We experienced a problem with the lav sink drain piping and had no sink for hand-washing. Alfa…read morearrived very quickly and Efrain handled the job quickly and cleanly. I was back in business! I do not to hesitate to recommend Alfa Plumbing!

Jorge and Efrain were fast to respond to my online request and set up a flexible time to come by…read more We exchanged a couple of emails and photos. They promptly arrived as scheduled. I really appreciated them putting on shoe covers! They were very knowledgeable and spent a good bit of time inspecting the problem and talking through the options. They gave me great advice, and in the end I decided that I would defer the work until I find new units. No charge for the visit. Friendly, great sense of humor. I will definitely call on them when I am ready to move forward.

Came to give a quote for toilet repair or replacement, but I never heard back from them. Said it…read morecould cost thousands of dollars. I said that's fine but please give me a quote. 2 stars instead of 1 because the quote was very easy to schedule.

I hired Mauro and his team for a water heater replacement…read more I found him previously for a pipe replacement project last year and was very impressed. Given the complexity of this job, I wanted to make sure it was done right. Communication was excellent. Mauro was able to come by for an estimate within a few days, and from there, his office crew helped me plan and schedule the work. Additionally, they handled the permit and inspection coordination. They were able to schedule the work within two weeks, which was fine given that this wasn't an emergency. For this gas to heat pump conversion, it was necessary to vent both the intake and exhaust. This presents a number of challenges like making vent holes, running ducts, and making sure everything is air tight. Jose and his team were absolutely awesome. They take pride in their work. The team is friendly and patient, and takes the time to break down what they're doing and why, as well as any hiccups and adjustments that have to be made. I cannot tell you how great it is to have a professional you can trust, who also respects you and your property. This was a complex job and they made it look great, fit the space, and work as needed. A plumber isn't something you hope you need very often, but should anything come up, I'll definitely be calling Mauro's Plumbing again.

Our garbage disposal was not working. I called them in the afternoon, and Gerardo came out a couple…read moreof hours later. He repaired our disposal in a matter of minutes. Gerardo was prompt, friendly, and easy to talk with. I wish all repair people had his personality. This is my second time dealing with Oakland Rooter & Plumbing in the last 5 months for different issues. They always leave us happy with their service. I would recommend them and would use them again.

These guys are great. Alberto was super knowledgeable and friendly, helped find the right parts to…read morefix the sink, and was fast and fair in his pricing. He also came that day and we talked about classic cars! This is the second time i've used Oakland Rooter and both times have been execllent. I recommend them bigtime! Thanks so much.

I'm just so relieved to have the job done. I'm also lucky I found a reasonable, knowledgeable and…read morepersonable plumber!!! He was able to locate the leak and fix it and then finished with rebar and concrete nicely done. Plus he installed a sprinkler shut off and a new water main ball valve. Billy, I'll be using you again and have already referred you to my friends. Thank you again!!! AAAA++++

I rarely write reviews but what Billy did for me was no short of amazing and deserve a five star…read morereview. I needed Flo by Moen shut-off valve installed for insurance purposes and he is very responsive, nice, professional, and honest. In addition, his price is very competitive and he is very transparent about his pricing. He also clearly took pride in his work because he took the extra time to make everything looks nice and clean. Billy is a rare gem, I highly recommend his services and will be sure to call him again for my future plumbing needs.

Edgar Amaya of Pipe Arts Plumbing was very easy to reach by phone; he was clear, friendly, and…read moreprompt in his communication. He asked me to text him photos of the work we wanted done; then estimated the time it would take, and his hourly rate. He was available in a time frame that was optimal for us, which I really appreciated. Our top priority projects were a clogged bathroom sink, and a pipe that needed replacing in the garage sink. He did both of those projects in the estimated time, or even a little bit less time. We also wanted the pipes replaced under the kitchen sink, because a previous plumber had put in plastic pipes, which had fallen apart, and were being held together with tape. We thought that would need to be done another day, but he had the pipes in his truck, and quickly replaced the plastic pipes. All of that work took less than two hours, and he had all of the parts he needed with him. The total bill, including parts and labor, was very reasonable. We highly recommend Edgar Amaya of Pipe Arts Plumbing, and will be sure to call him again for any future projects.

