Dallas County · Irving, TX
Plumbers in Irving, TX
Irving is in Dallas County, Texas. About 257,000 people live in the 13 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 102,000 homes, 39% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1980 and 1999 (37%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 13 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in Irving
75014, 75015, 75016, 75017, 75038, 75039, 75059, 75060, 75061, 75062, 75063, 75064, 75326
Irving homes and their plumbing
Here is how Irving's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 1%, 1940–1959 11%, 1960–1979 26%, 1980–1999 37%, 2000 or later 26%. 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 Carrollton, Grand Prairie, Lewisville are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 1% |
| 1940–1959 | 11% |
| 1960–1979 | 26% |
| 1980–1999 | 37% |
| 2000 or later | 26% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 256,798
- Housing units
- 101,861
- Single-family detached
- 39%
- Owner-occupied
- 39%
- Heated with utility gas
- 33%
- Heated with electricity
- 66%
What goes wrong in Irving homes
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
37% 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
66% 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.
Apartments, condos and attached homes
Only 39% 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.
Hard water
Texas water is generally hard. With 66% of homes here on electric heat, scale on electric water heater elements is a frequent failure. See water softener installation.
Common calls in Irving
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Drain Cleaning
- Water Softener Installation
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in Irving: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
Irving at a glance
- County
- Dallas County
- Nearest city pages
- Grand Prairie, Lewisville
- ZIP codes
- 75014, 75015, 75016, 75017, 75038, 75039, 75059, 75060, 75061, 75062, 75063, 75064, 75326
Irving plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in Irving?
In the ZIP codes we cover around Irving, Census estimates put 11% of homes as built before 1960, 26% from 1960 to 1979, 37% from 1980 to 1999 and 26% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1980–1999 (37%).
Who licenses plumbers in Irving, 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 Irving usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 33% of homes heating with utility gas, 66% 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 Irving. Who pays for plumbing repairs?
About 61% 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 Texas landlord-tenant law set the details.
Guides for Irving homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Euless (6 mi), Coppell (7 mi), Grapevine (8 mi), Addison (10 mi), University Park (10 mi), Bedford (10 mi), Colleyville (11 mi), Hurst (12 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 Irving, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
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