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Master Plumbing & Leak Detection

Concrete Sawing or Removal, Sink Installation, Garbage Disposal Installation,

About us

LIC NO 777721.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
25 years of experience

Services we offer

Leak detection, commercial drain cleaning, non-destructive testing & investigations., plumbing installation, plumbing repairs

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
5.02 Reviews
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D P.
Aug 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Paul K.
Jul 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$285
They did a good job. Their price was reasonable. They did a very professional job. They were right on time.

Robert B.
Oct 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
unknown

Jeffrey W.
Sep 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
unknown

Val P.
Jul 2015
3.0
$250
unknown

Robert S.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200
unknown

Gregory A.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
unknown

Juan F.
Apr 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
unknown

Thomas Z.
Jan 2015
3.0
$1,800
unknown
Response from Master Plumbing & Leak Detection

"We completed the estimated and authorized work for $1500.00, time and materials(copper pipe and fittings...). It was a full days work to do so, not 4hrs. We've been out several times in the past 8yrs for various repairs on different portions of their plumbing system. This work was to reroute a large cold water line servicing his home. We've gone through our paperwork and photos of this repair and find no reason for this complaint. Everything went as estimated and completed, as scheduled. This homeowner was informed of everything in detail that was going to take place concerning this necessary work. Sadly, this homeowners dwelling is experiencing plumbing issues that appear to be premature for his neighborhood. It is a beautiful house and not that old. It is our opinion that the issues must be related to the construction of the dwelling and materials used. We've attempted to reach out to this homeowner but haven't heard from them yet."


Lesley N.
Jan 2015
2.0
$285
unknown
Response from Master Plumbing & Leak Detection

"We were contacted by this homeowners insurance company who requires us to make an effort to contact the homeowner to schedule an appointment and prior to arrival, both were accomplished and documented. An inspection and test was performed on the Jacuzzi tub. A drain compression nut was leaking at the waste and overflow. As well as the Jacuzzi pump failing during use. These issues were photo documented and reported to this homeowner and his insurance company as the source of the reported water damages. A thermal camera was used to locate the water damage to the dining room below. We've reviewed the report and photos generated for this homeowners claim and verified their accuracy. We did this to make sure we responded appropriately to the claims made about our service while on site. As for the booties, we have our own and use them whenever requested. Our plumbing inspection aided in the claim coverage decision by his adjuster. We don't have authorization to make coverage decisions. We understand that some people are more upset than others about their homes being damaged by their plumbing problems. We often find some people are more sensitive and emotional during these events as well. We obviously hope that this homeowners claim went well for them. We would also like to hear directly from any customer who feels they aren't receiving the level of customer service due them. We go way out of our way to provide the most professional service possible. Insurance providers will only hire the most trust worthy and professional contractors available. Providing them with as much detail relevant to the claim as possible, so they can make their coverage determinations promptly and accurately. We all would like to know that is exactly how our own insurance providers conduct their business. Wouldn't you agree?"


Kirkland B P.
Dec 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
They were referred by a friend.  They reported on time.  The guy who came worked thoroughly.  When I looked at the internet, it was a work that costs about $600 but it only cost me $300.  So, I thought it was reasonable.  They were timely.  They cleaned up after themselves and they were very personable.   

My friend who referred them to me also felt very comfortable with them and was satisfied with their service.  

Rick W.
Nov 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000
He's fantastic. They were just great. We've used them in the past. They don't speak above your head. They're efficient and they're clean. They're professional. They explain things as they're going along. They do the quickest. They don't waste time. They give you all the options.

LaNae N.
Sep 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
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Martin G.
Jun 2014
3.0
See above.........
Response from Master Plumbing & Leak Detection

"We explained repeatedly that we don't have a service charge to just show up. We have no fees to come out. We just could get this homeowner to believe that. We needed to simply come out and take a look at their issue and provide a free estimate. Just as a note; We are in the process of developing an App so the customers can take photos or videos of their plumbing issues and send them directly to us. It will also provide the ability for you to pick a date that you would like for us to come out as well. Having this App will also make it possible to give a rough estimate addressing their plumbing issues. This App is in response to this type of need, as well as others. Still, we feel that nothing will replace a free onsite plumbing inspection and free estimate though."


Rebecca C.
Jun 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
unknown

Gail C.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$79
Very well - no leaks detected that day - not much else to say. Was over a year ago. Was a coupon.

