Palm Beach County · West Palm Beach, FL
Plumbers in West Palm Beach, FL
West Palm Beach is in Palm Beach County, Florida. About 388,000 people live in the 17 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 173,000 homes, 42% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1980 and 1999 (34%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 17 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in West Palm Beach
33401, 33402, 33403, 33404, 33405, 33406, 33407, 33409, 33411, 33412, 33413, 33415, 33416, 33417, 33419, 33420, 33422
West Palm Beach homes and their plumbing
Here is how West Palm Beach's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 3%, 1940–1959 9%, 1960–1979 27%, 1980–1999 34%, 2000 or later 26%. 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 Lake Worth are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 3% |
| 1940–1959 | 9% |
| 1960–1979 | 27% |
| 1980–1999 | 34% |
| 2000 or later | 26% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 388,455
- Housing units
- 172,500
- Single-family detached
- 42%
- Owner-occupied
- 59%
- Heated with utility gas
- 3%
- Heated with electricity
- 92%
What goes wrong in West Palm Beach homes
Mostly electric homes
92% 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
34% 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.
Hard water
Florida water is generally hard. With 92% of homes here on electric heat, scale on electric water heater elements is a frequent failure. See water softener installation.
Apartments, condos and attached homes
Only 42% 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 West Palm Beach
- Water Heater Replacement
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Water Softener Installation
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in West Palm Beach: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
West Palm Beach at a glance
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Nearest city pages
- Lake Worth
- ZIP codes
- 33401, 33402, 33403, 33404, 33405, 33406, 33407, 33409, 33411, 33412, 33413, 33415, 33416, 33417, 33419, 33420, 33422
West Palm Beach plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in West Palm Beach?
In the ZIP codes we cover around West Palm Beach, Census estimates put 13% of homes as built before 1960, 27% from 1960 to 1979, 34% from 1980 to 1999 and 26% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1980–1999 (34%).
Who licenses plumbers in West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 3% of homes heating with utility gas, 92% 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 West Palm Beach homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Riviera Beach (4 mi), Royal Palm Beach (6 mi), North Palm Beach (7 mi), Palm Beach Gardens (7 mi), Palm Beach (7 mi), Cabana Colony (8 mi), Greenacres (8 mi), Wellington (11 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 West Palm Beach, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
Need a plumber in West Palm Beach?
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