Understanding Sewer Problems in San Diego
What Every Homeowner Should Know Many San Diego homeowners don’t think about their sewer line until there’s a serious problem—like a backup in the shower or a foul odor in the yard. But your sewer system is one of the most critical parts of your home’s infrastructure. When something goes wrong, it…
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Mira Mesa Plumber Refreshes Old Bathroom With Sink Stopper, Faucet, & Toilet Valve Replacement
Every now and then, we find ourselves stuck—in traffic, in a line, or sometimes, in the bathroom. Getting clogs, blockages, and other things unstuck are just a few of the plumbing problems we fix. But occasionally, the problem isn’t deep in the pipes—it’s right at the surface. One Mira…
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Sorrento Valley Washing Machine Water Valve Replacements
Whether you live alone or with a family, households of all sizes rely on a number of machines and fixtures to keep life on track. One of the most important appliances is in the laundry room—it’s the washing machine. We received a call at California Plumbing from a Sorrento Valley homeowner concerned…
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Pipe Leak Replacement: Root Intrusion & Offset In Encinitas
Your sewer line is essential to your home—it directs the flow of wastewater underground from your plumbing system to the municipal sewer line. There are several signs that could indicate a pipe leak in your sewer line. Call a professional plumber if you notice that your water is slow to drain or if it…
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Does your kitchen sink drip even when you turn off the water all the way? Is it leaking, sputtering, too loose, or too hard to turn? It may be time to replace the sink faucet. Imagine walking into your kitchen and saying hello to a brand new, stylish faucet that works perfectly…
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Replacing Hot & Cold Valves For A Carlsbad Laundry Machine
Fresh clothes, bedding, and towels are central to maintaining a clean, hygienic home and peaceful weekly routine. Taking care of laundry on a regular basis is an important personal habit that depends on having a functional laundry machine with reliable plumbing connections. As with any appliance or fixture at home, plumbing issues can prevent you…
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Carlsbad Plumber Fixes Sinks, Garbage Disposal, Toilets, Laundry, and Water Heater
A home has many different parts. The sink, toilet, shower, bathtub, dishwasher, and washing machine—these are just some of the many fixtures and appliances that are vital for our daily routines and chores. When any one piece of the puzzle breaks down, it can be disruptive, but when multiple problems pile up, it can feel…
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Plumber Repairs Shower Wall Leak In Bay Park With New Pipe & Valve
On one sunny morning, California Plumbing received a call from a client in Bay Park, San Diego about an ongoing leak from the wall of their hallway shower. We arrived, shut off the water supply, and explained that, in order to locate the source of the leak and fix the damage, we…
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Shower Valve Replacement Fixes Bay Park Temperature Control Problems
A shower is an absolute necessity for the health, hygiene, and overall happiness of a household. If you’re wondering: “why is my shower lukewarm?” or not hot enough, or “why is my shower temperature inconsistent?” you may be in need of a new valve for your shower. One client…
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Garbage Disposal Installation In Pacific Beach Takes The Bore Out Of Dishwashing Chores
At the end of the day, most of us want a good meal, a warm bath, and a good night’s sleep. But before you tuck yourself and your kids into bed, you need to tuck the dishes into the dishwasher. Washing dirty dishes is one of the many household chores no one wants to lose…
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Perfect Your Bathroom Remodel With Professional Plumbing In Pacific Beach
It is often said to “measure twice and cut once” for precision and success in carpentry. The meaning and wisdom of this proverb can also be applied to almost any aspect of home improvement. At California Plumbing, we pride ourselves in our attention to detail in inspecting and fixing problems of all…
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Mission Valley Plumber Fixes Pipe Burst Under Kitchen Sink
Some people might say that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s a special place where unforgettable memories are created over breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as on birthdays, holidays, and other special occasions. A fully-equipped kitchen has several different appliances, including the refrigerator, oven, stove, dishwasher, microwave, as…
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Beneath The Leak: Pipe Bursting Replaces Cast Iron Pipes In San Diego’s University Town Centre Plumbing System
When California Plumbing’s technicians arrived at a home with a leaking toilet, there was a clear sense of urgency. Before springing into action, our technician inspected the toilet and provided the client with information, offering various options to replace the wax ring or flange. A wax ring is a seal placed between…
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Clairemont Plumber Repairs Leaking Toilet With Wax Ring Replacement
A leaking toilet is one of the hardest things to ignore. From water damage to unpleasant odors, the situation can quickly go from bad to worse if left unattended. When a Clairemont homeowner noticed water pooling at the base of their toilet, they wasted no time in giving California Plumbing a call! …
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Clairemont Plumber Fixes Shower With Fixture & Valve Replacement
Showers are a common luxury that are essential to daily routines. Some people enjoy long showers, while others jump in for a quick clean. Regardless of how you shower, the convenience of a simple turn of the handle is what makes showering so delightful. However, some showers have fixtures that have been…
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Linda Vista Residential Main Water Line Replacement And Two-Way Cleanout Installation
There are some plumbing jobs that require digging down to the root of the issue. Read on for a deep dive on how California Plumbing discovered actual roots in a client’s damaged pipes! Get Down To The Root Of A Plumbing Problem It all began with a call from a Linda Vista client…
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Pacific Beach Plumber Unclogs And Repairs Urinal At Popular Spot
Operating and managing a public establishment carries significant responsibilities in regards to property maintenance. Clean and functional restroom facilities contribute to customer satisfaction and thus an overall positive reputation. Commercial facilities typically service higher levels of usage of plumbing appliances, like sinks and toilets, than households. Problems with these appliances can disrupt…
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5-Star Plumbing Repipe For Clairemont Kitchen And Laundry Sewer Line!
