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TJ's Plumbing
4.40(
5
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Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Though I am happy with the final result, I feel that TJ did a bit of a bait and switch. The person who showed up, Felipe, was from a different company. "TJ" quoted me $900 for the job and $300 to move washer and dryer to access the main valves. That's $1,200. In the end, washer and dryer were not moved. But I did ask them to replace a faucet cartridge in my bathtub, which they did. But before that, Felipe had managed to turn off the water to my unit without moving washer and dryer. He then had to cut into drywall to locate the outbound pipes, but made a mistake. The next cut he made found the water pipes but these were the wrong pipes. An emergency water shutoff to the building was required. In the end, the bill was for $1,800. They did not take credit card. No receipt was given to itemize work done. These guys, from Moor Plumbing Solutions, did work hard and got the job done but there was a serious lack of transparency from the very beginning, not to mention a near disaster."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Pacific Coast Home Services
4.43(
225
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Angi Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We recently had our where heater installed, and the whole process went smoothly from start to finish. The technician arrived on time,was perfessional, and explained everything clearly before starting the work. The installation was done effectively, with attention to dental, and everything was left clean. Our new water heater is working perfectly, and we couldn't be happier with the service we received. Definitely would use them again. "
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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The Tankless Guys Plumbing Corp.
5.00(
6
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Angi Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Quick response

"The work was excellent, very cleanly done, great knowledge and helpful information from Gert, the owner of company. Good communication from company. Would work with this business again."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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AAA Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.47(
248
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Angi Approved

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We've been working with Mike Counsil for over 8 years - clogged drains, water heater, new toilets, and most recently a sewer re-pipe. Yes, they may be more expensive than other companies, but with Mike Counsil you get what you pay for - quality work. A big shout out to Rudy and the whole team - they are hardworking, reliable and courteous."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Amesos Plumbing Inc
5.00(
1
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Angi Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jess Plumbing
5.00(
47
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Angi Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a property manager I have doubt was many plumbing companies and I can say I can count on Jess plumbing. He is efficient, reliable and always has fair prices. You can count on him not to overprice because he's honest and knows what he's doing. "
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in San Jose, 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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