Todd is amazing! My mom had a dual kitchen sink with pipes that corroded. After sending some…read morephotos, Todd was able to make a quick visit and arrived at our home with all the parts/tools needed to help solve the problem. Todd worked really efficiently and was very respectful of our home. Mom does not speak English, but Todd was very friendly and made sure to show her how to use the newly installed sink drains. Todd has been a local on Alameda and offers top notch service. I highly recommend him if you need any plumbing work done!

I highly recommend Todd for plumbing. He has helped us twice when we had floods in the house. He…read morewas very prompt in responding and prompt showing up. I was so appreciative of his help. The first time was a pipe under the sink that busted and it flooded the kitchen and it was going into the living room. He helped to repair the broken pipe. The second time was a few weeks ago when a part connected to our water heater blew up. It was spraying water everywhere and again part of the downstairs flooded. Not only did he respond to my message that I left quickly! And I also left a text just to be sure. He called back and walked me through some safety protocols to make sure everything was turned off like the gas. Then came by the next day! He is very honest and does not try to upsell. He could've easily sold me a whole new water heater installation because it's been in the home already now for 18 years!, but he decided that we could just try changing the one part that had rusted and began spewing water everywhere. It was crazy. I was in so much distress, but was so encouraged by his honest helpfulness. It ended up being cheaper than I had anticipated. Because I had checked in with Costco and Home Depot for a full replacement. But if I would've went that route, I would've spent thousands of dollars. It feels so good to know that there's an honest skilled plumber in our community you're not only does excellent work but cares about people. We learned the hard way: check your water heaters regularly.

I called Oakland Rooter and Plumbing last minute midday Saturday because the bathtub at my property…read morewasn't draining. We had another company's plumber snake the bathtub, but unfortunately, it didn't solve the problem. Oakland Rooter and Plumbing was immediately able to get someone out to the property within just a few hours. Eddie came out, assessed the issue, and recommended snaking the bathtub again. Within an hour, he was able to clear a hairball from the pipe and get the bathtub draining properly again! We were initially worried that there might be a broken pipe, so we were very relieved that Eddie was able to resolve the issue so quickly. Huge thank you to Eddie and Oakland Rooter and Plumbing! I really appreciated the clear communication, quick response, availability on such short notice, and professionalism. We will definitely be reaching out again for future plumbing services!

They are amazing! i asked if he thought this would remedy the issue in the kitchen. He said, we'll…read morehave to wait and see. Can i tell you how much i appreciated this answer! it's the most honest answer you'd ever want to hear. Oakland Rooter was referred to me by another amazing plumber that didn't have time. All the details you would want. Every person i engaged with was great. Nacho was super responsive, kind and to the point in text. Odi and Samuel are amazing! .. they were detailed in figuring out what was wrong, shared a video of the problem under the house. when they had to dig up ground- the separated each layer so it could be put back properly! this was something i didn't expect and was over joyed that this is their standard practice! they were fairly priced & resolved within 4 hours. we are almost 3 weeks from the work and all is great! ps it did fix the issue with the sink as well!!

After getting a very high quote from a major plumbing chain, we decided to contact Water Heater…read moreMasters. We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Water Heater Masters. Alex sent our technician, Rojo, who helped install a new 40-gallon gas water heater in our indoor utility closet, and he was incredibly diligent, professional, and efficient from start to finish. Installing a tank in an inside closet can be tricky, but Rojo handled the entire job seamlessly in just 2 hours. He replaced everything with high-quality components, including: * New hot and cold water flex lines * A brand new water shut-off valve * A new gas flex line and sediment trap * Fully reworked earthquake straps (to meet California safety codes) * Properly updated T&P line and venting He also took care of the removal and disposal of our heavy 18 yr old tank, leaving the utility closet completely clean. If you want fair pricing, expert specialized service, and a technician who respects your time and home, call Water Heater Masters and ask for Rojo. Highly recommended!

We were replacing a gas water heater with a hybrid electric heat pump water heater. Generally, this…read moretype of heater costs twice as much (price and installation) as a traditional electric water heater, but costs a lot less to run (and therefore you recoup the additional cost in a few years from lower operating costs). I had a very easy experience getting an on-site quote. I received 3 quotes for this job. 2 quotes, including this one, came in around $7100. I went with a third one at around $6700 (which included an additional mixing valve) and am very happy with my decision. Overall price was not a big part of my decision, but brand of water heater was. After doing some research online, the most recommended brands are AO Smith and Rheem (GE). Both higher quotes were for Navien, which has only been making heat pump water heaters for 1 year, but I was told that it is the most reliable brand. I did not understand how this claim could be made, given how short the duration of evaluation for this product. Even the worst appliances usually work for at least a year. So I requested a quote for AO Smith or Rheem, which I did not get. I'm not sure why my brand request was not honored, but it made me question whether I should go with a company that either has communication issues or maybe some type of deal with Navien that I was not informed about. Many water heater installers are preferred installers of certain brands, which means they can get better pricing, etc. I did not want to be a guinea pig for Navien.

Incredible service and quality. We had an emergency with our old water heater which they…read moreaccommodated and scheduled work to get us up and running as quick as possible while scheduling longer term fixes. Could not be more happy with the quality of the installation and finish work.

We first met AT Weber for sewer lateral work and they offered the most work for the best price…read more This 2nd encounter was for replacing a water heater. Again, they offered a competitive price and included all kinds of services such as rebate filing and working with another electrical to get the installation done. They have such a great team including Todd, Justin, and Dane. Everyone is prompt, respectful, and easy to get along with. The final installation was very clean and works flawlessly. I appreciate this plumbing and heating team and will likely be using them for a future HVAC project. Highly recommend them.

