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Avatar for Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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

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Fast Water Heater Company

4.73(
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Fast Water Heater Company

4.73(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

We offer same day installations for gas and electric tank water heaters. We also install tankless and hybrid/heat-pump water heaters. We've been in business since 1986. Serving Western Washington including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett and Olympia areas. We are licensed, bonded and insured. A rating through BBB and awards from Puget Sound Energy for helping consumers save energy.

"From the first phone call to the final installation and closure on the hybrid water heater purchase, every step was done clearly, smoothly, and timely. From providing the top-line product and its installation at the best competitive price to the quality and completeness of the work on installation, we were impressed and pleased."

Tom H on September 2024

We offer same day installations for gas and electric tank water heaters. We also install tankless and hybrid/heat-pump water heaters. We've been in business since 1986. Serving Western Washington including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett and Olympia areas. We are licensed, bonded and insured. A rating through BBB and awards from Puget Sound Energy for helping consumers save energy.

"From the first phone call to the final installation and closure on the hybrid water heater purchase, every step was done clearly, smoothly, and timely. From providing the top-line product and its installation at the best competitive price to the quality and completeness of the work on installation, we were impressed and pleased."

Tom H on September 2024

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Ribbs Plumbing Services

4.81(
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Ribbs Plumbing Services

4.81(
88
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

R.P.S. Plumbing other known as Ribbs Plumbing Services was started by a fourth generation plumber David Ribbs. David is part of the Ribbs family which has been plumbing in the Silicon Valley since 1927. R.P.S. was started to provide a new high quality plumbing company that Silicon Valley has been missing, and one that wasn't at an outrageous cost to our clients! Quality is the number one concern for this business; from the shiny new trucks to the floor savers on our technicians, feet this is plumbing at its finest! RPS believes there is no other outfit in the valley that can charge the same amount and provide the same quality!! Of course other outfits are cheaper, but you get what you pay for with R.P.S. Plumbing!!!

"I called RPS back to look at something they fixed a year ago. They have pictures and records of what was done last year and they showed how the new leak wasn’t from last years repair. David did a great job of fixing the problem."

Andrew Y on May 2024

R.P.S. Plumbing other known as Ribbs Plumbing Services was started by a fourth generation plumber David Ribbs. David is part of the Ribbs family which has been plumbing in the Silicon Valley since 1927. R.P.S. was started to provide a new high quality plumbing company that Silicon Valley has been missing, and one that wasn't at an outrageous cost to our clients! Quality is the number one concern for this business; from the shiny new trucks to the floor savers on our technicians, feet this is plumbing at its finest! RPS believes there is no other outfit in the valley that can charge the same amount and provide the same quality!! Of course other outfits are cheaper, but you get what you pay for with R.P.S. Plumbing!!!

"I called RPS back to look at something they fixed a year ago. They have pictures and records of what was done last year and they showed how the new leak wasn’t from last years repair. David did a great job of fixing the problem."

Andrew Y on May 2024

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Fast Water Heater Company

4.70(
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Fast Water Heater Company

4.70(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Local, trusted, and FAST! Fast Water Heater Company has been serving the local community since 1986. We repair and install all types of water heaters including standard tank water heaters, tankless water heaters, and super-energy-efficient heat pump water heaters. Call us at 800-454-8955 today!

"Service was amazing thank you earl and fast water heater my family and I appreciate it"

David M on April 2023

Local, trusted, and FAST! Fast Water Heater Company has been serving the local community since 1986. We repair and install all types of water heaters including standard tank water heaters, tankless water heaters, and super-energy-efficient heat pump water heaters. Call us at 800-454-8955 today!

"Service was amazing thank you earl and fast water heater my family and I appreciate it"

David M on April 2023

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George Salet Plumbing Inc

4.95(
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George Salet Plumbing Inc

4.95(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

George Salet Plumbing originated in 1979. Our business model is based on the premise of quality service and attention to client needs. It is our goal to offer you only the highest quality possible in both product and service. Our technicians are highly skilled and go through on-going training to remain at the top of their game. They are put through rigid standards just to be eligible for employment including but not limited to a full background check, drug screening and a number of plumbing examinations to ensure and demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the plumbing industry. Service Area: portions of San Mateo county

"Everything went great, I had no problems reaching the office by phone and they were quick to schedule me. Carlos took care of everything just as needed. I would call on them again for plumbing help."

Shawn T on June 2022

George Salet Plumbing originated in 1979. Our business model is based on the premise of quality service and attention to client needs. It is our goal to offer you only the highest quality possible in both product and service. Our technicians are highly skilled and go through on-going training to remain at the top of their game. They are put through rigid standards just to be eligible for employment including but not limited to a full background check, drug screening and a number of plumbing examinations to ensure and demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the plumbing industry. Service Area: portions of San Mateo county

"Everything went great, I had no problems reaching the office by phone and they were quick to schedule me. Carlos took care of everything just as needed. I would call on them again for plumbing help."

