Carson County · Carson City, NV
Plumbers in Carson City, NV
Carson City is in Carson City, Nevada. About 65,000 people live in the 10 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 28,000 homes, 62% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1960 and 1979 (40%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 10 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in Carson City
89701, 89702, 89703, 89705, 89706, 89711, 89712, 89713, 89714, 89721
Carson City homes and their plumbing
Here is how Carson City's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 2%, 1940–1959 5%, 1960–1979 40%, 1980–1999 37%, 2000 or later 16%. 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.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 2% |
| 1940–1959 | 5% |
| 1960–1979 | 40% |
| 1980–1999 | 37% |
| 2000 or later | 16% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 65,163
- Housing units
- 27,977
- Single-family detached
- 62%
- Owner-occupied
- 65%
- Heated with utility gas
- 77%
- Heated with electricity
- 18%
What goes wrong in Carson City homes
1960s and 70s homes reaching end of life
40% 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.
Natural gas in most homes
77% of occupied homes here heat with utility gas, so gas water heaters, ranges and dryers are common. That means gas line extensions for new appliances, flexible connector replacements and venting checks when a water heater is swapped. If you smell gas, leave first and call the gas utility from outside. See gas line repair.
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.
Very hard water
Nevada water is generally very hard. With 77% of homes here on gas, scale settles as sediment in gas water heater tanks, which then rumble and wear out early. See water softener installation.
Common calls in Carson City
- Sewer Camera Inspection
- Gas Line Repair
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Water Softener Installation
- Water Heater Replacement
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in Carson City: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
Carson City at a glance
- County
- Carson County
- ZIP codes
- 89701, 89702, 89703, 89705, 89706, 89711, 89712, 89713, 89714, 89721
Carson City plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in Carson City?
In the ZIP codes we cover around Carson City, Census estimates put 7% of homes as built before 1960, 40% from 1960 to 1979, 37% from 1980 to 1999 and 16% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1960–1979 (40%).
Who licenses plumbers in Carson City, NV?
The Nevada State Contractors Board licenses plumbing contractors, and its website lists license status.
Are water heaters in Carson City usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 77% of homes heating with utility gas, 18% with electricity. Water heaters often use the same fuel as the home's heat, so utility gas is the most common here, but check the label on your tank before you shop for a replacement.
Guides for Carson City homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Silver City (10 mi), Washoe Valley (10 mi), Glenbrook (11 mi), Dayton (12 mi), Virginia City (12 mi), Minden (13 mi), Incline Village (13 mi), Zephyr Cove (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 Carson City, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
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