Emergency Plumbers in San Francisco, CA
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Top 3 Plumbers in San Francisco
Strong HireBig Smile Plumbing
5(99)
“Rolando has done multiple jobs for me. He is friendly, reliable and knowledgeable. He does excellent work!”
Strong HireGolden Coast Plumbing and Rooter Inc
4.9(17)
“Joel was amazing — willing to get things done quickly and pretty great with communication and availability. We are so grateful for the work he's done on our water leak.”
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.6k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
20+ reviews specifically name Sayed for fast, late-night, and…
Multiple reviewers note Sayed cleared clogs after two prior…
Same-day burst water heater replacement reported with…
Concerns
Quality is heavily tied to which tech is dispatched
Limited mentions of pricing detail;
The Oakland Plumber | Emergency Plumbing Service
5·3 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Avoid5.0Google
Strengths
Two reviewers specifically describe fast emergency response in…
Reviewers call the operator honest and trustworthy
Concerns
Only 3 Google reviews
Oakland Plumbing Experts
4.9·37 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day service confirmed across multiple reviews including…
Technicians praised for clean work
After-hours availability: one reviewer had a water heater fixed…
Concerns
One reviewer noted the phone number redirected to a Roto-Rooter…
$700 charged for a shower cartridge replacement
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·238 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Within-2-hour arrivals confirmed across multiple emergency calls…
Tech Rich named positively in 10+ reviews for thoroughness, floor…
Strong drain and main-line clearing reputation
Concerns
Pattern of high opening quotes that drop substantially after…
Initial quotes run high
One reviewer reports never receiving an invoice despite repeated…
Big Smile Plumbing
5·99 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Owner Rolando handles calls personally
Fair-pricing reputation: multiple reviewers cite reasonable…
Clean job sites and clear communication called out across ~30…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Golden Coast Plumbing and Rooter Inc
4.9·17 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Joel reviewed a customer's video before arriving and waived the…
Diagnoses problems without a separate estimate visit
Saved one customer $400 by diagnosing a misaligned gasket instead…
Multiple reviewers mention pricing 40–50% below competitors for…
Concerns
Left a large hole in ceiling unpatched after fixing a water leak
Pacific Plumbing Systems
5·62 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
BBB A+ accredited, 28 years in business
Specialized work on 100+ year old San Leandro homes (sewer…
Repeat customer relationships explicitly cited spanning 20+ years
Reviewer noted total price was about one-third of a competitor…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of The Oakland-Berkeley Area
4.9·1.3k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Avoid4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or within-the-hour dispatch confirmed across 6+ Google…
Multiple reviewers mention named techs (Vito, Billy, Alex) who…
Concerns
Pattern of $89 special turning into five-figure quotes, then…
Yelp 2.0 stars vs Google 4.9
Reviewer reports tech offered to do a $20K job 'cheaper as a side…
5 separate Yelp reviewers describe being quoted $8,000-$37,000…
Service Hero Plumbing & Air
4.6·1.3k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.6Google
Strengths
Reviewers repeatedly describe same-day or one-hour arrivals,…
Many named techs (Abel, Diego, Kent, Luis) drew separate positive…
Multiple reviewers note clean cleanup after rooter and snake jobs
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Oakland Rooter Plumbing
4.9·99 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
After-hours and weekend emergency response consistently praised
Quotes honored even when jobs run over: 'True to their word I was…
Eduardo Navarro specifically cited for transparent, no-pressure…
Concerns
Possible dispatch mismatch: one reviewer called Oakland Rooter,…
Three separate reviewers note pricing significantly higher than…
Refused phone estimates on standard jobs (kitchen faucet), then…
A tech used a standard drain auger on a smart toilet and…
Total Underground Construction
5·6 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day or within-hours response documented in at least 4…
Transparent, fair pricing cited by multiple reviewers
End-to-end communication praised across nearly every review: crew…
Concerns
Two reviews (April 11 and April 12, 2023) are near-identical…
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Big Brothers Plumbing Inc
