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Avatar for Patterson Plumbing and Drain Inc.

Patterson Plumbing and Drain Inc.

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Patterson Plumbing and Drain Inc.

4.94(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

- 10,000 Drains Cleared, and Sewer Lines! - 25 Years Experience As Residential Specialist. - Expert Problem Solver For Accurate Diagnosis. - Attention To Detail Maintains Integrity Of Home. - Job Performed Safely, Timely And Efficiently. - Delivering Positive Experiences To Customers.

"Ivan is very pleasant and an excellent communicator. He is also extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and flexible. He is willing to explain things and does not push to do extra work. He is very efficient and practical and seems very honest. I've hired him three times in the last year."

Kathryn D on October 2023

- 10,000 Drains Cleared, and Sewer Lines! - 25 Years Experience As Residential Specialist. - Expert Problem Solver For Accurate Diagnosis. - Attention To Detail Maintains Integrity Of Home. - Job Performed Safely, Timely And Efficiently. - Delivering Positive Experiences To Customers.

"Ivan is very pleasant and an excellent communicator. He is also extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and flexible. He is willing to explain things and does not push to do extra work. He is very efficient and practical and seems very honest. I've hired him three times in the last year."

Kathryn D on October 2023


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Clearwater Drain Service

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Clearwater Drain Service

4.99(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Clearwater Drain Service is a fully licensed, full service plumbing company. Whether you have a stopped up drain or need a full remodel, Clearwater Drain Service will give you prompt, honest service every time. Another benefit in calling Clearwater Drain Service is that Seth Flanery is owner and operator. When you call, you will reach him directly and he will work with you every step of the way. Additional email - [email protected].

"I have hired them for the past 3 years. They were good. It was 5 out of 5."

Robert d on February 2021

Clearwater Drain Service is a fully licensed, full service plumbing company. Whether you have a stopped up drain or need a full remodel, Clearwater Drain Service will give you prompt, honest service every time. Another benefit in calling Clearwater Drain Service is that Seth Flanery is owner and operator. When you call, you will reach him directly and he will work with you every step of the way. Additional email - [email protected].

"I have hired them for the past 3 years. They were good. It was 5 out of 5."

Robert d on February 2021


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Hunter Superior Plumbing

4.98(
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Hunter Superior Plumbing

4.98(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hunter Superior Plumbing is a Family Owned and Operated Company. We have been providing our Community with the highest level of customer service and excellent service since 2004 here in the Inland Empire. We pride ourselves in our expertise in the plumbing field. Hunter Superior Plumbing can assure our clients that we will provide a fair and honest estimate about any repairs necessary and we never fail to give an honest and fair estimate. All our work is guaranteed. We always perform our work with the utmost care and concern for the homeowner's property. We return all our service calls promptly and can be reached for all our customer's concerns about their plumbing needs. We return all our service calls within 24 hours. Our top priority is complete customer satisfaction. All our services are cared for by the owner. We are licensed through the California State License Board. License number is 888322. We are insured and bonded. All our vehicles carry all the adequate insurance necessary. We provide our customer's with a written estimate before we complete any service. We do provide free estimates. We use licensed sub contractors for plumbing and drywall when necessary.

Hunter Superior Plumbing is a Family Owned and Operated Company. We have been providing our Community with the highest level of customer service and excellent service since 2004 here in the Inland Empire. We pride ourselves in our expertise in the plumbing field. Hunter Superior Plumbing can assure our clients that we will provide a fair and honest estimate about any repairs necessary and we never fail to give an honest and fair estimate. All our work is guaranteed. We always perform our work with the utmost care and concern for the homeowner's property. We return all our service calls promptly and can be reached for all our customer's concerns about their plumbing needs. We return all our service calls within 24 hours. Our top priority is complete customer satisfaction. All our services are cared for by the owner. We are licensed through the California State License Board. License number is 888322. We are insured and bonded. All our vehicles carry all the adequate insurance necessary. We provide our customer's with a written estimate before we complete any service. We do provide free estimates. We use licensed sub contractors for plumbing and drywall when necessary.


