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.