Home Services in Denver

Most Denver plumbers charge $150–$450 for standard jobs like leak repairs or drain cleaning. Emergency or after-hours calls typically add $75–$150. Water heater replacement runs $800–$2,000 depending on the unit. Frozen pipe repair in winter can cost $200–$600.

Colorado does not have a statewide general contractor license, but many municipalities including Denver require local licensing. The City and County of Denver requires contractors to obtain permits and pass inspections. Electrical and plumbing work requires state licenses through DORA. Always verify credentials at dora.colorado.gov.

Schedule furnace maintenance in early fall (September–October) before the first cold snap. AC maintenance is best in late spring (April–May). Denver's altitude affects furnace combustion — high-altitude furnace adjustments are essential. Many HVAC companies offer seasonal tune-up specials.

Absolutely. Colorado has some of the highest radon levels in the country. The EPA estimates that about half of Colorado homes have radon levels above the recommended action level of 4 pCi/L. Testing costs $100–$200, and mitigation systems typically run $800–$2,500. Most real estate transactions in Denver require radon testing.

Residential driveway plowing averages $75–$150 per visit, with seasonal contracts running $300–$800 for the winter. Roof snow removal costs $200–$500 depending on size and pitch. Many Denver homeowners sign seasonal contracts in October before the first snowfall to lock in better rates.