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Water Heaters Masters

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Water Heaters Masters

4.89(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
64 local quotes requested

We are a small family owned business and our reputation is built one satisfied customer at a time. In a time where finding honest and well trained experts in the plumbing industry is difficult, we pride ourselves in serving you better. We know you have choices and will make every effort to demonstrate that we are the best option for your water heater, tankless water heater, and high efficiency water heater needs. We offer competitive pricing, the best products, and most important great customer service. We also want to do work for your friends and family, so the best endorsement for us is a job well done and a happy customer. We do standard water heater repairs and replacement but also bigger projects like relocation jobs and tankless water heater installations to name a few. Our technicians are highly experienced and have installed thousands of water heaters. Call or text us at 925-817-8342 for a free estimate. We serve residential or commercial customers, including apartments and condos.

"Quite excellent with relatively affordable compare to other provider ( although still expensive ). I would recommend. Excellent service."

Bill Y on December 2024

We are a small family owned business and our reputation is built one satisfied customer at a time. In a time where finding honest and well trained experts in the plumbing industry is difficult, we pride ourselves in serving you better. We know you have choices and will make every effort to demonstrate that we are the best option for your water heater, tankless water heater, and high efficiency water heater needs. We offer competitive pricing, the best products, and most important great customer service. We also want to do work for your friends and family, so the best endorsement for us is a job well done and a happy customer. We do standard water heater repairs and replacement but also bigger projects like relocation jobs and tankless water heater installations to name a few. Our technicians are highly experienced and have installed thousands of water heaters. Call or text us at 925-817-8342 for a free estimate. We serve residential or commercial customers, including apartments and condos.

"Quite excellent with relatively affordable compare to other provider ( although still expensive ). I would recommend. Excellent service."

Bill Y on December 2024


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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling

4.45(
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling

4.45(
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Customers say: Super punctual
701 local quotes requested
44 years of experience

Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!

"The plumbing technicians came out as promised to assess the leak. They were both very courteous and kind and assessed the damage. I am giving three stars because they estimated the cost to be almost 250% higher than what the actual cost was to fix the issue. I am sure there are customers out there that would just accept any bid however, please get multiple beds for these projects, especially when working with this company as they will inflate the cost to take advantage of the situation. I ended up only paying for the $79 estimate."

Kevin C on September 2025

Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!

"The plumbing technicians came out as promised to assess the leak. They were both very courteous and kind and assessed the damage. I am giving three stars because they estimated the cost to be almost 250% higher than what the actual cost was to fix the issue. I am sure there are customers out there that would just accept any bid however, please get multiple beds for these projects, especially when working with this company as they will inflate the cost to take advantage of the situation. I ended up only paying for the $79 estimate."

Kevin C on September 2025


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Hello My name is Jason, I have been a sf union plumber for for 20+ years I have experience in all areas of service, new builds, TI, you name I can do it. I started as an apprentice at 18 and moved up to foreman 2. I am open to any role to help support my family during these tough times. I am fully qualified in working, training, mentor, and getting my hands dirty, I have installed more water heaters gas or tankless than I count. I can start immediately and am looking forward to a new chapter in my life. Please see my qualifications attached. I'm sure there are more but I stuck to the most pertinent. Clean DMV, clean record, reliable transportation and ready to work. Please call or text at anytime Jason 415-871-4563 Kindly Jason

Hello My name is Jason, I have been a sf union plumber for for 20+ years I have experience in all areas of service, new builds, TI, you name I can do it. I started as an apprentice at 18 and moved up to foreman 2. I am open to any role to help support my family during these tough times. I am fully qualified in working, training, mentor, and getting my hands dirty, I have installed more water heaters gas or tankless than I count. I can start immediately and am looking forward to a new chapter in my life. Please see my qualifications attached. I'm sure there are more but I stuck to the most pertinent. Clean DMV, clean record, reliable transportation and ready to work. Please call or text at anytime Jason 415-871-4563 Kindly Jason


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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

