Licensed Plumber in Oakland, CA
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.6k reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
+1 more
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day and after-hours response is documented
7 weekend/emergency mentions including Sunday squeeze-in slots…
Concerns
32 of 100 sampled reviews are 1-star
Pricing complaints are recurring
Dispatch communication has been called out
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.7·3.4k reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care4.7Google
Strengths
Expert workmanship: 2 of 5 reviews highlight technicians going…
Fast emergency response: Technician arrived within 2 hours…
Clear communication when present: 2 of 5 reviews specifically…
Concerns
2 of 5 reviews report significant scheduling failures…
Billing ethics concern: Customer with disabilities was asked to…
Poor follow-up communication: Reviewer reported no return call…
Big Smile Plumbing
5·99 reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Rolando often arrives within minutes of a call
Sewer-lateral pricing came in significantly lower than three…
Multiple reviewers describe weekend and short-notice work
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Big Brothers Plumbing Inc
5·151 reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day arrival is documented
After-hours response is concrete
Concerns
Two Yelp reviewers describe communication failures
One repeat customer reports a leak repair that failed
Golden Coast Plumbing and Rooter Inc
4.9·17 reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Joel quotes from photos and orders parts same-day
21 fast-response mentions and 11 communication callouts in a…
Pricing comes in below competing quotes
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Oakland Rooter Plumbing
4.9·99 reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
30 fast-response mentions and free consultations are documented
Honest scoping is repeated
Sunday after-hours availability is documented
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Oakland Plumbing Experts
4.9·37 reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Scott repeatedly fixes problems over the phone at no cost
Sunday and weekend availability is documented
Concerns
One 2-star review reports a $140 minimum fee for a brief toilet…
Pacific Plumbing Systems
5·62 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Todd repeatedly named for on-time arrivals, leaving the work area…
Repaired a homeowner's botched copper-line solder job without…
Visible employee retention
Concerns
One reviewer was a confirmed no-show for a scheduled morning…
Manufacturer shower-cartridge part flagged as expensive, though…
Total Underground Construction
5·6 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Drove out same night free of charge to make a clogged sewer line…
Joe told one caller exactly how to fix her sink herself with a…
Arrived within 20 minutes for a water-pressure emergency and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Discount Plumbing Rooter Services
4.9·2.9k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Multiple named techs called out positively (Saul, Carlos, Mike,…
Difficult-access leak repair completed within an hour despite…
Dispatcher Magda + clean communication called out on a garbage…
Concerns
Same 4-star reviewer flagged worn-out torch and missing basic…
Service Hero Plumbing & Air
4.6·1.3k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Sunday call run 4+ hours into the late evening until resolved
Hydro-jetting capability
Technicians explain progress and least-cost solutions before…
Concerns
Pricing flagged as 'expensive' by 2 of 87 analyzed reviewers
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·238 reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Tech Rich is repeatedly named for 30-minute arrivals and same-day…
8 reviews cite weekend or holiday availability
Concerns
31 of 100 sampled reviews are 1-star
Pricing complaints are concrete
Dispatch communication is a recurring sore point
Costello's Plumbing
4.9·50 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater leak discovered, contact within 10 minutes, new…
Miguel showed up within an hour of a Thumbtack message for a…
Gary's price for a clogged-tub job came in around 40% less than a…
Concerns
Copper repipe on a 98-year-old house left a mess and required…
The Oakland Plumber | Emergency Plumbing Service
5·3 reviews·
In OaklandGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Strengths
BBB A+ rating with 0 complaints over 4 years in business
Concerns
Only 3 Google reviews in 4 years of operation
24/7 Rooter & Plumbing
4.7·926 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Sub-hour arrival cited in 2 of 5 sampled reviews (Edwin within an…
Same-day water heater replacement completed in 3 hours…
Weekend / after-hours emergency capability documented (7:30pm…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Common Licensed Plumber Scenarios
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify a plumber's license in CA?
In CA, you can verify plumber licenses through the state licensing board website. All plumbers listed on our site are licensed. Plumbers below with the BBB badge have additional third-party accreditation and a public complaint record.
Why does BBB accreditation matter?
BBB accreditation means the plumber has agreed to resolve complaints, maintain honest advertising, and meet trust standards. It's not a guarantee of quality, but it adds accountability — the BBB tracks complaints and resolution rates publicly.
Are all plumbers in Oakland licensed?
By law, plumbers performing work in Alameda County must be licensed. However, some unlicensed handymen advertise plumbing services illegally. Hiring an unlicensed plumber voids insurance claims and can create permit issues when selling your home.
What's the difference between a journeyman and master plumber?
A journeyman plumber has completed an apprenticeship and passed the licensing exam. A master plumber has additional years of experience and can pull permits, supervise journeymen, and run a plumbing business. Both are qualified for residential work.
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