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Golden Retrofit

5.00(
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Golden Retrofit

5.00(
76
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
2016 years of experience

Golden Retrofit & Foundation Repair is the most innovative and forward thinking company in the business. We specialize in foundation repair, earthquake retrofitting, foundation replacement and leveling. From complex situations to simple repairs, our experienced team always has a solution.

"I started with a list of over 50 potential companies and knew none of them. I brought my list down to 6 based on experience, license number and reviews. I intended to have 4 of those give me a bid but after Golden Retrofit (bid#2) I knew I was done. Selina knew so much more about the EBB process then the other 5 companies I spoke with. Andy gave me such a good Inspection and knowledge of my crawl space that I knew he crawled through every inch of my space. I've been under my house dozens and dozens of times. Kristina kept me informed of every step and handled my Deposit as well as Final Payment. Jordan was with me prior to the City Inspection and provided quickly each view the City Inspector needed to see. The Inspection Process was so Professional I knew they had down this before. I can't say enough about my experience with Golden Retrofit. In my humble opinion they Are The Best!"

Thomas B on February 2025

Golden Retrofit & Foundation Repair is the most innovative and forward thinking company in the business. We specialize in foundation repair, earthquake retrofitting, foundation replacement and leveling. From complex situations to simple repairs, our experienced team always has a solution.

"I started with a list of over 50 potential companies and knew none of them. I brought my list down to 6 based on experience, license number and reviews. I intended to have 4 of those give me a bid but after Golden Retrofit (bid#2) I knew I was done. Selina knew so much more about the EBB process then the other 5 companies I spoke with. Andy gave me such a good Inspection and knowledge of my crawl space that I knew he crawled through every inch of my space. I've been under my house dozens and dozens of times. Kristina kept me informed of every step and handled my Deposit as well as Final Payment. Jordan was with me prior to the City Inspection and provided quickly each view the City Inspector needed to see. The Inspection Process was so Professional I knew they had down this before. I can't say enough about my experience with Golden Retrofit. In my humble opinion they Are The Best!"

Thomas B on February 2025


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Tony's Plumbing, Inc.

4.92(
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Tony's Plumbing, Inc.

4.92(
489
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
1994 years of experience

Over many years of quality and professional service; Tony's Plumbing, a family owned & operated business, has acquired the ability to quickly and accurately diagnose the work that needs to be done. This makes it possible for us to provide you with a realistic and fair estimate before any service is begun. Angie's List members receive a discount of 10% (ON SERVICE JOBS ONLY) off the hourly rate after the first hour when paid at time of service. Our normal business hours are: Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If you like our services, then we would love to exceed the expectations of your family & friends. Thank you in advance for your thoughtful recommendations of our services!

"We had a issue with our shower and regulating the hot water. We had Kevin put in a new handle and cartridge system. Kevin did a great job installing and cleaning up afterwards. Would hire again."

Mike Z on September 2023

Over many years of quality and professional service; Tony's Plumbing, a family owned & operated business, has acquired the ability to quickly and accurately diagnose the work that needs to be done. This makes it possible for us to provide you with a realistic and fair estimate before any service is begun. Angie's List members receive a discount of 10% (ON SERVICE JOBS ONLY) off the hourly rate after the first hour when paid at time of service. Our normal business hours are: Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If you like our services, then we would love to exceed the expectations of your family & friends. Thank you in advance for your thoughtful recommendations of our services!

"We had a issue with our shower and regulating the hot water. We had Kevin put in a new handle and cartridge system. Kevin did a great job installing and cleaning up afterwards. Would hire again."

Mike Z on September 2023


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Burris Brothers Plumbing & Heating

4.96(
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Burris Brothers Plumbing & Heating

4.96(
76
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Customers say: Quick response
1990 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

BURRIS BROTHERS IS A FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS WITH OVER THIRTY YEARS OF EXPERENCE the best plumbers on the planet FAIR PRICING WITH A GREAT TRACK RECORD CUSTOMER SERVICE IS NUMBER ONE ON ARE LIST. WE WILL BE ON TIME AND GIVE CUSTOMER BEST POSSIBLE OPTION FOR THE WORK BEING DONE.EXPERT IN REPAIRING WATER HEATERS,FLOOR HEATERS,WALL HEATERS,TANKLESS WATER HEATERS AS WELL.WE ALSO PROVIDE SEWER SERVICE WITH DRAIN LINE CAMERA INSPECTION. NEW CONSTRUCTION AND NEW ADDITION FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS .

