Plumber in Kent, WA
Licensed plumbers for leaks, drains, water heaters and repiping in Kent homes, with published prices and an upfront quote before any work begins.
Locally-owned since 1977 • Licensed, bonded and insured in Washington (WA Contractor Reg. #HOMECCA785BD) • WA Plumbing Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA751QG • BBB Accredited Business since 2002 • Best Pick 2025 and 2026
Kent plumbing from our Sumner team
Home Comfort Alliance's licensed plumbers handle leaks, drains, water heaters and repiping for Kent homes from our Sumner branch. The plumbing dispatch fee is $99, the plumber quotes the repair on site, and you get the price before any work begins. Book by phone or online. Our plumbers work Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with same-day service when possible.
We work on houses only, under WA Plumbing Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA751QG (residential). We clear indoor drains, including main drain lines from an indoor cleanout. We don't do sewer line work.
Water leaking right now? Shut the main valve, then book
Turn off the water to the house first. That stops the damage while you wait for a plumber, and it takes less than a minute once you know where the valve is.
- Find the main shut-off. It is usually where the water line enters the house: in a crawl space, a garage, a basement or a utility closet near the water heater. Turn the handle clockwise until it stops, or a lever valve a quarter turn so it sits across the pipe.
- Use the nearest valve if only one fixture leaks. Toilets and sinks have small stop valves underneath. A water heater has a cold-water valve on the pipe at the top.
- Turn off power or gas to a leaking water heater. Switch off the breaker for an electric tank, or set a gas tank's control to "pilot" or "off".
- Open a faucet on the lowest floor to drain the pressure out of the pipes, and move valuables away from the water.
- Book the first available visit and tell us what is leaking and where.
Our plumbers work weekdays, so a leak found in the evening or on a weekend is booked for the first business-hours appointment. Current offer: $50 off burst or frozen pipe repairs. For more on finding hidden leaks, see leak detection and repair.
What our Kent plumbers fix
Our plumbers handle the everyday plumbing in a Kent house, from a dripping faucet to a whole-home repipe.
| Service | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Leaks and pipe repair | Leaking supply and drain pipes, fittings and valves, including burst or frozen pipes. See leak repair. |
| Water lines | Repair and installation of the water line that feeds your home |
| Repiping | Whole-home repiping for houses with failing or worn-out pipes. See repiping. |
| Water heaters | Repair, flushing and replacement of tank and tankless water heaters. See water heaters. |
| Drains | Sinks, tubs, showers, toilets and laundry drains, plus main drain lines from an indoor cleanout. See drain cleaning. |
| Fixtures and toilets | Faucets, toilets, garbage disposals and fixture installation. See toilet repairs. |
| Hose bibs | Leaking or frost-damaged outdoor faucets. See hose bib replacement. |
| Pressure-reducing valves (PRV) | Pressure checks and PRV replacement |
| Appliance gas lines | Residential gas piping for furnaces, water heaters, ranges and generators |
| Plumbing inspections | Water pressure, shut-off valves, the water heater, fixtures, visible piping, toilets, hose bibs and washing-machine lines. See plumbing inspection. |
Our trucks are fully stocked, so most repairs can be handled on the spot.
How much does a plumber cost in Kent?
Our plumbing dispatch fee is $99, and the plumber quotes the repair on site before any work begins. Drain cleaning, hydro jetting and water heater flushes have published prices.
Our prices
| Service | Home Comfort Alliance price |
|---|---|
| Plumbing dispatch (trip) fee | $99 |
| Plumbing repairs | Quoted by the plumber on site, before any work begins |
| Drain cleaning | $148, with the dispatch fee charged on top |
| Hydro jet cleaning | $399 to $574 |
| Standard water heater flush | $150 |
| Tankless water heater flush | $429 |
Prices as of Sep 2026. Fees are listed separately.
Current offers
- $50 off same-day recommended plumbing work
- $50 off burst or frozen pipe repairs
- Up to $300 off water heater installation
- 10% off indoor drain cleaning
Offers can't be combined with Home Comfort Club pricing. See current offers.
Kent-area cost benchmark (regional estimate)
For comparison, Angi's regional estimate for Seattle-area plumbing jobs is $284 to $760, with most homeowners spending about $522 (Angi, Seattle, updated July 2026). These are third-party figures, not our prices.
| Job | Regional estimate (Angi Seattle, July 2026) |
|---|---|
| Plumber hourly rate | $150 to $200 |
| Trip fee | $75 to $200 |
| Clog clearing | $95 to $500 |
| Faucet or fixture repair | $150 to $600 |
| Toilet installation | $300 to $800 |
| Burst pipe repair | $1,000 to $4,000 |
| Water heater installation (flat rate) | $800 to $2,000 |
Home Comfort Club and financing
Our Plumbing plan is $15 a month, or $30 a month for HVAC, plumbing and electrical together. The Plumbing plan includes a yearly plumbing inspection, member pricing on maintenance and repairs, and priority scheduling. Club benefits cannot be combined with other offers. See the Home Comfort Club.
