Florida · 13 covered places · 135 ZIP codes
Plumbers in Miami-Dade County, FL
We cover 13 cities and towns in Miami-Dade County, Florida, across 135 ZIP codes, including Miami, Hialeah, Homestead. About 2,685,000 people live in those ZIP codes. Most homes date from 1960 to 1979, old enough that original water heaters, valves and drains are wearing out.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 3% |
| 1940–1959 | 18% |
| 1960–1979 | 30% |
| 1980–1999 | 27% |
| 2000 or later | 23% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
| Place | Residents in covered ZIPs | Built before 1960 |
|---|---|---|
| Miami | 1,849,309 | 23% |
| Hialeah | 351,492 | 16% |
| Homestead | 215,733 | 9% |
| Miami Beach | 105,205 | 28% |
| Opa Locka | 68,391 | 36% |
| North Miami Beach | 43,225 | 3% |
| Miami Gardens | 37,318 | 26% |
| Key Biscayne | 14,628 | 8% |
| Miami Lakes | – | – |
| Miami Springs | – | – |
What goes wrong in Miami-Dade County homes
Mostly electric homes
91% 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.
1960s and 70s homes reaching end of life
30% 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.
Apartments, condos and attached homes
Only 39% 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.
Hard water
Florida water is generally hard. With 91% of homes here on electric heat, scale on electric water heater elements is a frequent failure. See water softener installation.
Common plumbing work in Miami-Dade County
City pages in Miami-Dade County
Other covered towns in Miami-Dade County
- Coral Gables (3 ZIPs)
- Country Club (1 ZIP)
- Kendall (3 ZIPs)
- Key Biscayne (1 ZIP)
- Miami Gardens (1 ZIP)
- Miami Lakes (1 ZIP)
- Miami Springs (1 ZIP)
- North Miami Beach (1 ZIP)
- Opa Locka (2 ZIPs)
Miami-Dade County plumbing FAQ
Which towns in Miami-Dade County do you cover?
13 places: Coral Gables, Country Club, Hialeah, Homestead, Kendall, Key Biscayne, Miami, Miami Beach, Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes, Miami Springs, North Miami Beach, Opa Locka. Enter your ZIP code to confirm coverage for your street.
How old are homes in Miami-Dade County?
Across the covered ZIP codes, Census estimates put 21% of homes as built before 1960, 30% from 1960 to 1979, 27% from 1980 to 1999 and 23% in 2000 or later.
Who licenses plumbers in Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade County, combined across places and weighted by housing units. Some ZIP codes extend into neighboring counties.
Need a plumber in Miami-Dade County?
Same-day service when a plumber is available. One call connects you with a licensed plumber who serves your ZIP.