Robert P.

2/27/2023

My refrigerator was too big to allow a newly purchased washer and dryer to be delivered past it. I needed the refrigerator moved to make the delivery possible. The existing water line needed to be temporarily disconnected to enable the refrigerator to be moved.
Based on high Yelp reviews I called Core Plumbing and and was able to get an appointment for a plumber to do an estimate on the same day.
Zach from Core Plumbing arrived right on time. I was impressed with his knowledge and professional demeanor. Zach was very knowledgeable and offered several options. Some expensive and some middle ground.
Overall Zack went above and beyond to get the job done. He noticed while looking at the existing cold shut off valve that the hot water shut off had a slow leak. I elected to have him fix the leaking valve on this same job. Leaving things like that can lead to problems like mildew.
Part of the job required cutting a small hole to allow access to the pipe to allow the new valves to be soldered in. He covered the small hole with a black plastic bag professionally taped off to cover the hole. I will cover it later with a thin piece of wood.
The job price was a snip high... Core Plumbing is not a bargain deal company. Even though on the high side the overall work quality is exceptional. All work is guaranteed and a follow up email was sent to me within an hour of completion of the job. Little extras like that make a difference.

Dan C.

3/28/2023

I called core plumbing regarding my water filtration system, it was required to replace the UV light. Kevin came and he was punctual, careful to ensure he had the right part, and completed the work nicely. I am happy with the service, it was good.

Thank you!

Tara K.

1/20/2023

Leaving a review on behalf of my mother who used this company for an underground front yard leak about a week ago. She was very pleased with the customer service when they arrived and the timeliness of the job and especially how well they cleaned up the mess and the pricing.

My only note would be the initial conversation with the rep. I asked how much for a diagnosis of the situation and she said it was free. The inspection was not free (which is completely fine and what I had thought) but she was a bit mis-leading on the phone. She knew what I was talking about but apparently when I called back to ask her about it, she said she had meant it was free to drive over. Again, we were fine paying an inspection fee, that's not an issue, but she had definitely misled us at the beginning. Better to just be upfront an honest next time!

Thankfully, the guys did such a great job, my mom insisted I leave a 5 star review

Saya R.

4/19/2023

Tony and Cristian are very professional and knowledgeable. They showed up and provided the options. I was impressed that they can do the work right away, in couple hours they were done. I don't know much about plumbing but I can see that they take pride in their work and it shows through the craftsmanship.

Dimitry F.

5/23/2023

Not cheap but very well worth it. Excellent quality of service, highly recommended.

Nancy W.

5/24/2023

Greg did a great job locating our water leak quickly and fixing the problem. He was very helpful with referrals for repairing the water damage to walls, floors, and ceiling. He even gave us some helpful general plumbing information. We'll definitely use Core every time!

Tiffany T.

6/20/2022

I believe my husband found Core Plumbing on Yelp pre-covid and we are so happy with them ever since. Our water heater went out in the summer of 2019. After reading the great reviews on Yelp, we got Core out here to help us.

We decided to upgrade from a traditional water heater and go tankless (a dream of my husband's). Core recommended the Rinnai system and boy is it nice! As a millennial anything with an app makes me happy. You had me at It has an app!'

The job took a few days, but the team put in a cute little temporary water heater so we wouldn't have to go without hot water. A week of cold showers was not ideal. But they took care of us.

Three years later, our system threw us an error. Instead of having Core come out and take a look at it, I made the mistake and found a different vendor. Unfortunately, they ruined the system with some foreign flushing agent. Lesson learned to always go with the folks who installed it first.

Core got out to use in record time. I think they even sent the same team we had back in 2019. The only reason I remember is because they were like 6'5. Me being 5 feet you take notice when someone can touch your ceiling like it was a completely normal thing to do. LOL

Tony was awesome. They got us on our way in record time. I was surprised they found a new system the same week. Thank goodness no more cold showers. The workmanship is top-notch. From start to finish they were helpful, not condescending, and even allowed my husband to record Tony explaining all the dodads of the Rinnai system so we can refer back if we had any questions. But, we know not to trust anyone but Core with our fancy-dancy Rinnai system.

What I love about Core is that they are accommodating, they do quality work and they have integrity. Their online booking system is pretty snazzy and we were in constant contact with the team throughout the project.

If you are looking for a plumber team for life, you can find it right here. Thanks, team.

Terri T.

5/22/2023

Tony from Core Plumbing researched the year our home was built and its plumbing prior to even arriving at our home. He was able to give us an estimate, go buy parts, and do the installations and repairs on the same day. We had 2 faucets replaced (I had the new ones on hand), installed a thermal expansion tank and replaced the water pressure valve. Top notch work!

Mark C.

11/17/2022

Absolutely the most honest, trustworthy and experience plumbers I have ever met. They came by my new build in San Marcos and assisted with things there because the builders are incompetent of good work.

I highly recommend them.

You won't regret going with these guys, family owned and operated

Roshanak B.

05/03/2023 12:00:00 SA

Excellent job! They fixed our pipe leak, professionally, on time and budget. Highly recommending Grant and his team. 5 stars all the way!

Murt P.

05/06/2023 12:00:00 SA

Main waterline into the house started leaking. We called Core Plumbing. Grant stopped by for an estimate. Right after that, he was ready to get to work. They had to break a small piece of concrete walkway to put the new pipes in. Core Plumbing technicians did the concrete work as well. They completed the work in 2 days, cleaned up well after they were done.

All through the process they communicated about what they were going to do, how much it is going to cost and avoided surprises. Thanks Core Plumbing for making it hassle-free!

Janine C.

05/01/2023 12:00:00 SA

Our shower room got clogged very bad. Kevin came and used needed tools, includes electric drain cleaner machine, and resolved the issue very nicely and quick. He is very friendly, helpful, and professional. I'm mostly impressed that I didn't need to explain much, he figured the issue and what needed to be done right away. Thanks very much!

Anne T.

5/17/2023

Professional, reliable service from Kevin, Porter, and Marc! I had a bunch of pipes swapped out / repaired in my bathroom and crawl space. These guys know what they're doing, and truly went above and beyond by helping me pick out a new bathroom vanity in real time, collecting it from Home Depot, installing it, and removing my old one. This is the 3rd or 4th time I've worked with Core Plumbing. I won't work with another plumber; it's great service every time!

Irina C.

04/08/2023 12:00:00 SA

The worst experience. I called them on Thursday because of leak in my unit. They scheduled an appointment for the next day , Friday at 9 am.
I needed to shut off the water, took all morning off from work. At 10 am, an hour after my appointment time , they called me and stated that the plumber can't come in and they need to reschedule it for Monday! Seriously, they even didn't have a courtesy to call at my appointment time and if it's a leak and water shut off who can wait the whole weekend for them to come in their convenience?
Unreliable, don't follow through with their appointments. Find a different more reliable company.

*** Please see the business owner response.
I was told that the plumber will be at my place at 9 am because I'm the first appointment at the morning even the window is from 9-12.
Being in your business the most important it's to be on time ( or your window) and not to reschedule it after the weened on Monday when people rely on you and have near emergency leak situation.
You proved my point .

Pretesh M.

01/05/2023 12:00:00 SA

First off, Bill L's review is a miscommunication and lack of friendly decorum. Simple human understanding rectifies any unnecessary squabbles in this case around parking.

Tim and Zach really came through, I had an urgent water leak and they moved the appointment up a day after I sent pics given what they saw. Both team members quickly diagnosed the issue and brought in the right extra teams to limit the damage and start the fix. They've been responsive and helpful.

I would use them again for any needs. Thanks guys.

Hope J.

