Areas served: Palo Alto, CA and surrounding communities including Stanford, Los Altos, Menlo Park, and Mountain View
Palo Alto's plumbing infrastructure reflects the city's mix of historic Professorville homes, mid-century Eichlers, and modern developments, each presenting distinct challenges from outdated galvanized pipes to specialized radiant heating systems. Local plumbers must navigate strict city permitting requirements and work with both the California Plumbing Code and Palo Alto's municipal amendments. This directory covers licensed contractors serving Palo Alto and nearby communities including Stanford, Los Altos, and Menlo Park.
Water Heaters Only, Inc. is a specialized plumbing company serving Hayward and the entire San Francisco Bay Area since 1968. With over 57 years of experience and 500,000+ customers served, they focus exclusively on water heating systems — offering same-day repair and replacement for gas, electric, tankless, and heat pump water heaters. Their licensed technicians provide 24/7 emergency service with no extra charges for nights, weekends, or holidays, and they guarantee to beat any written estimate for comparable work.
“My water heater failed Saturday evening around 4 PM, and I called Water Heaters Only at approximately 6 PM. They had a technician out by Sunday at noon. Chris Z was the technician, and he did an amazing job. I received a text notification when he was dispatched and was able to track his arrival in real time. He also called to let me know he would arrive in about 20 minutes. Once on site, Chris inspected the water heater, provided a clear estimate, and patiently answered all of my questions. After I approved the pricing, he immediately got to work. The old water heater was removed and the new one installed within two hours. Chris was professional, efficient, and very respectful of my home and pets. I would 100% recommend Chris Z and Water Heaters Only.”
— Fatima Hassan, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 557 reviewsFuse Service is a full-service HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractor serving Palo Alto, San Jose, and the Bay Area since 2008. With over 15 years of experience, certified technicians, and a 4.9-star rating from 1,000+ Google reviews, they specialize in same-day emergency repairs, energy-efficient HVAC installations (including Daikin systems), and comprehensive residential and commercial services. They offer up to 12-year parts and labor warranties on HVAC installations and operate 24/7 to handle urgent service needs.
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Furnace Installation Experience Fuse and Tony Y installed our new Carrier furnace yesterday, and we couldn’t be happier with their work. They were extremely professional, punctual, and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. They completed the installation smoothly, made sure everything was running properly before they left, and took the time to explain the new system and answer our questions. They also cleaned up thoroughly afterward, leaving the area spotless. Overall, they did a fantastic job and provided excellent service. Highly recommend Fuse and Tony Y for any HVAC installation!”
— Mike, Google Review · 5 ★ avg from 450 reviewsWater Heaters Only, Inc. is a highly-rated water heater specialist serving Redwood City and the Peninsula since 1968. With over 57 years of experience, they provide 24/7 emergency repair, replacement, and installation for residential, commercial, and tankless water heaters. Holding a C-36 plumbing license (#374573), their team offers same-day service with upfront pricing and guarantees to meet or beat competitors' estimates. Available around the clock with no extra charges for evenings, weekends, or holidays, they maintain a perfect 5-star rating from 427+ Google reviews.
“I contacted WHO and Wesley completed my initial quote appointment. Quote was very reasonable compared to other companies. On 1/8/26, Lucas installed the water heater. Lucas was prompt, arrived on time, and completed the job efficiently. The new setup is a significant upgrade over the previous system, and everything was done neatly and professionally. Communication with WHO was easy and seamless. All communication was handled conveniently by phone or text. Overall, a great experience from start to finish. Highly recommend.”
— Joseph T, Google Review · 5 ★ avg from 427 reviewsPlumbing Point, Inc. is a family-owned, full-service plumbing company founded by Natanael Munoz with over 25 years of experience serving Santa Clara and Silicon Valley. They specialize in water heater installations (including tankless and hybrid heat pump conversions), sewer line replacements, water filtration systems, and emergency plumbing repairs. With a perfect 5.0-star rating from 272+ Google reviews, their licensed and background-checked technicians provide 24/7 emergency service and are known for detailed estimates, transparent communication, and getting the job done right the first time.
“I’m very grateful for Plumbing Point’s prompt response. Armando arrived at my home within two hours of my repair call. He was friendly and professional. Since the water heater needed to be replaced, he and Nathaniel worked together late into the evening. Their excellent and efficient work ensured my family had hot water available that night. Aside from the slightly higher price, I hope the company continues to prove itself as a trustworthy and reliable organization.”
