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Alpha Structural, Inc.

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Alpha Structural, Inc.

4.76(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

Alpha Structural, Inc. has over 850 years of combined technical experience in Foundation and Hillside Repair. All of our experience is hard-core and down-in-the-trenches – not managed from behind a computer. Our in-house engineers and technicians are among the most experienced in all of Southern California. Alpha Structural, Inc. is the ONLY company in the SOCAL area licensed to ENGINEER and BUILD any type of repair project. That means that you'll work with us through the whole project, not unknown sub-contractors that you didn't hire and cannot control or predict. Alpha Structural, Inc. a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor (license # 663409). We are licensed with the following classifications: A (General Engineering Contractor). B (General Building Contractor). C-8 (Concrete). HIC (Home Improvement Contractor). CALL US NOW FOR AN INSPECTION OR ESTIMATE! (323)258-5482.

"Erinn was my initial contact and he gave a very through and fair estimate. We had structural work done to support floor joists and large beams under the garage that needed replacing. Ernesto and his team, Julio, Salvatore and Gilder worked tirelessly to complete the work and were respectful, punctual, informative and good humoured throughout the entire process. I would not hesitate to use them again or recommend them to others. A really great company!!"

Laurie C on August 2023

Alpha Structural, Inc. has over 850 years of combined technical experience in Foundation and Hillside Repair. All of our experience is hard-core and down-in-the-trenches – not managed from behind a computer. Our in-house engineers and technicians are among the most experienced in all of Southern California. Alpha Structural, Inc. is the ONLY company in the SOCAL area licensed to ENGINEER and BUILD any type of repair project. That means that you'll work with us through the whole project, not unknown sub-contractors that you didn't hire and cannot control or predict. Alpha Structural, Inc. a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor (license # 663409). We are licensed with the following classifications: A (General Engineering Contractor). B (General Building Contractor). C-8 (Concrete). HIC (Home Improvement Contractor). CALL US NOW FOR AN INSPECTION OR ESTIMATE! (323)258-5482.

"Erinn was my initial contact and he gave a very through and fair estimate. We had structural work done to support floor joists and large beams under the garage that needed replacing. Ernesto and his team, Julio, Salvatore and Gilder worked tirelessly to complete the work and were respectful, punctual, informative and good humoured throughout the entire process. I would not hesitate to use them again or recommend them to others. A really great company!!"

Laurie C on August 2023


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Rapid Rescue Rooter & Plumbing

5.00(
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Rapid Rescue Rooter & Plumbing

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

Here at Rapid Rescue Rooter & Plumbing we prioritize serving our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. So, why choose Rapid Rescue Rooter? That?s easy!! We have unmatched client service along with 21 years of plumbing and drain service experience. Let us earn your business, you?ll be a client for life. Call now for assistance with any plumbing or drain problems,

"Wesley was extremely responsive. He made all efforts allowing us to continue doing our business at home while he was assessing the problem, assembling his crews, and obtaining a City permit. We were well informed of the progress. His crew did an excellent and clean job, working long hours getting the job done. Including excavated to a depth of 10 feet, patched up our concrete driveway and patched up the AC roadway nicely. Wesley even found time to replace our kitchen faucet and under drain without extra charge. Don’t believe he would be the cheapest initial estimate you would get. We would definitely ask him for all future plumbing needs."

Ferdy C on February 2025

Here at Rapid Rescue Rooter & Plumbing we prioritize serving our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. So, why choose Rapid Rescue Rooter? That?s easy!! We have unmatched client service along with 21 years of plumbing and drain service experience. Let us earn your business, you?ll be a client for life. Call now for assistance with any plumbing or drain problems,

"Wesley was extremely responsive. He made all efforts allowing us to continue doing our business at home while he was assessing the problem, assembling his crews, and obtaining a City permit. We were well informed of the progress. His crew did an excellent and clean job, working long hours getting the job done. Including excavated to a depth of 10 feet, patched up our concrete driveway and patched up the AC roadway nicely. Wesley even found time to replace our kitchen faucet and under drain without extra charge. Don’t believe he would be the cheapest initial estimate you would get. We would definitely ask him for all future plumbing needs."