For a bigger job such as a repipe or a new water heater, low monthly payment plans starting at $179/month* are available through Salal Credit Union and Synchrony. See financing.
*Financing through Salal Credit Union or Synchrony, subject to credit approval. Rates, terms and monthly payments depend on the amount financed, the plan and your credit. 0% interest options are available to qualifying customers. See lender for full terms.
Get an estimateA comfort advisor will call you to set up your visit.
Who supplies your water in Kent?
Most Kent homes get their water from the City of Kent, but not all of them. According to the City of Kent Water System Plan, the city's own system covers the majority of the city, and other areas inside city limits are served by Soos Creek Water and Sewer District, Highline Water District, Lake Meridian Water District or the City of Renton.
The quickest way to know which one serves your home is your water bill: the name at the top is your water utility. It matters when you need the water turned off at the street, have a question about the meter or your bill, or are looking for rebates and water-quality reports. Our plumbers work on the pipes, fixtures and water heater in and around your home, whichever utility supplies the water.
Water pressure on the hills and the valley floor: PRV checks and replacement
Kent homes sit on the valley floor, in Downtown Kent and the Kent Valley, and on the hills above it, including East Hill and the Lake Meridian area, and water pressure can differ from one street to the next. Many homes have a pressure-reducing valve (PRV) where the water line enters the house to keep pressure in a safe range for pipes, fixtures and the water heater.
Signs your PRV needs a look:
- Banging pipes (water hammer) when a faucet or appliance shuts off
- Faucets that spit or spray hard, or toilets that keep running
- A water heater relief valve that drips
- Pressure that suddenly drops, or changes from day to day
Our plumber tests the incoming pressure, checks the PRV and quotes a replacement on site if it has failed. A PRV check is also part of every plumbing inspection.
Water heaters in Kent: repair or replace?
Repair makes sense when the tank is sound and the problem is a part, such as a heating element, thermostat or gas control. Replace it when the tank itself leaks, the water runs rusty, or repairs keep coming back on an older unit.
- Maintenance: a standard tank flush is $150 and a tankless flush is $429. Flushing clears sediment that makes tanks noisy and slow to heat. See tankless maintenance.
- Replacement: get a price online with our water heater quote tool, then our plumber confirms it at your home. Current offer: up to $300 off water heater installation.
- Permits: we pull the required permits for every installation.
- Rebates: Puget Sound Energy, Kent's electric utility, offers $1,000 back on a qualifying heat pump water heater ($1,100 with its income-based Efficiency Boost; pse.com, October 2026). Home Comfort Alliance is a PSE Trade Ally for water heaters, and we handle the rebate paperwork for you.
Comparing types? Read tank vs tankless water heaters and our water heater cost guide.
Drains and the sewer line: what we clear and what we don't
We clear indoor drains, including main drain lines from an indoor cleanout. We don't do sewer line work.
A quick way to tell the difference: if one sink, tub or toilet is slow, the clog is in that fixture's drain. If flushing a toilet makes water come up in a tub, shower or floor drain on the lowest level, the main drain line inside the house is the likely spot, and we clear it from an indoor cleanout. If sewage comes up from a yard cleanout, or roots keep coming back, the problem is in the sewer line outside the house, and you'll need a sewer contractor. Tell us what you see when you book, and we'll tell you honestly if it isn't a job for us.
Drain cleaning is $148, with the $99 dispatch fee charged on top; hydro jet cleaning is $399 to $574.
Do you need a plumbing permit in Kent?
Usually yes. The City of Kent Permit Center issues plumbing and mechanical permits for work such as water heater replacement, repiping and gas piping, and we pull the required permits for every installation.
On the City of Kent's Mechanical/Plumbing Permit Application, electric water heaters are listed under plumbing fixtures and gas water heaters under mechanical equipment, so the type of tank decides which permit applies. The Permit Center is at 400 W. Gowe in Kent; details are on the City of Kent Permit Center site.