12/30/2022

Our kitchen sink was completely clogged after draining slow for the past few months. Core plumbing responded immediate to my service request and was out to fix the sink just a few hours later.
The service was fast and they offered some great tips to keep our plumbing in good shape. Will use them for any future plumbing needs.

R M.

5/16/2023

Our kitchen sink was completely clogged and we ended up calling Core Plumbing. Mr. Zac arrived on time and provided several options and explained clearly what he will be doing. His communication and technical skills were excellent. I highly recommend Core Plumbing. Thanks

Shane C.

01/05/2023 12:00:00 SA

Toilet stopped working and was leaking for no reason. Reached out to Core and let them know the issue and they were able to send out Kevin to look.

Extremely professional and fast with his work, gave me straight answers and I'm now the owner of a new toilet! Might have been more of a fix than I anticipated but very happy with the work and would recommend.

David S.

3/31/2023

A little pricey, for the repair performed, but we'll worth the call. Kevin and Marc came by to look at a dishwasher that had two previous failed installation attempts by other plumbers. In the end, the parts replaced were relatively cheap, but where the real value came in was the knowledge in trouble shooting and fixing the problem once and for all. As a DIYer, I probably could have replaced the hoses myself, but had I declined the repair and attempted it myself, I would have still had a problem and would have had to call the guys back out. Although the hoses were old and a replacement wasn't a bad idea, a small issue with the garbage disposal was the true root cause. And there again lies the value of the call... the knowledge to check the entire system before completing the task. Very satisfied with the friendly customer service, and a job done right.

Carey R.

05/07/2023 12:00:00 SA

I wish I could give Core a higher rating since they did a good job, but their price was unbelievably high. When I called to make the appointment, they said they couldn't give me an approximate quote until they came to the house. We had an appointment for arrival between 8 and 9, but it was almost noon when they arrived, so it was already Friday afternoon when they gave us the quote. I was absolutely shocked when I saw how high it was, based on my previous experience with plumbing repairs. Since it was Friday afternoon and we had an urgent situation (a leak), we reluctantly decided to go ahead. There was no way we could wait till Monday, and I figured weekend rates for plumbers tend to be higher than weekdays. I rarely write a review but I have not been able to shake the feeling that we were fleeced.

Robert F.

04/07/2023 12:00:00 SA

Kevin fixed our issue with a leaking tank expeditiously.
We have used Core Plumbing in the past and Kevin represented himself and the company well.

Whitney P.

11/20/2022

See the other negative reviews. I am reticent to write anything because the owner will respond with vitriol.
Greg (my technician) is a nice guy, but perseverated on the tankless (NOT the problem) and did not help problem solve. It was a disappointing experience, at best.
Onward and upward...call Jacob at Trusted. He diagnosed the problem within seconds...

Mari F.

2/26/2023

We have used Core Plumbing a few times over the years and I have consistently found every employee who has worked on our home to be incredibly ethical, honest, and exemplary. They came to our home last week because we thought the tub valve may have been leaking and were reassured that all was fine. A company that was not honest could have easily charged us for unnecessary work. Our neighbor also used them and had the same positive feedback. On the day of your appointment, communication is also excellent so you don't waste time waiting around. There is no other plumbing company that I would trust and I highly, highly recommend them.

Larry R.

2/14/2023

Our toilet backed up for unexpected reasons and late in the day. However, I called Core and the scheduler did her best at booking an appointment for the very first thing the next day. We were not disappointed as Grant was here, took care of the problem and was on his way.
We have come to rely on Core as they have replaced toilets with low flow, cracked sinks and worn faucets, valves quickly and efficiently.
When we have plumbing challenges and don't quite know where or what to do, Core is always trusted to be here and resolve it quickly!

Malinda D.

3/28/2023

Kevin and Paul came out to replace the valve for the refrigerator water line and to replace a toilet. Kevin noted that the angle stops on all of our bathroom sinks were old and corroded and that one ptrap needed to be replaced. He wrote up an estimate for all of the work and helped me choose which things needed to be adressed right away. I chose to have all of it done and they were able to complete it that day.
They also noted that the service line from the street was starting to leak at the regulator. I have a service line warranty so i was able to contact them and Kevin advised with that process.
Great work and educational as well!

Erik B.

2/24/2023

Next day appointment to fix water leak. Kevin and Christian were great. Highly recommend.

Jeff K.

11/28/2022

Core Plumbing recently replaced our hot water heater and installed a few new water monitoring features, and once again we couldn't have been happier with the results. The attention to detail that Grant and Cristian put into their work shined through in the final results . . .

The great thing about working with Core Plumbing is that you can count on them to take the time to understand the situation, offer a choice of options for repairing/resolving that situation, and complete the work with the highest level of quality.

When I work Core Plumbing I've got the peace of mind to know the job was done right. That's priceless.

Carl H.

9/22/2022

There are tons of other plumbers out there. Find a different option. I do not recommend them.

I was really disappointed with Core Plumbing's video inspection service for 3 reasons:

1. Most of their competitors provide a recording of the video inspection but Core plumbing does not. Even though it's standard from competitors, it wasn't made clear to me that a video wouldn't be provided until at the inspection- too late to make a change. The dispatcher that I spoke with over the phone did not mention this. Instead, Core plumbing should make customers aware at the time of booking that their scoping inspection does not include a recording unlike other plumbers.

2. Secondly Core plumbing was unable to provide any estimates of the plumbing repairs needed after doing the scoping. You could get the same level of service from any inspection company. I chose Core plumbing because a plumber, you'd think, would be able to provide plumbing estimates. In the end I was stuck paying for a second video inspection so that a more competent plumbing company could provide an estimate of the repairs. Even this might not have been necessary if they'd given a recording of the scoping. Because none of this was communicated up front the whole thing was a waste, and waste of everyone's time.

3. Lastly, I wrote all of the above in an email to Core Plumbing before airing this publicly here - but I never heard anything back.

Update 9/22/22
In their response Core Plumbing said they'd look into this and reach out. Still have not heard anything from them. And again, I've tried get into touch with them myself but I'm not getting anything. Find a different plumber.

Eugene L.

1/16/2023

NO SHOW AT APPOINTMENT WINDOW. There is yelp confirmation of appointment, email confirmation and test confirmation. Unreliable company
Update: Lies and Lies. Appointment is between 8-9 you called 8:20 saying you are not coming because you didn't know about the appointment and I told you that I have yelp, text and email confirmation you said that you didn't know what happened and that we can call office to find out. Then I asked if someone else can do it you said you are the only one estimator in company. You asked what was going on property and I told you CPL company found leak you replied that is good company. Then you started explaining how plumber works that you had emergency call before 8 am family had no water so that proofs that you knew about appointment before 8 am and didn't have courtesy to call to say that you are not coming also proofs that you are not estimator. Stop lying

Rebecca T.

2/20/2023

Our ornamental pond was overflowing - the Core technician identified the issue and repaired it the same day. Very helpful and responsive!

Willa B.

4/27/2023

Because they had such good reviews on Yelp, Core Plumbing was called to to fix the months of slow drainage in 2 vanity sinks, a bathtub, then suddenly an overflowing washing machine drain. It took three visits from Core employees to find the exact location of the drain pipe blockage, dig up and remove the drain pipe which was clogged with over 4 feet of solid tree roots, install new drain pipe, make sure it was properly sealed so roots could no longer enter, refill the hole in the bed room floor, and cover it with concrete. During their visits to my home I met 4 Core Plumbing technicians: Christian, Jake, Tony and Mark. All were were outstanding technicians and fine gentlemen.

V L.

12/05/2022 12:00:00 SA

Your company has all the great amazing fantastic skilled plumbers with professional workmanship. Highly recommend Kevin and most importantly Cheyenne. She is an awesome pleasant apprentice with great desire to learn and work until her job is complete.