We used this company in July of 2026 and they were great. We had been smelling a slight gas smell…read morein our garage for a number of months. The smell was not consistent. It only occurred when the weather was hot. Basically, only summer afternoons. We had PG&E come out repeatedly and they could not find the source. We spoke with plumbers and other heater repair companies. All of them told us that it was not our heater; that we were wrong about the inconsistency of the smell. That gas leaks are only consistent and would not happen only when it was hot. We were told that we must be wrong. We felt like we were going crazy. Until we called Bay Area Water Heaters and Dave came out (with a whole crew). He took the time to inspect our heater and said yes, this slight gas smell on hot days is something he had heard of. It was likely due to an old valve within the control panel. He walked us through our options but ultimately suggested replacing the entire heater. His team was able to do the job right then and there and at a reasonable rate. It was completed within the hour. And sure enough, no more gas smell in our garage. Dave and his team were amazing and incredibly professional. We will be using this company again.

The owner, Chris, showed a complete inability to control his emotions and yelled at me over the…read morephone during a routine customer service call. I had scheduled a service appointment and needed to cancel. I understand that cancellations impact a schedule, so I remained completely calm and polite throughout the conversation and paid their full cancellation fee immediately without hesitation or dispute. Despite complying with their policy right away, the owner became hostile. He lost his temper, raised his voice, and berated me for how much the cancellation hurt his business. A cancellation fee is meant to cover lost time--it is not a license to yell at and lecture paying customers who are speaking respectfully. Handling ordinary business interactions with this level of aggression and emotional volatility is completely unacceptable. I would strongly advise against dealing with an owner who treats customers this way.

These guys are great! A few weeks ago I had a different plumber from Rooter Hero come to unclog a…read moresink, and after a significant time, he was unable to do it and said my pipes were closed up and I needed to replace my drain pipes. I wanted a second opinion so I called Alameda Rooter - Ygnacio was skeptical and said he can send someone out, and if they can't clear the clog, he wouldn't charge me. The plumber came same day, pointed out where the other plumber likely failed, and fixed my clog! I can't believe I almost spent a bajillion dollars to replace my pipes when it was due to an error by the previous plumber. Alameda Rooter is much more thorough and love their guarantee that they don't charge if they can't solve the problem.

I had an issue with my sink and a leak that was happening. …read more They were fast to respond. Their estimate was reasonable. Communication was good.

I've worked with a lot of plumbers over the years, and Ed is hands down my favorite. He's very…read moredependable and super knowledgeable. What I appreciate most is that he works smarter, not longer. He thinks through the problem, explains the options clearly, and helps me find the best solution based on my budget and timeline. I never feel pressured into unnecessary work. On top of that, he's genuinely kind, professional, and easy to work with. Ed is a gem.

Finding the right plumber can save you time, money, and a lot of headaches. Refer to my comments in…read morethe photos I attached.

Hotter Water Heaters responded to my request for quote immediately at like 11:30 pm on Thursday,…read morewith a very reasonable quote, and was able to fit me in on Friday (even though they were going on vacation that weekend)! Hakim arrived on time with his son and they were super helpful and friendly, and answered every question I had. They pointed out the issues with the previous installation and fixed these hacks. You can tell that Hakim really knows what he's doing! The water heater replacement job was completed quickly and professionally, and they cleaned up everything afterwards. He gave me the link to register the water heater for the warranty. Everything was easy and looks great. Highly recommend!

Hakim and his son provided great service and very caring and wanting the best for the customer…read more They went above and beyond to get my warm water started.Highly recommend and definitely keeping them as my main plumbing service!

Jim and Sal came in like determined detectives who don't give up until the mystery is solved…read more We had heard the sound of dripping water inside a wall cavity and noticed paint bubbling on the wall a few days earlier. Other plumbers we called suggested cutting the wall open in large sections, but Jim said they would inspect first and find the source of the leak. They paid attention to both the big picture and the smallest details, climbing into and crawling around our attic until they figured out exactly what had happened. They explained their findings clearly and documented everything thoroughly. Jim also took the time to answer my questions about water heaters and provided some genuinely helpful information. It's special to meet professionals like Jim and Sal, who have the curiosity and perseverance to get to the bottom of things instead of jumping straight to the most invasive solution. I know that the next time I need a plumber, I'll call Jim.

If you are in the Alameda/ Oakland area, Jim of UleakIFix Plumbing should be your first call for…read moreyour plumbing problems. I had a damp tile floor in the bathroom, and wasn't sure the source. Jim helped me troubleshoot it over the phone. I found out it was a leak involving the toilet tank. Jim came over in an hour and fixed it for a fair price. Problem solved. ULeakIFix Plumbing is the same as "Smart Rooter & Plumbing." Thank you for a job well done. Great customer service.

Smart Rooter & Plumbing is now "ULeakIFix."…read more https://www.uleakifix.com/ It's the same business, same great service. I tried to get a quote thru the Yelp Projects system, and didn't get a response. I figured the company was busy. So I decided a near 5-star business was worth a 2nd chance, so I called the ph# directly. Left a message, and got a reply within an hour. Jim helped me troubleshoot the problem, then came out to fix it. Fair price to fix a slow leak.

Hired them for the second time. Fast, effective, friendly. Great service (sewer later block).read more