Brazoria County · Alvin, TX
Plumbers in Alvin, TX
Alvin is in Brazoria County, Texas. About 52,000 people live in the 2 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 20,000 homes, 60% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1960 and 1979 (33%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 2 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in Alvin
77511, 77512
Alvin homes and their plumbing
Here is how Alvin's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 2%, 1940–1959 7%, 1960–1979 33%, 1980–1999 30%, 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 Friendswood, Rosharon, Pearland are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 2% |
| 1940–1959 | 7% |
| 1960–1979 | 33% |
| 1980–1999 | 30% |
| 2000 or later | 29% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 51,984
- Housing units
- 20,499
- Single-family detached
- 60%
- Owner-occupied
- 70%
- Heated with utility gas
- 30%
- Heated with electricity
- 63%
- Heated with propane
- 6%
What goes wrong in Alvin homes
1960s and 70s homes reaching end of life
33% 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.
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
30% 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
63% 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.
Hard water
Texas water is generally hard. With 63% of homes here on electric heat, scale on electric water heater elements is a frequent failure. See water softener installation.
Common calls in Alvin
- Sewer Camera Inspection
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Water Softener Installation in Alvin, TX
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in Alvin: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
Alvin at a glance
- County
- Brazoria County
- Nearest city pages
- Friendswood, Pearland, League City
- ZIP codes
- 77511, 77512
Alvin plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in Alvin?
In the ZIP codes we cover around Alvin, Census estimates put 9% of homes as built before 1960, 33% from 1960 to 1979, 30% from 1980 to 1999 and 29% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1960–1979 (33%).
Who licenses plumbers in Alvin, TX?
Texas licenses plumbers at the state level; you can look up any plumber's license through the state's plumbing license search.
Are water heaters in Alvin usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 30% of homes heating with utility gas, 63% with electricity and 6% 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 Alvin homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Manvel (8 mi), Santa Fe (12 mi), Fresno (15 mi), Webster (15 mi), Angleton (17 mi), Hitchcock (17 mi), La Marque (18 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 Alvin, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
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