"Got the job done complety trust these men, first they didnt try to impress me with big words didnt tell me the sky was falling, they are matter of fact less talk more right to the point, not afraid to get their hands dirty like one of the otber companies that sent someone Tbat by looking at him wasn't about to work plumbing but work me for the $. a confidence man I was looking for a plumber and I found the Burris Brothers excellent, they worked well together and are kind and soft spoken, Not like the bombastic salesmen trying to impress me who pose as plumbers and who think that being loud pushy and better than everyone who is a prospective customer who likes being pushed around. I've done my own plumbing on my house this last 20 some odd years and qm getting on am an old man now, I trusted Burris right off, it took some time as my house has pipes from 1908 everyone got along the job is perfect they even asked me to have the gas co come out and recheck. Know they did right plumbers "

Richard G on September 2025

BURRIS BROTHERS IS A FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS WITH OVER THIRTY YEARS OF EXPERENCE the best plumbers on the planet FAIR PRICING WITH A GREAT TRACK RECORD CUSTOMER SERVICE IS NUMBER ONE ON ARE LIST. WE WILL BE ON TIME AND GIVE CUSTOMER BEST POSSIBLE OPTION FOR THE WORK BEING DONE.EXPERT IN REPAIRING WATER HEATERS,FLOOR HEATERS,WALL HEATERS,TANKLESS WATER HEATERS AS WELL.WE ALSO PROVIDE SEWER SERVICE WITH DRAIN LINE CAMERA INSPECTION. NEW CONSTRUCTION AND NEW ADDITION FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS .

"Got the job done complety trust these men, first they didnt try to impress me with big words didnt tell me the sky was falling, they are matter of fact less talk more right to the point, not afraid to get their hands dirty like one of the otber companies that sent someone Tbat by looking at him wasn't about to work plumbing but work me for the $. a confidence man I was looking for a plumber and I found the Burris Brothers excellent, they worked well together and are kind and soft spoken, Not like the bombastic salesmen trying to impress me who pose as plumbers and who think that being loud pushy and better than everyone who is a prospective customer who likes being pushed around. I've done my own plumbing on my house this last 20 some odd years and qm getting on am an old man now, I trusted Burris right off, it took some time as my house has pipes from 1908 everyone got along the job is perfect they even asked me to have the gas co come out and recheck. Know they did right plumbers "

Richard G on September 2025


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Tech Cert Appliance Repair

4.98(
88
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Tech Cert Appliance Repair

4.98(
88
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
2015 years of experience

Licensed, insured, certified and bonded Appliance Repair Company. Providing professional Appliance Repair service for all major brands. (Maytag, GE, Whirlpool, Samsung, Kenmore, Frigidaire, LG). Focused on Customer Service and Satisfaction. Same-day Service and Guaranteed Repair. Parts on Truck and No Service Charge with Repairs. All Major Credit Cards accepted. Washer Repair, Dryer Repair, Dishwasher Repair, Refrigerator Repair, Oven/Stove Repair, Microwave Repair. Fast and friendly service.

"Very efficient "

Rhoda K on November 2025

Licensed, insured, certified and bonded Appliance Repair Company. Providing professional Appliance Repair service for all major brands. (Maytag, GE, Whirlpool, Samsung, Kenmore, Frigidaire, LG). Focused on Customer Service and Satisfaction. Same-day Service and Guaranteed Repair. Parts on Truck and No Service Charge with Repairs. All Major Credit Cards accepted. Washer Repair, Dryer Repair, Dishwasher Repair, Refrigerator Repair, Oven/Stove Repair, Microwave Repair. Fast and friendly service.

"Very efficient "

Rhoda K on November 2025


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The Foundation Works

4.93(
162
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The Foundation Works

4.93(
162
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
2003 years of experience

Foundation inspection, repair, and replacement services for Los Angeles and surrounding cities for more than 20 years. With 800+ 5-star reviews online, we continue to provide affordable foundation inspection, foundation repair, foundation upgrades, foundation replacement, earthquake retrofitting, house bolting for the greater Los Angeles area; including affordable upgrades to your foundation. We pride ourselves in repairing only what your house foundation needs. We offer foundation upgrade services to get your house to full earthquake standards for the Los Angeles area without necessarily having to rebuild your full foundation, saving you thousands in unnecessary repair if at all possible.

"Great Team. Did a pro job."

Darryl S on June 2025

Foundation inspection, repair, and replacement services for Los Angeles and surrounding cities for more than 20 years. With 800+ 5-star reviews online, we continue to provide affordable foundation inspection, foundation repair, foundation upgrades, foundation replacement, earthquake retrofitting, house bolting for the greater Los Angeles area; including affordable upgrades to your foundation. We pride ourselves in repairing only what your house foundation needs. We offer foundation upgrade services to get your house to full earthquake standards for the Los Angeles area without necessarily having to rebuild your full foundation, saving you thousands in unnecessary repair if at all possible.