Definitely recommend both of them anytime to any of my friends or neighbours.

Thank you to all of the staff of Core Plumbing.

Merry Xmas

Marc S.

8/31/2022

The Angelic Army of God showed up on my street this evening!!!

Core Plumbing, a Christ centered business had just the day before completed a plumbing job for our elderly neighbors. They came back today bearing flowers and hot food and to pray with them! Who does that?!

Because their hearts are on serving God's people they showed up just in time to rescue our neighbors as their bathroom were flooding the house. Our dear neighbor had tried to do some plumbing on his own but it didn't go well.

The father and son owned and operated business also staffed with two granddaughters and other plumbers called in even more reinforcements to bless our neighbors by replacing a bad sink and save their house from water damage.

These people walk the walk that Christ has called them to walk! What a joy meet them, see them in action and to pray God's blessings over them all!
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Bill H.

07/11/2022 12:00:00 SA

Great job and professional service of the highest degree received in a hot water heater installation by Jacob, Kevin and John at Core Plumbing!
Supervisor Tim is outstanding!

Ritchie B.

01/09/2023 12:00:00 SA

San Diegos best plumbing service. There kind, professional and friendly. Arrived on time and gave great service. Hands down best experience I have ever had with a plumbing company.

Chrys F.

7/13/2022

Five stars and double thumbs up for Customer Service, Personable & Helpful Staff, Response Time, Communication, and Quality of Work Performed

Core did some plumbing in my home for the first time last September 2021 and my rating and satisfaction with their Customer Service, Personable & Helpful Staff, Response Time, Communication, and Quality of Work Performed, from beginning to end is still ***5 stars*** ten months later!

From Erica who returned my call and scheduled my appointment, to the email appointment reminder, text the day of that the plumber was on his way, to a returned missed call that I made before my plumber showed up... nice! I also got a call from the plumber (Kevin), letting me know he was on his way followed by a text when he was delayed a bit since the directions led him to the wrong address... how about that?!

Kevin assessed my kitchen plumbing situation and made some recommendations; one of which was that the faucet needed to be replaced. I asked if I had to go out to buy it and he offered to do it. He bought something similar to what I had but it was a bit of an upgrade... a nice upgrade of course... bottom line: if you can trust a plumber that you spend less than 10 minutes talking to, to go choose a new faucet that you'll like, you will not be disappointed with Kevin!

Kevin kept me informed on what he was doing which included replacing the hot and cold valves because they were ruined by the hard water; recommended a soft water system to eliminate issues associated with hard water (Did you know Core Plumbing installs soft water systems? Well now you know!); tested for moisture on the walls, cabinetry, and floors by the kitchen sink which was needed because of the water leak issue, explained the meter reading to me and recommended that I should have the water damage assessed by a remediation company. Kevin was able to connect me with Ryan at Super Dry San Diego who arrived in 30 minutes and helped me with my insurance company and claim process and explained the remediation process.

This entire water issue/plumbing took about 3 1/2 hours and the remediation continues but even this second time around, Core Plumbing with it's 5 star Customer Service, Personable & Helpful Staff, Response Time, Communication, and Quality of Work Performed have won me over!

Thanks Core, Erica, and Kevin!

George M.

6/23/2022

My elderly parents didn't know how to find a good contractor for a sink repair, so they asked me to help - which lead me to Core Plumbing. Tori responded to all my questions via yelp and made me feel at ease with having them come out and provide an estimate.
Toni from core plumbing came out the next day and my parents found him to be both an amazing plumber and a delightful person to work with. He explained all the items that needed repair and provided all the materials within the quote. Overall they gave Toni and Core Plumbing 5 stars and their expectations were exceeded. They wanted me to say that they highly recommend Core Plumbing!

John T.

04/12/2023 12:00:00 SA

We used Core plumbing two times. The first time Tony and Christian came out when we had a cracked drain line that needed to be replaced. While they were here, we had them change a shower valve and also replace another drain line. They worked all day without taking one break and delivered extremely high quality work and fixed some additional minor problems they saw along the way. I recently called them out for some additional repairs we found when moving our old appliances. Tony came out and once again delivered great work while also being extremely courteous and professional. I would recommend them to anyone needed high quality plumbing services

Brian D.

04/07/2023 12:00:00 SA

We've used Core Plumbing for years now and they always provide extraordinary service. Not only are they great plumbers but great people. Most recently we had Tony and Christian out to assist with a problem and they truly went above and beyond for us.

Jason K.

04/07/2023 12:00:00 SA

Kevin, Zac,Mar, Jake and Christian were all out working on my burst main line pipe. These guys were Amazing in every way! I was a new customer but the fit me in same day. they communicated well throughout and helped me understand the issue and options. clean work and cleaned up after themselves, polite guys with a light sense of humor which helped my disaster wash away. While they were waiting for something a few even took it upon themselves to troubleshoot and fix something else (free) which I mentioned the previous day!!

Kurt S.

9/28/2022

Excellent service, Trustworthy men. Knew what they were doing at excellent price. They did a thorough survey of issue. ( kitchen sink backed up).
Went under house, took pictures of pipes. We talked over, and they then gave me 3 options.
I picked one and they completed job same day. Even called in extra men to complete. We are completely satisfied with service.

Scott D.

07/12/2022 12:00:00 SA

Core replaced our water heater about 9 months ago. Gregory and Joey came out to look into an issue we are having with our system. It turns out that the problem is unrelated to the work they did previously but they insisted on not charging for their time. I called yesterday and they were out today. They took the time to show me and explain the issue.
Really appreciate the way you guys do business.

Sean G.

11/13/2022

Please don't make me post photos of Text messages from Tim. They were extremely unprofessional.
The company I hired has 20+ years of experience so they clearly are doing Something right, but half the price. Think that says a lot of the pricing your company has. It's outrageous. Look at your response, it's very clear that your company doesn't work with integrity.
May the lord slap you across the face for your crook business you run.

Jim H.

9/29/2022

DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY! They completely mislead my wife and tried talking her into a $2,900.00 charge for a $200 bathroom shower faucet repair. My wife had called them to fix a standard single handle Moen fawcet that was old and getting hard to move in and out. These are very common single handle ones that you can find in most US homes. They are beautifully designed with a cartridge that is the valve. All you have to do is basically pull out the old one and replace it with a new one. It has rubber seals that keep it from touching the inside of the pipe (valve housing). Just amazing engineering!

I spoke with them and asked if they tried to look at the cartridge and they told me that it was $2,900 regardless. They would not touch it due to too many problems with corrosion, etc. I respectively declined the work and I called another plumber who came out and fixed it in 10 minutes and it works beautifully like new. Saved $2,700.00!

Other negative reviews also seem to trend that these guys try to up sale everything. A waste of time for a quote and completely unethical.

Their reply is funny. They get caught making up a problem and then try to say that the reasonable honest plumber was a bad plumber! The guy I used was a very good plumber and has no negative ratings like these guys. Just read the other negative reviews.

Neil S.

12/13/2022

Greg did a great job! Knowledgeable about the issue and made himself available with good advice during the insurance process which took some time. Glad to have waited to get him back to the house to finish the job. Office staff was great too in some rescheduling that needed to be done.

I recommend Core for your next job.

Kelly D.

11/11/2022 12:00:00 SA

I have been using Core Plumbing for the last few years and they have really helped me get a handle on the plumbing issues in my house. We have a complicated sewage sump system and they are the only company that could get everything fixed and working the first time out. We had an issue with a bad sump pump and they assessed it and replaced the pump the next day, look no further and go with these guys!

Andy C.

