Clark County · North Las Vegas, NV
Plumbers in North Las Vegas, NV
North Las Vegas is in Clark County, Nevada. About 267,000 people live in the 10 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 91,000 homes, 75% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built in 2000 or later (60%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 10 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in North Las Vegas
89030, 89031, 89032, 89033, 89036, 89081, 89084, 89085, 89086, 89087
North Las Vegas homes and their plumbing
Here is how North Las Vegas's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 0%, 1940–1959 3%, 1960–1979 10%, 1980–1999 27%, 2000 or later 60%. With so much newer construction, the plumbing itself is usually sound, and most calls are about water heaters, fixtures, pressure and clogs. Neighboring areas such as Las Vegas, Henderson are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 0% |
| 1940–1959 | 3% |
| 1960–1979 | 10% |
| 1980–1999 | 27% |
| 2000 or later | 60% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 267,181
- Housing units
- 90,775
- Single-family detached
- 75%
- Owner-occupied
- 63%
- Heated with utility gas
- 68%
- Heated with electricity
- 28%
What goes wrong in North Las Vegas homes
Newer homes on their first water heater
60% of homes here were built in 2000 or later. Those houses usually have PEX or CPVC supply lines in good shape, so the work is on equipment: original tank water heaters past their 8 to 12 year service life, expansion tanks, pressure regulators and fixtures. See water heater replacement.
Natural gas in most homes
68% 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.
Very hard water
Nevada water is generally very hard. With 68% of homes here on gas, scale settles as sediment in gas water heater tanks, which then rumble and wear out early, and newer homes with tankless heaters need yearly descaling. See water softener installation.
Common calls in North Las Vegas
- Water Heater Replacement
- Gas Line Repair
- Water Softener Installation
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in North Las Vegas: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
North Las Vegas at a glance
- County
- Clark County
- Nearest city pages
- Las Vegas, Henderson
- ZIP codes
- 89030, 89031, 89032, 89033, 89036, 89081, 89084, 89085, 89086, 89087
North Las Vegas plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in North Las Vegas?
In the ZIP codes we cover around North Las Vegas, Census estimates put 4% of homes as built before 1960, 10% from 1960 to 1979, 27% from 1980 to 1999 and 60% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 2000 or later (60%).
Who licenses plumbers in North Las Vegas, NV?
The Nevada State Contractors Board licenses plumbing contractors, and its website lists license status.
Are water heaters in North Las Vegas usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 68% of homes heating with utility gas, 28% with electricity. Water heaters often use the same fuel as the home's heat, so utility gas is the most common here, but check the label on your tank before you shop for a replacement.
Guides for North Las Vegas homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Nellis Afb (3 mi), The Lakes (11 mi), Sloan (19 mi), Blue Diamond (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 Las Vegas, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
Need a plumber in North Las Vegas?
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