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Water Heaters Masters
4.9(
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Water Heater Masters were top-notch! I called on a Saturday afternoon - they were available 9am Sunday morning to come and inspect and quote. They only had one guy working that day, but scheduled me for Monday morning between 8 and 9. At 8:15am I got a call with an ETA of 8:45, which was a really nice touch! Despite telling me it would take an entire day to install, they were done by 1pm. They also found some creative ways to do the install to avoid drilling through my stucco (for the exhaust vent and for the condensate run-off). Very professional and clean-looking install. These guys may not always be the cheapest around, and they recommended a top-of-the-line heater (which is what I really wanted anyway), but I'd much rather pay a little extra for that level of service and support. Thank you!"
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+20

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Hydro Plumbing & Rooter Inc
5.0(
9
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

HYDRO PLUMBING & ROOTER IS A FULL-SERVICE PLUMBING COMPANY SPECIALIZING IN HYDRO JETTING, SEWER REPAIRS, DRAIN CLEANING, EMERGENCY PLUMBING, AND WATER HEATER SERVICES.\nWith cutting-edge equipment and highly trained technicians, we provide fast, efficient, and long-lasting plumbing solutions for residential and commercial properties.

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Hydro Jetting
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service and quick. Plumber was very knowledgeable. Only negative was the appointment schedule. I was told between 1pm and 2pm but the plumber didn t arrive until 4pm. I think the dispatcher or owner needs to work on how to schedule clients. Plumber for me has no fault in that."
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+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Cost U Less Plumbing and Drain
4.8(
58
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pablo is very detail and quality oriented. He tried to explore options of repair before jumping into replacing to save me money. However. we end up replacing the water heater and he also took care of a pipe leak. He explore options and eventually installed a drain pump to make sure the work was done as per code (previously it wasn't).His work was very neat and left the area clean."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Plumbing 1 Builder's Inc
5.0(
16
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Leo & Javier did a " Wonderful" Job on the Repair. Without them, I wouldn't know where to Began. I just Love the Thought and the Feeling of " Warm Water Again." I'm Very Appreciative to Leo & Javier. I will Allways Call Recommend them to my Friends& Neighbors."
Response time3 hrs
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
716
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The first visit lead to cleaning the area around the heater and burners and checking the thermocouple. Sadly that seemed to make it worse. Less than a week later No hot water for over 30 hours till the second technician replaced the thermocouple. All is perfect now. No charge for the second visit. The next step, if needed will be a tankless and their quote looks a bit steep. But I am really hoping I won’t need to go that far."
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New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing
3.6(
36
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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a water pipe break after hours on a Saturday night. They were told me the price up front. It was comparable to what others charge. They were out early Sunday morning. They completed the work quickly. After they left I noticed a secondary issue. The same technicians returned less than an hour later and fixed that problem at no additional charge. They were very professional and I would highly recommend them."
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+12

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Alameda, CA

Warning signs include fluctuating water temperatures, a pilot light that repeatedly goes out, unusual noises from the tank, or complete heating failure. You might also detect a rotten egg smell, indicating a potential gas leak, or notice water that never reaches the proper temperature. If your water heater is over eight years old and displaying these symptoms, the gas valve is a likely culprit. Professional inspection is recommended, especially if gas odors are present.

Water heater gas valves are not universally interchangeable. Each valve must match your specific water heater's make, model, and specifications. Important compatibility factors include gas type (natural gas vs. propane), BTU rating, connection types, and physical dimensions. Using an incorrect valve can result in poor performance, premature failure, or dangerous gas leaks. Always consult your water heater's documentation or a professional plumber to identify the appropriate replacement valve for your unit.

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