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Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
4.4(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well and all the issues were resolved quickly. Adan was very professional and confident service person. We highly recommended Payless water heater and plumbing."
New Tankless Water Heater Installation
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+19

Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jax Mechanical
4.9(
25
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would absolutely use Jax Mechanical in the future. Justin and Zac were very professional and thorough. I was very hesitant, due to a previous bad encounter with Service Master. Justin and Zac were patient and not condescending. Michael was quick with the bid/estimate and I am grateful for their service. If you need a water heater installed, be assured that Jax Mechanical is the only call you need to make."
Residential work
Residential work
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+15

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.6(
323
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a hot spot on the floor and a high gas bill last month leading us to suspect a slab leak. We called several plumbing services and Personal Plumbing was able to come out the next day with their own slab leak tech. The techs were on time and took about three hours to find the leak and reroute and place pipe to repair. They were able to avoid more holes in the drywall by placing the pipe on the exterior garage side, extending us savings. They also showed great integrity by letting us know that any repair would also have to replace factory pressure valve that was no longer working (putting pressure on our system). We will definitely keep them in mind for any other plumbing work we need done!"
Mini Split System Install Oceanside
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing Plus
4.5(
513
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! We scheduled Plumbing Plus to replace the hot and cold cartridge's in a sink faucet and a tub pop-up drain and overflow gasket. Jared N. quickly assessed the problems. The faucet was so corroded with water deposits that it could not be dismantled to simply replace the hot and cold cartridge's. So Jared replaced the entire faucet with a high quality replacement. After the tub pop-up drain was replaced, Jared checked for leaks by looking in a 'trap door' in the ceiling below the tub that was left after the tub was replaced in an earlier remodel. Jared discovered that the entire tub drain was leaking and need to be replaced, which he did. He also corrected a problem with the drain pipe left from the previous remodel. Although the job was much more complex than expected, Jared was professional, efficient, and extremely cheerful throughout . We highly recommend Jared and Plumbing Plus"
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
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Same Day Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC
4.8(
40
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Forced Air Heater had just stop working. Sean was very thorough, understanding and efficient. When he left, I had a working heater. He kept me informed along the way. The person taking my call was polite and made be feel my problem was important."
Water Heater Install
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Carini Home Services
4.8(
349
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I obtained several quotes for replacing or repairing an old furnace and a/c condenser unit.  Each provider had a slightly different opinion on how much of the system should be replaced and what capacity unit should be used. Carini's prices were in line with other providers, but Kurt, who gave the estimate, seems the most knowledgable.  He did appropriate follow up after the install.  Would use them again. "
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
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in El Cajon, 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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