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Avatar for G M C Plumbing, Inc.
G M C Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
86
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceShower Install or Replace+13 more

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have worked with many plumbers in Los Angeles, and our experience with GMC Plumbing was by far the best. They are responsive, honest and trustworthy. They did a great job and helped us avoid paying the thousands of dollars other plumbers told us would be needed to fix the problem. We highly recommend them"
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+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Plotke Plumbing inc
4.5(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+9 more

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"My house was built in 1926 and the sewer pipes have not been changed in over 50 years.  Plotke Plumbing would come out every year and snake out the roots in the main line.  This year they had a hard time breaking through, so I decided to have the camera run down the length of the pipe.  Roots were entering the seams of the clay pipe.  Giovanni did the camera inspection, which I watched while the camera went down the line.  He gave me an estimate on using a combination of pipe bursting and reline. Only 2 holes were dug and no trenching. He indicated the job would take 3 days, and offered to start a few days later, since there was no backup or emergency.  I have used Plotke Plumbing on big and small jobs for many years. I trust the owners and decided to go forward.  The crew showed up right on time, spent the first day doing the excavation, second and third day installing the new pipe and cleaning up.  I got to see the completed job by the camera that was inserted in the line for me.  I think they did a good job, showed up on time, did what they said they would do and delivered the finished job at the agreed price. Nobody likes to hear that they need a big plumbing job for their home.  Plotke Red Lilly works around my neighborhood all the time.  They would not be in business this long if they were not doing a good work and providing good customer service.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
Eric Hardemion Plumbing
4.4(
70
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearWater Heater - Install or Replace+5 more

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I ve never had a same day plumbing appt unless it was an emergency. This time it was different. Called Eric first thing in the morning because of my Mom s kitchen faucet and arranged a time for the same day. He came at the appointed time, examined the broken faucet and decided he could fix it and that s what he did. Very professional, knowledgeable and courteous. I sent his info to all my family because we re always looking for a good plumber."
Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Art's Professional Services Inc.
5.0(
8
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+22 more

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"I stared to look for a plumber after I found water under my water heater. I jumped on Angi and posted my issue. With in minutes....Art messaged me and said he can be her 1st thing in the morning. BTW. This was 10pm at night. His quick response was a plus for me. I had one other respond but he over extended himself to my need. He came at 7amd and said....you need a new water heater. I can got get one and install it now. I was a bit reluctant and he said call me when your ready and left. My wife said his prices looked fair and he seemed like a good plumber. I called him back and said lets dance. He was back at my home in a hour and 1/2...and started the work. He protected my carpet and placed plastic on it. He warned my that maybe the cost might go up due to the age of the pipes and valves. He had the old one out and the new one in an an hour or so. He was quick, clean and polite. I paid him and shuck his hand. I recommend Art for your household plumbing needs. He was excellent."
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+15

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Make it Drain Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
108
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Make it Drain to fix my leaking toilet because my regular plumber was unavailable. I spoke with the main office and was told that a repairman would be at my house within an hour. After an hour and with no repairman in sight or call to explain his absence, I called the office back. I was told that the repairman had to get a part and that's why it was taking so long. The repairman finally showed up two hours after my initial call and promptly left again to get another part -- for which he added an additional $50 to the original quote. The work was completed and they did come back the following day when the toilet still wasn't fixed. But they could not detect any problem and left. The best thing about this experience is that it has renewed my already-considerable confidence in my regular plumber. Should I have an urgent matter in the future, I will wait until he is available. He is more reliable than Make it Drain (he comes when he says he will) and he is much more reasonably priced."
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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

Delaying plumbing in Malibu exposes your home to serious hazards. The salty ocean air accelerates pipe corrosion, turning minor repairs into full replacements. Following nearby wildfires, uninspected pipes leave your household at risk of consuming contaminated water. Additionally, postponing septic maintenance or ignoring CA drought-cycle soil shifts leads to severe structural damage and regulatory violations. Address these issues promptly to keep your property safe.

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Yes, updated plumbing significantly increases your property value in Malibu. Buyers in this luxury market expect fully documented, code-compliant systems. A recently inspected septic system or confirmed sewer connection serves as a major selling point. Furthermore, properties with clean permit records and certified post-wildfire plumbing assessments easily pass strict CA real estate inspections. Completing these essential upgrades directly supports a higher, more defensible asking price.

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A frequent mistake during plumbing in Malibu is skipping the required coastal development permits for minor projects. Homeowners also err by investing heavily in septic repairs without verifying mandatory sewer transition plans. Ignoring post-wildfire pipe inspections leaves families vulnerable to harmful vapor intrusion. Additionally, failing to account for strict CA seismic upgrades or underestimating access challenges on steep hillside lots causes significant project delays.

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Several unique property features complicate plumbing in Malibu. Steep hillside terrain and custom beachfront layouts make trenching and pipe access quite difficult. Many homes face strict coastal development restrictions requiring special permits before any ground disturbance. Furthermore, CA seismic codes mandate specific safety upgrades, such as water heater strapping. You must also navigate saltwater intrusion and bluff erosion, which severely compromise underground pipes.

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Start your Malibu plumbing preparation by confirming your specific permit and coastal commission requirements early. Check your current sewer or septic status to ensure your planned upgrades align with local mandates. Schedule ground disturbance projects in late spring to avoid the rainy season and CA fire season. Finally, conduct a pre-project water quality test and thoroughly document your existing pipes to prevent unexpected mid-project surprises.

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