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Jess Plumbing
4.9(
47
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jess helped us out with the huge job of replacing the entire sewer main pipe from under our house to the sidewalk given that our old cast iron pipes were corroded and kept getting blocked by roots. This was a 3 day job involving a multiple person team. We went with Jess given that his estimate seemed fair and beat out other competitors. The work ended up being more labor intensive than anticipated, as digging to the city sewer line, which should have taken hours, ended up taking a day and a half due to unseen gnarled roots and cement in the soil. Despite this, Jess and his team worked diligently, showed up when they said they would, and finished on time. They were courteous, professional, and very hard working. I will not hesitate to contact Jess for our future plumbing needs. Photo shows old pipe vs new pipe."
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
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Fix-It Plumbing
4.8(
163
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Fix it Plumbing is a full service plumbing contractor. Since 2007, Fix it Plumbing has serviced countless homes and businesses throughout the greater bay area with exceptional customer service and superior workmanship, seven days a week. Our technicians are fully trained, licensed, and certified to handle 100% of the customer's service needs and provide you with the best quality of work possible. Call today for your free estimate

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Aaron's Plumbing & Rooter
4.9(
80
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Solid customer service and the plumber that did the thankless install did a great job. I had a frozen valve and they were able.to repair that on the fly. Their price was competitive with another quote I got. When asking for quotes for a water heater install, Aaron realized I bought the wrong type for my situation and pointed me in the right direction. I will absolutely use these guys for any future plumbing projects."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Sink Fixture Install
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen faucet fixture repair
Shower Ugrade

+106

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Major League Plumbing and Rooter
5.0(
13
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Michael was extremely professional and experienced with his work. He knew right away the issue with the pipes, toilet was leaking badly. I had a new toilet in the garage, he installed it and made sure the leak was cleared. Highly recommend for plumbing or other issues."
Sewer Lateral Repair
Full House Repipe
Vanity Replacement
Demo work
Finished work

+29

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.1(
309
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Victoria Cedillo's team (Lead: Victoria. Team: Victor, Ruben, Richard, Pedro, and I am sorry if I missed anyone...) from Mike Counsil Plumbing did a wonderful job with our main line sewer and installing new sewer lines! Victoria's manager, Glenn, is very nice and patient. He provides guidance to Victoria's team to diagnose our sewer lines, provide recommendations and detail estimation options to us. We feel comfortable working with Glenn and Victoria during this job, and I have learned a lot regarding proper sewer lines and water lines connections. Victoria also took me into our crawl space and showed me the new sewer line at the last phase of the job. Victoria and her team are really professional and they've provided excellent customer service experience! For all the jobs they have completed, Victoria will provide photos and let us know what the current status of the job each day. Victoria is very considerate and she makes sure that we are able to use kitchen and bathroom at the end of the day (They will temporary connect the lines), and we really appreciate that! They also make sure the working areas are cleaned and covered up properly each day (if there is a wall opened) since there are rodents from our neighbors’ backyard. Mike Counsil Plumbing and Victoria’s team is knowledgeable with the city laws, proper line connections, and permit requirement. I was surprised to see a plumbing company that has their own work inspector (In this case, Dan B., was the one who came to my house for the final inspection. Thank you Dan!) to make sure all the works are according to code and it was done correctly. The works that were done at my house require city permits. Victoria makes sure we feel comfortable with the city inspection and she was present at the inspection. The company representatives such as Sabrina and Marissa are very friendly and easy to talk to. Comparing to other plumbing company, their price may not be the cheapest, but I can really see the quality in their work (compare to another plumbing company we hired years ago…). I highly recommend Mike Counsil Plumbing because I can trust their work and truly see the quality! Thank you, Victoria and your team for all the hard work! =)"
Preparing a safe environment for working on a sewer line replacement.
Water heater installation with expansion tank
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+11

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Serving San Jose, 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."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fluid Dynamics Plumbing Inc
5.0(
34
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When a pipe burst in our garage, we were pretty stressed trying to figure out what to do. Ron came out right away, shut everything off, and replaced the section of pipe that broke. He worked quickly but also took the time to explain what had happened and how to avoid it in the future. Really grateful for how calm and professional he was in a stressful situation. "
Water Heater Repair
Wall Water Heater
Trench Install
Trench Install
Trench Install

+13

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TasHammer Group LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Adrian was professional and informative throughout our sewer line replacement. He took the time to explain the scope of work and what to expect. The job was completed smoothly and at a great price."
Plumbing
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike Counsil Plumbing LLC
4.5(
428
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Had to have them come back out to repair a clogged drain line after the initial installation of the water softener. They came right away and replaced with a new one - all good!"
Installed Tankless
Sewer Line
Regulator
Tankless Water Heater
Tankless Water Heater

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S S PREMIER PLUMBING
5.0(
9
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Recently had my water heater replaced by SS Premier Plumbing Inc., and I couldn’t be happier with the service! The technician arrived on time, explained everything clearly, and made sure the installation was done safely and efficiently. The new water heater works perfectly, and the whole process was stress-free from start to finish. It’s great to see a company that truly takes pride in their work and values customer satisfaction. I highly recommend SS Premier Plumbing Inc. to anyone looking for reliable and professional plumbing services."
plumbing
Plumbing
Plumbing
Clinic collapsed pipe
Clinic collapsed pipe

+4

Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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FAQs for sewer main install, replace or repair projects in San Jose, CA

When installing a sewer line, you should consider extra costs like tree removal, driveway repairs, or patio resurfacing. Hiring a professional plumber is essential, and you may need additional specialists if landscaping or heavy excavation is involved. Addressing these potential extras up front helps ensure accurate budgeting and prevents sudden cost overruns.

To calculate the length of sewer piping you need, measure the distance from your house to the main sewer line, adding the depth of the city main to this distance. Be sure to account for any obstacles like tree roots or utility lines that may require additional piping.

City sewer lines are installed at a lower elevation to prevent unwanted backflow and water damage. This lower positioning ensures enhanced performance and long-term safety, meeting all technical and safety standards.

With trenchless methods, a plumber inserts a smaller pipe within the existing plumbing, avoiding full excavation. It can be more cost-effective and less disruptive than traditional methods, but it's not suitable for all homes.

Yes, you must secure permission from your local water authority before connecting to a public sewer line. This approval ensures your connection meets all regulatory requirements.

Sewer lines are buried between 18 inches and 8 feet deep, with most systems placed between 18 and 30 inches. In colder regions, pipes are set deeper to remain below the frost line.

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