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Plumbing Plus
4.5(
529
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Serving San Ysidro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the third time that I hired Plumbing Plus over the past few years for repairs at my house including shower valve replacement, toilet installation, leaks, etc. As always, I am very satisfied with their work. They know their stuff, explain well what they are doing and why, and are very friendly people. Today Darryl did an excellent job replacing the pressure regulator outside my house. I highly recommend him and his coworkers."
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Always important to clean up after ourselves
Tricky Sewer Pipe Installation
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Ladders and lifts to access the pipe overhead

+37

Response time1 day
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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California Plumbing SD Inc
4.9(
222
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Serving San Ysidro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had California plumbing out to camera my main line as we kept having clogs. He arrived on time and was able to go over our issues and come up with a game plan to clean my pipes. Want yo do this before we spend a lot more money replacing them."
California Plumbing
Our Team!
We are happy to help!
We are the experts!
5 star service!

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
352 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ARS / Rescue Rooter San Diego Plumbing & Drains
4.0(
364
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Serving San Ysidro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1975

Customers say: Quick response

"excellent customer service but why replacement installation of a garbage disposal......15 minute job with my new disoasal(exact same model and make of the one being replaced) costing nearly $400.00 plus my cost for the disposal........ and ARS was not the most expensive......I am so dissapointed but only in the cost not the job done....thank you ARS for coming quickly and getting the repair done for my tenant"
Drain Cleaning
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Carini Home Services
4.7(
381
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Serving San Ysidro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our replacement went very well. The Carini installation staff were professional and prompt. The job was extremely well done, with special attention made to a complete a very-clean, well-sealed and neat installation, which interfaced nicely with our current distribution ducting. The Supervisor, Dennis was pleasure to work with, he ensured everything was properly engineered and installed. and made sure we were completely satisfied in all aspects with the job. I am very glad that we selected Carini and would definitely recommend them and would use them again."
Using the sewer camera to inspect the inside of a customer's drains
Camera inspection through a sewer vent on a customer's roof
Hydro jet uses water at 4,000psi to clean the inside of the mainline drain which connects all the home's drains to the city's sewer system.
Using a snake we can go through the cleanouts on the side of the house.
With the cleanouts snaked, and the blockage located, we can send the hydro jet through the sewer vent and flush out the blocked drain.

+16

Response time2 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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PlumbTech
5.0(
6
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Serving San Ysidro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Steven was very professional, polite, and did excellent work. I was frightened of being price gouged but that was definitely not the case. I trusted Steven within minutes and made him my future plumber. This is stress-relieving since my home is now 48 years old. He knew the type of plumbing installed at that time and informed me of what to watch in case it causes problems. He was also available for questions since the setting needed some adjustments. I would totally and with confidence suggest using Plumb Tech for your plumbing needs. Retired teacher Mary"
Water heater installation
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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John Padilla Plumbing
4.6(
9
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Serving San Ysidro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The John Padilla Plumbing company was extremely prompt, professional, and responsive when we contacted them. Our main sewer drain backed up following a garbage disposal issue, and Padilla was scheduled and on-site within 12 hours. The technician was very professional, and took the time to explain what went wrong and why. He cleaned up after himself and ensured everything was left the way he found it. Definitely would recommend Padilla for any household plumbing job!"
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+10

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of San Diego
4.1(
22
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Serving San Ysidro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Mr. Rooter was very professional. He arrived on time, explained what he was going to do and discussed with me at length the type of replacement toilet that I had in mind. He finished the task quickly and cleaned up very well afterwards. A really good job."
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Water heater

+1

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for sewer main install, replace or repair projects in San Ysidro, 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.

The San Ysidro, CA homeowners’ guide to sewer main install, replace or repairs

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