Shawn T on June 2022

Fifteen Dollar Sewer & Drain

4.77(
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Fifteen Dollar Sewer & Drain

4.77(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are 24 hours of operation, our office hours are 7am to 6pm monday thru saturday.We have credit applications avail. Our staff is here to help you understand any questions you may need help in.We give a 2 hour window.

We are 24 hours of operation, our office hours are 7am to 6pm monday thru saturday.We have credit applications avail. Our staff is here to help you understand any questions you may need help in.We give a 2 hour window.

Simm's Plumbing & Water Equipment

4.93(
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Simm's Plumbing & Water Equipment

4.93(
15
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Simms Plumbing & Water Equipment is an independent full service plumbing company, owned and operated by Steve Simms. Simms Plumbing serves the San Mateo Coastside and Peninsula ommunities

"They are excellent and reliable. They are really quick and professional. I would highly recommend them and I would hire them again."

Judy W on April 2019

Simms Plumbing & Water Equipment is an independent full service plumbing company, owned and operated by Steve Simms. Simms Plumbing serves the San Mateo Coastside and Peninsula ommunities

"They are excellent and reliable. They are really quick and professional. I would highly recommend them and I would hire them again."

Judy W on April 2019

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Oro Pro Plumbing Inc

4.70(
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Oro Pro Plumbing Inc

4.70(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Oro Pro Plumbing Inc. is your honest, efficient, reliable plumber, who ensures any projects completed will be done with excellence. We specialize in tankless water heater installations, service repairs, and drain cleaning. Customer satisfaction is the especially important for a long lasting professional relationship, we hope to gain your trust.

"The work took a little over one hour for two workers. They used a hydro jet on a trailer towed behind their truck. So they had the right tools for the job. They were courteous and efficient. It was not cheap, at nearly $1000. But yes, I would hire them again."

James B on March 2021

Oro Pro Plumbing Inc. is your honest, efficient, reliable plumber, who ensures any projects completed will be done with excellence. We specialize in tankless water heater installations, service repairs, and drain cleaning. Customer satisfaction is the especially important for a long lasting professional relationship, we hope to gain your trust.

"The work took a little over one hour for two workers. They used a hydro jet on a trailer towed behind their truck. So they had the right tools for the job. They were courteous and efficient. It was not cheap, at nearly $1000. But yes, I would hire them again."

James B on March 2021

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Cabrillo Plumbing

4.52(
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Cabrillo Plumbing

4.52(
195
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Customers say: Super punctual
64 years of experience

Serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1961 - Toll Free (800) 908-3888.

"Erick and Javier from Cabrillo Plumbing and Heating recently completed the installation of a new heat pump to replace my 30-year-old furnace. They were able to figure out how to install all of the new wiring and tubing in my 1902 Victorian home. Only 2 small holes were required to be made in the drywall . All of the wiring and tubes were neatly tacked down. Their work was impeccable and they were so courteous, respectful and pleasant. They were always on time and they cleaned up the area where the work was so done such that it was cleaner than when they started! The heat pump is such an improvement over my gas heater and incredibly quiet. I highly recommend Cabrillo Plumbing, Heat & Air!"

Karen P on June 2025

Serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1961 - Toll Free (800) 908-3888.

"Erick and Javier from Cabrillo Plumbing and Heating recently completed the installation of a new heat pump to replace my 30-year-old furnace. They were able to figure out how to install all of the new wiring and tubing in my 1902 Victorian home. Only 2 small holes were required to be made in the drywall . All of the wiring and tubes were neatly tacked down. Their work was impeccable and they were so courteous, respectful and pleasant. They were always on time and they cleaned up the area where the work was so done such that it was cleaner than when they started! The heat pump is such an improvement over my gas heater and incredibly quiet. I highly recommend Cabrillo Plumbing, Heat & Air!"

Karen P on June 2025

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Water Softeners questions, answered by experts

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.

Hard water isn’t unhealthy. It’s safe to drink, bathe in, and cook with. However, it can make some skin, hair, and scalp problems, such as eczema, worse by affecting the pH balance of your skin and hair. Additionally, some people don’t like the taste of hard water, but it does contain minerals that are important to your overall health, like calcium.

To get utilities set up on a property, you first have to contact the local department of planning to determine whether your property is able to connect to public utilities. From there, you can work with a structural engineer and/or a building contractor to design the layout of utility lines on the property. The pros will need this information as they begin securing building permits before they can start adding lines.

If your property isn’t able to connect to public utilities, you’ll need to consider working with pros to develop a comfortable off-grid home that will meet your needs.

Hard water stains can be a headache because they will reoccur as long as hard water flows through. Thankfully, hard water stains are not permanent. With the right tools and an appropriate cleaning routine, you can prevent hard water stains from ever building up. However, you might feel like you are stuck in a constant cleaning cycle. In that case, you may consider hiring a contractor to perform routine cleaning.

Softener systems extend appliance life spans, improve skin and hair health, and reduce pipe buildup by removing minerals like calcium and magnesium.

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