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Avatar for Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.4(
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Serving Nipomo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was done quickly. The plumber installed a new garbage disposal, fixed the sink faucet issue another plumber said was unfixable, and repaired a toilet. He was polite, efficient and cleaned up after himself thoroughly."
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Installing brand new and high efficiency units

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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PAYTON'S PLUMBING
5.0(
6
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Serving Nipomo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tyler installed a complete septic system for our new home construction project. This included a 2000 gallon concrete tank with a distribution box and 165â of leach field. The installation was completed ahead of schedule and the site was finish graded very nicely upon completion. The system design engineer and the city building inspector both signed off with positive comments on the quality of work. We used Tyler to trench and install our water connection as well. We intend to use his services in the future also. We highly recommend him."
Response time11 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Nipomo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mega Power Electric is an excellent company to work with. Gary and his team are knowledgeable, honest, and will go out of their way to get the job done right. We installed panels and solar battery storage unit in our home and we're reaping the benefits of being clean and green."
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+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Griffin Plumbing - Orcutt, California Facebook
5.0(
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Serving Nipomo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I woke up to a Monday morning water heater flood in my garage. All the Lompoc plumbers were not available until Wednesday or Thursday...not an option!!! I called Griffin and they were here with a few hours, not days. Jake was professional, friendly and courteous. He explained all the options and the work that was going to be done. It was more expensive than I had planned but then PERFECTION has a price. If you are looking for a bargain, not the company BUT if you want the BEST, you get what you pay for!"
Response time10 mins
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Vortex Filtration Inc
5.0(
5
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Serving Nipomo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vortex Filtration Inc is a excellent company with vast experience & knowledge in conditioning potable well water. I recommend Vortex Filtration Inc to design build and install their patented Vortex water system to solved all well water conditioning issues. My client had a problem for over tens years prior to the installation of the Vortex system. Once installed, the well water in the holding tank was crystal clear. Thanks Vortex!"
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+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sarjeant Properties
5.0(
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Serving Nipomo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Sarjeant Properties played a key role in enabling us to pull off an entire interior renovation in 10 days. Randy and Ty worked diligently to complete their items of work and stepped in to help make sure other contractors’ items were done on time. Furthermore their attention to detail was great. I highly recommend them."
Interior view from entry to living room and stairway before, notice open under crooked stairs, 2x4 railing, bare subfloor
Again flew into Texas where my assistant was ready to go! Another week, another challenging project for the Family in Blanco, Texas. Complete with plane tickets.
Making custom posts
This Tuff Shad was an out building, had to install a sub panel and wiring to receive and distribute power to 13 outlets inside 1 outside, a 30 amp RV plug, an outside light, a power strip, 8 recessed lights, a fan with light  with all the necessary light switches.
Detailed finish view of the posts and rail work, rails run inside posts. Post saddle stair framing

+56

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Nipomo, 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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