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Avatar for Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
Payless Water Heaters & Plumbing
4.4(
113
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfectly. They cleaned everything up, explained how the system worked and how often it needs attention, and hauled away the old hot water heater. They arrived on time, worked steadily, and finished before dinner time."
New Tankless Water Heater Installation
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+19

Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.6(
623
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"The first visit lead to cleaning the area around the heater and burners and checking the thermocouple. Sadly that seemed to make it worse. Less than a week later No hot water for over 30 hours till the second technician replaced the thermocouple. All is perfect now. No charge for the second visit. The next step, if needed will be a tankless and their quote looks a bit steep. But I am really hoping I won’t need to go that far."
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%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Aire Serv of Campbell & Saratoga
4.9(
19
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had a new HVAC system installed by Aireserv, and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. From the beginning, the team was professional, courteous, and informative. They arrived on time and were very thorough in explaining the detailed installation plan, the features of the new system, and how to operate it. The installation went smoothly, and the technicians cleaned the area while working. Once the system was installed, they ran tests to ensure everything was working perfectly and took the time to answer all of my questions. The new HVAC system has been a game-changer in terms of performance. It heats and cools my home more efficiently than my previous unit, and I've noticed a significant improvement in comfort and air quality. The system runs quietly and maintains an even temperature throughout my home. I also appreciate the energy savings I'm already seeing. My energy bills have been noticeably lower, which I can directly attribute to the new system's efficiency. Overall, I'm delighted with the service from Aireserv and the performance of the HVAC system. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of HVAC installation or upgrades. They provided excellent service from start to finish! A BIG THANK YOU TO ALTON THOMPSON AND HIS TEAM FROM AIRESERV."
Furnace install
Heat Pump - Condo Install
Heating & A/C Project
Water Heater Replacement
System Swap Out

+58

101 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
18
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My water heater was leaking and I needed it fixed asap because we had no hot water and I have small kids at home. Robert came, he saw the problem and fixed it fast and efficiently. He was professional and polite and the price was right. I will definitely call him again in the future. And have recommended him to family and friends. Thank you Drain Right Plumbing!!"
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Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+21

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atlas Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
165
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Atlas on a number of occasions over the past 5 years, including a water heater installation.  Have found them to be very responsive even on weekends.  Workers are professional, seem to know what they are doing, check all systems when done, clean up when done, offer 30-90 warranty on their work, no complaints from this customer. <br />"
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52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FDL Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
28
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Got a note from SFPUC for massive water use for the past several days, but no clear smoking gun. Was really worried and called Francisco asking for immediate help. He was at my house in 15 minutes and walked through all the most common culprits (toilets, etc), until we heard the water running outside and found that my kids had left the hose running. Paid him for his time and will definitely be calling him the future - amazing service. Kids learned a good lesson too."
Existing PRV
New 3/4 Pressure reducing Valve
Existing
New Kitchen Sink/Faucet/Disposal
New Home in Moraga CA

+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Pedro Galvan Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
17
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We are incredibly grateful to Pedro Galvan and his team for stepping in during a moment of urgent need. When our hot water system suddenly failed, leaving us without hot water for daily essentials, Pedro responded with a level of professionalism, clarity, and compassion that is truly rare. From the very first call, Pedro was attentive, transparent about pricing, and committed to solving the problem quickly. He provided us with the most cost-effective and honest quote out of several we obtained—and, even more importantly, was able to come almost immediately when others could not. His workmanship was precise, efficient, and tidy. It was clear we were in the hands of someone who genuinely takes pride in his craft. In a world where so many service professionals overpromise and underdeliver, Pedro Galvan delivers exactly what he promises—and does so with warmth, integrity, and a deep respect for his clients. We recommend him without hesitation to anyone needing plumbing services."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Kenneth Asire Plumbing
4.9(
258
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Needed to replace water heater urgently. I called Kenneth Asire around 5pm. He stopped by that same evening and by 9am the next day I had a new water heater installed. Very professional. I definitely recommend him!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Plumbing 1 Builder's Inc
5.0(
15
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Leo Tony and his crew were very responsive and replaced an old galvanized waterline with copper quickly and efficiently . Very knowledgeable about new insurance regs and installed new leak detector valve also. Also installed efficient garden sprinkler Definitely recommend "
Response time3 hrs
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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