6/21/2022

We called Core Plumbing to get some assistance with our low flow kitchen faucet that had always given us issues. We had the pleasure of working with Kevin who was absolutely the best person to work with. Kevin was extremely professional, personable and kind. He walked us through the process with honesty and we felt like we were in good hands. He was very good at explaining what was going on!

We ended up needing to replace our whole faucet which was not in our plans but everything ended up working great. Kevin did a great job and we would love to work with him again in the future.

Bryce G.

08/05/2022 12:00:00 SA

We have used core plumbing on a number of jobs (two bathroom remodels and replacing a tank water heater for a tankless). They are super professional and do outstanding work.

For this job Don came out of retirement to do the estimate (thanks Don! Don't work to hard in retirement). Kevin and his crew came to do the work and we have been very pleased with the outcome. Everything is neat and tidy and looking good. Definitely would recommend core plumbing to everyone I know.

Edwin C.

10/17/2022

Our townhouse had a bit of negligible leaking in our garage for some years that eventually turned into a flooding of our garage when some of pipes started leaking badly. For about a week, it was a touch and go situation here, with my housemates and I actively checking for flooding just to be able to take (cold) showers.

After the leak specialists and asbestos people came through, and it was finally show-time, Tony, Mark, and Jake were extremely courteous during the course of the all-day repair. They were kind enough to answer some questions I had about their fix and the water configuration, as well as some random questions I had about plumbing (I'm just a tenant trying to push forward) in case things go south.

While our water configuration allowed for all the manifolds to be addressed in the basement / garage, allowing for a contained repair, custom houses and other touch and go situations may be more involved. In all cases big and small, I recommend getting a consultation (possibly from these guys).

Rob B.

3/22/2023

Do not use Core Plumbing!
These folks over sold me a tankless water heater (unit was for a 2-story house, should have been for a one-story house) nearly $7k installed in 2020! That was my mistake in trusting them. Then the unit had a leak within 18 months of installation (Rinnai was the brand). Of course, out of warranty and they wanted $750 to fix it. Keep in mind they had been out for annual maintenance twice before and never noticed the internal leak (which it apparently been doing even while they were on site for maintenance). $350 deposit was made. No parts available for the repair (it was just 3 O-rings for crying out loud).
6 calls across 3 months, not one call returned (that's no lie)!!! They never came back out either. Never seen anything like it. Absolutely abysmal customer service and performance. Only when I filed a claim with my credit card company did they return a call and still it wasn't a management member. AWESOME!
Once again....don't use these folks. Would have given a minus score if I could.

Jose C.

12/19/2022

Tony showed up, was knowledgeable about the task at hand and was very thorough with his work. I would call and hire Core Plumbing again.

Vickie B.

03/08/2023 12:00:00 SA

My garbage disposal broke down and Core Plumbing quickly came out the next day to replace it. Kevin did a great job even though it was a bear to get it on to my sink. Thanks so much for the hard work and getting extra help when you needed it, appreciate all the work that you do. Great customer service and great attitude. Thanks.

Mike P.

11/12/2022 12:00:00 SA

Kitchen sink line became backed up so I called Core. Don, the owner came out with his associate, diagnosed the problem, snaked the line clear and located an under sink line access point that was plastered over for some reason.

Everything is running smoothly now, Core did an excellent job, great attitudes, friendly, informative, were meticulous and neat in their work.

Highly recommended.

Katherine E.

12/08/2022 12:00:00 SA

I've been calling on Core Plumbing for a few years now. It was time to change the UV light in my Viqua water filtration unit. Kevin arrived on time and was diligent to insure he had the proper part and did the work timely and cleanly. Much appreciated and so happy with the service. I'll be sure to recommend Core and to call again when service is needed.

Thank you!

Daniel M.

10/04/2022 12:00:00 SA

Requested powder room sink drain install. Kevin arrived on time and ready to go. Kevin has been to my home several times over the past year. He has always been extremely professional, personable, and most importantly his exceptional attention to detail in exceeding the customer's expectation. Highly recommend Kevin for any of your plumbing work. Thanks Kevin!

Jason B.

10/03/2022 12:00:00 SA

My wife discovered the toilet in our little-used guest bathroom had sprung a leak. Thankfully, having used Core in the past, I knew exactly who to call. One of their excellent plumbers, Kevin, came out and fixed us up good as new. Despite some unexpected complications with the pipes, the work was still done much faster than I expected and as always, the quality of the new work was top-notch! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend Core Plumbing (and especially Kevin) to anyone with plumbing needs!

Aaron S.

1/21/2022

I am very pleased with the customer service and ownership involvement with this company. I had some service completed this week, adjusted shower temp and fixed a leak, and was not happy with the price of the service. The service was good and I am satisfied with the work. But....

I thought I was charged too much for the service provided. I responded to a customer survey explaining this and received a call directly from the owner, Grant, to discuss the issue I had. We talked about my satisfaction with the professionalism of the employees, the on-time appt and excellent communication and then service provided and how much I was charged. Grant went on to explain why they have a minimal service charge and why it was what it was and sometimes things are easier than planned. After the good talk and explanation, Grant ended up reducing my bill to what we both agreed would be a fair amount for the repairs completed. He did not have to do this since I already paid, he could have just left it as-is and went on with his day. I literally received the call about 15 minutes after I completed the survey. I am very impressed with the response to my survey and his willingness to make it right.

With all that said, I will be calling them for my next plumbing issue. I recommend you check out this honest, family owned company.

Bill L.

01/03/2023 12:00:00 SA

Rude and inconsiderate. This company's plumbers parked illegally, blocked our drive way, and refused to move their vehicle when asked to.

Toan N.

9/28/2022

Commercial water heater was leaking. Called and they came ASAP to minimize water damage. Not only did they install a new one right away, they fixed and improved the layout with safety in mind. Thank you very much! A life saver for our business.

Pete M.

2/28/2023

We just had Core come out to our house for the third time in about three years for three different issues. We started renovating our bathrooms about three years ago and plumbing is one thing we don't want to do by ourselves. We called several plumbers and Core was easy to get ahold of, made appointments within a few days, this last time it was the next day, they showed up on time, and did the work well and on the first trip. We have used them since, and the service has been just as good every time. I will continue to call them every time we need someone, because I know that they are reliable, take pride in doing a good job, and aren't trying to rip us off. I inspect the work when they are done, to the best of my abilities, and the work is always done well, and the area around where they are working is always clean when they are done. True professionals, in my opinion, and while I hope I never have to call a plumber again, I'm sure I will, and they will be the company I call!! Thanks, Core, once again, for a job well done, once again.

I am adding this last part after submitting my first review. I read through some other reviews after posting this and read one about how plumber's estimates are made, and how that is the cost no matter what, even if it is done sooner than expected. But if it takes longer they charge more. I found this to be the opposite with Core plumbing on two occasions. Once, they said it would be about a half a day, and it ended up taking them a full day. They didn't charge anything extra, they honored the estimate that they had given. So if someone had an appointment later that day that had to get rescheduled, it is because they were going above and beyond on my project. I apologize, my problem's fault, not their fault. This last visit they needed extra parts after getting into the job and, again, didn't charge us for the extra parts. They weren't expensive, about $90, but that is $90 that any other plumber would have charged us. We appreciate them and the service they provide! Two thumbs up, every time they've helped us!!

Emma C.

7/20/2022

Absolute worst experience. Does not even deserve a one star.
1. The Plummer came and said we needed to replace all these things, and insisted even pushed for his buddy to come demo.
2. He called and had him coming without our permission and was mad when we told him no we did not approve that we do not want to do that.
3. Started to fix the pipe then said he couldn't do more without his buddy coming in and demoing. He left the water off for days, did not fix the issue and someone else had to come out and do it.

