West Virginia Home Repair Guide
In West Virginia, the median wage is $27.39 an hour for plumbers and $31.16 for electricians (BLS, 2025). This page shows what common repairs cost there, and who needs a license.
Who needs a license in West Virginia
| Trade | Rule | Source |
|---|---|---|
| General contractor | The West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board licenses contractors by class under West Virginia Code Chapter 30, Article 42. The contractor's license number must appear in advertising and binding contracts. | Source |
| Plumber | Plumbing contractor is one of the contractor license classes under the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board. The Division of Labor also keeps a plumber license search. | Source |
| Electrician | Electrical contractor is one of the contractor license classes under the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board. | Source |
| HVAC | Heating, ventilating and cooling contractor is one of the contractor license classes under the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board. The Division of Labor also keeps an HVAC technician search. | Source |
Check a contractor's license: West Virginia Division of Labor license database search
What common jobs cost in West Virginia
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Water Heater Replacement | $740 | $2,000 |
| Roof Replacement | $6,450 | $20,000 |
| AC Replacement | $3,750 | $8,850 |
| Furnace Replacement | $2,850 | $8,000 |
| Toilet Replacement | $220 | $870 |
| Electrical Panel Upgrade | $1,000 | $3,200 |
| Drain Cleaning | $90 | $360 |
| Garage Door Repair | $70 | $550 |
Hourly rates in West Virginia
| Trade | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $27.39 | $68 | $123 |
| Electrician | $31.16 | $78 | $140 |
| HVAC Technician | $23.49 | $59 | $106 |
| Handyman | $18.70 | $47 | $84 |
| Roofer | $24.60 | $62 | $111 |
| Carpenter | $23.42 | $59 | $105 |
| Painter | $21.26 | $53 | $96 |
Licensing last verified 2026-11-03
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General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.