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Acosta & Sons Sewer Contractors
New to Angi

Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

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Response time2 days
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THE DRAIN CO
4.7(
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Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We had a stoppage in our patio drainage system near where several pipes meet. It wasn't clear exactly what the best avenue of attack would be. I suggested one opening which I thought was the straightest shot to the problem, but there was another the tech wanted to try first. That one seemed to lead to a T that couldn't be passed. The tech then used my original suggestion and that turned out to do the trick after some struggle with the blockage. There is usually an additional charge for going down more than one drain hole, but since success came with my original suggestion there was no additional charge which I thought was fair. In any event problem solved quickly and for the agreed upon price.
BTW, concerning the price, there is a rate sheet on their web page that lays it all out which I appreciate. There are 3 tiers: regular, overtime and double time which correspond to regular hours, off hours/weekends, and late hours/sunday/holidays. I had the work done on a Saturday morning so the indicated rate was overtime. However, there was a moment of confusion at the point of final payment when the office claimed it should be double time since it was Thanksgiving weekend. The rate sheet, original over the phone conversation and the quote from the tech on arrival all were for the overtime not the double time rate. To their credit, this was honored without too much fuss. The take away here is make sure you know which rate you are expected to pay especially when you are booking on or near a holiday. For example, is the Saturday of Easter weekend double time? It might be.
Anyway, great experience. I recommend The Drain Co.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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The Drain Guys Plumbing and Rooter
4.7(
16
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Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our experience with the Drain Guys went very well. As with all service providers, the previous jobs they're scheduled for sometimes delays their next job which is what happened with us. But, once Eddie was on the job, he took care of the problem and us very well.
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+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Richco Plumbing Inc
4.6(
107
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Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On July 19, 2019 Richco repaired a corroded water inlet pipe where it enters through a stucco wall. This included replacing pipe in the wall and shut-off valves for a nearby sink. New supply hoses were included. The technician, Fernando, produced excellent results to my complete satisfaction."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Bob & Marc Plumbing Heating & Air
4.5(
104
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Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

"I just had a new roof installed and the following week the heater stopped working. I call and they sent a repairman out the same day. When he arrived I explained the issue of the heater starting and then stopping a few minutes later for no apparent reason. After checking everything out he determined because of multiple error codes in the system that the main chip (brains of the system) was malfunctioning and the best bet would be to get a new system. Even when he would do overrides to determine the cause the system kept giving him random error messages. I was ready to fork over $3000 for a new heater when he decided to check one more thing. We went up on the roof and found that the roofers had placed the exhaust cap for the furnace on too far down closing off the exhaust hence forcing the safety systems in the heater to shutdown. Long story short, he found the problem in about an hour and although he could have charge me for a new furnace he went the extra step and found the true cause. That's called integrity my friend and it is a rare trait these days. I would recommend Bob and Marc to any one looking for skilled, honest repairmen.
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Edrooter Sewer & Drain
3.6(
571
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Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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This was a special order faucet from Delta purchased about 10 years ago.  I did not locate a model number and therefore, I need to replace the faucet.  Haven't had the money to replace it yet so I haven't called them back to do the work.  I may just have a new one installed by Lowe's since that is where I will purchase the new one.  Assume they will have the appropriate tool.
This provider was very prompt and responsive.  The original person couldn't come, so they called and explained and then sent someone else.
However, I was a bit dismayed that the plumber showed up without a tool that would take apart the faucet.  It was special order, but it's a standard Delta that is fairly commong these days.

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Recommended by64%of homeowners
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All Pro Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electrical
4.1(
93
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Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall it went well. Turned out not to be a simple job. That was disappointing but the plumber, Jesus, showed me the problems and explained how years of leaking had rusted away the base needed to bolt the toilet to. He also showed me how my tile floor was not level and he would need to use shims to level the toilet so it wouldn't rock like it used to. Jesus was very professional and polite and I trusted that I was in good hands."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Jag Plumbing and Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I have been doing plumbing since I was a child. My father taught me well. I started my own business in the year 2004. Not only I'm a professional plumber I also do any type of construction repair like stucco, cement, drywall, and etc. I always take pictures before and after. My prices are fair and affordable.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Best Builders and Development, Inc.
4.9(
8
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Serving East Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received 3 bids for this project.  From the very first interview with Roei, a partner I was impressed with his ability to advise on some ideas to save money and make the kitchen more efficient, he was very professional and never pushed me.   I hired him to start 7/31/13, he quoted 2 weeks, and it was completed in 2 weeks, and the cost was as quoted.   This was one of the best renovation experiences I have had in the 40 yrs I have lived in this house.   All the workers, were polite, on time, cleaned up after, and did really good work.  I would hire Best Builders again for any home projects and recommend them highly to anyone else looking for a good experience in renovating any part of their home.
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FAQs for septic system installation and replacement projects in East Los Angeles, CA

The smallest standard septic system uses a 500-gallon tank, which costs between $875 and $1,150 installed. This size works well for single-occupant dwellings with minimal wastewater production. However, many local regulations specify minimum tank sizes, so check with your building department before committing to this compact option. Some jurisdictions require at least 750 gallons regardless of home size to ensure adequate waste processing capacity.

The installation timeline varies based on site conditions, permit processing, and contractor schedules. The process includes obtaining permits, conducting soil tests, excavation, tank placement, leach field construction, and final connections. Weather conditions, soil challenges, and inspection scheduling can all affect the overall timeline. It's wise to begin planning well in advance of when you need the system operational.

The most economical approach is to install a conventional anaerobic system with a plastic tank. To minimize costs while maintaining legality, obtain multiple quotes from licensed installers, consider scheduling during their slower seasons, and handle basic site preparation yourself. Never skip permits or required testing to save money—illegal installations can result in significant fines and mandatory removal, ultimately costing far more than doing it right initially.

Regular pumping helps prevent system failures and extends operational life. Most small systems require pumping every three to five years, though frequency depends on household size and usage patterns. Pumping services cost between $290 and $530, making this maintenance expense relatively minor compared to potential repair costs ranging from $500 to $2,600 for neglected systems. Establishing a regular maintenance schedule based on your installer's recommendations helps avoid costly emergency services.

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