We had another Plummer come back to finish the job he started and did not finish. It was done in 30 min and A THIRD OF WHAT THIS GUY CHARGED. He was rude, did not solve the issue at all, and tried to scam us. Cherry on top lied to our insurance so we had to jump through extra hoops. Would never ever suggest and want money back.

Jeff B.

10/05/2022 12:00:00 SA

Clean, professional, and quality results are what we got with Core. Marc and Kevin came to replace two bathroom faucets. Scheduling was easy and friendly. Communication regarding arrival was via text and phone call. We received an estimate up front and the work was completed promptly. I did feel the price was higher than I expected for what we needed done.

Terry W.

9/29/2022

We had our water heater replaced by Core Plumbing. All representatives, office and field, are so responsive and I feel they truly care about their profession, their work, and me as a customer. I sending a special shout-out to Greg. I appreciate all I learned about water quality. We highly recommend Core.

Lindsey G.

7/13/2022

We had a leak in our bathroom and had the pleasure of working with Kevin and Jake to get it fixed. The communication was great and it was easy to get scheduled. They were professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with. They even made friends with our curious kittens. They got the job done quickly and painlessly. Best plumber we have worked with and we will definitely be using them for any future plumbing needs! Strongly recommend!!

Jamie G.

10/31/2022

I'm very glad I found Core Plumbing! Greg and Christian were very thorough in explaining our faucet and shower issues and resolved the problems quickly. We will definitely reach out again for future plumbing services. Thanks!

Cate F.

02/09/2023 12:00:00 SA

Zack Ivy came to help us out today with some toilet clogging issues and some other plumbing repairs. He was great to work with, explaining the reasoning for his recommendations and providing various options. He worked a long day to get the job done and more importantly, get it done right! Will definitely be going back to Zack for any future plumbing needs.

Eli S.

2/24/2023

I used them to replace my old bathrooms and faucet in the office , worst experience of my life . The main plumber who showed up and upsale the services which I agreed because he assured me he will be our plumber for life with such a certainty. After charging me for 70% of project upfront 1 month later the simple work of replacing bathrooms and faucet was canceled or rescheduled more than 5 times and I ended up hiring another plumber who finished everything in 3 hours. Avoid this company and go with a solo plumber or small company if you can , it's just bureaucracy and no one at the end accepted the responsibility.

Vinetia J.

10/25/2022

We had a small leak in our drain and Grant first did an evaluation and then provided his recommendation on the work he suggested was high priority. He then provided the quote. He provided an update on material he had and proceeded to complete the work. He kept us informed of the steps taken and provided excellent service.

Dee B.

2/22/2023

Kevin was very efficient, friendly, and quick to determine the problem.

Peter M.

7/14/2022

We had a broken water heater system and one call to Core was all it took to get real peace of mind. We found the problem early evening and Core was out first thing in the morning. I feel horrible that I don't remember the lead guy's name but he was with his assistant, Joe. Both guys were incredible. It was not an easy fix, at all, but these guys took care of it perfectly and we couldn't be happier. Thank you Core!!

Victor N.

07/10/2022 12:00:00 SA

Dave Torres is such a knowledgeable individual! Knew exactly how to fix our problem in such a short time. Well recommended by

JA G.

7/25/2022

Kevin came out to check out our water pressure issue. He was so friendly and kind and didn't jump to conclusions with replacements. He was great at troubleshooting and helped figure out it was the water softener causing the issue. For $59 it was great service, timely and super helpful!

S R.

10/06/2022 12:00:00 SA

As usual, Core comes through! Kevin and Marc were on time, thorough with their assessment and able to start the job. Toilet valve leak which requires drying/de-humidifier work - let's just say it's not a small job. Kevin set up the Quick Dry appointment and they're on the way. I've used Core for several substantial jobs and will continue to use them. Kevin is a great plumber and representative for Core and Marc is a really hard worker and very thorough!
If you're looking for a plumbing company look no further than Core!

Vincent C.

10/04/2022 12:00:00 SA

We purchased a house recently and had a number of items we needed a plumber to look at and fix. A friend had previously recommended Core Plumbing to me based on their craftsmanship and so we decided to give them a try.

I have hired lots of service professionals recently and working with Core Plumbing was by far one of the smoothest experiences I had. I was able to schedule a consultation online for a time that worked well for me and received a call a couple of days before the appointment to confirm and gather some details.

Day-of Greg and Cristian was coming from another job and had to drive through a lot of traffic, but they called ahead of time to let me know and they arrived promptly after. I walked them through a number of items including fixes I needed done on the Water Heater and high water pressure our inspector noted, it was obvious that they took their craft seriously as we talked through everything.

They went over what needed to be done before they left and we received an estimate within an hour with each item detailed and different pricing options for replacing the regulator. Once we approved, Greg reached out to immediately schedule the work for the following Monday. They arrived as scheduled and went heads down and got everything done. Before they left, they made sure I understood everything that was done and explained what I needed to do maintenance-wise. I was impressed with their work and they left everything spotless as well.

I'll definitely be reaching out to Core Plumbing for my future needs!

Jason E.

5/17/2022

We just had a great experience with this company, thing pay attention to is it's all online. I called to setup an appointment but nobody answered. I left a message and I was quick to receive a text message asking what the issue was and a couple other questions. After that I got another text message where I setup an appointment for them to come out (next day). They came within their scheduled window, they were quick to isolate my issue and resolve. The price was extremely reasonable and the technician was very knowledgeable and friendly. 100% recommend and I'll be saving their number in my phone for future needs. Thanks guys!

Dustin E.

3/29/2021

Came out to my house, wasted a lot of time trying to find a leak... said they fixed it and then began leaking again. After my landlord made a negative review online, the owner met my landlord at my home and inspected it and was going to give us a quote to get a new tub installed. Supposed to get a quote today and then my landlord got an email from the owner saying since he made a negative review, he was not willing to do the work with us. My landlord and I gave him the opportunity to right the situation and change the review from a one star to a five star. Instead he decided not to try and right the situation that they put us in. This is what we are left with... Something that is still leaking that they said they fixed and they charged us $1000 but no repair was actually made and we have a huge hole in our ceiling. Please see pictures in this review.

Very immature ownership/management. I would never treat any of my customers like this. I would stay far far far away from these people.

UPDATE: even look at the response from the owner. This is what you will get with core plumbing. Immature response to an issue that they left a customer with. The facts are exactly this.

plumbing company charged us for a repair that they didn't fix

They wasted our time coming out to our house many times and we had to take a lot of time off of work because they came back to fix the leaks 4-5 times.

They left us with a hole in our ceiling and a leaking bathtub that they said they fixed. Insane.

Eric L.

9/15/2022

Core Plumbing team is amazing! They fixed a leak in the main line and left our place like nothing ever happened!! Even planted our plants back!! Very professional, very clean and overall just amazing people with kind hearts. Appreciate your help and def recommend to family and friends. Thank you, guys! Huge shout-outs to Timothy and Cheyenne Lewis, Jacob Blew, Ralph Hermosillo and Martin Fontenot (hope I did not forget anyone). You're the best!

Max B.

9/14/2022

They were very responsive but not great with communication. I tried explaining the situation with my condo and management and they weren't the least bit accommodating to when they would schedule the appointment. If you own a home and can play by their rules, seems like a great experience, but there is a good chance you will have issues if you are looking for them to work with a building manager.

Justine A.

10/07/2022 12:00:00 SA

We contacted Core Plumbing in order to install a dishwasher for the first time and Kevin and Mark came out to help us out. They were both very friendly and knowledgeable and helped us with another issue they found during the install. I highly recommend Kevin and Mark and if we have more plumbing issues in the future, we will reach back out to Core Plumbing.

Tami P.

