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Oak Plumbing Inc
4.6(
99
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The services we received from Oak Plumbing was FANTASTIC from the customer service (the ladies that answered the phones), to the Technicians. The quote/price for the repairs was very reasonable, as will as quick service. One of the things that I really appreciate was that both the technician that can to give the quote, and the technician that can to do the repairs both respected COVID Protocol including fresh booties for their shoes. Oak Plumbing will be my go-to plumbers for all my plumbing needs."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Fix-It Plumbing
4.5(
179
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Fix it Plumbing is a full service plumbing contractor. Since 2007, Fix it Plumbing has serviced countless homes and businesses throughout the greater bay area with exceptional customer service and superior workmanship, seven days a week. Our technicians are fully trained, licensed, and certified to handle 100% of the customer's service needs and provide you with the best quality of work possible. Call today for your free estimate

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JPC team did an excellent, professional job on our storm water sump pumps related project. (Two sump pumps were working; they did not need repairs.) 1) Cut and replaced two broken pipes; installed new valves 2) New float sensors installed and set to auto-start the sump pumps 3) long outflow pine, connecting to city's water drainage system, was cleaned using long snake and high pressure water pump combination. 4) successful final test with water filled in water chamber and sump pumps working 5) JPC gave warranty for work done and signed up for once-a-year annual maintenance visit in October."
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+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Beastbay Plumbing
4.5(
213
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From arranging an appointment to the actual appointment, I was treated with polite service, and the technician was very pleasant and knowledgeable. He explained every detail of the problem and expertly accomplished the repair quickly. I won't hesitate to use this company for future plumbing repairs."
Tankless Water Heater
Tankless water heater
Tankless and Water Filtration
Noritz Tankless
tub/shower enclosure

+22

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
111 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing 1 Builder's Inc
5.0(
16
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Leo and Tony and Able are wonderful and amazing. They installed new shut off valves throughout the house and the main. New P-traps throughout, power washed all my decks and fixed two leaks on the second floor and repaired the ceiling. The most beautiful work was installing a new bathtub and tile surround. Able is an artist! Leo is so fair and honest and his team just works hard every minute they were at my house. Came when they said they would. Gave me updates. Did additional work that I asked them for. I would hire them again in a heartbeat."
Response time3 hrs
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
715
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My wife and I bought a house a couple years ago, and became owners of a radiant heating systems installed more than 20 years ago. Tony and Damian did a great job of understanding how my radiant heating system works, what repairs were needed/what was failing, and where upgrades were needed. They replaced the pump, both expansion tanks, and the neutralizer. Additionally, they noticed the hot water tank was installed incorrectly, and the hot and cold water connections were flipped. It's amazing the system worked, and it's nice to have a system that's correctly installed (even if it's 20 years later!). Additionally, they secured the expansion tanks to the wall (now required by code), replaced the deteriorating copper pipes connected to the neutralizer with plastic (I'm sure this is code now as well), and re-routed the overflow pipes to the outside (rather than the floor!). You can't go wrong with these guys, well done, they're true craftsmen to the trade."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peter Levi Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
9
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Elsy ( I believe she was the plumber from your company via Angi) arrived as scheduled, on Saturday, 09/28/2024. She attempted to repair my garbage disposal unit but was unable to do so as the unit's wiring was worn out. I advised the unit is 40 yrs old. She recommended to purchase a new one. We made a trip together to the local Home Depot store and I purchased the same brand s she recommended. She installed it in record time (within the 2.5 hrs) and completed the job. She also cleaned the work space and carried the old one to my recycling bin. Very satisfied with her work. Also, I want to know if I will receive a billing statement for my records? Thank you for your time & assistance."
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+1

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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American Plumbing and Trenchless LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the service I received from Joe and Chris. The team came out to clear a blockage for me, and from start to finish, they were absolutely incredible. They arrived exactly on time, fully prepared, and ready to get straight to work. Their professionalism and customer service really stood out. They took the time to explain what was causing the issue, walked me through the process, and made sure I felt comfortable before starting. It’s clear they take pride in both the quality of their work and how they treat their customers. The blockage was cleared quickly and efficiently, and they left everything clean and tidy afterward. It’s not often you find a company that combines skill, reliability, and genuine customer care so well. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing plumbing services. Outstanding job!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PLUMBING PRODIGY
5.0(
7
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Plumbing Prodigy has over 30 years of experience in the service plumbing trade. Specializing in sewer & drain cleaning as well as water heaters. Plumbing Prodigy started with a purpose to help out people with the most competitively priced rates. Try us once and see for yourself why we have such a loyal customer base.

Bradford White
Removing old leaking
Navien Heater Flush
Rheem Tankless
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
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Ortega Plumbing & Rooter LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pedro handled a complicated water main repair/replacement. He and his team were very competent, calm, and professional. Pedro’s upbeat attitude, common sense and persistence were a perfect fit for our project. He gave a good price and kept at it until the job was done. I highly recommend Ortega Plumbing & Rooter!"
Sewer Repair
Sewer Repair
Sewer Repair
Hydro Jetting
Response time10 hrs
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FAQs for sewer main install, replace or repair projects in Berkeley, CA

When installing a sewer line, you should consider extra costs like tree removal, driveway repairs, or patio resurfacing. Hiring a professional plumber is essential, and you may need additional specialists if landscaping or heavy excavation is involved. Addressing these potential extras up front helps ensure accurate budgeting and prevents sudden cost overruns.

To calculate the length of sewer piping you need, measure the distance from your house to the main sewer line, adding the depth of the city main to this distance. Be sure to account for any obstacles like tree roots or utility lines that may require additional piping.

City sewer lines are installed at a lower elevation to prevent unwanted backflow and water damage. This lower positioning ensures enhanced performance and long-term safety, meeting all technical and safety standards.

With trenchless methods, a plumber inserts a smaller pipe within the existing plumbing, avoiding full excavation. It can be more cost-effective and less disruptive than traditional methods, but it's not suitable for all homes.

Yes, you must secure permission from your local water authority before connecting to a public sewer line. This approval ensures your connection meets all regulatory requirements.

Sewer lines are buried between 18 inches and 8 feet deep, with most systems placed between 18 and 30 inches. In colder regions, pipes are set deeper to remain below the frost line.

The Berkeley, CA homeowners’ guide to sewer main install, replace or repairs

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