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Thompson Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning

4.94(
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Thompson Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning

4.94(
212
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thompson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning has been a licensed family owned & operated company providing quality service and installations in Southern California since 1980. We have provided award winning service to Angie's List members in the San Diego area for over 7 years and we are extremely excited to announce that we are now servicing Riverside County. As a small business we are able to take care of our customers and understand their needs on a more personal level. Our “standards” are above & beyond the “industry standards”. We are here to bring “peace of mind” to you by exceeding your expectations and building total consumer confidence. We promise that you will receive quality products and dependable service. From maintenance & repairs to complete heating and air conditioning installations, our skilled HVAC technicians and heating and air conditioning installation crews are able to meet your comfort needs every season of the year throughout San Diego County. Thompson Heating & Air Conditioning specializes in zoning, ducting, air conditioning installations, air conditioning repairs,furnace installations, furnace repairs, new construction, air purification, duct cleaning and high efficient HVAC products.

"Garett is 100% professional and knows his stuff. He readily explained all our questions, how his suppliers worked, how the different makes of AC compared. Everyone in the company is very responsive, courteous, and easy to work with. The job was done a little ahead of schedule, actually, and this during the hottest July and August on record with lots of pressure on them to make schedule."

gregory w on September 2018

Thompson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning has been a licensed family owned & operated company providing quality service and installations in Southern California since 1980. We have provided award winning service to Angie's List members in the San Diego area for over 7 years and we are extremely excited to announce that we are now servicing Riverside County. As a small business we are able to take care of our customers and understand their needs on a more personal level. Our “standards” are above & beyond the “industry standards”. We are here to bring “peace of mind” to you by exceeding your expectations and building total consumer confidence. We promise that you will receive quality products and dependable service. From maintenance & repairs to complete heating and air conditioning installations, our skilled HVAC technicians and heating and air conditioning installation crews are able to meet your comfort needs every season of the year throughout San Diego County. Thompson Heating & Air Conditioning specializes in zoning, ducting, air conditioning installations, air conditioning repairs,furnace installations, furnace repairs, new construction, air purification, duct cleaning and high efficient HVAC products.

"Garett is 100% professional and knows his stuff. He readily explained all our questions, how his suppliers worked, how the different makes of AC compared. Everyone in the company is very responsive, courteous, and easy to work with. The job was done a little ahead of schedule, actually, and this during the hottest July and August on record with lots of pressure on them to make schedule."

gregory w on September 2018


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Black Mountain Plumbing Inc

4.81(
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Black Mountain Plumbing Inc

4.81(
833
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Black Mountain Plumbing, Inc. was founded in 1993 by Scott and Anita Ferrell and became a corporation in 2000. We are committed to excellence and integrity in the plumbing services that we provide to our San Diego area customers. We believe in offering excellent customer service and are proud to receive the Angie's List Super Service Award every year since 2005. Less than 5% of all plumbers listed on Angie's List are eligible to receive this award. We are members of the Better Business Bureau and have an A+ rating. We are also members of the Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association.

"Fine"

Jalaine V on March 2023

Black Mountain Plumbing, Inc. was founded in 1993 by Scott and Anita Ferrell and became a corporation in 2000. We are committed to excellence and integrity in the plumbing services that we provide to our San Diego area customers. We believe in offering excellent customer service and are proud to receive the Angie's List Super Service Award every year since 2005. Less than 5% of all plumbers listed on Angie's List are eligible to receive this award. We are members of the Better Business Bureau and have an A+ rating. We are also members of the Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association.

"Fine"

Jalaine V on March 2023


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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018


"Both my mother and I used their services over the years, and they have always been honest, transparent, and reliable, and their fees are always reasonable."

Joy C on November 2025

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"Both my mother and I used their services over the years, and they have always been honest, transparent, and reliable, and their fees are always reasonable."

Joy C on November 2025


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Winder Plumbing Co

4.96(
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Winder Plumbing Co

4.96(
73
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Winder Plumbing service and repair is the leak specialist with over 31 years of experience. We are family owned and operated. We don’t use an answering service so when you call you’ll speak directly with the owner. Call us today no matter what your dilemma is. We specialize in leak detection, slab leaks & reroutes, however we perform all types of plumbing services including water heaters, disposals, faucets, drains & remodels. We service the Temecula, Murrieta, Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Sun City, Menifee & Winchester areas.

"Dan was amazingly professional from the moment I called to the moment he showed up and till we completed the transaction. I initially called to get a price quote and was upfront about calling other companies as well, which he was totally fine with. Not surprisingly, Dan did quote the lowest, but I also chose Dan based on his demeanor over the phone. When he arrived, it took him less than 30 minutes to fix the problem but he talked me thru everything he was doing and helped me understand toilet basics. Fantastic, local, independently owned business!"