7/22/2022

Nothing worse than walking into your kitchen at 6pm and finding a puddle of water and knowing everyone you need to call is closed.
Well, Core Plumbing gave me peace of mind by letting me make an appointment for the next day on-line.
Kevin showed up early for our appointment, he was professional, friendly and most importantly, very knowledgeable.
If you need a plumber I highly recommend Kevin and Core Plumbing.
Look no further, Core Plumbing, is who you need to call!

Paul A.

01/11/2023 12:00:00 SA

Made an appointment for a water leak. When the owner/plumber arrived two days later for the scheduled appointment, he apparently just left. We received a text saying the service was completed. Called and was told that he went to the locked gate then just left! The notes said meth house. Definitely not a meth house, but I guess the cars on the property were too much for this company. First elitist plumber I've ever met! Not recommended. Another plumber came out and completed the job with no problem.

Reebee D.

7/14/2022

Our toilet leaked this morning (7/14/22) and by 12:30PM, Christian and Greg were in our house. Once they assessed the situation, they gave us three scenarios. Seeing a huge bubble formed in the downstairs bathroom, they offered an abatement company who were so responsive, they came while Christian and Greg were fixing the problem. Lucky for us, the first scenario they presented was the problem and they were able to fix it. This is the fourth time I've used Core Plumbing and won't be the last!

Susie F.

9/26/2022

We had a water leak. Everyone was helpful and identified the problem quickly. Jacob Blew took over the job when another emergency came up. He did a great job! Everyone was very helpful and resolved leak our issues.

I recommend core plumbing!

Jose O.

01/09/2023 12:00:00 SA

Core plumbing is the greatest they are professionals, friendly and know how to get the job done. Shout out to core plumbing.

Mike N.

11/11/2021 12:00:00 SA

So Core Plumbing just finished my whole house, repiping brand new AquaPEX. I'm so impressed! The level of service and professionalism they provided on both my jobs are top notch! Elijah and Tony were again the leads on this project and I couldn't be more happy! I love their attention to detail and workmanship. Everything turned out great! I recommend CP to anyone that needs plumbing work. I must add that even the owner (Don) came out on site for half a day to inspect the work. It resonates to me that he cares about his business and his customer's satisfaction. Thank you CP for everything! Hope we don't have to meet again under these circumstances, but I know who to call if things goes sideways. I appreciate you all!

Chrys F.

10/04/2021 12:00:00 SA

Sink disposal was spraying and leaking water from the bottom of it after I had unjammed it. Sent out for quotes via Yelp but referred companies didn't respond fast enough and the companies that did, couldn't schedule me soon enough. Searched Yelp for plumbers near me and called Core Plumbing.

5 stars
for the nice gal who answered the phone to assist especially since there was multiple calls between us that day when I scheduled the appointment and the day of the appointment.
(I called on a Saturday afternoon and she was able to schedule me the following Monday between 9am - 12noon).

5 stars
for Joe and Eli who came out to fix my disposal on Monday. They not only took a look at my disposal (which needed to be replaced; they even explained what caused it to break) but they also diagnosed and discussed other potential plumbing issues which included a cracked basket in the left sink, calcification of pipes and joints in the kitchen and bath, the need to replace water valves and, to repair the stop in the bathroom sink.

Being that my home was built in the mid-70's, the sink basket was definitely in need of replacement and although the kitchen and bath pipes had been replaced in 2002 after another plumbing issue, the calcification was bad and replacement was needed. I gave the guys approval to do everything but replace the water valves which will be another appointment.

Thank you Joe and Eli for your attention to detail, good work, and bring so personable and thank you Core Plumbing for your great customer service and staff!

Bree S.

11/07/2022 12:00:00 SA

The appointment process was simple and they responded immediately. Grant was very knowledgeable and kept me informed throughout the entire process. He never tried to pressure me into spending outside of my budget. He was very efficient and cleaned up after the job. I would definitely recommend giving them a call and will be using them again in the future.

Thad G.

7/19/2022

Greg Strejc is a very helpful, competent plumber. I have used him from time to time for minor plumbing repairs and he is the best.

Jacob D.

7/19/2022

No one Appreciates a slab leak but I do appreciate dealing with Core Plumbing as they have handled my homes repair. Tim from core plumbing is incredibly knowledgeable and made me feel informed as to the problem and the options I have in the repair. Their was never any sales pressure. Tim made some suggestions and discussed my options by answering my questions. They are prompt, courteous, and extremely professional. I would highly recommend Core for any plumbing needs.

Greg B.

7/18/2022

I manage a handful of properties so I know what good professional service looks like and Kevin at Core provided that. In this case, I needed a new shower cartridge which was calcified in place like cement. Kevin who is extremely knowledgeable and capable worked diligently using his experience to resolve the issue and get things working again. He knows what he is doing and he's a good guy as well.
Tori who answered the phone and coordinated the job was also great!
They deserve five stars and I will definitely use them in the future.

Connie A.

12/21/2022

This company was amazing! Always on time very professional and educational! Kevin not only installed the water heater but he also educated me on when to have it serviced and in case of emergencies what to do and how to get back up and running if anything were to happen! I recommend this guys . Aswell there prices were the best out of other companies I had gotten quotes from!!

Monty C.

5/21/2022

Our Tankless water heater quit working around 5PM so we were without hot water. I called the company I normally work with and things did not look good as to when they could get to my house.
I called Core Plumbing and they sent someone out the next morning. Kevin, Christian and Eli showed up and diagnosed the system and determined it needed to be replaced. It was 20 years old so we went with their recommendation. They worked all day until about 7 Pm and when they left it was working great. Listening to them all day they seemed to enjoy their work and did a great job making the end result look and work right. They cleaned up all of the work area like no one had ever been there. I would definitely recommend them for future plumbing needs.

Ali P.

6/30/2022

STELLAR WORK! STELLAR PEOPLE! Would hire 1000 more times if needed! I highly recommend this company. They are incredibly knowledgable and always have your safety, convenience, ethics, and cost efficiency in mind! Everything they do they clearly have explained our options and worked with us on scheduling and making sure their work is to perfection in a timely manner. We have had a ton of work done in the last 6 months at our 9k sq ft home i.e Drain cleaning, Drain Jetting, locating and installing clean out access, repairing and securing a falling cast iron kitchen sink, fixing leaks, installation of 3 hot water heaters and more! Tim, Greg, Kevin, Chayenne, Eli, Tony, Jake, and others were just some of the stellar people that were so kind, great with our dogs, and so helpful with every concern and issue we have had! Choose this company! You wont be disappointed!

Talar P.

12/27/2020

We had the pleasure of working with three of their technicians: Ricky, Joe and Eli.

We had one of the toilets backing up and flushing very slowly. So bad, that it was coming out of the adjacent tub! We were very concerned something was wrong with the pipes, having never had to call plumbers over & the house only being 2 years old.

I found Core Plumbing thanks to Yelp, and called and had an appointment set for the next day. I was happy to see they serviced North Escondido. Their communication was great: automated text messages confirming the appointment and when the technician was en route, to being able to pay via their iPads and instantly emailed quotes and receipts.

Ricky was the first tech out, arrived promptly and was very honest about what repairs he was going to do, what might need to happen if it didn't work, etc. and he worked for almost 2 hours before he decided to call in 2 senior technicians to help him out. The house is a new-build (2018) and he wasn't 100% sure how to approach some of the piping that he didn't have experience with. I appreciated the fact that he was honest with us and put a hold on the project until the 2 seniors could come the following day (Joe & Eli). He did not charge us for the work done up to that point and cleaned up the bathroom nicely before leaving.