Ferdy C on February 2025


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Team Rooter, Inc.

4.37(
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Team Rooter, Inc.

4.37(
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Customers say: Quick response
9 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Team Rooter offers quality rooter and plumbing services to our customers in the greater Los Angeles area. This has been our passion! For this reason, our TEAM of professional plumbers and technicians use the latest equipment and state-of-the-art technology to find, diagnose and repair rooter and plumbing problems for our residential and commercial customers. We treat you like part of our TEAM; more like a friend or a neighbor and we aim to bring you the best plumbing experience possible. Whether its a clogged drain or a main sewer line replacement, when you need your job done quickly and correctly at an affordable price; contact Team Rooter . We are your top choice for drain cleaning, sewer repair, waterline repair, and more.

"Evil scammers of the elderly ! These people are sick, taking advantage of seniors on a fixed income with a decline in cognitive thinking as well as Diabetic complications ! I am the homeowners caretaker and son, over 2yrs ago these SCAMMERS took $14000 from my dad to fix a clogged toilet ! ! ! I just found this out. They saw an easy target and ripped my dad off. Instead of snaking and pitting a camera down the toilet, they tore up the front yard. THEY DIDNT REPLACE ANYTHING ! They removed 1 of 2 Darin pipes. IDK why. THE IDIOTS also cut the discharge pipe for the pool [Expletive removed] U MORONS ! They then found a WATER LEAK under the driveway. WHY ARE YOU LOOkiNG FOR A WATER LEAK ! We wanted a toilet unclogged. The workers were [Expletive removed] and didn't even check to see if the clogg was fixed. BEWARE THEY SCAM THE ELDERLY ! ! The toilet never worked after all that. The other toilet is upstairs and is hard for my elderly parents to use. These guys are thrives, everyone contact them and ask why they treat our seniors like this. FIX MY [Expletive removed] TOILET !"

ryan f on May 2025

Team Rooter offers quality rooter and plumbing services to our customers in the greater Los Angeles area. This has been our passion! For this reason, our TEAM of professional plumbers and technicians use the latest equipment and state-of-the-art technology to find, diagnose and repair rooter and plumbing problems for our residential and commercial customers. We treat you like part of our TEAM; more like a friend or a neighbor and we aim to bring you the best plumbing experience possible. Whether its a clogged drain or a main sewer line replacement, when you need your job done quickly and correctly at an affordable price; contact Team Rooter . We are your top choice for drain cleaning, sewer repair, waterline repair, and more.

"Evil scammers of the elderly ! These people are sick, taking advantage of seniors on a fixed income with a decline in cognitive thinking as well as Diabetic complications ! I am the homeowners caretaker and son, over 2yrs ago these SCAMMERS took $14000 from my dad to fix a clogged toilet ! ! ! I just found this out. They saw an easy target and ripped my dad off. Instead of snaking and pitting a camera down the toilet, they tore up the front yard. THEY DIDNT REPLACE ANYTHING ! They removed 1 of 2 Darin pipes. IDK why. THE IDIOTS also cut the discharge pipe for the pool [Expletive removed] U MORONS ! They then found a WATER LEAK under the driveway. WHY ARE YOU LOOkiNG FOR A WATER LEAK ! We wanted a toilet unclogged. The workers were [Expletive removed] and didn't even check to see if the clogg was fixed. BEWARE THEY SCAM THE ELDERLY ! ! The toilet never worked after all that. The other toilet is upstairs and is hard for my elderly parents to use. These guys are thrives, everyone contact them and ask why they treat our seniors like this. FIX MY [Expletive removed] TOILET !"

ryan f on May 2025


RSF Construction Inc.

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RSF Construction Inc.

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6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!


"Plumber snaked the toilet and fixed the sensor on the urinal. Quoted $950. Then he said the valve needed to be replaced on the urinal and toilet due to debris in the piping. Bill jumped to $1900. He said he was on his way to pick up the valve for the toilet and would come down and install it. This was around 11:00 am. I waited till 4:00 pm with no call, no show. The next day I waited till 1:00 pm, then decided to call him. He said it needs a filter installed to catch the debris and would be quite expensive. At that point I asked what the bill was for the work he had already done. He still tried to charge me the $1900. After complaining about him not showing up the day before after telling me he was on his way, and tacking on one issue after another I paid the $975 and terminated any further work."

jeff d on February 2019

All Service Plumbing has over 25 years in business and the expertise to handle any plumbing problem. We take pride in offering quality work and service at competitive rates.

