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Avatar for Jess Plumbing
Jess Plumbing
5.0(
47
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Serving El Granada, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a property manager I have doubt was many plumbing companies and I can say I can count on Jess plumbing. He is efficient, reliable and always has fair prices. You can count on him not to overprice because he's honest and knows what he's doing. "
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project /water main
Old gate valve/ doesn’t shut off water
Installed new Zoeller sewer tank lid

+178

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
18
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Serving El Granada, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a backup in the kitchen sink that needed to be cleared up. Robert assessed the issue, and gave a more than fair quote. He even suggested , if need be, he'd crawl under the house and find the issue. I appreciated the obvious fact Robert wanted to make sure he left with a happy customer. He repaired and we are happy =) 5 STARS !!!!! "
Before
After
Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+21

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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In & Out Plumbing & Construction Inc
4.3(
67
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Serving El Granada, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service and very prompt response. They handled the toilet repair quickly and efficiently. The customer service was also excellent—professional, courteous, and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended. "
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TJ's Plumbing
4.4(
5
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Serving El Granada, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Though I am happy with the final result, I feel that TJ did a bit of a bait and switch. The person who showed up, Felipe, was from a different company. "TJ" quoted me $900 for the job and $300 to move washer and dryer to access the main valves. That's $1,200. In the end, washer and dryer were not moved. But I did ask them to replace a faucet cartridge in my bathtub, which they did. But before that, Felipe had managed to turn off the water to my unit without moving washer and dryer. He then had to cut into drywall to locate the outbound pipes, but made a mistake. The next cut he made found the water pipes but these were the wrong pipes. An emergency water shutoff to the building was required. In the end, the bill was for $1,800. They did not take credit card. No receipt was given to itemize work done. These guys, from Moor Plumbing Solutions, did work hard and got the job done but there was a serious lack of transparency from the very beginning, not to mention a near disaster."
Plumbing Project
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Amesos Plumbing Inc
5.0(
1
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Serving El Granada, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in El Granada, 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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