"Great Team. Did a pro job."

Darryl S on June 2025


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Alliance United Rooter & Plumbing Inc.

4.89(
113
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Alliance United Rooter & Plumbing Inc.

4.89(
113
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
2004 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from the start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They got the job done right and efficiently, better than I expected, more than I asked for. Very friendly and nice."

David S on June 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from the start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They got the job done right and efficiently, better than I expected, more than I asked for. Very friendly and nice."

David S on June 2025


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THE Water Heater Company

4.88(
121
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THE Water Heater Company

4.88(
121
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
2018 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our company was created from our two founders’ shared vision to combine industry-leading knowledge and expertise, with a passion for service excellence, to operate as THE Water Heater Company. Our entire team is united in this quest to be the best. We continuously train, we work together to exceed expectations, and we get better every day. Our goal is to provide our community with the highest quality service and solutions — proudly working every day to earn our reputation as Your Trusted Water Heater Authority. We serve clients throughout Los Angeles County, Ventura County, Orange County, and the city of Santa Barbara. Our amazing team at THE Water Heater Company is the best choice for all of your water heater needs. We offer services for Tank & Tankless Water Heaters, Recirculation Pumps, Water Filtration & Conditioning Systems, Pressure Regulators, and a few other general plumbing services. We look forward to hearing from you!

"We had our water heater replaced by The Water Heater Company and the service was excellent from start to finish. The technician, Mike P., was professional, on time, and extremely knowledgeable. He explained everything clearly, completed the installation efficiently, and made sure the area was clean before leaving. My new water heater is working great. We really appreciate the quality of work and the attention to detail. We highly recommend The Water Heater Company especially if you want a smooth, stress-free water heater replacement done right the first time."

Jackie C on November 2025

Our company was created from our two founders’ shared vision to combine industry-leading knowledge and expertise, with a passion for service excellence, to operate as THE Water Heater Company. Our entire team is united in this quest to be the best. We continuously train, we work together to exceed expectations, and we get better every day. Our goal is to provide our community with the highest quality service and solutions — proudly working every day to earn our reputation as Your Trusted Water Heater Authority. We serve clients throughout Los Angeles County, Ventura County, Orange County, and the city of Santa Barbara. Our amazing team at THE Water Heater Company is the best choice for all of your water heater needs. We offer services for Tank & Tankless Water Heaters, Recirculation Pumps, Water Filtration & Conditioning Systems, Pressure Regulators, and a few other general plumbing services. We look forward to hearing from you!

"We had our water heater replaced by The Water Heater Company and the service was excellent from start to finish. The technician, Mike P., was professional, on time, and extremely knowledgeable. He explained everything clearly, completed the installation efficiently, and made sure the area was clean before leaving. My new water heater is working great. We really appreciate the quality of work and the attention to detail. We highly recommend The Water Heater Company especially if you want a smooth, stress-free water heater replacement done right the first time."

Jackie C on November 2025


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AML SERVICE

4.97(
40
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AML SERVICE

4.97(
40
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
2017 years of experience

Founded January 2017. Please call our office today and get your schedule for your appliance repair. +1 818-818-8204 With Angi Since August 2022. AML Appliance Service is a company founded by an experienced appliance repair technician. Our technicians are certified by DCA and ETA 608 Type l, with over six years of experience as appliance repair technicians. Our service center is providing professional customer assistance. Our well-trained and knowledgeable technicians stay updated on new appliance and manufacturer developments. We have been working in the LA County area with appliance brands like Electrolux, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Samsung, Viking, SubZero, Bertazzoni, Ilve, General Electric, Fisher Paykel, LG, BOSCH, and Thermador. Also, we are officially authorized by Bertazonni, Samsung, and ZLine (BERTAZZONI, SAMSUNG, ZLINE AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER (ASC)).In addition to quality repair services, AML SERVICE is glad to help you with the maintenance and repair of all category appliances. AML Service has the best prices and always backs up our job with warranted parts. Along with our emergency response, most service calls can be scheduled within 4-12 hours. We generally provide a two-hour window for your appointment whether it's in the Am or Pm. We do not repair commercial appliances. Customer satisfaction is our priority.

"Excellent service. Technician Bob was courteous and knowledgeable. Repair was completed as promised. Would recommend."