4.80(
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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We are veterans in residential and commercial plumbing needs. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"They recommended a good solution for the occasional shallow flooding in the garage (installing a sump pump) They started soon after we submitted the request and they did a good job. Most importantly, the pump kept the garage dry through our seemingly endless rains this winter. There are 2 reasons I rate the job with 4 stars rather than 5. (1) The job did not pass the city’s inspection and a critical connection had to be reconfigured (after which it passed) and (2) there was some weirdness around payment on the last day of the actual work (before the inspection) in which the crew seemed unwilling to leave without a check and then were slowly driving around the neighborhood afterwards. When I brought this up with my contact at the company, he denied that the van was theirs (which it definitely was) and didn’t really explain or defuse the bad feeling this created. But … they did a good job and in this day and age that’s really important and can’t be taken for granted. I recommend this company with the suggestion that paperwork, permitting, terms of payment etc should be clearly settled in advance."

Lynn F on July 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We are veterans in residential and commercial plumbing needs. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"They recommended a good solution for the occasional shallow flooding in the garage (installing a sump pump) They started soon after we submitted the request and they did a good job. Most importantly, the pump kept the garage dry through our seemingly endless rains this winter. There are 2 reasons I rate the job with 4 stars rather than 5. (1) The job did not pass the city’s inspection and a critical connection had to be reconfigured (after which it passed) and (2) there was some weirdness around payment on the last day of the actual work (before the inspection) in which the crew seemed unwilling to leave without a check and then were slowly driving around the neighborhood afterwards. When I brought this up with my contact at the company, he denied that the van was theirs (which it definitely was) and didn’t really explain or defuse the bad feeling this created. But … they did a good job and in this day and age that’s really important and can’t be taken for granted. I recommend this company with the suggestion that paperwork, permitting, terms of payment etc should be clearly settled in advance."

Lynn F on July 2024


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Ryan's Plumbing & Construction

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Ryan's Plumbing & Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Ryans Plumbing we offer a $199 service call. We pride ourselves on being a plumbing company that stands out from the rest. With our exceptional services, expert team, and commitment to quality work, we guarantee customer satisfaction every step of the way. Our range of services is comprehensive and tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers. From routine plumbing maintenance and repairs to complex installations and renovations, we handle it all. Whether you need assistance with leaky faucets, clogged drains, water heater installations, or sewer line repairs, our skilled plumbers have the expertise to get the job done efficiently and effectively. What sets us apart is our team of dedicated professionals. Each member of our team is highly trained and experienced in all aspects of plumbing. We carefully select our plumbers based on their skills, knowledge, and commitment to excellence. Our team's expertise allows us to tackle even the most challenging plumbing issues with confidence and precision.

"Ryan did a great job for us and explained what he was doing every step of the way. Excellent service"

Pam C on April 2024

At Ryans Plumbing we offer a $199 service call. We pride ourselves on being a plumbing company that stands out from the rest. With our exceptional services, expert team, and commitment to quality work, we guarantee customer satisfaction every step of the way. Our range of services is comprehensive and tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers. From routine plumbing maintenance and repairs to complex installations and renovations, we handle it all. Whether you need assistance with leaky faucets, clogged drains, water heater installations, or sewer line repairs, our skilled plumbers have the expertise to get the job done efficiently and effectively. What sets us apart is our team of dedicated professionals. Each member of our team is highly trained and experienced in all aspects of plumbing. We carefully select our plumbers based on their skills, knowledge, and commitment to excellence. Our team's expertise allows us to tackle even the most challenging plumbing issues with confidence and precision.

"Ryan did a great job for us and explained what he was doing every step of the way. Excellent service"

Pam C on April 2024


Greentech Industry Inc.

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Greentech Industry Inc.

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General contracting firm Licensed and bond it. A-Z construction *demo *framing * plumbing *electrical * tiles *flooring * painting *complete remodeling

General contracting firm Licensed and bond it. A-Z construction *demo *framing * plumbing *electrical * tiles *flooring * painting *complete remodeling


Airtechs mechanical

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Airtechs mechanical

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A/C Installation Air Duct Installation Commercial Services Electric Furnace Installation Flame Sensor Repair Gas Furnace Repair Heater Repair Thermostat Repair A/C Repair Air Duct Repair Ductless A/C Services Electric Furnace Repair Gas Furnace Installation Heater Installation System Maintenance owner operated, 5 years in buisness

A/C Installation Air Duct Installation Commercial Services Electric Furnace Installation Flame Sensor Repair Gas Furnace Repair Heater Repair Thermostat Repair A/C Repair Air Duct Repair Ductless A/C Services Electric Furnace Repair Gas Furnace Installation Heater Installation System Maintenance owner operated, 5 years in buisness



Space Demolition, Inc.