"Plumber snaked the toilet and fixed the sensor on the urinal. Quoted $950. Then he said the valve needed to be replaced on the urinal and toilet due to debris in the piping. Bill jumped to $1900. He said he was on his way to pick up the valve for the toilet and would come down and install it. This was around 11:00 am. I waited till 4:00 pm with no call, no show. The next day I waited till 1:00 pm, then decided to call him. He said it needs a filter installed to catch the debris and would be quite expensive. At that point I asked what the bill was for the work he had already done. He still tried to charge me the $1900. After complaining about him not showing up the day before after telling me he was on his way, and tacking on one issue after another I paid the $975 and terminated any further work."

jeff d on February 2019


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Make It Drain Plumbing

5.00(
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Make It Drain Plumbing

5.00(
51
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thank you for considering Make It Drain Plumbing for all of your plumbing needs. From big to small, we do it all!! We have been in the plumbing industry for over 16 years and a couple of years back, we decided to branch off and start a company of our own to continue making people happy. We've handled every plumbing issue you can imagine, so leave it to Make It Drain Plumbing to carry on with your hard work. It's difficult to find trusted, high quality, licensed & insured plumbers but your search has stopped here. Give us a call now for a FREE on site estimate. If you have ever encountered plumbers in the past that you have not been satisfied with, we know it can be a little scary and I can tell you, trust in Make It Drain Plumbing. We can help you!! Our team of certified plumbers are trained, licensed and ready to tackle your plumbing needs. From typical maintenance & repair to: Sewer Liners Toilet Installations Water Heaters Garbage Disposals Re-pipes Gas Lines Re-Drains Pressure Regulators Faucets Refrigerator Lines Earthquake Shutoff Valves Hydro-Jetting & lots more :)

"My experience with Marc at Make it Drain was fantastic. We had a problem with leakage under the house that we thought was fixed when we bought the place. Turns out two years later that something wasn't done right and we had wastewater accumulating from the kitchen. Marc from Make it Drain came out on short notice on the weekend to look at the job, and he gave me a great estimate, educated me about the issues, talked me through the process, and had a friendly but no-pressure approach. I had several other companies out to make estimates, and one of the estimates was three times what Marc quoted me!! When we arranged the job it was easy, and Marc and his guys showed up on time, did exactly what he said he'd do, kept everything super clean, took pictures to show me what was going on, and continued to keep me looped in so I understood everything. It was a painless process, done quickly and professionally. I will call them anytime I have plumbing needs!"

Beth L on July 2023

Thank you for considering Make It Drain Plumbing for all of your plumbing needs. From big to small, we do it all!! We have been in the plumbing industry for over 16 years and a couple of years back, we decided to branch off and start a company of our own to continue making people happy. We've handled every plumbing issue you can imagine, so leave it to Make It Drain Plumbing to carry on with your hard work. It's difficult to find trusted, high quality, licensed & insured plumbers but your search has stopped here. Give us a call now for a FREE on site estimate. If you have ever encountered plumbers in the past that you have not been satisfied with, we know it can be a little scary and I can tell you, trust in Make It Drain Plumbing. We can help you!! Our team of certified plumbers are trained, licensed and ready to tackle your plumbing needs. From typical maintenance & repair to: Sewer Liners Toilet Installations Water Heaters Garbage Disposals Re-pipes Gas Lines Re-Drains Pressure Regulators Faucets Refrigerator Lines Earthquake Shutoff Valves Hydro-Jetting & lots more :)

"My experience with Marc at Make it Drain was fantastic. We had a problem with leakage under the house that we thought was fixed when we bought the place. Turns out two years later that something wasn't done right and we had wastewater accumulating from the kitchen. Marc from Make it Drain came out on short notice on the weekend to look at the job, and he gave me a great estimate, educated me about the issues, talked me through the process, and had a friendly but no-pressure approach. I had several other companies out to make estimates, and one of the estimates was three times what Marc quoted me!! When we arranged the job it was easy, and Marc and his guys showed up on time, did exactly what he said he'd do, kept everything super clean, took pictures to show me what was going on, and continued to keep me looped in so I understood everything. It was a painless process, done quickly and professionally. I will call them anytime I have plumbing needs!"