Sewer lines are the underground pipes through which wastewater flows out of your home into municipal sewers. These pipes are the exclusive passages through which sewage, chock full of bacteria, pathogens, and other biohazards, exits your home. Functional, intact sewer lines are vital, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, preventing wastewater from contaminating your home and the…
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Trenchless Pipe Plumbing Repair Rescues DIY Gone Wrong
There are many ways to improve the beauty and function of your home with your own bare hands. The success of completing a do-it-yourself project can be incredibly satisfying! However, there are some types of work that should be left to the skilled hands of licensed technicians. Attempting to gusto your way…
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Home Plumbing Inspection For Lemon Grove Real Estate
When you discover your dream home, it’s important to identify anything that could disturb the domestic bliss. Hidden plumbing problems can be the cause of such. In the immediate and short term, plumbing problems can disrupt your routines, and in the long term, the damage caused by deterioration of fixtures, appliances, drains,…
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Whole House Water Filtration & Descaler Installation in Coronado
A house is widely considered to be the greatest and most important investment one makes in their life. Clean water is the lifeblood of a happy and healthy home, making water filtration and descaling one of the best improvements for your house, physically, structurally, and financially. California is home to water that…
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Miramar Plumber Revives Water Heater And Sewer Line For Duplex
Put simply, a functional household plumbing system delivers water into and out of your home at the right temperature and pressure. If you had to boil it all down to 4 words, you could say: in, out, hot, cold. If any or all of these functions don’t work, you can…
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Stellar 5-Star Water Heater Replacement: Why Imperial Beach Chooses California Plumbing
There is not one daily task that does not rely on an appliance or fixture that uses water. So when problems arise, you need a plumber you can trust and count on. At California Plumbing, we consistently demonstrate our unwavering commitment to providing excellent service to our clients. We…
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Underground Repipe And Two-Way Sewer Cleanout Solidifies Home’s Plumbing Connection To Coronado Sewer Main
It may be crazy to think about, but the truth is that everything in our homes relies on the performance of its plumbing. Even more fascinating is that the most fundamental aspect of your home is virtually completely out of sight. Beneath the surface and beyond what meets the eye are underground…
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Shower Serenity And Bath Bliss: Carmel Valley Unclogging And Plumbing Memberships
In life, there are certain things that cannot be resolved with a simple fix. This is especially true for one of the most important systems in your home: plumbing. Imagine waking up in the morning for an important day at the office. You jump into your shower for a quick scrub, only…
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Toilet & Sink Replacement Gives La Jolla Home Peace & Comfort
Imagine waking up one Saturday morning with bright eyes and a bushy tail. It’s the weekend—finally! You spring out of bed and step into the bathroom to freshen up for the day, only to be taken aback by a busted sink and toilet. What a mess! Bathroom appliances should be both functional…
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Water Heater Replacement: Corrosion In Point Loma
The purpose of a water heater is to fulfill its name—heat water! So naturally, cause for concern arose when one tenant noticed that their water heater was doing more than just that, acting rather strange. We received a call from a client who was puzzled by the mystery of…
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Water Filtration Benefits For Your Health And Home
Convenient and reliable access to clean and safe water is perhaps the most important condition in your home. We use water every single day for a multitude of household appliances and daily tasks, including drinking, bathing, washing, cooking, and more. Water Filtration Benefits Whether your desire is to improve the…
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Tank Versus Tankless Water Heaters: Energy Bills, Installation Costs, & Maintenance
Everyone loves a hot bath. After an intense day or workout, there is almost no better feeling than plunging into a hot tub with some candles and a relaxing playlist. But if you turn on the tap, and after waiting and waiting, nothing but cold water comes out…there is nothing more chilling…
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How to detect and repair slab leaks
Slab leaks are the cracking of the plumbing pipes that run through the concrete foundation of a house or building. As moisture leaks through the pipes, the water can severely damage several different layers of your home. Click here to learn about how leaking pipes affect your health and home. …
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Low water pressure causes and solutions
Low water pressure at home makes it so that daily tasks like dishwashing and handwashing take longer than they need to. In the shower, low pressure prevents the experience of a satisfying, effective wash. Filling water in a sink, tub, or pitcher can take forever. Dishwashers and laundry washing machines may perform less optimally due…
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How A Water Pressure Regulator Protects Your Home
Most of us wake up every morning expecting it to be easy and safe to get water from the turn of a knob or a handle. The daily convenience of running water is made possible by a water pressure regulator, an intricately designed mechanism that automatically adjusts to control water pressure within a specified range….
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Hydro Jetting Success Story: Unclogging in La Jolla
Clogged drains may be messy, but unclogging them doesn’t have to be! We’re proud and excited to share a success story about how we unclogged a commercial facility while keeping the interior of the property safe and sanitary. Our client’s commercial facility had severe recurring clogs, which were caused…
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Pipe Bursting: Trenchless Pipe Replacement And Restoration
When it comes to replacing underground pipes, many property owners do not know about new alternatives to repiping that can significantly help save time, money, and headache. Continue reading to learn about a streamlined method to be “out with the old, and in with the new” for pipes! The Difference Between Burst Pipes…
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How Leaking Pipes Affect Your Health And Home (Call Your Plumber Immediately!)
If you are reading this article and have a leaking pipe in your home right now, we highly advise that you call your local plumber as soon as you can. The Dangers of Leaking Pipes You may wonder, “how harmful can a leaking pipe be?” Not only will a cracked…
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