— Joan M, Google Review · 5 ★ avg from 270 reviewsMTZ Plumbing is a family-owned plumbing company serving San Jose and the SF Bay Area, founded in 2019 by owner Hector M. They specialize in emergency plumbing repairs, sewer services, repiping, gas line work, and bathtub/shower installations, with 24/7 availability and true emergency response — often arriving within an hour. Licensed, bonded, and insured, MTZ is known for solving complex residential plumbing problems quickly and affordably, with warranty-backed work and a reputation for clear communication and skilled service.
“Alex and Anthony were awesome! My usual plumber was busy so he referred me to MTZ Plumbing. I called and Alex answered right away. I had a water main leak and clogged kitchen sink drain. Alex scheduled me for the next morning. Alex arrived promptly the next morning and talked through options for repairs, and answered all my questions. He gave me pricing up-front and was open and transparent. He was very patient and easy to talk to. Once we agreed on what to do, Alex and Anthony got to work and finished everything the same day with minimal interruption to the household. They did a great job. The gave me all new plumbing for the water main assembly, including a Moen Flo meter. It looks much better than the old stuff, and everything is working great now. I will definitely call them again in the future.”
— Andrew Schneer, Google Review · 5 ★ avg from 163 reviewsOn R Way Plumbing & Drain Cleaning is a family-owned plumbing service in Hayward, CA with 17 years of experience serving the East Bay. They specialize in emergency drain cleaning, water heater replacement, hydrojetting, and camera inspections, with 24/7 availability Sunday–Thursday and same-day service for urgent repairs. With a perfect 5-star rating from 93 Google reviews, they're known for fast response times, upfront pricing, and treating every client like family.
“Had a toilet overflow emergency and these guys came through fast. They showed up quickly, figured out the issue right away, and broke the pipe just in time to stop things from getting worse. Super thankful for how fast and on it they were—definitely recommend if you ever need quick plumbing help!”
— Helen W, Google Review · 5 ★ avg from 93 reviewsEJ Home Services is a family-owned plumbing and electrical company serving Santa Clara and Silicon Valley for over 20 years. Led by experienced technicians Sam Delgado and team, they specialize in water heater replacement, trenchless sewer repair, electrical panel upgrades, and emergency services available 24/7. With a 4.9-star rating from 3,700+ Google reviews and 1,800+ Yelp reviews, they're known for same-day service, transparent pricing, and meticulous workmanship across Santa Clara, San Jose, Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, and surrounding communities.
“We bought our tankless water heater from EJ Plumbing 2 years ago. And we had it serviced today for its annual maintenance. We've been loyal customers of EJ Plumbing. We love their prompt response, professionalism, clear communication and follow up. I have personally communicated with the company's owner, Danny, on numerous occasions and found him deeply committed to taking good care of his customers. Today's service was done by German who went above and beyond to make sure our water heater is fully serviced and as good as new.”
— Aladdin Nassar, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 3729 reviewsHandy Plumbing Man, LLC is a locally-owned plumbing company serving Redwood City and the Peninsula with over 15 years of experience. They specialize in emergency plumbing repairs, hydrojetting, sewer camera inspections, water heater services, and drain cleaning for both residential and commercial properties. Known for same-day appointments, upfront flat-rate pricing with no markups, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee, they hold a 4.9-star rating from 1,385+ Google reviews. Available 24/7 with professional, non-commissioned technicians who won't upsell services you don't need.
“12/5/25 - Handy Man Plumbing helped me identify a clog in my sewer line with a thorough inspection. They gave me a competitive quote for installing a house clean out and cleaning the sewer line. The installation was done quickly and avoided messing up the yard. Highly recommended. 12/16/25 - Update. I decided to have Handy Man Plumbing replace my very old sewer lines under my house. Their quote was the most competitive. They kept our place clean during their work, sealing off our rooms from dust and covering the floors. They were very thorough, replacing all old GI pipes and even some old ABS pipes. While the scope of work was for "horizontal" pipe replacement, they did their best to replace as many "vertical" pipes that they could without opening any drywall (shower drains, toilet flanges). They also helped me repair some bad water supply pipes the noticed while doing their work. They didn't try to upsell me on trying to replace all my water supply lines, and with these repairs, said it should be good for a while. In all of this, they did not charge any additional fees for the extra work they did (i.e. needing to dig under two foundation walls, doing extra repairs, or needing an extra day of work). Highly recommended.”
— Dana Ung, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 1380 reviewsUnited HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical is a family-owned business founded by Bekhruz in 2019, continuing a legacy started by his father in 1997. With over 25 years of combined experience, they specialize in water heater installation and repair, HVAC systems, and full electrical services throughout the San Jose Bay Area. Their team of fully licensed and certified professionals offers 6-year warranties on Ruud and Rheem products, 0% financing for up to 18 months, and has earned over 1,900 five-star reviews across Google, Yelp, and Facebook. They serve Cupertino, San Jose, and surrounding communities with same-day service seven days a week.