Beth L on July 2023


Andy Castillo Plumbing

4.92(
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Andy Castillo Plumbing

4.92(
348
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Free estimates. 30 plus years experience serving the San Gabriel Valley. Our customers are our priority. We hope to assist you in your next plumbing needs.

"While I was painting behind my stove I bent down next to the gas line and actually felt air blowing from a hole in the line onto my cheek--but the air was natural gas. I knew I had smelled some gas, but I kept assuming it was the pilot light. Nope, it was a huge leak in the gas line. No wonder I felt light-headed. I called So Cal Gas to come check it out and their tech replaced the line, but when he tested the pressure on the gas line in the whole house there was still a significant leak. Yikes. The gas company shut off the gas to the entire house, so no cooking, no hot water for showers or laundry. I called another different plumbing company who charged $99 to do an initial visit--wherein they wanted me to sign paperwork for a $600 test of the gas line--but on the first visit they didn't do any work, so I would need to schedule another appointment for a few days later for the gas line test. More cold showers for me. I was informed that if they would cap all of the appliances, then if the line was still leaking, all the horizontal lines would need to be replaced which would be about $9,000, then if that didn't work, all the vertical lines would be replaced for about another $2,000. So upwards of $11k. I asked around and everyone told me they thought that was too high, so I started looking and I found good reviews on Angi for Andy Castillo Plumbing. Their technician, Gus, came out the next day, and immediately went to work. Their gas line test was about $300--so HALF what the other company was charging, and there was no $99 initial visit fee. Gus replaced all five of the interior gas lines and old valves to see if that would hold pressure (and to bring the lines up to code, which they definitely were not). IT WORKED!! Instead of spending $11,000, the entire job cost about $900. Gus checked the line for pressure multiple times to make sure it was holding, then he did it again in front of me, so I could see that it had been repaired. When the gas company inspectors came, they said the line was solid, and they restored my gas!! The entire time Gus was there, he explained everything he was doing and why he was doing it, in clear terms. When I asked him how much it might be if he needed to replace all the gas lines (if the pressure didn't hold), he told me it would be around $3,000--which is almost A QUARTER of what the other company would have charged for the same service. My old plumber retired and I've been looking for someone reliable, honest and skilled to do periodic work on my 110 year old house--and now I found him. Gus is amazing, this company has honest, kind, clear, skilled plumbers, and they are now my new plumbers! (and there have been about four other companies I tried before them for other plumbing jobs, so I don't say that lightly.)"

Elizabeth D on August 2022

Free estimates. 30 plus years experience serving the San Gabriel Valley. Our customers are our priority. We hope to assist you in your next plumbing needs.

"While I was painting behind my stove I bent down next to the gas line and actually felt air blowing from a hole in the line onto my cheek--but the air was natural gas. I knew I had smelled some gas, but I kept assuming it was the pilot light. Nope, it was a huge leak in the gas line. No wonder I felt light-headed. I called So Cal Gas to come check it out and their tech replaced the line, but when he tested the pressure on the gas line in the whole house there was still a significant leak. Yikes. The gas company shut off the gas to the entire house, so no cooking, no hot water for showers or laundry. I called another different plumbing company who charged $99 to do an initial visit--wherein they wanted me to sign paperwork for a $600 test of the gas line--but on the first visit they didn't do any work, so I would need to schedule another appointment for a few days later for the gas line test. More cold showers for me. I was informed that if they would cap all of the appliances, then if the line was still leaking, all the horizontal lines would need to be replaced which would be about $9,000, then if that didn't work, all the vertical lines would be replaced for about another $2,000. So upwards of $11k. I asked around and everyone told me they thought that was too high, so I started looking and I found good reviews on Angi for Andy Castillo Plumbing. Their technician, Gus, came out the next day, and immediately went to work. Their gas line test was about $300--so HALF what the other company was charging, and there was no $99 initial visit fee. Gus replaced all five of the interior gas lines and old valves to see if that would hold pressure (and to bring the lines up to code, which they definitely were not). IT WORKED!! Instead of spending $11,000, the entire job cost about $900. Gus checked the line for pressure multiple times to make sure it was holding, then he did it again in front of me, so I could see that it had been repaired. When the gas company inspectors came, they said the line was solid, and they restored my gas!! The entire time Gus was there, he explained everything he was doing and why he was doing it, in clear terms. When I asked him how much it might be if he needed to replace all the gas lines (if the pressure didn't hold), he told me it would be around $3,000--which is almost A QUARTER of what the other company would have charged for the same service. My old plumber retired and I've been looking for someone reliable, honest and skilled to do periodic work on my 110 year old house--and now I found him. Gus is amazing, this company has honest, kind, clear, skilled plumbers, and they are now my new plumbers! (and there have been about four other companies I tried before them for other plumbing jobs, so I don't say that lightly.)"