The 2 senior techs (Joe & Eli) showed up promptly the next day (Christmas Eve) and, after we explained the situation, they were able to confidently fix the toilet plumbing issues within an hour. They were very knowledgable, explaining to us what they were going to do before they started working on it. Left the room tidy after they were done.

I appreciated their honesty, fair pricing and expertise. They didn't upsell any services and charged us only for the necessary work they did on day #2.

Hopefully we won't have many more plumbing issues in the future, but if we do, Core Plumbing will be the first company I will call.

Mark S.

9/24/2021

I needed to get a shower drain unclogged in the upstairs bathroom. I checked the availability of several vendors and none could come out for days or weeks. To my surprise Core Plumbing had availability. I was able to book a next day appointment using their online system. I Like that they invest in current tech to help run their business!

They arrived within the scheduled window. Assessment was fast with clear explanation of the issue. I was comfortable making the best treatment option that best suited my needs. On top of it the team even gave me tips to help maintain my current drains and help avoid this issue in the future. Cody and Greg were very courteous, knowledgeable, professional and overall a great team! I would certainly use them again if I had a plumbing problem!

Barb D.

11/11/2022 12:00:00 SA

Marc and Kevin came by to install a new garbage disposal and new outdoor hose bib. They were friendly, efficient, and up front about products and services we needed/didn't need. We are pleased with their work and highly recommend Core Plumbing.

Patricia R.

03/05/2022 12:00:00 SA

Don and the team were exceptional! Very professional and knowledgeable on the work and needed to be perform. Very honest and transparent during the process. High quality all the way. Friendly and everything easy to understand. Definitely I will recommend Core Pumbling.

Matt B.

06/12/2022 12:00:00 SA

My wife and I just completed the sale of our old home and the purchase of a new one. Core plumbing came out and readied the old house with some needed repairs and then performed a thorough inspection and audit of the new home followed up by a comprehensive list of deferred maintenance items left behind by the previous owner. Tim and the entire crew did a great job on all. Highly recommend!

Brian W.

06/09/2022 12:00:00 SA

I was able to get same day service and Kevin H came and fixed our issue in just about 10 minutes letting me get on with my day!

L A.

03/02/2022 12:00:00 SA

Tony and Christian were fantastic! They came out and replaced our water heater and outside irrigation and did an amazing job - they were on time, knew their stuff, and did the job right the first time! I cannot recommend them enough and will be using them for all future plumbing needs. 10 stars!

Tom F.

12/01/2022 12:00:00 SA

Great job. Excellent work on stove and heater gas line repairs. Fair bid and completed smoothly. All the parts were with them, no need to go elsewhere. Kevin and Mark were both friendly and profession.

Ethan K.

07/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

I live in the house which was built in 2005. I had a water leak at the kitchen ceiling, which started a few days ago and water drop became more frequently. So I had to find any available repair company as soon as possible. Core Plumbing system was good to make an appointment, it responded with text message for update.

Two technicians visited yesterday and this is what they did.
1. They checked the status before opening the ceiling, /* after talking to the office */ they asked me $2151 for the fix. I had no choice to compare with other company as it was urgent and I trusted Yelp's good review on the company. Honestly, I thought this cost can be covered by insurance (but actually it seems not, it's on processing now) /* they didn't mention about that */. Also they suggested the damage restoration company who they work with and I agreed (I don't care how they connect each other, my concern was just recovering from the leak)
2. When they cut the ceiling and located the cause, they said the issue was a pin hole on the cold water pipe to the upper floor sink but they didn't confirm why it was come from.
3. After the first try, another hole was found on the pipe. They said while they applied the heat on the pipe it seemed to cause the other damage and another try would cause the new issue again.
4. /* They suggested the option at this moment. Either re-pipe or re-route.
Repipe replaces all pipelines at the house because the damage seems come from too thin pipe and may able to have the same issue later. But, I didn't choose that as it costs a lot. So */ I asked them just re-route.
5. The job was done well, they needed to make a hole at the bottom of the sink but it was okay, the pipe was installed nicely.
6. So overall, I have no complaint on their work.

Today, the insurance agent came and told me the repair charge is way too expensive. The usual labor won't exceed $200 per hour. (If the first fix was okay without the additional hole, their labor charge could be about $1000 per hour!!!) /* Well, they would say the charge includes the leak detection also, but the insurance person checked the note provided by the technician and said it's still too high. */

I have got helps so far from Yelp for other issues such as garage door spring replacement, water heater installation and sprinkler repair etc, all decisions were made according to the reviews here and I have been totally satisfied with them, I also recommended them to my neighbors and I even posted the recommendation comments on Nextdoor, but it didn't work at this time. I really don't know how to select the plumbers next time if needed, but it definitely won't be this company for me and my friends/neighbors (Don't consider too much on $20 online discount, it's nothing comparing to the actual charge).

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UPDATE: After I just talked to the technician who visited yesterday, I could misunderstand or there can be argument at some comments above so I modified from the original posting. Please ignore the lines between /* ... */. But, even removing them, the fact is I PAID $2151 FOR THE WORK OF BELOW PHOTO AND THEY ASKED THAT AMOUNT BEFORE OPENING THE CEILING. They keep saying that it includes everything, but what does everything mean? He also says I agreed the charge when asked, but how do I know that is okay price or not at that moment? Should I ask them to leave and call another company to come and get a quote to compare? The only thing I was able to do at that urgent situation was relying on Yelp review as I have done so far and I did trust them that they are not supposed to overcharge. Again, the technician was nice and did a good job, my complaint is on the service charge. However they completed the job well, it shouldn't be overcharged.
IF ANY OTHER COMPANY OR EXPERT LOOKS AT THIS REVIEW AND THINKS THIS CHARGE IS REASONABLE THEN PLEASE LET ME KNOW, I WILL WITHDRAW THIS REVIEW RIGHT AWAY.

Judy W.

02/10/2022 12:00:00 SA

Greg is a phenomenal plumber! He is friendly, professional, thorough and so helpful. He took the time to draw the basics of how the plumbing works for each needed repair. He examined the issues, even took pictures in very hard to reach areas so the he could show me where work was needed. He then sat down and explained all the options, without trying to sell me on any particular one. He really wanted me to know what my options were and left it to me to decide which way to go. After I made my decision, he went to work. Ordered any needed supplies, and fixed the things he could that same day.The second day he called to confirm the start time, arrived on time along with another professional, Jake. They went right to work and kept at it until the job was done. They cleaned up and Greg laid out all of my warranty and use information. Walked me through the repairs and doublechecked with me that everything was working.
I couldn't be more thrilled with the work that Greg and Jake performed and with Core Plumbing. They are outstanding!
If there were more stars, Core Plumbing, Greg and Jake deserve them all! I'm very grateful to them.

Olszewski M.

7/28/2021

These will hence forth be the first plumbers we call. We've been remodeling our bathroom and ran into some unforseen issues with our old 1950s floor and toilet gasket. Shane came out and did an outstanding job. Not only was the work top notch and his evaluation of the problem thorough, but he was an utmost professional throughout the process. The price was higher than we expected, but still reasonable. Also, you get what you pay for and considering their professionalism and work guarantee, I know I won't have to worry about this toilet again.

Thank you again Shane for the great work! Cheers!

Nicholas R.

10/12/2022 12:00:00 SA

Horrible. Core came out and snaked the house July 21st, 2022. The sink backed up a couple days ago. My wife scheduled them two days in a row and they bailed and canceled last minute two days in a row. Extremely unprofessional and unacceptable. We called Anderson Plumbing and they showed up within a couple hours of calling them and are fabulous. Highly recommend Anderson Plumbing and I wouldn't even bother with this garbage company.

Butch W.