Edgar is the best! Fast, efficient, and great prices! Replaced our water heater lickedy-split!…read more In an our in record time!

We had an unexpected issue (leaky wall faucets) when trying to get a new washing machine installed,…read moreand Ramon was able to come within a few hours to fix it. I appreciated being able to speak directly to him when I called, versus a dispatch service. He was up front and honest about the work required, how long it would take, cost, and possible (if unlikely) complications. All went smoothly. On his way out he kindly gave us some tips on other (unrelated) plumbing stuff to pay attention to / start saving for. As much as we wish the washer issue didn't happen in the first place, we're grateful that it ended up connecting us with Ramon!

We had Ramon come for an emergency leak and he was prompt, courteous, and diagnosed the issue. He…read morecame back the next day to install a new faucet and did a great job. I would not hesitate to use him for future plumbing needs or recommend him to others.

I wish they had completed the job they started, fixed what they broke (our water main) and…read morecommunicated with us. Did I mention they splashed mud on the front of our house and didn't bother to rinse or wipe it off?

A word to the wise ... ask what the minimum charge is before you commit. I did not do this, and…read moredidn't realize until after he showed up that JJ Rooter & Plumbing charge around $485 minimum. I had a simple toilet fill valve that needed to be replaced, and a simple sluggish drain in the kitchen. Once he was at the house, I was quoted almost $1000 for both. (!!!) Seriously? I could get a brand new toilet and have it installed for half that. Needless to say, I declined. I waited to have another very trustworthy plumber come out. Cost to fix both problems? $225! He was shocked when I told him the JJ $1000 quote. My plumber told me how cheap the parts are; he did the work quickly and efficiently; and everything is working great. I'm sure JJ Rooter & Plumbing do good work, and I know costs go up, but charging that much is outrageous.

Ted came highly recommended by our neighborhood email list, and I couldn't be happier with the job…read morehe did. I reached out to get some cat wall furniture hung up (shelves, steps, and other things for the cat to jump and climb on), and it was super easy to get a quote and schedule a time. I imagine it's a somewhat small job for him compared to some of the reviews I saw here, but it's something I didn't have the skills to do myself, and I appreciated him taking it on. I will definitely be reaching out again in the future! It's such a relief to have someone I can rely on to take care of these things. He was professional, quick, and I am so happy seeing the shelves up (and knowing they're secure). Ted has one more fan in our email list!