Elizabeth D on August 2022


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Leak Free Plumbing and Rooter

4.95(
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Leak Free Plumbing and Rooter

4.95(
176
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Plumbing service and repair specialist. We are available when you need us and specialize in faucet repair/replacement, toilet repair/replacement, drain clogs, water filtration/conditioning systems, tankless/tank water heaters and much more (just ask). True to the name, we are happy to service your home and have nothing but our best efforts to offer. We recognize the customer to be a relationship worthy of investment understanding that in valuing that relationship we demonstrate that we value ourselves. One cannot expect to receive without giving, hence we operate with the goal of leaving more in use value than is received in monetary value. We are anxious for the opportunity to prove that we are worthy caretakers of what you value - your home - and know that we are exactly what you were hoping to find. Additional ares- 626-840-1155 & 310-889-4142

"What a wonderful plumber! He is competent, diligent, responsive and honest. I only wish the other contractors I have dealt with were on par with this man. I will not let anyone else do plumbing for me. And, this is probably the forth or fifth time I have used him over the years."

Richard W on April 2021

Plumbing service and repair specialist. We are available when you need us and specialize in faucet repair/replacement, toilet repair/replacement, drain clogs, water filtration/conditioning systems, tankless/tank water heaters and much more (just ask). True to the name, we are happy to service your home and have nothing but our best efforts to offer. We recognize the customer to be a relationship worthy of investment understanding that in valuing that relationship we demonstrate that we value ourselves. One cannot expect to receive without giving, hence we operate with the goal of leaving more in use value than is received in monetary value. We are anxious for the opportunity to prove that we are worthy caretakers of what you value - your home - and know that we are exactly what you were hoping to find. Additional ares- 626-840-1155 & 310-889-4142

"What a wonderful plumber! He is competent, diligent, responsive and honest. I only wish the other contractors I have dealt with were on par with this man. I will not let anyone else do plumbing for me. And, this is probably the forth or fifth time I have used him over the years."

Richard W on April 2021


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Plumbing and Sewer Care

4.91(
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Plumbing and Sewer Care

4.91(
137
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

We're a full service plumbing company, with 15+ years of experience serving the Greater LA and surrounding areas. We are family owned and operated. We are up to any challenge from commercial to residential, no matter how small or how large your plumbing problem is. Plumbing and Sewer Care does care about all your plumbing needs and more. We're licensed, bonded, and insured. Our plumbers are prompt, friendly, clean, and professional. From the moment we walk in, from the time we leave, we make sure we get the job done with care. We are up to any challenge from commercial to residential plumbing and sewer care needs. From our high tech colored camera inspection to the basics of sewer and drain cleaning. We can diagnose your problem and offer the best solutions for you, with up front pricing before we start any job. We take pride in helping our customers with care.

"Very well only because of the expertise and perseverance of Benny. He had to deal with some unexpected twists but charged the agreed price. My man!"

