Plumber in New Orleans, LA | Earl’s Plumbing & Heating

Earl’s Plumbing & Heating is a trusted plumber serving New Orleans, based just minutes away in Metairie since 1949. We handle everything from sewer and drain cleaning to hidden leak detection, water heaters, hydro tunneling, and gas work across the city, with licensed plumbers and 24/7 emergency service. Call 504-888-8888.

New Orleans plumbing is its own animal. The city’s older housing stock, high water table, and shifting soils create problems newer suburbs rarely see, and they call for a plumber who actually knows the ground here. Earl’s has worked on New Orleans homes and businesses for over 75 years, so we know what to look for before it becomes a flood in your kitchen.

New Orleans Neighborhoods We Serve

We work throughout Orleans Parish, including Uptown, the Garden District, Lakeview, Mid-City, Gentilly, the CBD and Warehouse District, Marigny and Bywater, Carrollton, Algiers, and the surrounding neighborhoods. Because our shop sits right next door in Metairie, we reach most of the city quickly, which matters when a line backs up or a pipe bursts.

Common New Orleans Plumbing Problems

  • Aging cast iron and galvanized pipe in historic homes, prone to corrosion, root intrusion, and collapse
  • Slab leaks and shifting lines caused by the city’s soft, settling soils and high water table
  • Recurring sewer and drain backups in older, undersized lines
  • Hidden leaks that spike water bills, especially after a new Sewerage and Water Board meter
  • Sediment and sand intrusion in low-lying areas after heavy rain and flooding

Our New Orleans Plumbing Services

Earl’s provides sewer and drain cleaning, video pipe inspection, electronic leak detection, hydro tunneling and under-slab pipe repair, water line re-routes, water heater repair and replacement, gas line service and inspections, backflow prevention testing, and full residential and commercial plumbing. Whatever is going on beneath your New Orleans home, we can see it, diagnose it, and fix it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Earl’s Plumbing serve New Orleans if you’re located in Metairie?

Yes. Earl’s is based in Metairie, right next to New Orleans, and we serve the entire city and Orleans Parish every day. Being minutes away means fast response times, including for after-hours emergencies.

Why do older New Orleans homes have so many plumbing problems?

Many New Orleans homes still have original cast iron or galvanized pipes that corrode and crack with age, and the city’s soft, settling soils and high water table put extra stress on those lines. A camera inspection is the best way to see the true condition before a small issue becomes a major repair.

My New Orleans water bill jumped. Do I have a leak?

Often, yes. After ruling out heavier usage, a sudden bill increase is a common sign of a hidden leak, sometimes appearing right after a new Sewerage and Water Board meter. Earl’s uses electronic leak detection to pinpoint the source without tearing up your home.

Does Earl’s offer emergency plumbing in New Orleans?

Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing service across New Orleans for burst pipes, major backups, gas leaks, and other urgent problems. Call 504-888-8888 any time.

Need a dependable plumber in New Orleans? Call Earl’s Plumbing & Heating at 504-888-8888 or request an estimate online. The Flow Must Go On.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide a fast and reliable service. At Earl's Plumbing, Sewer and Drain, we strive to meet the needs and expectations of our customers. Our satisfied customers always return and we want them to know that we will be there when they need us.