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Space Demolition, Inc.

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It was excellent. The workers were thorough, good people, cleaned up after themselves, and good price. I would recommend them to anyone."

Choni Y on June 2022

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It was excellent. The workers were thorough, good people, cleaned up after themselves, and good price. I would recommend them to anyone."

Choni Y on June 2022


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Bayvalley Mechanical Inc.

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Bayvalley Mechanical Inc.

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4 years of experience

Hello, my name is Anthony Cedillo i am the proud owner of Bayvalley Mechanical Inc. I established this business in 2020. We are a UA Local 342 plumbing and heating service contractor. We specialize in a wide variety of commercial and residential services. I have 16 years in the plumbing and heating industry. I started as a non union apprentice joined UA Local 342 in 2005 and completed a residential and building trades apprenticeship. I've worked my self up as an apprentice to journeymen, foreman, to general foreman, before deciding to go into business for myself. Our team strives to provide our customers the best possible service at a competitive price, as well as doing what we can to meet budgets or offer options to meet the financial needs to get the job done. We service the majority of the Bay Area as well as some parts of the Central Valley. If your in need of any plumbing or heating service work from regular maintenance, remodels, additions to new construction projects. Natural gas and propane systems, drain cleaning services, camera inspections and pipe locating, to pipe freezing and slab leak detection. No job to small no project we cant get done. We make sure we get the job done right the first time and guarantee the best labor warranty on all our work.

Hello, my name is Anthony Cedillo i am the proud owner of Bayvalley Mechanical Inc. I established this business in 2020. We are a UA Local 342 plumbing and heating service contractor. We specialize in a wide variety of commercial and residential services. I have 16 years in the plumbing and heating industry. I started as a non union apprentice joined UA Local 342 in 2005 and completed a residential and building trades apprenticeship. I've worked my self up as an apprentice to journeymen, foreman, to general foreman, before deciding to go into business for myself. Our team strives to provide our customers the best possible service at a competitive price, as well as doing what we can to meet budgets or offer options to meet the financial needs to get the job done. We service the majority of the Bay Area as well as some parts of the Central Valley. If your in need of any plumbing or heating service work from regular maintenance, remodels, additions to new construction projects. Natural gas and propane systems, drain cleaning services, camera inspections and pipe locating, to pipe freezing and slab leak detection. No job to small no project we cant get done. We make sure we get the job done right the first time and guarantee the best labor warranty on all our work.

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

Installing a water softener could help reduce calcium buildup in your pool if your pool has high calcium hardness as a result of hard drinking water in your home. Pool softeners work by exchanging calcium and magnesium for sodium, so if you use softened water to top off your pool, it may help keep calcium hardness from rising over time. However, it won’t lower the calcium hardness of the water already in your pool and isn’t a practical way to control pool calcium levels. The average water softener installation cost is between $200 and $6,000.

You should not use a water conditioner with a water softener because a water conditioner changes the chemistry of the water and causes the ion exchange in a softener to be ineffective. Choose a water softener if you have hard water or well water, and use a water conditioner if you need to remove certain contaminants.

Hard water doesn’t hurt, but it might feel more abrasive, especially if you have sensitive skin. It’s also about how your skin feels after bathing. You might feel as though you have a sticky film over your body because you do—it’s all that soapy residue left behind because the hard water can’t rinse it off completely.

Yes, it’s fine to drink softened water. However, if you follow a low-sodium diet or have high blood pressure or sodium-related health concerns, make sure to speak with your doctor beforehand. If they advise against drinking water that’s been softened with sodium, you might be able to use potassium in your water softener instead.

A lower-end water softener would cost around $900, not including installation. Each home has different requirements, water hardness, and number of inhabitants, so there’s a huge range in pricing—$600 to over $6,000. The average water softener repair bill is around $500, meaning it’s a much better option to repair any issues and only replace your softener if absolutely necessary. 

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