“I highly recommend United HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical! From start to finish, the entire process was incredibly smooth. They handled all the permits and inspections throughout the project, which gave us complete peace of mind. Every single technician we interacted with was friendly, approachable, and truly easy to work with. I specifically want to give a massive shoutout to Max (Aiusha) and Rinat for their wonderful work. Max is super professional and highly skilled. He installed my water heater and water softener with absolute "military precision." I'm the kind of guy who has a lot of weird, specific ideas about how pipes should be routed and extra gadgets I want installed to monitor the system, and Max handled all my requests with total ease. I am also super paranoid about plumbers plowing through studs or structural beams in my 1961 house, but Max was extremely careful and treated my home's structure with the utmost respect. Rinat is also a fantastic plumber. He installed a PRV, a Moen Flo auto-shutoff valve, an RO system, and even replaced some of the old sewage pipes in my house. He really listened to all of my requests and finished the job quickly and professionally. I highly recommend him! Because of their wonderful service, I’ve officially signed up for their company's membership. I am currently working with them to redo my HVAC ductwork, and I will definitely leave another review for that project once it's done. I'm sure they will do a wonderful job there, too!”
— Chaozhong Lian, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 851 reviewsDrain Doctor is a full-service plumbing and drain company serving San Jose and the greater Bay Area since their founding. Available 24/7 for emergency services, they specialize in drain cleaning, water heater repair and replacement, sewer line repair, and complete repiping projects. With a 4.9-star rating from 885+ Google reviews and a team of highly-trained plumbers, they provide same-day service with upfront pricing and no hidden fees across 80+ Bay Area cities.
“I’ve worked with Drain Doctors Plumbing on many residential and commercial projects, and they consistently deliver exceptional results. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to doing the job right the first time make them my top choice for plumbing work. They’re punctual, communicative, and always maintain a clean, safe worksites. Whether it’s new construction, remodels, or emergency repairs, Drain Doctors brings a level of expertise and reliability. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a skilled and dependable plumber.”
— Carrie King, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 884 reviewsWater Heaters Only, Inc has been providing specialized water heater service in San Jose and surrounding communities since 1968. With over 500,000 satisfied customers and 1.2 million water heaters serviced, this family-owned company offers 24/7/365 emergency repairs, replacements, and installations for both residential and commercial properties. They specialize in traditional tank water heaters, tankless systems, and energy-efficient upgrades, backed by a 4.9-star rating from 578+ Google reviews and upfront pricing with a lowest-price guarantee.
“I had an excellent experience with Dan for my water heater replacement. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and courteous throughout the entire process. His workmanship was very clean and meticulous, and he made sure everything was installed properly and safely. Dan took the time to answer all of my questions patiently and explained everything clearly, which I truly appreciated. It’s not easy to find someone who combines technical skill with professionalism and great customer service. I highly recommend Dan for anyone needing water heater service or replacement. The only thing I would add is that I was initially under the impression that the company would match a competitor’s estimate, but that decision was ultimately overruled by management. Aside from that, the service and quality of work were excellent. I would definitely recommend Dan for anyone needing water heater service or replacement.”
— M Rafie, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 578 reviewsWater Heater Specialists has been serving Alameda County since 1988, specializing exclusively in water heater repair, replacement, and installation. Unlike general plumbers, they deliberately focus only on water heaters to ensure absolute mastery of every brand and system. With a 4.9-star rating from 261+ Google reviews and nearly-24/7 availability, their licensed plumbers serve Hayward, Fremont, Castro Valley, Oakland, and surrounding Bay Area communities with same-day emergency service.
“Brian was efficient, ontime and did the job of installing new water heater professionally. Was friendly,explaining every process that is necessary for the longevity of the water heater. He did the job efficiently within two hours and was done. I will highly recommend the services of this Company. It was a little bit pricey installing a new heater but was worthy it.”
— Tiberius Nyantika, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 260 reviewsFuse HVAC, Refrigeration, Electrical & Plumbing is a full-service contractor serving the San Jose and Mountain View area with 15+ years of experience. They specialize in same-day HVAC service, residential and commercial electrical work, and emergency plumbing, all backed by up to 12 years of labor warranty on HVAC installations. With 24/7 availability and a 4.9-star rating across 2,700+ reviews, Fuse is known for competitive pricing, rapid response times, and exceptional craftsmanship. Their team includes factory-trained technicians and they operate a Daikin HVAC showroom for hands-on product demos.
