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Avatar for Oak Plumbing Inc
Oak Plumbing Inc
4.6(
99
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. Two employees did the job. Nice guys. Very polite and they were able to complete a complex job on time. I would definitely hire this company if I ever needed a plumber. The guy who sold us on the job was extremely knowledgeable which is why I selected this company."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
714
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Can not imagine a better response, starting with my call for assistance, response time and how the technician, Tad methodically diagnosed the problem. We have an obscure kitchen fixture that required service in Feb 2019. Under warranty the problem was easily diagnosed by me, a problem possibly caused by me and a replacement part sent and installed by Albert Nahman team. Problem: I broke the faucet cartridge. Current Problem: restricted hot water flow in this kitchen sink only. Turns out the new cartridge part is now malfunctioning. I called and Tad arrived taking a step by step approach ruling out possible causes: a clog here or there, build up of sediment, or blockage in the lines or cartridge. The company that sells the product got on the phone with Tad and they collaborated on the problem and the tech person gave Tad one more thing to try. After the collaboration it is agreed, problem persisted and therefore that new cartridge part is now malfunctioning and will be shipped free of charge in two days. Thanks to all, who made this possible and I trust we will have Tad here again soon to finalize this fix. BTW, cost of service was less than expected given going rates for such a call lasting in excess of one hour. Another comment, spending time with Tad during the repair was a pleasure to have him explain, collaborate, listen and just chat. Questions on who to call next time, no question who I will call next time. I have read criticism of costs: In the Berkeley area "How much does it cost to hire a plumber? Some plumbers have a minimum fee for a service call. They might charge anywhere from $175-250 to come out and give you a consultation. Plumbers may give you a general service rate of $128-148 per hour when there are a lot of unknowns about a project and they aren't sure how long it will take. Some charge a flat rate for their plumbing services. For example, you may get charged $175 for a sink or drain cleaning, while toilet installation costs $500." Today costs are upfront, same as charges in Feb, $69 to arrive and assess the problem. Here in excess of one hour for $129 minus $25 coupon, total charge $173. I am ok and I expected these costs. If I was in Philly, where I grew up, I could call an uncle or cousin and get a better rate, a family rate. This is going rate for our area."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JPC team did an excellent, professional job on our storm water sump pumps related project. (Two sump pumps were working; they did not need repairs.) 1) Cut and replaced two broken pipes; installed new valves 2) New float sensors installed and set to auto-start the sump pumps 3) long outflow pine, connecting to city's water drainage system, was cleaned using long snake and high pressure water pump combination. 4) successful final test with water filled in water chamber and sump pumps working 5) JPC gave warranty for work done and signed up for once-a-year annual maintenance visit in October."
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+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Attic Pros
4.9(
233
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Crawl Space cleaning, inspection, rodent proofing and sanitize. Very happy with the work. I hired someone to do a foundation repair and he said 'your crawl space is very clean'. Would highly recommend."
Blow-In Attic Insulation
San Jose, CA Attic Insulation Installation
Danville, CA Vapor Barrier Installation
Mill Valley, CA Crawlspace Cleaning
Benicia, CA Attic Cleaning & Insulation

+3137

Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
156 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundworks
4.6(
19
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend Groundworks for foundation concerns. They were very prompt with returning my call and providing a free inspection. I had concerns for my 103 year old home, especially a section of the foundation. Their Inspector, Bob Bloom, arrived on time, was professional and experienced, took time to answer all my questions (thank you for not rushing), and provided me with useful feedback on my foundation and options for repair. Bob gave an honest assessment with no sales pressure. Although I decided to defer foundation work at this time, I will definitely use them in the future."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Foundation

+16

174 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Avatar for AceStar Plumbing
AceStar Plumbing
4.5(
30
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Not only did Johnny clear the drain (I had tried on my own without success), but he looked at another toilet, recently installed by another plumber, that was making an unusual noise and gave us advice. He also checked our water pressure. Very nice person and would definitely use again."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - East Bay
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - East Bay
New to Angi

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning.

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Avatar for Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services
Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services
4.5(
558
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Armin and Andres did an outstanding job. They managed to open a stuck brass clean-out cap by cutting it and removing the pieces, then replacing it with a new plastic one. They snaked and opened the plugged drain after having to cut back a bush. They found a suspected offset in the line and recommended a visual inspection. They managed to do all this in a very short time. I would gladly recommend them to anyone anytime."
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+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Fire & Water Damage Recovery
4.7(
69
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The experience with Justin at Fire & Water Damage Recovery was excellent. They were referred by the plumbing company that serviced my sump pump. We still got 3 estimate, Justin's estimate was in the middle but I felt good with Justin based on our phone conversation and the referral so we went with this company. Justin did tell me that he might have estimated on the high side because he does not like to surprise the homeowners. What a surprise when I go the final invoice. The final invoice came in much lower and was very close or lower than the lowest estimate I got. Justin and his team also took pictures of how the place was before and after for me to see. They even took pictures of the pathway that they took to get to the crawl space to assure me that they kept the place clean when they got in and out. I was very satisified with Justin and his company."
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+27

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Orinda, 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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