Pitt County · Greenville, NC
Plumbers in Greenville, NC
Greenville is in Pitt County, North Carolina. About 111,000 people live in the 5 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 54,000 homes, 38% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built in 2000 or later (37%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 5 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in Greenville
27833, 27834, 27835, 27836, 27858
Greenville homes and their plumbing
Here is how Greenville's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 2%, 1940–1959 6%, 1960–1979 20%, 1980–1999 34%, 2000 or later 37%. With so much newer construction, the plumbing itself is usually sound, and most calls are about water heaters, fixtures, pressure and clogs.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 2% |
| 1940–1959 | 6% |
| 1960–1979 | 20% |
| 1980–1999 | 34% |
| 2000 or later | 37% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 111,331
- Housing units
- 53,649
- Single-family detached
- 38%
- Owner-occupied
- 40%
- Heated with utility gas
- 12%
- Heated with electricity
- 84%
What goes wrong in Greenville homes
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.
Mostly electric homes
84% 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.
Newer homes on their first water heater
37% 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.
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 Greenville
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in Greenville: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
Greenville at a glance
- County
- Pitt County
- ZIP codes
- 27833, 27834, 27835, 27836, 27858
Greenville plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in Greenville?
In the ZIP codes we cover around Greenville, Census estimates put 9% of homes as built before 1960, 20% from 1960 to 1979, 34% from 1980 to 1999 and 37% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 2000 or later (37%).
Who licenses plumbers in Greenville, NC?
The North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors licenses plumbing contractors.
Are water heaters in Greenville usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 12% of homes heating with utility gas, 84% 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.
I rent in Greenville. Who pays for plumbing repairs?
About 60% of homes here are renter-occupied. In most cases the landlord is responsible for the building's plumbing, and tenants should report leaks right away and in writing. Damage a tenant causes, like a clog from something flushed, may be billed back. Your lease and North Carolina landlord-tenant law set the details.
Guides for Greenville homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Winterville (5 mi), Simpson (6 mi), Ayden (9 mi), Grimesland (10 mi), Stokes (10 mi), Falkland (11 mi), Farmville (12 mi), Maury (14 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 Greenville, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
Need a plumber in Greenville?
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