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IRC Plumbing Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I start having problems with my main drain backing up. I called IRC plumbing Inc. and they came almost immediately, they got the job done and their pricing was very reasonable."
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Removed old water that was leaking and installed new bradford white heater with all new plumbing parts.
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Water Heaters
Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Goettl Plumbing - Simi Valley
New to Angi

Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1939

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Established in 1939, we do residential HVAC and plumbing the right way, not the easy way. At Goettl, we are total home comfort solution providers, enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve. As Sadie Certified professionals, equipped with cutting-edge tools and technology, we deliver a superior customer experience, one home at a time.

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+8

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Pump Systems Unlimited, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"Hector did a well site evaluation. He is professional and he understands that I know very little about pump systems. I would recommend him. Very reasonable price."
Response time1 day
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Top Contender Drain Specialist, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Noel showed up on a Saturday and unclogged our kitchen sink in an hour. We had tried everything we knew to do and even took all the pipes apart under the sink to try and find the problem. When we couldn't find the clog we decided to look for a professional to help out and we called Noel. He and his employee were awesome. They replaced all of our old pipes and snaked the lines to the outside And all for under $300. We will definitely use him again and are planning to use him to power was all of our pipes soon."
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Dirt, Rocks and Debry
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+9

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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GoPro Plumbing and Rooter
5.0(
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Serving Pacific Palisades, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arthur was extremely helpful, detailed, and prompt. He diagnosed the problem and let us know our options with understanding. First time using Angies List, and we are glad we did. We finally have a plumber!"
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+6

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Pacific Palisades, 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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