What to expect when you call
- Every call is treated as an urgent case — there is no waiting list.
- Our friendly phone staff stay helpful even when the technician who visits is someone else.
- Each certified plumber carries the parts needed for most jobs. If a part must be ordered, we install a temporary fix to prevent further damage.
- If arrival will be delayed, we give you interim steps to limit the damage.
Emergency situations we handle
Pipe leaks and gas leaks. From small leaks to burst pipes — a sudden drop in water pressure may signal a burst pipe. For gas smells, see Gas Pipe Leak Detection.
Clogged toilet. If a plunger fails to clear a backup, call us — see Drain Cleaning.
Faucet malfunction. A leaking or failing faucet can cause major water damage.
Basement flooding. Caused by a clogged basement drain, a failed sump pump, a leaking pipe or a leaking main supply valve.
Plumbing emergency Los Angeles — what we install and repair
- Sewer inspection, locating and video inspection
- Fixtures and faucets
- Water heaters and water or gas leaks
- Water and drain pipe repair and installation, plus repiping
- Drain and sewer stoppages, cleaning and maintenance
- Trenchless sewer lining and excavation
- High-pressure hydro jetting
- Backflow devices, sump pumps, floor drains and area drains
- Electronic leak detection and slab leak repair
- Water filtration systems
Plumbing services across Los Angeles
We serve Los Angeles and dozens of nearby communities, including Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Century City, Venice, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, Encino, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Van Nuys and Woodland Hills. See the full service area list.
Water pressure emergencies
Warning signs of a failing pressure regulator include high or low pressure, surging water, banging or vibrating pipes, leaking toilet fill valves, leaking hot water relief valves, and broken pipes or leaking faucets.
Recommended home pressure is about 55 PSI, and most codes cap safe pressure at 80 PSI — manufacturers and some home warranty providers may void coverage above that. Older homes are more likely to have pressure issues because municipal pressure has risen and older buildings lack regulators. A failed regulator usually needs replacement, which is a technical job rather than a simple hardware-store repair. Learn more on our water pressure repair page.
Galvanic corrosion (electrolysis)
Galvanic corrosion occurs when dissimilar metals are connected in the presence of an electrolyte. Salt water and acidic solutions are strong electrolytes; fresh potable water is weak, and distilled water is extremely weak. It is uncommon in fresh water, and other kinds of corrosion are often misnamed as electrolysis. In a galvanic pairing, the less noble (anodic) metal corrodes while the more noble (cathodic) metal is protected.