| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Toilet installation $200 to $500; sewer line repair $1,500 to $6,000 |
| Time | Varies by job - confirm timing in your quote |
| Who's qualified | Journeyman or Master Plumber Certificate of Qualification, plus city contractor license |
Do plumbing repairs in Kansas City need a permit?
Most plumbing work in Kansas City, MO requires a permit before work begins. Minor faucet replacement typically does not need one. Permits are applied for through the city's CompassKC system.
What credentials should the plumber have?
Kansas City lists Journeyman Plumber and Master Plumber Certificates of Qualification as the relevant credentials. Contractors also need a business license and a contractor license through CompassKC. Ask the pro to show these before work starts.
Where can I verify a plumber's license?
Check the Kansas City contractor licensing page on the city website, which lists the plumbing certifications. The city Permit Center at 414 E 12th St., 5th floor, can also help, at (816) 513-1500.
What deposits might a plumber need to post?
Kansas City plumbing contractors must post a minimum $500 cash deposit. Certain permits may also require a $2,500 or $50,000 restoration deposit. Ask the pro to explain any deposit in writing.
What to do next
- Call KC Plumb to request a referral to a licensed, insured Kansas City plumber.
- Ask the pro for proof of a Journeyman or Master Plumber Certificate of Qualification before work starts.
- Confirm whether your job needs a permit through CompassKC, and ask who will pull it.
- Request a written quote that lists the job scope, price, and any deposit required.
- Call (816) 750-5918 or email [email protected] for a free quote from a licensed, insured Kansas City plumber.
KC Plumb is a free referral service: an independent contractor does the work and may pay us a referral fee. You never pay us anything.