This is going to be long, but it needs to be, because the experience unfolded slowly and then all…read moreat once. I hired Ted because he seemed professional at first: reasonable quote (not the cheapest), clear scope of work, and a stated one-year warranty. I waited about a week for him to come out. The first red flag was timing. He said he'd arrive between 9:30 and 10:30. At 9:50 he texted that he was "wrapping up his morning job" and needed to get fuel, with no ETA. He arrived at 11. When he came in, he put foot covers on his shoes -- and then immediately stepped outside and back into my house, tracking dirt onto my carpet. He didn't have enough material to protect the floors where he'd be working, so I laid down plastic myself. He didn't seem particularly concerned about keeping the space clean. As the work began, things went downhill quickly. Ted started cutting into my walls and ceiling far more than expected. What should have been a relatively contained wiring job turned into multiple drywall openings -- including a long, thin strip cut from the power box toward the bathroom. As I write this, I have a drywall professional repairing all of these cuts. Once I realized how much drywall he was removing, I asked him to stop cutting and to check with me before making any more openings. I also asked how much he would charge to repair the drywall. He responded defensively, saying, "I didn't agree to that -- check your texts," as if I were asking him to fix it for free. He even threatened to leave. I clarified several times that I was simply asking for a quote. He never gave one, and instead just continued working. The long strip he cut was supposedly needed to run a new power wire. Ted initially insisted the wire would need to run under the ceiling joists -- essentially beneath the drywall -- and that I'd "just mud and tape it." I've done enough drywall work myself to know that this is incorrect. I used a flashlight to show him existing wiring running properly over the joists. He eventually conceded that it might be possible. Later, he called me to say he'd need to extend the strip further because he didn't have a straight pole to fish the wire. I paused, thought about it, and realized I owned steel fish tape -- the correct tool for exactly this purpose. When I showed it to him, he glanced at it and said, dismissively, "That's for conduit," and turned away. I explained that fish tape is used for precisely this situation. He repeated, "It's for conduit," several times. When I tried to demonstrate its flexibility, he raised his voice and said, "Look, I don't want to get lectured, okay?" At that point, I had to tell him not to raise his voice at me in my own home. Eventually I suggested he just try the tool, and if he needed help I'd assist. He asked if we could "do it together," which struck me as odd. I declined. Later, I found the wire successfully run over the joists -- using the fish tape. After calling me again about needing yet another cut, I asked him to leave. By that point, the house was extremely dirty. Drywall dust was everywhere, and the carpet was full of debris. Ted insisted on vacuuming before leaving, despite the job being unfinished and the walls and ceiling being full of holes. I told him it was fine and that he could go. He kept insisting. At one point I looked down and noticed he was standing on my carpet without foot covers, after removing the plastic I'd put down. I finally had to tell him to leave very directly. The next day, a licensed electrician came to finish and clean up the work. He installed the remaining fan with zero additional cuts except for the one required to vent it outside -- not the cuts Ted said were necessary. We actually laughed together at how bad the previous work was. He also confirmed that the new circuit Ted had run was unnecessary. After checking the fan's power requirements, he simply removed the cable Ted installed and powered the fan from the existing circuit. I'm now having him come back later this week to fix a mistake Ted made on the fan he did install. One final detail: Ted left for about two and a half hours mid-job, and when he returned, he immediately smoked a cigarette in front of my house. I'm honestly baffled by how this person has positive reviews. I regret hiring him, waiting for him, and not ending the job sooner. Ted started out sounding professional, but that professionalism did not extend to his workmanship, communication, or conduct in my home. Edit: I see this guy replied to my review! I'm disappointed to see this response mischaracterizes both my expectations and my conduct. At no point did I ask for free drywall repair, nor did I yell at or curse at anyone. The core facts remain unchanged: unnecessary drywall cuts were made, the work was left unfinished, and a licensed electrician later confirmed much of the work was unnecessary and corrected it. I've shared my experience so others can make an informed decision.

So relieved to find this company, honest, quick to respond, very experienced, reasonable price,…read moreexplained how the previous installation was substandard but did not try to benefit from this.

The AP Water Heaters team is exactly the type of company we all hope for. Responsive, knowledgeable…read moreof equipment and rebates/incentives, professional, timely, reasonable, very respectful of the work area and home, flexible with schedule, and honest. All of my questions were answered even more thoroughly than I asked and in terms that were understandable. This equipped me to make a clear and confident decision on equipment type and was able to plan swiftly for the work to be tackled. Managing a family and balancing income life (in the Bay Area) in itself is a lot! Add on managing the entire home and surrounding property with the need for trustworthy contractors is pretty paramount. AP Water Heaters is a true partner for us home owners and I highly recommend them. Equipment installed: Electric Heat Pump Water Heater

Derek was prompt, professional and skilled. His customer service was excellent and he made sure I…read morewas aware of what the problem was and what he was doing. He is affordable and extremely polite. You can't go wrong with this guy! He will stay in my contacts as a great plumber! Steve G

We tried to replace our campervan shower faucet ourselves, failed, and called Derek. He was…read moreresponsive and knowledgeable, and got the job done! We're very grateful.