5·151 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Answered at 6am and completed a water heater replacement on-site…
Jorge Rojas praised by one customer across 8 years and multiple…
Competitive pricing — 'best quote out of 7' on a commercial…
Jesus helped customer understand their main clean-out location…
Concerns
Technician allegedly told a customer their repair was fixed but…
Two separate Yelp reviews (2018) describe crew members…
Documented ghosting: texts read, no response for 2+ weeks on a…
Capelli Plumbing
4.9·386 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer lateral replacement (trenchless), backflow installs, and…
Long-standing customer relationships
BBB A+ accredited, 18 years in business
Concerns
One detailed 1-star review describes a tech placing a removed…
Same reviewer reports the original clog returned 8 days later
The Plumbing Two
4.9·58 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Showed up at 6:15am on a Saturday after a 6am call about water…
Cleared a midnight raw sewage emergency, then dug 5 feet to…
Sent photos and video documentation of the entire job to the…
Concerns
One reviewer noted finish work was 'not good'
Clement Plumbing Alameda CA
5·12 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
2 reviewers specifically name 'Jimmy' and praise his patient…
At least 2 reviews mention fast or prompt response even for…
Unusual integrity noted by multiple reviewers: one was actively…
Concerns
One review mentions 'Precision Plumbing Services Fort Collins'
One review references 'Olsson Plumbing' rather than 'Clement…
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
About Emergency Plumbing in San Francisco
San Francisco's Victorian and Edwardian homes have plumbing systems over a century old, making burst pipes and sewer backups a frequent concern.
Common Plumbing Emergencies in San Francisco
Burst or Frozen Pipes
A burst pipe can flood your home in minutes. Shut off your main water valve and call an emergency plumber immediately.
Water Heater Failure
No hot water, leaking tank, or strange noises from your water heater? Emergency plumbers can diagnose and repair or replace your unit fast.
Sewer Line Backup
Sewage backing up into your home is a health hazard. Emergency plumbers have the equipment to clear blockages and repair damaged sewer lines.
Clogged Drains
When plunging doesn't work and water won't drain, professional emergency drain cleaning can resolve even the toughest blockages.
Gas Line Issues
If you smell gas, evacuate immediately and call 911 first. Then call a licensed plumber for gas line repair.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an emergency plumber cost in San Francisco, CA?
Emergency plumber rates in San Francisco typically range from $150-$300 for the service call, plus parts and labor. After-hours and weekend calls in San Francisco County may cost more. Always ask for a written estimate before work begins.
What should I do during a plumbing emergency in San Francisco?
Shut off the main water valve to stop water flow. If there's standing water, turn off electricity to affected areas. Move valuables away from water and take photos for insurance. Then call a verified emergency plumber in San Francisco immediately.
How quickly can an emergency plumber arrive in San Francisco?
Most emergency plumbers in San Francisco, CA aim to arrive within 30-60 minutes depending on your location in San Francisco County. Our verified plumbers are tested for response time and confirmed to dispatch quickly.
Should I attempt DIY plumbing repairs in San Francisco?
Only take immediate steps like shutting off water valves and containing water damage. DIY repairs on pressurized water lines or sewer systems can make the problem worse, cause additional damage, and void insurance claims. Call a licensed plumber in San Francisco instead.
Can I get a same-day plumber in San Francisco?
Yes — many plumbers serving San Francisco and San Francisco County offer same-day service for urgent repairs. Plumbers listed here are rated for responsiveness, so you can see which ones consistently arrive quickly. For true emergencies like burst pipes or sewer backups, most can dispatch within 30-60 minutes.
Are emergency plumbers in San Francisco available 24/7?
Yes — the emergency plumbers listed on Fast Plumber Near Me serving San Francisco and San Francisco County offer 24/7 availability. We verify that they actually answer emergency calls at all hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
What are the most common plumbing emergencies in San Francisco?
The most common plumbing emergencies in San Francisco, CA include burst or frozen pipes, water heater failures, sewer line backups, clogged drains, and gas line issues. San Francisco County homes may be especially susceptible depending on the age and type of construction.
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