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Primewest Plumbing
4.9(
23
)

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Irish and his associate Ryder were very good at communicating, even over a weekend, and although I initially thought the project was an easy drain clearing, 2 other plumbers failed to come up with an appropriate plan. Ryder made every effort to find a cheaper way to solve the problem, and only when those did not work, did he resort to a more complicated solution and at that stage he also worked to help keep our costs down. I appreciated the timeliness, thoughtfulness, and his clear and precise communication which also highlighted how experienced he was with this particular plumbing issue."
Tankless
Whole House Repipe
Pinhole Leaks
PEX Manifold
Angle Valve Landing (Bathroom Vanity)

+1

Response time8 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Zoom Drain
4.9(
34
)

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paid upfront. Zoom Drain flooded my vacant, rent-ready home by leaving the water on during their work. Flooring destroyed. Took weeks to admit responsibility and now months later there is still no flooring, no insurance contact, and no resolution. Endless delays, excuses, and silence. I?ve lost rental income and had to pull listings. Filing CSLB complaint if this isn?t resolved immediately. Absolutely unacceptable.Mistakes can happen. What matters is how a company responds. Leaving a customer with a damaged, uninhabitable home for months without resolution is unacceptable. This review will be updated once Zoom Drain takes full responsibility and the damage is properly remediated. "
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+25

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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WATER HEATER SOS
5.0(
14
)

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tommy came out to look at the problem I had with my water heater and gave me his best options to get the job done. Tommy was very professional and explain all details. We scheduled them out the next and they completed the job professionally. I will refer this company to everyone who is looking for a plumber. Thank you."
Phyn Install
Phyn Install
Water Heater
Water Heater
Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jax Mechanical
4.9(
25
)

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Michael offered great advice on where to place our new tankless heater and his team did a great job executing. There were a few hiccups that came with replacing the old tank heater and working with the old plumbing of the home, but Jax Mechanical were able to solve any problems that popped up. Michael was also proactive in the initial discussion and found that our PRV needed replacing which was something we were glad he found before it led to any long term issues."
Residential work
Residential work
Residential work
Residential work
Residential work

+15

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Hanson Plumbing & Repipe
4.9(
14
)

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I cannot say enough great things about Hanson Plumbing. Mike came and gave me a quote for the work. I was adding a new bathroom and needed new drains and water supplies rerouted. They were up front and in the end saved me some money after opening up the walls. They were on time and very friendly. The whole team is great and Bonnie was always on top of customer service."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ROOTER ER & PLUMBING INC
4.5(
20
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BE CAREFUL ABOUT THIS GUY -It was completely unprofessional and careless -The most unprofessional experience. From the start, it was clear I couldn?t trust them to do the job right without constant supervision. I had to spend my entire day watching over them just to get a simple water heater replacement done. Even with me standing there, they still managed to do sloppy work. The area was left a mess, tools and materials scattered everywhere, and they didn?t care to protect the space. Worst of all, they loosely installed the drain pan pipe, which could have caused a serious issue later. When I pointed it out, instead of fixing it properly, the guy just left without even trying to address the problem. "
tankless water heater uo to code
storm drain
same as above
gas line install
gas line install

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drain Right Services, Inc.
4.4(
50
)

Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terrible people. DO NOT USE. I had my water main line burst at my house and the folks at drain right where in the neighborhood, identified a problem, and knocked on my door. My pregnant wife was home at the time of pipe bust, but was initially unaware of the issue as water was still making it to our home. At first we thought this was a godsend, nice workers who identified an issue wanted to help, how lucky are we. They kindly shut off the water to the house and asked my pregnant wife, who was freaking out by the amount of water shooting out from burst pipe, to sign an authorization form to do work. She was so grateful someone was there to help she happily signed the slip. I was grateful someone was able to help my wife while I was at work. The problem started when I noted what she had signed.. They charged me $341 for a visual inspection. They identified the problem as a tree root that struck a pipe (which was not what in fact happened) and wrote 2 appraisals for solving the issue. The fist solution was replacing the galvanized pipe with another galvanized pipe for $7500. The second was to re reroute the sewer line to our house with copper piping, estimated at a whopping $11,300. I tried to call manager the evening of the pipe bust schedule an appointment as the water was shut off to my house. No response. In fact it took the manager a week to return my phone call to schedule the job, which I had bid out and already resolved. I was recommended a plumber to get a second opinion, and he came promptly and re-routed the sewer line with coper piping for less than half what Drain Right was asking for the job. I have been trying to dispute this invoice with Drain Right for months because its my belief they initially took advantage of my pregnant wife and there terrible service, and instead of returning my phone calls they sent my bill to a debt collection service. What horrible service by a terrible business."
Home Services
Heating & Air
Camera Service/Locator by Drain Right
In Action Drain Cleaning!
Residential Professionals

+18

Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Spotless Plumber
5.0(
4
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Spotless Plumber do great work! I dont normally give reviews but they deserve this for repiping my house. I was in the middle of a remodel on my house in Huntington Beach. My contractor said he noticed a few leaking pipes. I found them on angi and requested a quote. Jason set up an appointment with me to see the work that needed to be done and gave me a quote within minutes of seeing the house. 4 days later I had new plumbing through out my house. They kept me on time and on budget with my remodel project. Spotless Plumber is great and they have earned themselves a lifetime customer !!!!!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for plumbing installation for a remodel or addition projects in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Adding bathroom plumbing to a detached garage starts with the basic line installation cost of $900 to $1,300. On top of this base expense, you'll need to budget for each fixture. A toilet costs  $250 to $550, sinks cost $150 to $800, and a shower or bathtub costs $400 to $1,900. The project will also require ventilation, moisture-resistant materials, and possibly electrical work. Remember that these costs reflect only the plumbing aspects—additional construction, finishing, and permitting expenses will apply to complete a functional bathroom space.

While certain aspects of garage renovation might be suitable for DIY enthusiasts, plumbing installation requires professional expertise. Connecting to water and sewer systems demands specialized knowledge and equipment, and improper installation can result in severe water damage, code violations, and potential health hazards. Most municipalities require permits for plumbing modifications, and these often stipulate that licensed professionals must perform work. Consider limiting your involvement to simpler tasks like painting or basic finishing work.

The timeframe for adding plumbing to a detached garage spans one to three days for the actual plumbing work. However, this represents only the active installation period. The complete project timeline must account for planning, obtaining permits (which can take weeks depending on your locality), coordinating multiple contractors if needed, and addressing any unexpected challenges that arise during installation. Weather conditions can also impact excavation and outdoor connection work.

Adding plumbing to a detached garage will likely increase your property taxes. Tax assessors consider plumbing an improvement that enhances property value and functionality. The specific tax impact varies by location and project scope. Converting a garage into living space with plumbing facilities can trigger significant reassessment in many jurisdictions. Before proceeding with your project, consult your local tax assessor's office to understand the potential tax implications and factor this ongoing expense into your decision-making process.

The Rancho Santa Margarita, CA homeowners’ guide to plumbing installations for a remodel or addition

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