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Plumbing Plus
4.5(
530
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dealing with Plumbing Plus was very pleasant. They answered my request promptly, and sent a plumber out promptly. Darryl was extremely knowledgable and helpful, and we decided on a project . I was surprised by the quote, as another companies was MUCH higher. The following day the project seemed to take a little longer than expected and some unforeseen obstacles presented themself. I was elated that this did not affect the original bid and am completely satisfied the the work and all around personality of Darryl. I would highly recommend plumbing plus to anyone."
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Always important to clean up after ourselves
Tricky Sewer Pipe Installation
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Ladders and lifts to access the pipe overhead

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TOP NOTCH PLUMBING
4.8(
70
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called several popular plumbing companies to replace an old dripping shower/tub faucet in the guest bath. All wanted to use their fixture and cut the shower tile to fit the new fixture, so I gave up. After a year or so, I joined Angie’s list and found Top Notch plumbing. Gordon had some fixture recommendations, but allowed me to purchase my own fixture that was compatible with my current installation. The overall install took about 3 hours. Gordon took care during the work to not damage any existing tile or carpet. He knows his craft and performed a very clean and professional install. Overall, I highly recommend Top Notch plumbing and will be saying goodbye to the popular TV advertising plumbers. Thanks Gordon!"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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My Neighbor's Plumber
4.1(
105
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The gentleman who came was very friendly and  quick to do what he came for.  He explained some things that will help us perhaps in the future and noted that our plumbing was all running well and  looked good!  I would recommend this company and this technician!
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Vista Plumbing
4.8(
32
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Definitely had an awesome experience with Vista Plumbing starting off with Brooke who answered the phone and made it very easy for me to choose this plumbing company down to Robert and Ray who accomplished and finished the plumbing repair very professional knowledgeable and definitely will use again. Also have much respect for this plumbing company they are a family owned business!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Plum-Up Remodeling Experts
5.0(
11
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Bathtub Install or Replace

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

First, A little bit about our company. Plum-up Remodeling Experts opened its doors in California back in 1998. The business is located in San Diego. The firm’s owner has 33 years experience in the construction industry and is a Licensed General Contractor in California. Plum-up Remodeling Experts has built its reputation on repeat business and referrals. It continues to satisfy new and existing customers by solving problems that others leave behind and by creating new projects to fulfill your present dreams. The “Experts” have a broad range of skill and experience to formulate solutions beyond your expectations.

Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+34

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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San Diego Premier Handyman LLC
5.0(
19
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

San Diego Premier Handyman servers with over 10 years of home remodeling expertise. Focusing on all areas of repairs and installation from floor to ceiling , you name it we can do it. Specializing in Bathroom and Kitchen remodels including: new cabinets, light fixtures and light schemes, electrical installations, tile, flooring, painting and the Finishing touches of custom shelving and fixtures to add the personal touch. \n\nHandyman services including all faucets of home repairs and installations. \n\nThe advantage of being owner operated gives the client the ability to have high quality work and experience at their cost budget, without the loops and many faces of a larger type of business. You deal with the one working on your project from start to finish.

Security Fence and Gate
Security Fence and Gate
Remodeling Kitchen
Remodeling Kitchen
Remodeling Kitchen

+50

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Jessy Handyman
4.7(
63
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Excellent Service! Jessy did an outstanding job fixing the leak we had. He was professional, knowledgeable, and got the issue taken care of quickly. He made sure everything was working properly before leaving. I really appreciate his hard work and attention to detail. Highly recommend Jessy to anyone looking for reliable and professional service!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Plumbing Handymen questions, answered by experts

Functional plumbing work, like replacing pipes or water heaters, requires a permit in Poway. Cosmetic updates, such as swapping out a faucet without altering supply lines, skip the permit process. However, CA water efficiency standards still apply to fixture replacements. You must ensure any new toilets or showerheads meet the state's strict flow requirements, even during simple cosmetic upgrades.

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Keep aerator cleaning tools and spare screens on hand to combat the hard water in Poway. A water hardness test kit helps you monitor scale conditions before they damage your plumbing system. Store a gas meter shutoff wrench nearby for earthquake preparedness. Finally, keep leak detection dye tablets available to catch silent toilet leaks and avoid high utility bills.

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Start by locating your main water shutoff valves both inside the home and at the street. For minor plumbing clogs, use a plunger or hand snake instead of chemical cleaners, which harm the local wastewater system. You can safely remove and clean aerators to fix low water pressure. For gas lines or main service alterations, hire a licensed Poway contractor.

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Homeowners frequently skip necessary permits for functional plumbing work, which causes major issues during real estate inspections. Another common mistake in Poway involves ignoring the moderately high mineral content in the local water supply. Many people misdiagnose severe scaling in aerators as a pipe failure. Additionally, failing to install dual seismic straps on water heaters violates CA safety codes.

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Always schedule a final inspection to close out any permits for your plumbing work. Open permits create significant delays when selling a home in Poway. After a whole-house re-pipe, flush all lines thoroughly to clear out debris and check for proper flow. You must also verify that your water heater features dual seismic strapping to comply with CA safety standards.

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