“They replaced our old tiny asbestos ducts from the 50s with properly sized ducts and a modern heat pump system. The guys really worked hard and did an amazing job squeezing the unit into our tiny attic space. Highly recommended”
— Josh Kuhn, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 216 reviewsWater Heater Specialists is a family-owned plumbing company that has exclusively focused on water heater repair, installation, and service in San Jose and Santa Clara County since 1988. Their team of experienced licensed plumbers — not salesmen or dispatchers — provides 24/7 emergency service and specializes in all major brands including Bradford White, Rheem, AO Smith, and State. With a 4.9-star rating from 180+ Google reviews and 35+ years serving the community, they're known for fast response times, transparent pricing, and professional-grade installations.
“Water Heater Specialists responded quickly to our call for help. Ernesto and Michael did an excellent job installing our new water heater and explaining everything wonderfully! Highly recommend this company!!”
— Jeanmarie Reahl, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 177 reviewsTRIO Heating, Air & Plumbing is a family-owned company serving Palo Alto and the Greater San Francisco Bay Area with 24/7 emergency service. Their professionally-trained team specializes in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality solutions, with a focus on eco-friendly heat pump conversions through their exclusive Daikin 3E partnership — making them the only 3E partner in California. With over 5,000 reviews averaging 4.9 stars, TRIO has helped thousands of Bay Area homeowners while planting a tree for every job completed.
“Jerry from TRIO heating, air, & plumbing responded to our request for help and came the very next day. We had two problems: 1) a clogged kitchen sink past the P trap from too much food down the garbage disposal, and 2) a trickier problem where a weird musty sewer smell was coming from our primary bathroom toilet. He solved both our problems, by quickly clearing out the kitchen sink, and replacing a really gross wax seal under the toilet. We are so happy with the results. As a bonus, Jerry also tested our water and fixed a pressure issue with the kitchen sink faucet. I would highly recommend working with Jerry and TRIO and I would hire them again.”
— Amy Bearman, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 173 reviewsDrain & Plumbing Solutions LLC is a full-service plumbing company serving San Jose and the greater South Bay, founded by Elber, a certified plumber known for meticulous workmanship and customer care. With a perfect 5-star rating from 70+ Google reviews, they specialize in tankless water heater installations, drain upgrades, filtration systems, and both residential and commercial plumbing repairs. Available 7 days a week with emergency service, they pride themselves on using top-quality materials, eco-friendly practices, and getting it right the first time.
“Drain and Plumbing Solutions did an excellent job replacing my water heater and installing a thermal expansion tank. They were very thorough, professional, and took the time to answer all my questions. I'm very happy with the quality of work. I highly recommend them.”
— Brice McQueen, Google Review · 4.9 ★ avg from 71 reviewsRooter Hero Plumbing & Air of San Jose is a full-service plumbing and HVAC company serving San Jose and the greater South Bay area with 24/7 emergency service. They specialize in drain cleaning, sewer line repair, water heater installation, and air conditioning services for residential and commercial properties. With a 4.8-star rating from over 3,300 Google reviews and round-the-clock availability, they're known for fast response times and upfront pricing.
“Thank you Rooter Hero team! After attempting to and being unsuccessful in scheduling a visit with one of several plumbing companies to unclog my kitchen sink, I thought I would have to endure even more gross backed up water and gunk for who knows how much longer. I was so discouraged. Then I stumbled upon Rooter Hero! My first contact was Marielyn who was able to schedule a consult that same day. She patiently answered my questions in a manner to give me hope that her company understood my frustration and and would do their best to meet my needs. Thank you so much for your attentiveness. How happy I was to open my door at the scheduled time to meet my Hero, Cody, standing there with the widest of smiles. Cody took the time to educate me regarding his diagnosis and plan. And, he listened and was respectful in explaining in layman’s terms what I needed to know. Thank you, Cody, for expertly repairing my plumbing in an hour and at a very fair price. My kitchen is fully functioning once again. As I told you, I will definitely be calling again to address future projects! Thank you very much for being easy to work with and for being My Hero!”
— Lynn Stanton, Google Review · 4.8 ★ avg from 3339 reviews$15 Sewer & Drain is a locally owned and operated plumbing company serving San Jose and surrounding areas since 1983, with over 718,000 jobs completed. They provide comprehensive residential and commercial plumbing and drain services with 24/7 emergency availability. The company has earned a 4.8-star rating from 639+ Google reviews for their reliable, affordable service and commitment to making stressful plumbing issues simple and stress-free.
