Lee County · North Fort Myers, FL
Plumbers in North Fort Myers, FL
North Fort Myers is in Lee County, Florida. About 55,000 people live in the 3 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 34,000 homes, 38% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1980 and 1999 (44%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
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- 3 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in North Fort Myers
33903, 33917, 33918
North Fort Myers homes and their plumbing
Here is how North Fort Myers's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 1%, 1940–1959 4%, 1960–1979 31%, 1980–1999 44%, 2000 or later 20%. 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 Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 1% |
| 1940–1959 | 4% |
| 1960–1979 | 31% |
| 1980–1999 | 44% |
| 2000 or later | 20% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 55,101
- Housing units
- 34,189
- Single-family detached
- 38%
- Owner-occupied
- 83%
- Heated with utility gas
- 1%
- Heated with electricity
- 95%
What goes wrong in North Fort Myers homes
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
44% 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
95% 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
31% 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 38% 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 North Fort Myers
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement in North Fort Myers, FL
- Water Heater Replacement
- Sewer Camera Inspection
- Drain Cleaning
- Water Softener Installation
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in North Fort Myers: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
North Fort Myers at a glance
- County
- Lee County
- Nearest city pages
- Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, Punta Gorda
- ZIP codes
- 33903, 33917, 33918
North Fort Myers plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in North Fort Myers?
In the ZIP codes we cover around North Fort Myers, Census estimates put 5% of homes as built before 1960, 31% from 1960 to 1979, 44% from 1980 to 1999 and 20% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1980–1999 (44%).
Who licenses plumbers in North Fort Myers, 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 North Fort Myers usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 1% of homes heating with utility gas, 95% 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 North Fort Myers homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Alva (14 mi), Bokeelia (18 mi), Pineland (19 mi), Saint James City (20 mi), Estero (21 mi), Fort Myers Beach (21 mi), Sanibel (24 mi), Captiva (25 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 North Fort Myers, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
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