Laurel County · London, KY
Plumbers in London, KY
London is in Laurel County, Kentucky. About 43,000 people live in the 3 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 19,000 homes, 64% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1980 and 1999 (38%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 3 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in London
40741, 40744, 40745
London homes and their plumbing
Here is how London's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 4%, 1940–1959 7%, 1960–1979 22%, 1980–1999 38%, 2000 or later 29%. 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 Somerset are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 4% |
| 1940–1959 | 7% |
| 1960–1979 | 22% |
| 1980–1999 | 38% |
| 2000 or later | 29% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 43,407
- Housing units
- 18,503
- Single-family detached
- 64%
- Owner-occupied
- 72%
- Heated with utility gas
- 9%
- Heated with electricity
- 82%
- Heated with propane
- 5%
What goes wrong in London homes
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
38% 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
82% 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.
Winter freezes
33% of homes here were built before 1980, when pipes were more often run through exterior walls and uninsulated crawl spaces. In a cold Kentucky winter those are the lines that freeze and split. See frozen and burst pipe repair.
Hard water
Kentucky water is generally hard. With 82% of homes here on electric heat, scale on electric water heater elements is a frequent failure. See water softener installation.
Common calls in London
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Frozen & Burst Pipe Repair
- Water Softener Installation in London, KY
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in London: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
London at a glance
- County
- Laurel County
- Nearest city pages
- Somerset
- ZIP codes
- 40741, 40744, 40745
London plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in London?
In the ZIP codes we cover around London, Census estimates put 11% of homes as built before 1960, 22% from 1960 to 1979, 38% from 1980 to 1999 and 29% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1980–1999 (38%).
Who licenses plumbers in London, KY?
Kentucky's Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Plumbing, licenses plumbers and inspects plumbing work.
Are water heaters in London usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 9% of homes heating with utility gas, 82% with electricity and 5% with propane. 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 London homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: East Bernstadt (6 mi), Corbin (13 mi), Livingston (15 mi), Annville (16 mi), Tyner (16 mi), Manchester (17 mi), Barbourville (20 mi), Mc Kee (22 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 London, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
Need a plumber in London?
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