Repiping older Kent homes
A repipe is worth considering when the same pipes keep failing. Kent has a mix of older and newer houses, and older piping tends to show its age in a few ways:
- Low water pressure that a PRV check doesn't explain
- Rusty or discolored water, especially first thing in the morning
- Repeat leaks in different spots along the same lines
Our plumber inspects the pipes first, explains what is failing and gives you a written price for whole-home repiping before any work begins. Financing is available for larger jobs. See how repiping works and plumbing problems in older Puget Sound homes.
How a Kent plumbing visit works
- Book by phone or online. Tell us what is happening, and whether flushing a toilet backs water up anywhere.
- We schedule your plumber from our Sumner branch, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with same-day service when possible.
- Your plumber diagnoses the problem and explains the options.
- You get an upfront price before any work begins. Nothing is done until you approve it.
- We fix it and test it. Our trucks are fully stocked, so most repairs can be handled on the spot.
Renting? We can book the visit when you're the one paying for it; otherwise we'll take your landlord's details and call them.
A recent Kent plumbing job
In August 2026 our plumbers serviced a tankless water heater in a Kent home. They descaled the unit, cleaned its filter, checked that the temperature and pressure relief valve was working and confirmed a clean blue burner flame.
Yearly maintenance like this keeps a tankless water heater running efficiently and catches small problems before they turn into a cold shower.
What you get with Home Comfort Alliance
- Licensed residential plumbers: WA Plumbing Contractor Lic. #HOMECCA751QG (verify with L&I)
- Licensed, bonded and insured in Washington (WA Contractor Reg. #HOMECCA785BD)
- Published prices and upfront, transparent pricing before any work begins
- Honest weekday hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with same-day service when possible
- A straight answer when a problem is in the sewer line and not a job for us
- Serving homeowners since 1977, with 4.8 stars from 5,000+ reviews
- Best Pick 2025 and 2026, and a BBB Accredited Business since 2002
Where we work in and around Kent
Our plumbers serve all of Kent from our Sumner branch, our headquarters and walk-in office, including ZIP codes 98030, 98031, 98032 and 98042. That covers Downtown Kent, the Kent Valley, East Hill and the Lake Meridian area.
The same team works in nearby Auburn, Renton, Federal Way, Maple Valley and the Covington area. For heating and cooling in Kent, see the Kent service area page and furnace replacement in Kent.
Plumbers in nearby cities: Federal Way, Des Moines, Renton and Tacoma.
Kent plumber FAQ
How much does a plumber cost in Kent?
Our plumbing dispatch fee is $99, and the plumber quotes the repair on site before any work begins. Drain cleaning is $148, with the dispatch fee charged on top. Angi's regional estimate for Seattle-area plumbing jobs is $284 to $760 (July 2026).
Can I get a plumber the same day in Kent?
Book by phone or online. Our plumbers work Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with same-day service when possible.
Can a plumber come at night or on a weekend?
No. Our plumbers work weekdays only. If water is leaking, shut off the main valve, then book the first available visit.
Who supplies water to my Kent home?
Most of Kent is on City of Kent water; some areas are served by Soos Creek Water and Sewer District, Highline Water District, Lake Meridian Water District or the City of Renton. Your water bill shows which.
Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Kent?
Usually yes. The City of Kent Permit Center issues plumbing and mechanical permits, and we pull the required permits.
Are your Kent plumbers licensed?
Yes. WA Plumbing Contractor License #HOMECCA751QG (residential) and WA Contractor Registration #HOMECCA785BD; licensed, bonded and insured in Washington.
Do you work on sewer lines?
We clear indoor drains, including main drain lines from an indoor cleanout. We don't do sewer line work.
Can you replace a pressure-reducing valve?
Yes. If pressure is high or water hammers, the plumber checks the PRV and quotes a replacement on site.
Do you repipe older Kent homes?
Yes, whole-home repiping for houses, with an inspection and a written price first.
How much is a water heater flush?
$150 for a standard tank and $429 for a tankless water heater.
Do you do commercial plumbing?
No. Our plumbing license covers homes only.
Which team serves Kent?
Our Sumner branch, which also serves Auburn, Maple Valley, Federal Way and Tacoma.
Sources
- City of Kent, Water System Plan, chapter 1 (2019 draft), read October 2026
- City of Kent, Mechanical/Plumbing Permit Application PH1-2 and Permit Center (October 2026)
- Angi, plumber cost in Seattle, WA (updated July 2026)
- Puget Sound Energy, residential rebates flyer 3905 (March 2026)
- Washington State Department of Labor & Industries, Verify a Contractor (checked September 2026)
Why Choose Home Comfort Alliance in Kent?
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Licensed residential plumbers, published prices and an upfront quote before any work begins, with 4.8 stars from 5,000+ reviews.
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Book by phone or online. Our plumbers work Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with same-day service when possible.