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Plumbing tips from a San Francisco plumber.

Straight answers about leaks, water heaters, water pressure and outdoor lines, written by the licensed team that has been fixing plumbing in SF homes and buildings since 2003.

Leaking water heater in a San Francisco basement with a puddle on the floor Water Heaters

Water Heater Leaking? What to Do Right Now

How to shut it down safely, find the source of the leak, and tell a quick fix from a replacement.

7 min read
Weak stream of water from a kitchen faucet showing low water pressure in a house Leaks & Pipes

Low Water Pressure in Your House? 8 Common Causes and How to Fix Them

From clogged aerators to old galvanized pipes: how to find the cause and what each fix involves.

8 min read
Sprinkler irrigation valves and PVC pipe in an open trench during a valve repair Sprinklers & Outdoor Lines

Sprinkler Valve Repair: Signs, Fixes and When to Call a Plumber

Signs of a bad valve, the DIY fixes worth trying, and what a full valve and line repair looks like.

8 min read
Commercial sprinkler system replacement in Mountain View: trench, new irrigation valves and restored planter Sprinklers & Outdoor Lines

Commercial Sprinkler System Replacement at a Chase Bank in Mountain View

A real commercial job: new valves, new PVC lines and restored planters, step by step with photos.

5 min read