Plumbing is a highly specialized trade that takes years to master. Aside from graduating high school or obtaining a GED, an aspiring plumber must attend community college or vocational school for about four years. Then, there’s the years of apprenticeship and training necessary to obtain the proper certifications and experience to be a master plumber.
House calls also play a role in why plumbers are so expensive. Their investment in the vehicles, gas, tools, and equipment they use is factored into their rate.
Insurance premiums and other overhead expenses contribute to the overall cost of plumbing services.