwater
- Sewer Camera Inspection
- Water Heater Replacement
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Drain Cleaning
- Water Softener Installation
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in Clearwater: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
Clearwater at a glance
- County
- Pinellas County
- Nearest city pages
- Largo
- ZIP codes
- 33755, 33756, 33757, 33758, 33759, 33760, 33761, 33762, 33763, 33764, 33765, 33766, 33769
Clearwater plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in Clearwater?
In the ZIP codes we cover around Clearwater, Census estimates put 16% of homes as built before 1960, 42% from 1960 to 1979, 30% from 1980 to 1999 and 12% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1960–1979 (42%).
Who licenses plumbers in Clearwater, FL?
Florida's Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) licenses plumbing contractors through the Construction Industry Licensing Board; check any license on the DBPR site.
Are water heaters in Clearwater usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 3% of homes heating with utility gas, 94% 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 Clearwater homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Clearwater Beach (0 mi), Safety Harbor (4 mi), Dunedin (4 mi), Belleair Beach (6 mi), Palm Harbor (7 mi), Ozona (7 mi), Crystal Beach (7 mi), Indian Rocks Beach (8 mi).
Housing, heating and population figures are US Census Bureau American Community Survey 2023 5-year estimates for the ZIP code areas we cover in Clearwater, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
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