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Avatar for Aleman Plumbing, Inc
Aleman Plumbing, Inc
4.8(
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Walk In Tub - Install or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+17 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Carlos was excellent explained every step cleared all of our problems for the agreed upon price on 57 year old plumbing.. I am very happy with my new kitchen faucet and drain and repaired shower drain... I will be calling this business for my plumbing issuse from now on as our other plumber finally retired.."
Grease trap
Replacement grease trap
Replacement grease trap
Replacement grease trap
Attic leak

+11

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by39%of homeowners
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Water Heaters Plumbing and Drains
4.7(
132
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+6 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I found Rafael very knowledgeable and professional. In a very short time, he was able to figure out my problem. Another plumber had come multiple time and couldn't figure it out. He was willing and able to work with me and my insurance company to plan a way to fix it. I would use him if I ever need another plumber."
Plumbing service
Plumbing service
Plumbing service
Plumbing service
Plumbing service

+6

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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My Plumber Inc
4.7(
129
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearGas Piping+7 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

My Plumber Inc is a family owned business. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will ensure that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Avila Plumbing And Heating Services
5.0(
29
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+17 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cayetano was such a great help! We have had a leaky shower for days now so we got around to taking time to hire a plumber and come help. Avila plumbing was here in no time fixing and getting our home back to normal! We are thankful for the work, the time and energy you put into the project. We appreciated the attention to detail and eagerness to really help us. The project was supposed to be small and quick and sure enough we have drywall coming out and Avila in the zone 4 hours in! We are thankful and definitely recommend their service. We have another project lined up as well."
Toilet Replacement
Toilet
Pvc
Pvc
Pvc

+32

Response time2 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Jacuzzi Bath Remodel of California
4.7(
229
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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Elias TJ and Matt arrived when planned and got right to work. Friendly, answered all my questions. New shower surround and tub ready to use by 7:00 pm. Was very pleased with their work and the Jacuzzi plumber called in to change water inlet piping from cast iron to a new piping. Really appreciated the fact they were proficient and did not bash other companies . Please change wording from demolition to reconstruction. Demolition connotes blowing things up."
155 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts

Postponing plumbing repairs leads to accelerated corrosion from the salt-laden coastal air. In older CA cottages, aging galvanized steel pipes corrode internally, causing catastrophic blockages and pinhole leaks inside walls. Unresolved leaks also erode the soil beneath shallow foundations and trigger strict water usage penalties. Address aging gas lines promptly to ensure system integrity and maintain emergency preparedness in fire-prone areas.

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Combine plumbing with other structural upgrades to streamline the permit process. In Carmel, significant renovations trigger Coastal Development Permits or historic design reviews. Tackling plumbing alongside a kitchen remodel prevents opening walls multiple times. Furthermore, CA mandates seismic strapping for water heaters. Addressing these requirements simultaneously ensures your home meets strict water efficiency regulations in a single pass.

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Start by confirming your property’s Coastal Zone status and historic designation, as these dictate exterior modification rules. You must also verify your water meter size and allocation, which strictly govern any plumbing expansions in Carmel. Finally, assess the construction year to identify original pipe materials and check your lot elevation to properly plan drainage and manage local water pressure variations.

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Homeowners overlook strict water efficiency regulations, which demand property-wide retrofits during any permitted plumbing project. Another error involves ignoring the original pipe materials in historic Carmel cottages. Targeted repairs on deteriorated galvanized steel or cast iron pipes lead to complex system failures. Always test your actual site water pressure, as the hilly terrain causes significant pressure variations across the city.

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Historic properties built before 1960 feature original galvanized steel and cast iron systems that require full replacement. Mid-century updates introduced copper lines, leaving mismatched materials behind walls. Modern plumbing focuses on strict water efficiency compliance and pressure-reducing valves. As Carmel homes age, mature tree roots severely damage clay sewer laterals, demanding camera inspections and complete lateral replacements to prevent backups.

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