96/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 2,898 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 2,898 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6721 Netherlands Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
Best Plumbers in Wilmington, NC (2026)
106 plumbers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Wilmington: Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Wilmington NC, CR Score 96/100; 4.9★ from 2,898 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Bluewater Plumbing Heating & Air, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 106.
- 6
Most-reviewed: Blaze Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing - Cape Fear, 3,132 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 106 ranked; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
106 Wilmington plumbers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 39 are open 24/7, 61 open Saturdays and 50 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 106 rated businesses.
Top 10 plumbers in Wilmington at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Wilmington NC | 96 | 4.9★ (2,898) | Wilmington | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Bluewater Plumbing Heating & Air | 95 | 4.9★ (1,489) | Wilmington | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service | 94 | 4.9★ (933) | Wilmington | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Di Mone-Parlier Plumbing, Inc. | 94 | 4.8★ (1,111) | Wilmington | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | East Atlantic Plumbing LLC | 92 | 4.8★ (496) | Wilmington | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Blaze Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing - Cape Fear | 92 | 4.8★ (3,132) | Wilmington | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 7 | Coastal Care Plumbing | 91 | 5.0★ (124) | Leland, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Edgewater Plumbing | 90 | 5.0★ (86) | Leland, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Trenchless Pipe Restoration Services | 90 | 5.0★ (69) | Boiling Spring Lakes, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Milam Plumbing | 89 | 4.7★ (195) | Leland, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 106 best plumbers in Wilmington, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Wilmington
95/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 1,489 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 1,489 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2909 Orville Wright Way, Wilmington, NC 28405
Based in Wilmington
94/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 933 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 933 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2708 Exchange Dr Unit C, Wilmington, NC 28405
Based in Wilmington
94/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 1,111 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 1,111 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5903 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
Based in Wilmington
92/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 496 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 496 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1027 S 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Based in Wilmington
92/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 3,132 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (3,132).
- 4.8★ from 3,132 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1306 N 23rd St, Wilmington, NC 28405
Based in Leland, 4 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 124 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 124 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Leland, 5 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 86 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 86 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Boiling Spring Lakes, 3 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#10 Milam Plumbing
Based in Leland, 4 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 195 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 195 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 9545 Ploof Rd SE, Leland, NC 28451
Based in Wilmington
89/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 1,678 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 1,678 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 200 N Green Meadows Dr Ste A, Wilmington, NC 28405
Based in Wilmington
88/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 235 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 235 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5742 Marguerite Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
#13 Drain Master
Based in Boiling Spring Lakes, 6 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Boiling Spring Lakes, 5 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Kings Grant, 16 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 556 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 556 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Wilmington
87/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 794 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 794 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3030 Hall Watters Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
Based in Wilmington
87/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2105 Winter Moss Ln, Wilmington, NC 28411
Based in Oak Island, 24 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 1,670 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 1,670 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 5216 E Oak Island Dr A, Oak Island, NC 28465
Based in Wilmington
87/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 36 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 36 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 7017 Chewning St, Wilmington, NC 28411
Based in Boiling Spring Lakes, 8 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 130 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 6:30 AM–9 PM · Sun 9 AM–8 PM
Based in Boiling Spring Lakes, 7 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Boiling Spring Lakes, 16 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#23 Pogo’s Plumbing
Based in Boiling Spring Lakes, 5 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Boiling Spring Lakes, 7 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Wilmington
84/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.2★ from 20 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.2★ from 20 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 614 Culler Ct, Wilmington, NC 28409
Plumbers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 106 ranked plumbers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Wilmington
20 more plumbers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| A & D Plumbing LLC | In Wilmington | |
| A Smith Plumbing Company | 5.0★ (8) | 7 mi |
| Anderson Plumbing Co | 3.5★ (2) | In Wilmington |
| Anderson Plumbing Co | In Wilmington | |
| Artesian Plumbers | 4.0★ (3) | 3 mi |
| Carolina Coastal Plumbing Co LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Christian Plumbing | 1.9★ (8) | In Wilmington |
| Cornerstone Plumbing LLC | 3.9★ (14) | In Wilmington |
| Creech Plumbing Co Inc | 5.0★ (1) | In Wilmington |
| D C Plumbing | 5.0★ (1) | In Wilmington |
| David G Kornely Plumbing Services | In Wilmington | |
| Dirt Dynamics | 5.0★ (19) | 12 mi |
| Eastern Plumbing | 5.0★ (1) | In Wilmington |
| Gene's Plumbing and Gas | 5.0★ (2) | 1 mi |
| Johnson Controls Wilmington Office | 3.4★ (12) | In Wilmington |
| Know It All Repairs | In Wilmington | |
| MacDougall Construction & Plumbing | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Pipe Techs Plumbing Repair | 3.5★ (11) | In Wilmington |
| Pride Restoration Of NC | 4.4★ (48) | In Wilmington |
| Rustic Contracting LLC | 5.0★ (5) | 13 mi |
How much do plumbers cost in Wilmington?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Wilmington. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement | $882 | $1,348 | $1,826 | Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How to check a plumber's license in North Carolina
In North Carolina, North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors licenses Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.
No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.
Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
How we ranked Wilmington plumbers
We scored 106 Wilmington plumbers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Wilmington data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Plumbers in Wilmington: frequently asked questions
Who is the best plumber in Wilmington?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked plumber in Wilmington, NC is Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Wilmington NC with a CR Score of 96/100. It has 4.9★ from 2,898 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Bluewater Plumbing Heating & Air (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service (#3) follow. We ranked 106 plumbers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many plumbers are there in Wilmington?
ContractorsRanked ranks 106 plumbers serving Wilmington, NC. 24 of them are based in Wilmington; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which plumbers in Wilmington are open 24/7?
39 ranked plumbers in Wilmington post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Wilmington NC (#1), Bluewater Plumbing Heating & Air (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which plumbers in Wilmington work on weekends?
61 of 106 ranked plumbers post Saturday hours and 50 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Wilmington NC (#1), Bluewater Plumbing Heating & Air (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a plumber's license in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors handles licensing and covers Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.
How much does water heater replacement cost in Wilmington?
Water heater replacement typically costs $882 to $1,826, with $1,348 typical (Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Wilmington. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Wilmington plumbers have?
The median Google rating among 106 rated plumbers in Wilmington is 4.8★, with a median of 19 reviews. Blaze Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing - Cape Fear has the most, 3,132 reviews, and ranks #6. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank plumbers?
Each plumber gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Wilmington
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 106 plumbers serving Wilmington.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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