Highest-Paying Recurring Work

Plumbing Handyman Jobs in California

Put your plumbing skills to work with steady, high-paying jobs. Toilet installs, faucets, disposals, and water heaters. Consistent demand across all our California markets.

$55-85
Per Hour
2-5
Jobs/Day
190+
Cities

Plumbing Jobs We Offer

High-demand plumbing work with great pay rates

Common Job Types

  • Toilet installation and replacement
  • Faucet replacement (kitchen & bathroom)
  • Garbage disposal installation
  • Water heater installation & repair
  • Leak detection and repair
  • Drain cleaning and unclogging
  • Shut-off valve replacement
  • Dishwasher and washing machine hookup

Why Plumbing Pays More

Plumbing is our highest-paying recurring trade. Customers value licensed plumbing pros and are willing to pay premium rates for reliable, quality work.

Most plumbing jobs are urgent, meaning customers book quickly and are ready to pay. You will rarely have cancellations, and repeat customers are common.

Water heater installs are among the highest per-job payouts in our entire platform, often earning $300-$500+ per job.

Pay Breakdown

What you can expect to earn per job type

Toilet Install

$149-249

Remove old toilet and install new. Includes wax ring, bolts, and supply line. 45-90 minutes.

Faucet Replacement

$99-179

Kitchen or bathroom faucet swap. Includes shutoff, removal, and new install. 30-60 minutes.

Garbage Disposal

$129-199

Remove and replace garbage disposal unit. Includes electrical and plumbing connections. 45-75 minutes.

Water Heater

$299-499

Tank or tankless water heater installation. Highest per-job payout. 2-4 hours.

Licensing Information

In California, plumbing work that costs over $500 (including labor and materials) requires a C-36 Plumbing Contractor license from the CSLB. For smaller jobs under $500, a handyman exemption applies. Many of our plumbing jobs fall within the handyman exemption, but having a C-36 license qualifies you for the highest-paying jobs on our platform, including water heater installations and multi-fixture work.

What You Need

Requirements to work as a plumbing pro

Skills & Experience

  • 2+ years of plumbing experience
  • Knowledge of California plumbing codes
  • Ability to work with copper, PVC, and PEX
  • Water heater installation experience (preferred)
  • Strong customer communication skills
  • C-36 license (preferred, not required for all jobs)

Tools Required

  • Pipe wrenches (multiple sizes)
  • Basin wrench
  • Tubing cutter and deburring tool
  • Propane torch and solder kit
  • PEX crimping tool
  • Drain snake / auger
  • Plumber's putty, Teflon tape, pipe dope
  • Bucket, towels, and drop cloths

Start Earning $55-85/hr

Plumbing is our highest-demand, highest-paying trade. Apply now and start claiming jobs within 48 hours.