Stan K on February 2025

Founded January 2017. Please call our office today and get your schedule for your appliance repair. +1 818-818-8204 With Angi Since August 2022. AML Appliance Service is a company founded by an experienced appliance repair technician. Our technicians are certified by DCA and ETA 608 Type l, with over six years of experience as appliance repair technicians. Our service center is providing professional customer assistance. Our well-trained and knowledgeable technicians stay updated on new appliance and manufacturer developments. We have been working in the LA County area with appliance brands like Electrolux, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Samsung, Viking, SubZero, Bertazzoni, Ilve, General Electric, Fisher Paykel, LG, BOSCH, and Thermador. Also, we are officially authorized by Bertazonni, Samsung, and ZLine (BERTAZZONI, SAMSUNG, ZLINE AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER (ASC)).In addition to quality repair services, AML SERVICE is glad to help you with the maintenance and repair of all category appliances. AML Service has the best prices and always backs up our job with warranted parts. Along with our emergency response, most service calls can be scheduled within 4-12 hours. We generally provide a two-hour window for your appointment whether it's in the Am or Pm. We do not repair commercial appliances. Customer satisfaction is our priority.

"Excellent service. Technician Bob was courteous and knowledgeable. Repair was completed as promised. Would recommend."

Stan K on February 2025


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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
108
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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
108
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
2006 years of experience

FREE estimates and 10% off for Angi's List members! A.G.A Construction, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured, full-service construction company. We offer services in both residential and commercial remodeling including, but not limited to, new construction, room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Our mission at A.G.A Construction is to provide excellent customer satisfaction and top-quality work. We work hard to maintain high standards of exceptional customer service and superiority that has become expected of us over the years. Whatever your remodeling needs are, we take the necessary time to discuss with you the wide variety of options, products, styles, specification and your desired budget available in order to make your vision a reality. When working with our team you can be sure that your remodeling project will exceed your expectations. With any remodeling job, a project is only as good as its foundation. The same is true for our company, which is built on a foundation of trust and strong relationships with our clients. As our saying goes “When we are done, you will be happy, and until you are happy, we are not done.”

"We started the process of building our detached ADU at the beginning of 2022. We hired an Architect, who drew up a plan to build a 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom house. After 14 months of waiting and addressing revisions required by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety we got our permit in “Ready to Issue” status. While waiting for city approval, we all started looking for a fair, reliable and honest contractor who would do good/solid construction. We started the process of interviewing contractors and getting bids for the job. After several meetings and several bids, we met Micky Kanian with “AGA Construction”. We found Micky on Yelp. One of his references took us thru an ADU that Micky and team built for his elderly mother-in-law to live in. This family could not say enough good things about Micky and team. They took us thru the property and explained their experience in great detail. We saw another beautiful AGA project, a 5k sq ft + project that was in progress and really knew that day that we’d found our contractor. We weren’t quite ready to pull the trigger for personal reasons, so we put the project on hold. Meanwhile, we continued to collect a couple of other bids that were already in progress. During this process, AGA kept in touch with us. They checked in every few weeks or so, without being pushy or intrusive. After a delay of about 9 months, we decided to move forward with AGA construction. No one is a tougher critic than me. I was dreading this project because of the amount of stress that I knew we’d be under. Both financially and mentally. We’ve all heard and/or lived thru the horror of a construction project gone wrong. I won’t bury the lead any further. We love our ADU!!!!! We started the project on Jan 31st of 2024. We were told that the project would take 6-8 months. We lost the first 6 weeks or so with the heavy rains from last year, but even with that delay, we were mostly done with the project by the middle of August. We ran into the “expected” unknowns and surprises – all dealt with fairly and quickly by Micky and team. I would like to call out Joachin who was amazing. We always felt like we were in the best of qualified hands during this entire process. All inspections were signed off, the last checks were written, and we now have a gorgeous new home behind the main house on that property. We were so happy with the project and trusted Micky and Joachin so much, that we immediately launched a second project of gutting and renovating a very large master bathroom for my In-Laws. That job started on September 23rd and was done the first or second week of November as promised. It would’ve been done sooner, but we had a little “client indecision” that cost us about a week or two. All in all, I would highly recommend Micky and his crew, and we plan to use them for as long as they are in business or until my family and I run out of projects."

howard w on February 2025

FREE estimates and 10% off for Angi's List members! A.G.A Construction, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured, full-service construction company. We offer services in both residential and commercial remodeling including, but not limited to, new construction, room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Our mission at A.G.A Construction is to provide excellent customer satisfaction and top-quality work. We work hard to maintain high standards of exceptional customer service and superiority that has become expected of us over the years. Whatever your remodeling needs are, we take the necessary time to discuss with you the wide variety of options, products, styles, specification and your desired budget available in order to make your vision a reality. When working with our team you can be sure that your remodeling project will exceed your expectations. With any remodeling job, a project is only as good as its foundation. The same is true for our company, which is built on a foundation of trust and strong relationships with our clients. As our saying goes “When we are done, you will be happy, and until you are happy, we are not done.”

