Florida · 7 covered places · 27 ZIP codes
Plumbers in Marion County, FL
We cover 7 cities and towns in Marion County, Florida, across 27 ZIP codes, including Ocala, Dunnellon, Belleview. About 342,000 people live in those ZIP codes. Most homes date from 1980 to 1999, old enough that original water heaters, valves and drains are wearing out.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 1% |
| 1940–1959 | 4% |
| 1960–1979 | 21% |
| 1980–1999 | 41% |
| 2000 or later | 33% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
| Place | Residents in covered ZIPs | Built before 1960 |
|---|---|---|
| Ocala | 253,459 | 5% |
| Dunnellon | 40,779 | 2% |
| Belleview | 19,167 | 8% |
| Silver Springs | 11,525 | 3% |
| Ocklawaha | 9,051 | 13% |
| Fort Mc Coy | 7,400 | 10% |
| Mc Intosh | 408 | 18% |
What goes wrong in Marion County homes
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
41% 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
89% 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.
Hard water
Florida water is generally hard. With 89% of homes here on electric heat, scale on electric water heater elements is a frequent failure. See water softener installation.
Common plumbing work in Marion County
City pages in Marion County
Other covered towns in Marion County
- Belleview (2 ZIPs)
- Dunnellon (5 ZIPs)
- Fort Mc Coy (1 ZIP)
- Mc Intosh (1 ZIP)
- Ocklawaha (2 ZIPs)
- Silver Springs (2 ZIPs)
Marion County plumbing FAQ
Which towns in Marion County do you cover?
7 places: Belleview, Dunnellon, Fort Mc Coy, Mc Intosh, Ocala, Ocklawaha, Silver Springs. Enter your ZIP code to confirm coverage for your street.
How old are homes in Marion County?
Across the covered ZIP codes, Census estimates put 6% of homes as built before 1960, 21% from 1960 to 1979, 41% from 1980 to 1999 and 33% in 2000 or later.
Who licenses plumbers in Marion County, 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.
Housing and heating figures are US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates for the ZIP code areas we cover in Marion County, combined across places and weighted by housing units. Some ZIP codes extend into neighboring counties.
Need a plumber in Marion County?
Same-day service when a plumber is available. One call connects you with a licensed plumber who serves your ZIP.