Plumbing in Boulder, Colorado
Best Plumbing Companies in Boulder
Boulder is one of Colorado's larger cities, home to about 110,000 residents — and with that many households comes steady demand for reliable plumbing work. Because quality and pricing vary from one company to the next, comparing several Boulder providers side by side is the smartest way to hire with confidence.
Boulder at a glance
- Population
- 105,898
- County
- Boulder County
- Size in Colorado
- #12 largest city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 Population Estimates (POPESTIMATE2023)
What plumbing labor costs near Boulder
That's the Boulder, CO metro-area median for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters, about even with the national median. Because labor is the biggest line item in most plumbingjobs, it's a strong signal of what you'll pay to hire in Boulder.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2025 · metro-area estimate · Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (SOC 47-2152)
Permits & licensing in Boulder
Building permits in Boulder are issued locally — confirm what your project needs with the Boulder County or Boulder building department before work starts. Contractor licensing is handled at the state level; Colorado has no statewide general-contractor license, so check the Colorado DORA (trade licenses; general contracting is licensed locally) and local rules.
Licensing info — Colorado DORA (trade licenses; general contracting is licensed locally)
Top-Rated Plumbing Companies in Boulder
Below are highly rated plumbing companies serving Boulder and the surrounding area. Compare providers, request quotes, and find the right professional for your project.