Bobee S on May 2018

Winder Plumbing service and repair is the leak specialist with over 31 years of experience. We are family owned and operated. We don’t use an answering service so when you call you’ll speak directly with the owner. Call us today no matter what your dilemma is. We specialize in leak detection, slab leaks & reroutes, however we perform all types of plumbing services including water heaters, disposals, faucets, drains & remodels. We service the Temecula, Murrieta, Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Sun City, Menifee & Winchester areas.

"Dan was amazingly professional from the moment I called to the moment he showed up and till we completed the transaction. I initially called to get a price quote and was upfront about calling other companies as well, which he was totally fine with. Not surprisingly, Dan did quote the lowest, but I also chose Dan based on his demeanor over the phone. When he arrived, it took him less than 30 minutes to fix the problem but he talked me thru everything he was doing and helped me understand toilet basics. Fantastic, local, independently owned business!"

Bobee S on May 2018


Phil Perin

4.92(
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Phil Perin

4.92(
63
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

I have been in business serving San Diego since 1996 with countless satisfied customers, many have become friends. I hold a valid business license and full liability insurance. I specialize in Electrical, Plumbing and Carpentry repairs. I am the sole employee of my company so when you book a job with Phix it Phil, you always get Phil. My pricing is competitive. My skill level and multiple areas of expertise make my time efficient and cost effective. I pride myself in on time, competent and honest service to my customers. I stand behind any work I do so your satisfaction is not only guaranteed but my aim. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to book some time to solve those home repairs that have not been done.

"Excellent! Phil is a great guy and true professional. He came on time, knocked out the work very quickly, and we are extremely satisfied. Highly recommended."

Vincent M on August 2018

I have been in business serving San Diego since 1996 with countless satisfied customers, many have become friends. I hold a valid business license and full liability insurance. I specialize in Electrical, Plumbing and Carpentry repairs. I am the sole employee of my company so when you book a job with Phix it Phil, you always get Phil. My pricing is competitive. My skill level and multiple areas of expertise make my time efficient and cost effective. I pride myself in on time, competent and honest service to my customers. I stand behind any work I do so your satisfaction is not only guaranteed but my aim. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to book some time to solve those home repairs that have not been done.

"Excellent! Phil is a great guy and true professional. He came on time, knocked out the work very quickly, and we are extremely satisfied. Highly recommended."

Vincent M on August 2018


Collins Pacific Plumbing

4.86(
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Collins Pacific Plumbing

4.86(
69
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family-owned company serving San Diego for over 30 years. We understand the importance of work that is done right, on time, and with pricing that is honest and fair. We are proud to grow our reputation as a leader in the plumbing industry, and we are proud to partner with you. Let our team of over 50 experienced plumbing technicians work for you! *A+ rating from BBB *Affordable, honest pricing *Experienced, reliable service techs *Commercial, residential, new construction, service and repair

"Alex was efficient and punctual. Communicated with me throughout the entire process. Very reliable and professional."

Susie G on August 2022

Family-owned company serving San Diego for over 30 years. We understand the importance of work that is done right, on time, and with pricing that is honest and fair. We are proud to grow our reputation as a leader in the plumbing industry, and we are proud to partner with you. Let our team of over 50 experienced plumbing technicians work for you! *A+ rating from BBB *Affordable, honest pricing *Experienced, reliable service techs *Commercial, residential, new construction, service and repair

"Alex was efficient and punctual. Communicated with me throughout the entire process. Very reliable and professional."

Susie G on August 2022

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Hard water doesn’t pose a risk to your physical health when you drink it. In fact, drinking hard water can help ensure you get enough of essential minerals like calcium in your daily diet. However, extremely hard water can contribute to dry skin and make your scalp itchy if you wash your hair in it too often.

No, a water descaler won't descale pipes. The charged water running through the pipes may very slowly dissolve mineral deposits and hold them inside the water, but it's a very gradual process. If your pipes do need descaling, it's much better to get a local plumber to descale your pipes.

The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your installer’s license status.

There are many possibilities for why your shower’s water pressure is low. It might be a simple-to-fix issue like the water valves being partially turned off, a dirty showerhead or hose, leaks in the plumbing, or an old showerhead. However, low water pressure in the shower could also indicate a larger issue with your home’s plumbing system.

The most accurate way to determine whether you have hard water is to purchase a water test kit from a hardware store or send a tap water sample to a lab. But there are some signs you can look out for without professional testing. For instance, if you're consistently dealing with mineral stains on your glassware, windows, and shower doors, you're likely to have hard water. Hard water can also make it harder to lather and rinse soap, so if you're struggling to work up a good lather in the shower, hard water might be the culprit.

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