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Avatar for Albano's Plumbing & Drain
Albano's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
49
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+22 more

Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I set an appointment with Albano's Plumbing & Drain for Friday which made it easy for me and the guy was right on time, pulled the trap apart and fixed it. They were really good. They answered the phone and they were very professional, they told me when they could be there and when they couldn't, they gave me a choice of when they could come, the guy who came over was nice and clean and he did a really good job. I was very happy. He removed the sink, fixed it, put everything back, cleaned up and he was done."
Keith
Lucas
Roberto
Shower Before
Shower After

+7

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for MVP Plumbing, Inc.
MVP Plumbing, Inc.
4.7(
669
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateGas PipingSewer Main - Clear+5 more

Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner of this company Caesar was very helpful explaining the process. His crew were utmost professionals, and very thorough; to include office staff who provided updates and information. I know who I will be calling in the future for all my plumbing needs."
MVP Plumbing, Inc
MVP Plumbing, Inc
MVP Plumbing, Inc
MVP Plumbing, Inc
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Burris Brothers Plumbing & Heating
5.0(
76
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+6 more

Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kenny has been my go-to plumber since I bought the house 4 years ago. He always gives me an honest assessment of the issues and does professional work every time. I've used Burris Brothers for almost all of my plumbing projects big and small. Very happy with the quality of work."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
So-Cal Plumbing & Rooter
4.6(
202
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateSewer Main - Clear+5 more

Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was skeptical at first of using HomeAdvisor to get more bids for work on our residential sewer lines but went ahead and accepted a connection with So-Cal Plumbing & Rooter. Jose called me immediately and his partner Alex and crew were here within half an hour. They did a thorough job diagnosing our issue and provided the most reasonable and fair bid we've seen. Once we accepted their offer, they began working straight away and returned in the morning to complete the job. We couldn't be happier with the experience and are grateful to Jose & Alex for their professionalism, honesty and thorough work. They will be our go-to plumbers from now on!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rooters Plumbing Co.
Rooters Plumbing Co.
4.8(
45
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+9 more

Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin was very communicative and professional. He really worked hard on this project. I ended up replacing my Toto toilet because it was too hard to find replacement parts. We could get some, but not all, and I had to visit 2 different plumbing parts companies who gave me the wrong parts. Too much work that took too much time, but I learned a lot! I am SO glad that Kevin and his assistant, Herbert, gave me the option to replace. Thank you, Kevin, you will now be my go to plumber!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Do It Right Plumbers, Inc.
Do It Right Plumbers, Inc.
4.1(
600
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearWater Heater - Install or Replace+14 more

Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I purchased a water heater from Do It Right Plumbers . The tech, Chris, was on time and very thorough The installation went as smooth as could be. When the work was finished, you wouldn't have known any work had been done. It was that clean. Not only would I recommend them, but I also plan to use them in the future for my plumbing needs."
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+1

Response time8 hrs
208 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Kahuna Comfort Plumbing Heating & Air
Kahuna Comfort Plumbing Heating & Air
4.6(
374
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearSewer Main - Clear+3 more

Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HomeX technician Eddie replaced a broken water shut off valve in the bathroom & installed a replacement kitchen faucet. He was knowledgeable, friendly, efficient & responded to my emergency call within the hour. The HomeX office & dispatcher were very friendly & helpful. This is the second time HomeX has come to my rescue to take care of my plumbing problems. I will definitely call them next time I need a plumber."
Roots
Roots
Clean out
Liner
Two way clean out

+9

Response time30 mins
424 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

Discolored water and low pressure strongly indicate failing galvanized pipes in older Downey homes. Warm spots on your floor or unexplained water bills point to patched slab leaks needing proper repair. Repeated sewer backups signal severe root intrusion in clay soils. Look for non-standard pipe configurations under sinks, which reveal unpermitted plumbing work. Replace failing water heaters affected by hard water scale throughout CA.

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Ignoring slow drains in Downey allows tree roots to damage pipes hidden in clay-heavy soil. Avoid using chemical drain cleaners, as they deteriorate older cast iron pipes. Flush your water heater annually to clear hard water sediment common in CA. Run plenty of water through garbage disposals to prevent grease buildup, and avoid overloading washing machine lines during everyday plumbing use.

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Functional plumbing requires permits and inspections to ensure compliance with CA codes, while cosmetic updates like swapping a showerhead do not. Cosmetic projects in older Downey homes expose hidden functional issues, such as corroded pipes behind walls. Both types require strict adherence to statewide water efficiency standards. Hire a licensed contractor to handle required permits and manage overlapping local requirements safely.

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You must choose between copper and PEX materials for re-piping to handle hard water in Downey. Decide whether to route new pipes through walls or break concrete for slab foundation repairs. Choose trenchless or open-cut excavation for sewer repairs to preserve your landscaping. You must also approve the installation of seismic gas shutoff valves and water softeners to meet strict CA regulations during plumbing upgrades.

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Opening walls during plumbing repairs in Downey exposes unpermitted prior work requiring mandatory correction. You face additional expenses for licensed asbestos and lead paint abatement in pre-1980 homes. Breaking concrete to access slab leaks adds significant labor and restoration expenses. Extensive tree root damage and overlapping regional sewer regulations also introduce unforeseen expenses. Install water softeners to prevent hard water from ruining new CA fixtures.

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