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Avatar for Tony's Plumbing, Inc.
Tony's Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
489
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
trailer jetter
opening the street
excavation
repairing the street
Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Albano's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
44
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called office to get on schedule and was able to get appointment same day. Office staff was lovely over the phone. Plumber arrived and assessed my kitchen drain line issue. Clarified all my questions and was able to come back the next day for the repair. Would call again for any plumbing issues."
Keith
Lucas
Roberto
Shower Before
Shower After

+7

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Power Pro Plumbing, Inc.
4.7(
481
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charlie did a fantastic job installing our new toilet. The hose that came with the toilet was too short so he just gave us the correct length and cleaned everything up when he finished. Highly recommend. "
Pipe Lining
15% OFF Senior Citizen
Hydro Jetter
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 WH Strapped

+5

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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ROOTER ER & PLUMBING INC
4.5(
20
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BE CAREFUL ABOUT THIS GUY -It was completely unprofessional and careless -The most unprofessional experience. From the start, it was clear I couldn?t trust them to do the job right without constant supervision. I had to spend my entire day watching over them just to get a simple water heater replacement done. Even with me standing there, they still managed to do sloppy work. The area was left a mess, tools and materials scattered everywhere, and they didn?t care to protect the space. Worst of all, they loosely installed the drain pan pipe, which could have caused a serious issue later. When I pointed it out, instead of fixing it properly, the guy just left without even trying to address the problem. "
tankless water heater uo to code
storm drain
same as above
gas line install
gas line install

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Carson, CA

Most residential pumps draw approximately 1,300 to 2,900 watts when they first start, then settle at roughly 800 to 1,050 watts during normal operation. The exact number depends on the motor’s horsepower and how often the float switch tells the pump to run. Even at the high end, the electricity cost is minor compared with the expense of cleaning up a flooded basement.

Grab a ruler and an empty 18‑inch‑wide pit. During a steady rain, time how much the water rises in one minute. Multiply that depth (in inches) by 60 to calculate gallons per hour, then add 50% for safety. If the result tops 2,100 gallons per hour—about 35 gallons a minute—you’ll need a 3/4‑horsepower unit. Anything lower, and a 1/3- or 1/2-horsepower pump should do the trick.

Loud rattling, constant cycling, or shuddering vibrations are the pump’s way of telling you it’s on its last legs. Musty smells, higher electric bills, and visible rust are other red flags. If the unit is 10 years old or older and exhibits any of these symptoms, replace it before the next heavy rain turns your basement into a wading pool.

You don’t have to hire a licensed plumber, but you should still bring in someone who installs sump pumps for a living—whether that’s a plumber, basement‑waterproofing specialist, or experienced handyman. They know the local codes, can wire the pump safely, and will test the system before they leave. Skipping professional help might void the warranty and could leave you with a pump that fails when you need it most.

Not every basement needs a pump, but if your home sits in a floodplain, has a high water table, or has ever taken on water during a storm, a sump pump is inexpensive insurance. For basements that only struggle with condensation or the occasional damp spot, sealing cracks and improving drainage may be all that is needed.

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