“We had a leaking washing machine for months we couldn’t find out why… We tried a lot of things and then we called $15 Sewer and Drain, best move we ever made. The Plumber took one look at the situation and in less than an hour he had cleared out the pipes, the adjoining sink and the P-Trap. It was magic… and no more leaks. Rueben was awesome! Professional, experienced, skilled and knowledgeable. Lesson learned… call ☎️ $15 Sewer and Drain first. 😃 5 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
— Leonard Hantz, Google Review · 4.8 ★ avg from 638 reviewsSuperior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services is a family-owned plumbing company that has served the greater San Jose area since 2004. With three Bay Area locations and a team of highly trained, experienced plumbers, they specialize in residential plumbing, emergency repairs, water heater services, and drain cleaning for San Jose homes and businesses. They understand the unique challenges of Bay Area plumbing — hard water, mineral buildup, and groundwater issues — and tailor their solutions accordingly. Available 24/7 with a 4.9-star Google rating and over 1,200 5-star reviews online.
United Plumbing & Water Heaters is a 5-star rated plumbing company serving San Jose and the greater Bay Area with comprehensive residential and commercial plumbing services. Their team specializes in water heater installation, repair, and replacement (gas, tankless, and electric heat pump models), plus full-service plumbing including drain cleaning, pipe camera inspections, water and sewer repiping, and emergency repairs. With 144 five-star Google reviews, they're known for fast response times, transparent pricing, and same-day service availability 7 days a week. They serve homeowners and businesses throughout San Jose, Santa Clara, Palo Alto, Mountain View, and surrounding communities.
Shepherd's Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning is a family-owned business serving Mountain View and the greater Silicon Valley since 1983. They specialize in residential and commercial plumbing repairs, HVAC installation and maintenance, water heater replacement, drain cleaning, and emergency services. Known for transparent pricing, licensed technicians, and same-day service availability, they've built a 4.8-star reputation across 86+ Google reviews by prioritizing honest diagnostics and long-term solutions over upselling.
“Had an urgent issue and Shepherd’s Pluming arrived the same day. There pricing was reasonable. Employee, Luis Z. L. was very informative and thorough in ruling out what the issues did and did not, need to be addressed. We were very happy with the outcome. Would definitely use Shepherd’s Plumbing again. Service rendered July 2023”
— Sandy C, Google Review · 4.8 ★ avg from 86 reviewsWestgate Plumbing Services is a locally-operated plumbing company serving Mountain View, CA and the greater Silicon Valley area. Their licensed technicians specialize in emergency repairs, water heater installations, drain cleaning, sewer line diagnostics, and fixture upgrades for both residential and commercial properties. Known for same-day service availability and transparent pricing, they maintain a perfect 5.0-star rating from 68+ Google reviews and offer extended hours 7 days a week to handle urgent plumbing issues when they happen.
Fuse Service is the top-ranked plumbing provider in the Palo Alto area with a Lantern Score of 85.61/100 and a 5-star rating based on 450 reviews. They offer full-service mechanical contracting including HVAC, plumbing, and multi-trade services with over 15 years of experience serving the San Jose and Palo Alto areas.
Water Heaters Only, Inc is a specialized water heater company with over 57 years of experience and multiple locations serving the Bay Area, including one in Redwood City (Lantern Score: 85.60/100). They provide 24/7 emergency water heater repair, replacement, and installation, and specialize in tankless and heat pump water heater upgrades.
None of the 22 plumbing providers in the Palo Alto area have listed weekend hours. However, many offer 24/7 emergency services—MTZ Plumbing and Water Heaters Only, Inc both advertise round-the-clock availability for urgent repairs, so you can contact them for emergency weekend service.
Several top-ranked plumbers specialize in drain cleaning, including Plumbing Point, Inc. (Lantern Score: 85.42/100), On R Way Plumbing & Drain Cleaning (84.56/100), Drain Doctor (84.01/100), and $15 Sewer & Drain Service (82.22/100). These companies handle everything from routine drain cleaning to complex sewer line repairs.
Handy Plumbing Man, LLC (Lantern Score: 84.06/100) specializes in honest, transparent pricing without upsells and is highly rated with 4.9 stars from 1,380 reviews. They serve the San Francisco Peninsula with over 15 years of experience in residential and commercial plumbing.
Water Heaters Only, Inc (Lantern Score: 83.93/100) is specifically recommended for commercial property managers overseeing multi-unit buildings and has 4.9 stars from 553 reviews. They provide specialized water heater repair, replacement, and installation across the San Francisco Bay Area with over 57 years of experience.