Ramesh R on November 2018

We're a full service plumbing company, with 15+ years of experience serving the Greater LA and surrounding areas. We are family owned and operated. We are up to any challenge from commercial to residential, no matter how small or how large your plumbing problem is. Plumbing and Sewer Care does care about all your plumbing needs and more. We're licensed, bonded, and insured. Our plumbers are prompt, friendly, clean, and professional. From the moment we walk in, from the time we leave, we make sure we get the job done with care. We are up to any challenge from commercial to residential plumbing and sewer care needs. From our high tech colored camera inspection to the basics of sewer and drain cleaning. We can diagnose your problem and offer the best solutions for you, with up front pricing before we start any job. We take pride in helping our customers with care.

"Very well only because of the expertise and perseverance of Benny. He had to deal with some unexpected twists but charged the agreed price. My man!"

Ramesh R on November 2018


Castle Plumbing

4.91(
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Castle Plumbing

4.91(
202
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Here at Castle Plumbing, we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in the plumbing trade and are committed to quality from the beginning to the end of your project. We look forward to earning your business.Free Estimates, No Travel Charges,Flat Rate Pricing, All Work Guaranteed,State Certified Journeymen Plumbers

"Kelly from Castle Plumbing was phenomenal from start to finish. He came out to assess the issue, told us the problem, quoted us a price, and was back quickly to fix the leak. He showed me the broken pipe he had fixed and charged us exactly what he had quoted. He was in and out in about an hour, and it was not an easy space to work in under the house. Kelly was very responsive on the telephone, and he was super professional and polite! We will be hiring him to install a tankless water heater for our house. Great service!!"

Joe S on June 2020

Here at Castle Plumbing, we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in the plumbing trade and are committed to quality from the beginning to the end of your project. We look forward to earning your business.Free Estimates, No Travel Charges,Flat Rate Pricing, All Work Guaranteed,State Certified Journeymen Plumbers

"Kelly from Castle Plumbing was phenomenal from start to finish. He came out to assess the issue, told us the problem, quoted us a price, and was back quickly to fix the leak. He showed me the broken pipe he had fixed and charged us exactly what he had quoted. He was in and out in about an hour, and it was not an easy space to work in under the house. Kelly was very responsive on the telephone, and he was super professional and polite! We will be hiring him to install a tankless water heater for our house. Great service!!"

Joe S on June 2020

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FAQs for drain pipe installation projects in South El Monte, CA

The regulations around whether drain pipe installers need to hold licenses or certifications differ based on where you live and the type of drain pipe installed. Municipalities have varying rules and regulations about who can and can’t perform plumbing work. However, we recommend hiring a certified plumber to install or modify your drain lines. Licensed plumbers will perform a high-quality, professional installation, which translates to a lower risk of clogs and leaks in the future. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to confirm the license status of your potential plumber before hiring them to install your drain pipe.

The cost to install a drain pipe is $600 on average, but the total can range between $150 and $2,000. Some cost factors that influence your project price include the type of drain, the area’s accessibility, the proximity of existing drain lines, and whether you’re installing a new drain or replacing an old one. Replacing the p-trap or s-trap under a single fixture will usually cost around $150, while replacing a main drain pipe can cost well over $2,000.

Plumbers will typically take one to two hours to install a new drain pipe, but that timeline can vary based on the area’s accessibility, the drain length, and the type of drain line. Replacing an easily accessible p-trap under a sink could take as little as a half an hour, while replacing a larger section of drain line behind the wall could take as long as three to four hours. When hiring a plumber for your specific installation, ask them to provide an estimated timeline to get a more accurate assessment.

You might need a permit to modify or repair any portion of your plumbing system, including drainage lines, depending on where you live. In some areas, simple replacements of existing drain lines don’t require a permit. We recommend asking your drain pipe installer or your local building department about permitting requirements. In many cases, only certified plumbers can pull plumbing permits, so you’ll usually need to leave the permit application to your professional. The fee for the permit will be passed to you on your project bill, though.

We highly recommend leaving the work of replacing drain pipes to a professional plumber. Drain pipes are a key part of your plumbing system, and making mistakes during the installation or even using the wrong size pipes for your specific fixture can lead to an elevated risk of leaks and clogs. Additionally, drain pipes prevent harmful sewer gas from entering your home, so hiring a professional plumber is essential to keeping the risk of leaks and clogs low and avoid reducing your indoor air quality.

The South El Monte, CA homeowners’ guide to drain pipe installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.