"We started the process of building our detached ADU at the beginning of 2022. We hired an Architect, who drew up a plan to build a 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom house. After 14 months of waiting and addressing revisions required by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety we got our permit in “Ready to Issue” status. While waiting for city approval, we all started looking for a fair, reliable and honest contractor who would do good/solid construction. We started the process of interviewing contractors and getting bids for the job. After several meetings and several bids, we met Micky Kanian with “AGA Construction”. We found Micky on Yelp. One of his references took us thru an ADU that Micky and team built for his elderly mother-in-law to live in. This family could not say enough good things about Micky and team. They took us thru the property and explained their experience in great detail. We saw another beautiful AGA project, a 5k sq ft + project that was in progress and really knew that day that we’d found our contractor. We weren’t quite ready to pull the trigger for personal reasons, so we put the project on hold. Meanwhile, we continued to collect a couple of other bids that were already in progress. During this process, AGA kept in touch with us. They checked in every few weeks or so, without being pushy or intrusive. After a delay of about 9 months, we decided to move forward with AGA construction. No one is a tougher critic than me. I was dreading this project because of the amount of stress that I knew we’d be under. Both financially and mentally. We’ve all heard and/or lived thru the horror of a construction project gone wrong. I won’t bury the lead any further. We love our ADU!!!!! We started the project on Jan 31st of 2024. We were told that the project would take 6-8 months. We lost the first 6 weeks or so with the heavy rains from last year, but even with that delay, we were mostly done with the project by the middle of August. We ran into the “expected” unknowns and surprises – all dealt with fairly and quickly by Micky and team. I would like to call out Joachin who was amazing. We always felt like we were in the best of qualified hands during this entire process. All inspections were signed off, the last checks were written, and we now have a gorgeous new home behind the main house on that property. We were so happy with the project and trusted Micky and Joachin so much, that we immediately launched a second project of gutting and renovating a very large master bathroom for my In-Laws. That job started on September 23rd and was done the first or second week of November as promised. It would’ve been done sooner, but we had a little “client indecision” that cost us about a week or two. All in all, I would highly recommend Micky and his crew, and we plan to use them for as long as they are in business or until my family and I run out of projects."

howard w on February 2025


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All Season Rooter And Plumbing, Inc.

4.86(
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All Season Rooter And Plumbing, Inc.

4.86(
98
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
2014 years of experience

All Season Rooter And Plumbing is a locally owned and operated. We have over 18 years of experience. We have been providing top-quality plumbing and rooting services for both residential and commercial properties in the San Fernando Valley, Simi Valley, Pasadena, Hollywood, LA Westside and surrounding areas. No job is too big or small for us. We are competitively priced. You can rely on us for prompt and efficient service.

"did a great job. Real professionals. Highly recommended,"

andrew s on October 2025

All Season Rooter And Plumbing is a locally owned and operated. We have over 18 years of experience. We have been providing top-quality plumbing and rooting services for both residential and commercial properties in the San Fernando Valley, Simi Valley, Pasadena, Hollywood, LA Westside and surrounding areas. No job is too big or small for us. We are competitively priced. You can rely on us for prompt and efficient service.

"did a great job. Real professionals. Highly recommended,"

andrew s on October 2025

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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

You should always cover a French drain with gravel rather than dirt. Gravel will let water seep into the drain more easily, which means the drainpipe will collect more water and divert it away from your foundation. Dirt over a French drain will also clog the pores in the drainpipe over time, rendering your drainage system useless until you excavate the line and clear it, a time-consuming and potentially expensive process.

Several factors dictate if you should waterproof the interior or exterior of your basement. Waterproofing the exterior of your home is a great option if you use your basement for storage, as it provides the most protection from water and water damage. If you prefer work done outside of your home versus inside, exterior waterproofing is best for you. However, interior waterproofing is often less expensive since the area is easier to reach and requires less labor.

Inspect regularly for clogs, clean drain lines, and ensure grading directs water away from the foundation.

Typically, a French drain can last 30 to 40 years if it is maintained properly. The life span of a French drain depends on factors such as the quality of installation and the types of materials used. However, climate and natural disasters can affect the life span of a French drain. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prolong the drain's life span.

The Torrance, CA homeowners’ guide to foundation drain installation services

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