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Plumbing Plus
4.5(
529
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Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called Plumbing Plus because I've used them before and trusted them too. Scheduled a Saturday appointment for estimate on the work. Scott arrived during the scheduled time frame and went through the work to be done. Estimate was e-mailed a few days later.

The above work was performed about a week later. All the items were installed in about 4 hours. Very happy with the new water heater/tank and even have better water pressure than before. The replacement of the main shut off valve looks great and is copper, so don't have to worry about rust in the future. The toilet was installed and works great. They even hauled away the old toilet which was appreciated.

Overall I'm very happy with the work done by Plumbing plus and will most definitely call them for future plumbing issues."
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 Santee, 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 Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1975

Customers say: Quick response

"Wesleyl Fazeka was the licensed plumber who replaced the kitchen sink garbage disposal. He finished the job efficiently and professionally. He is an excellent employee who likes what he does and should be valued by ARS Rescue Rooter. Thank you Weslely and thank you ARS"
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 Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have been with them for years with no problems with their Installation or Service. Their staff is always on time and professional."
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
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing
4.4(
31
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Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very long. 3+ hours. Suppose to be routine servicing. Turned out to be just diagnostic. Long list of things to repair. Had another company review and a lot less repairs recommended. I felt like it was a come on to make sales."
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+7

Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Anderson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
4.4(
1,027
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Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With more than four decades of industry experience, Anderson Plumbing, Heating & Air has become the leading choice for residential plumbing, heating, and AC services in San Diego County. Our team of San Diego plumbers and HVAC technicians is committed to your complete comfort, offering peace of mind and outstanding value with every service we provide. We are proudly woman-owned, family-operated, and a BBB A+ rated contractor.

108 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Blue Planet Drains & Plumbing, Inc.
4.2(
408
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Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had old sewer line removed and new sewer line installed for our bathrooms. The job was completed in the time quoted and for the amount they estimated. Polite and professional crew. We would recommend this company."
Excavate access hole to expose line and repair
Roots broke sewer pipe
Sewer replacement with trenchless system
Trenchless equipment in use
Pour asphalt after at the street

+32

Response time6 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for sewer main install, replace or repair projects in Santee, 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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