Lyn P.
Apr 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$325
A pipe was leaking in my garage. It was a pipe that vents moisture from a downstairs bathroom up through the roof and the path takes it above the ceiling drywall in the garage. It was a slow drip that had been going on since the home was built in 2003. It finally dripped enough that it made the drywall soft to the touch in about a 2and quot; circumference. As I later learned, it was a defect caused by the builder when someone jammed the ABS pipe in to make it fit, causing it to bow slightly and crack.
Before I called Master Plumbing and Leak Detection, went through all the steps to try and reproduce the leak. Cut open a larger hole in the drywall to see if I could see the leaking pipe. BTW, to my surprise, the ceiling is double drywalled! Guess this is code in CA for garage ceilings or at least for this construction, so that's why it took over 10 years for a slow drip to eat through the drywall. I tried only using certain bathroom faucets one day, using the washing machine another day, using the dishwasher another, etc. Nothing I could do would make any pipe I could see drip.
Before I called Master Plumbing and Leak Detection, I called a large well known plumbing company in San Diego county. They said if they couldn't find the leak, they would need to call a leak detection company. So I figured, why not start with a leak detection company? I saw Master Plumbing and Leak Detection listed on
Angie's List. Called them and they gave me an appointment for a couple days out. Not a problem because this issue isn't a major plumbing leak. If it had been, service would have been performed a lot sooner.
Oscar Perez was the tech who came out. Upon arrival he introduced himself and explained the process he was going to use to find the leak. He gave me a quote before starting any work. Without knowing exactly what it was going to take to find the leak, Oscar quoted me for a job that would be pretty much routine and explained if it got more complicated, the price could increase.
Oscar cut a larger hole in the ceiling exposing a lot more area. After removing some insulation and getting a handle on the different pipes, he went inside the house and sort of got a feel for where the different pipes were leading. Upon a more detailed inspection he found hair line cracks in one of the pipes, as described in the first paragraph. Oscar cut out and replaced a leaking 2and quot; section of the ABS venting pipe with new ABS. After securing the new section, Oscar walked around the house with his thermal camera and ruled out any moisture
within the ceiling below the master bathroom or any other areas. Oscar then performed a static water pressure test of the household's systems.
Oscar was very efficient. He made every effort to keep dust etc to a minimum and cleaned everything up. Would definitely use Master Plumbing and Leak Detection again. And oh yes, the final price for the repair. It actually turned out to be around $10 cheaper than Oscar first quoted! How many plumbing companies do that?



Gabrielle P.
Mar 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
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David M.
Mar 2014
1.0
$200
Informed contact at Master Plumbing and Leak Detection on March 13 about 3 PM that there was a slab leak in apartment unit and requested that service be provided today to find the leak and make repairs. This location is a four unit apartment building and when the water is shut off, all four units have no water. I was informed that service could not be provided until 10 AM on March 14th. I then informed the contact that I would search for other providers to get the work done on March 13. I could not find a service provider to service on March 13, contacting eight other providers. I then called back to Master Plumbing and requested that the service be performed by them. The Master Plumbing technician (Nick) arrived at 11 AM on March 14 and proceeded to find the slab leak. The leak was in the common wall between the downstairs bathroom and the kitchen. Nick opened up the wall on the back of the vanity and found the leaking pipe. He informed me that there were two options to make repairs. Option 1 was to remove the vanity and jackhammer the slab and repair the pipe at a cost of $1000. Option 2 was to bypass the leaking pipe at a cost\ of $1,200. I requested option 2. Then he informed me that he could not make any repairs today.
I contracted with Master Plumbing to find the leak and make the necessary repairs once the leak was found.
I informed Nick that it is a four unit apartment building and when the water is shut off, all four units have no water. I requested that he get authorization to make the repairs today March 14. He called his supervisor and then informed me that the earliest time that repairs could be made was either Monday or Tuesday. I then requested that the least he could do was to cap the leaking pipe so that the water could be turned back on. Nick refused to do so and left.
The capping of the pipe would probably take no more than 20 minutes at the most. This is terrible service. I will not
do business with this company in the future.
I also called the contact at Master Plumbing and tried to find out why the repairs were not made. The contact made
many excuses and apologized. There is no excuse for Master Plumbing because I informed the contact that this was a slab leak on March 13. Master Plumbing should have provided enough technicians at the job site to find and fix the
leak on the same day.
I had another company do the repairs that day.


Thomas Z.
Feb 2014
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600
Well. Dificult project due to location of pipes behind fireplace. sent a small plumber with special tools. Everything went well and no problems.

Fabriane H.
Jan 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I had a puddle of water in my yard with no rain to create it and so I called these guys to detect the leak. After shoveling a little bit of dirt, they found that the leak was right there (I had feared it would be under the slab as it was next to the house). He didn't charge me since it was such an easy find. They were too busy to repair the leak, but he did refer me to another plumber that did (Zack Smith Plumbing).

Irene C.
Jan 2014
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They always follow up on whatever we're supposed to do. They were really slow but they did a good job.

Evie H.
Jan 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
He brought a catalog of kitchen and bathroom fixtures. I special ordered three toilets from this company. It was an excellent experience. The plumber was very professional and answered my many questions. The entire interaction comprised of three visits. The first visit was for the estimate. The second visit was when he came to remove 2 of the old ones and replace them with 2 of the new ones. The last visit was on December 30th, during which the last toilet was removed and replaced with a new toilet, (which took a little longer to receive because it was a special order of a popular toilet.)

STEVE P.
Nov 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$85
After moving to our newly purchased house, we heard a distinct and disturbing dripping sound inside a wall whenever someone was in the shower. Master Plumbing and Leak Detection sent someone out. He was right on time, very professional and explained, in detail, what the noise was in ~10 minutes. It was not a water leak. It was expansion of the pipe in the wall as hot water moved through the cool pipe to the shower. What a relief! No holes in the walls required, no video, no repair. This guy knew what he was talking about! I doubt that a traditional plumber would have had the answer so quickly and easily.
While here, the professional looked at the water heater and all other visible components of the plumbing system, e.g., under sinks for leaks. No problems. I've since referred a family member to this company and he was equally satisfied with them. He had a difficult to find leak in a supply pipe and these guys found it.

Scott B.
Oct 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
I have used Master Plumbing for years for work related items and they are the best. They are not out to cheat you.

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FAQ

Master Plumbing & Leak Detection is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.
Master Plumbing & Leak Detection accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Master Plumbing & Leak Detection offers free project estimates.
No, Master Plumbing & Leak Detection does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Master Plumbing & Leak Detection does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Master Plumbing & Leak Detection offers emergency services.
No, Master Plumbing & Leak Detection does not offer warranties.

Contact Information

PO Box 928343, San Diego, CA 92192

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