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Avatar for Liberty Plumbing Heating Air Conditioning Inc
Liberty Plumbing Heating Air Conditioning Inc
4.9(
208
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well. The plumber was on time, kept his word, had to come back - showed up as promised; not inexpensive but we were expecting it to be more based on an earlier assessment by a different plumber."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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California Plumbing SD Inc
4.9(
222
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service from California Plumbing! Alex was wonderful, helping me schedule a repair for my clogged shower drain. She was attentive and made the entire process easy."
California Plumbing
Our Team!
We are happy to help!
We are the experts!
5 star service!

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
322 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing Plus
4.5(
529
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"- Exceptionally well!  
- Isiah, the plumber from Plumbing Plus, came in the morning, during the prescribed hours of 8am to 10am, evaluated our request to install a recirculation pump for our hot water system.  
- Isiah talked me through his recommendations and the costs associated with each.
- He needed to get the parts to complete the job so he looked at his schedule and saw he could support coming back between 12pm to 2 pm after he completed his next job and picked up the components needed.
- Isiah returned soon after noon with all he needed and got to work.
- Isiah was tremendous at interacting with my two young daughters and even quietly completed his work during their afternoon nap.
- Isiah carefully explained and demonstrated to me all the components he installed and how to operate them.
- The work was finished by 2pm.  
- The job could not have been done more professionally or personably.
- We will definitely continue to use Plumbing Plus for all future plumbing issues we have!
- Great job!"
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Always important to clean up after ourselves
Tricky Sewer Pipe Installation
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Ladders and lifts to access the pipe overhead

+37

Response time1 day
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carini Home Services
4.7(
381
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From initial visit to final installation and follow-up, work was professional in all respects and met and exceeded all expectations! Would definitely contract with this company when it becomes necessary to replace our air conditioning unit!"
Using the sewer camera to inspect the inside of a customer's drains
Camera inspection through a sewer vent on a customer's roof
Hydro jet uses water at 4,000psi to clean the inside of the mainline drain which connects all the home's drains to the city's sewer system.
Using a snake we can go through the cleanouts on the side of the house.
With the cleanouts snaked, and the blockage located, we can send the hydro jet through the sewer vent and flush out the blocked drain.

+16

Response time2 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Forthright Plumbing Pros, Inc.
4.8(
68
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a pleasure working with Leo to set up the visit and John to install the faucet. John went out of his way to be informative and to do the job with as little disruption as possible. We now have a good-looking, well-functioning faucet, and everything is neat and tidy below the kitchen sink. We will definitely hire Forthright Plumbing Pros again."
Front view
Completed Project
New shut off valve, supply hoses, and flue vent
T & P drain
Drain terminates

+2

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.5(
354
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did the tune up and check; found a failed contactor in the system, replaced it for $380 and deducted $100 for Angie's List discount; total invoice $280.  Don't know if that's a good price or not.  Service person seemed very credible.
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Mini Split System Install Oceanside
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Airtime Plumbing Heating & Air
Airtime Plumbing Heating & Air
4.8(
28
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've sent him to a few properties to give me quotes on repairing or replacing both AC and Heating units. I feel like always thinks about the client first. He's great about finding the issue and resolving the problem quickly and as afforable as possible. I've used him for many projects and he'll continue to be my first call with any HVAC needs."
tankless water heater
Chacon house
Chacon house
Chacon house
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+55

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gorilla Plumbing
5.0(
13
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a slow drain for months and thought it was a clogged drain. I knew Mickey through an apprenticeship program and called him to take a look. Mickey was extremely thorough and found the issue quicker than most plumbers! While it turned out to be a failed sump pump and a much bigger job, Mickey got it done quickly and at a reasonable rate."
Traditional Water Heater
Traditional Water Heater
Traditional Water Heater
Water Supply
New System

+12

Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jax Mechanical
4.8(
27
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called in the morning to be sure it was OK if they were a little late. Arrived exactly when said. Friendly answered all our questions.Definitely knew their job. They made sure everything was clean when they left. A little mark off as we are waiting for them to add a little drain pipe from the pan under the tank."
Residential work
Residential work
Residential work
Residential work
Residential work

+15

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in El Cajon, 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.

The El Cajon, CA homeowners’ guide to sump pump or interior foundation drains installations

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