Georgia · 14 covered places · 28 ZIP codes
Plumbers in DeKalb County, GA
We cover 14 cities and towns in DeKalb County, Georgia, across 28 ZIP codes, including Decatur, Stone Mountain, Lithonia. About 482,000 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 | 2% |
| 1940–1959 | 11% |
| 1960–1979 | 31% |
| 1980–1999 | 33% |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur | 169,950 | 24% |
| Stone Mountain | 129,790 | 4% |
| Lithonia | 106,165 | 4% |
| Tucker | 38,715 | 5% |
| Clarkston | 26,386 | 10% |
| Avondale Estates | 5,507 | 31% |
| Scottdale | 4,850 | 18% |
| Pine Lake | 853 | 64% |
| Redan | – | – |
| Dunwoody | – | – |
What goes wrong in DeKalb County homes
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
33% 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.
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.
Natural gas in most homes
61% of occupied homes here heat with utility gas, so gas water heaters, ranges and dryers are common. That means gas line extensions for new appliances, flexible connector replacements and venting checks when a water heater is swapped. If you smell gas, leave first and call the gas utility from outside. See gas line repair.
Common plumbing work in DeKalb County
City pages in DeKalb County
Other covered towns in DeKalb County
- Avondale Estates (1 ZIP)
- Brookhaven (1 ZIP)
- Chamblee (2 ZIPs)
- Clarkston (1 ZIP)
- Decatur (8 ZIPs)
- Doraville (1 ZIP)
- Dunwoody (2 ZIPs)
- North Druid Hills (1 ZIP)
- Pine Lake (1 ZIP)
- Redan (1 ZIP)
- Scottdale (1 ZIP)
- Tucker (2 ZIPs)
DeKalb County plumbing FAQ
Which towns in DeKalb County do you cover?
14 places: Avondale Estates, Brookhaven, Chamblee, Clarkston, Decatur, Doraville, Dunwoody, Lithonia, North Druid Hills, Pine Lake, Redan, Scottdale, Stone Mountain, Tucker. Enter your ZIP code to confirm coverage for your street.
How old are homes in DeKalb County?
Across the covered ZIP codes, Census estimates put 13% of homes as built before 1960, 31% from 1960 to 1979, 33% from 1980 to 1999 and 23% in 2000 or later.
Who licenses plumbers in DeKalb County, GA?
Georgia's State Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Master Plumbers and Journeyman Plumbers, licenses plumbers.
Housing and heating figures are US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates for the ZIP code areas we cover in DeKalb County, combined across places and weighted by housing units. Some ZIP codes extend into neighboring counties.
Need a plumber in DeKalb County?
Same-day service when a plumber is available. One call connects you with a licensed plumber who serves your ZIP.