10/06/2021 12:00:00 SA

we had an issue with a supposedly water leak in our rental, Tony the technic arrived on site the next morning, he checked inside and out searching for the leak? He also checked the meter and it was not moving? He shut off the water to the unit trying to see if there was a leak, we finally came up with the toil over flow was the issue. He did a rebuild and got the issue under control.
The whole time the technician was on site he kept in contact with me, made suggestions and asked for clearance on any thing that was billed...so there were no surprises. I knew exactly what i was being charged for parts and labor, and I had to agree with it. Tony did a fantastic job and it was nice to know what the cost was beforehand.....I would definitely recommend Core plumbing.

Claudia S.

10/05/2022 12:00:00 SA

This is the second time I've had Core Plumbing out to do work in my home and once again, they did an excellent job. Kevin and Marc were on time and ready to get to work. They were very clear in explaining my options for fixing my clogged kitchen drain and installing my bathroom faucet before beginning the job. Kevin and Marc were professional and hard working. I also appreciated how they left no trace behind. They cleaned up when their work was done. I would highly recommend Kevin and Marc from Core Plumbing!

Nicole A.

10/03/2022 12:00:00 SA

Great company with friendly, trustworthy plumbers! I recently moved and had a running toilet. Kevin came out and not only replaced the valve quickly, he also explained everything in detail. Kevin taught me about the basic plumbing and pressures of my house. I'm planning to remodel our bathrooms in the near future, and will definitely be reaching out to Core Plumbing for all my future plumbing needs.

Mike D.

7/13/2021

Our technician, Joseph, was really nice and cool. He did a quick inspection of our setup, which I found reassuring.
I was really happy how they were able to work with my schedule.
Will definitely look to them again for future plumbing issues!

Stephanie B.

3/30/2022

Kevin came out and serviced our tankless water heaters. Afterwards we realized that the water pressure had decreased in our shower, and he came back out and took a look at it, removed some calcification that had gotten stuck in the faucet, and got it fixed right away. He was friendly, professional, and showed up on time. Thanks!

Tom W.

11/11/2022 12:00:00 SA

I've used core plumbing for many jobs over the years. They are always responsive, experienced, professional, honest and clean. Water heater busted today and they were out to my house within 2 hours. Completed the job ,explained it the new heater and left the house very clean. I will definitely go back to core with my next plumbing need.

Mac A.

11/10/2022 12:00:00 SA

My shower valve leaked and was misdiagnosed by another plumbing company. Kevin came in and knew exactly what was wrong immediately and saved the day. 10/10 would recommend Core Plumbing. They hooked me up with an abatement company that came out that same day. Very professional and fast service. Will use them again for any plumbing needs.

monique a.

2/25/2022

Let me tell y'all... Kevin and his team are the S**T! My water heater busted last night and I didn't know what to do besides shut it off from the main valve. Called Core Plumming the next day & spoke with Cara explained my situation and she said she'll have some come out today. Kevin arrived within an hour and explained my issue and got to work. Two hours later he completed the job. I'm SUPER satisfied with the work and professionalism. Thank you!!

Casey N.

01/11/2022 12:00:00 SA

Schedule a tub/tile installation estimate for my bathroom- guy showed up, didn't come in or even park, called and ask a few questions, then said no he can't do the work... wasted an hour of my time. Don't recommend.

Benjamin Z.

7/16/2021

Eli and Tony were super helpful. They replaced my broken garbage disposal and gave the pipes under my sink the works (with my approval of course) because they weren't configured well. They cleaned up and closed up an abandoned line and clearly explained every bit of the work they did and why.

They also evaluated my water heater and showed me several important problems with it, such as how my whole-house water pressure skyrocketed when it turned on. They brought it more up to the current code to fix that and some other issues with pipes and valves around the heater. They had some other recommendations that were less urgent but it didn't feel like they were doing a needless upsell. I feel very well-informed and it was a pleasant visit.

Casey T.

7/22/2020

I can't say enough great things about Core Plumbing. I scheduled an appointment to have them repair/replace a pressure regulator that wasn't working right. They came an hour early, assessed, gave me a quote, and immediately rescheduled to come back the next day to do the work.

Here's where they really stood out. Rickey came out to do our work. They had their mask, were real thoughtful and careful. We felt real comfortable with them around in this Covid environment. My son was super intrigued by the work he was doing, so he went and got his toy tools and started copying him. I'm helping. Rickey went above and beyond and incorporated him into the work, pretending to use his tools and everything. My son was so proud that he was part of the fix!

10 star service! Rickey even apologized that he took longer than he initially thought, but he kept stopping to involve my son, so of course it was understandable!

Elena N.

10/22/2022

I want to thank the employees of your company! I am glad that there are people with golden hands. Not the first time contacted. The employees, Tim, Zac, Kevin, Cheyenne are true experts in their field. Excellent work, they left a very good impression on the whole family. Core Plumbing will be highly recommended by us! Thanks again!

Chris S.

10/14/2022

Tony is the man! So glad I called Core...father/son business got me to try them and Tony sealed the decision!!! I would definitely recommend these guys:)

Jason L.

06/10/2021 12:00:00 SA

The problem they solved: water heater leak that caused dry wall damage.

Process: needed a drying company to dry the wall, and had to hire another company to re-do the drywall after the drying, and finally got Core Plumbing to install a new water heater tank, they took care of getting rid of the old water heater as well as being immediately available when called.

Their prices are tiered. If you pay less, they take less time basically. Everything appears to be fixed price. As you read the other high reviews and the owner's responses, they focus on underlying concepts, not just fixing surface plumbing work. They try to solve the root cause to ensure you don't run into bigger issues later on.

They installed the water heater within a day, they were very responsive, they provided all the explanations and did not have any problem with answering my questions. Very professional, they definitely know what they are doing and have excellent customer service.

Tony and Arvin (Sorry if I mispelled your names) were the guys who worked on my heater. They were respectful, clean, and did excellent work. I got a full explanation of the features on the tank and they took the time to point out some other issues that might arise in the future. I will definitely use them again in the future. Features were pressure gauge, temperature sensor, and an autoshutoff if it detects moisture (for if and when the tank inevitably breaks again) They also installed an water expansion tank (they have to add in order to keep it to code, google it, it is true)

Overall a great experience.

Amy K.

7/25/2022

I messaged Core Plumbing through Yelp and they responded immediately. They were able to send someone out same day! Joe was incredibly professional and patient as he walked me though the problem and what all my options were. As a new home owner, he even went above and beyond to show me some of the plumbing hacks around my house. He quickly fixed the issue and left the bathroom cleaner than he found it. Pricing was fair and worth it for the level of response and quality of customer service. Will use them in the future!

Tammy M.

10/05/2022 12:00:00 SA

I have had quite a bit of work done by Core Plumbing. Kevin has been awesome. I recently had a new dishwasher and garbage disposal replaced. Kevin and his team great. Kevin is very honest and always explains what they are doing and I was given a cost estimate prior to the work being done. They are very efficient and cleaned up prior to leaving. Kevin goes above and beyond what he needs to do. Look forward to working with him more on my next project.

A M.

12/05/2021 12:00:00 SA

Been hiring Core Plumbing for various plumbing needs for a few years now, ever since a hot water heater needed to be fixed and ultimately replaced. Very professional, punctual and personable. Pricing is competitive too. They are never late, always honest with their evaluations and quotes and really nice to work with. Highly recommend them if you are located within their service area.

Nina P.

9/27/2022

I just Core Plumbing out to clear my outdoor storm drains. They came immediately and did the job in the same day. Very satisfied with my service. Highly recommend them for any of your plumbing issues:)))

Linda Y.

9/26/2022

Had back to back shower clotted drain and came the same day requested. Notified by text that they will be arriving between 3:00-6:00 pm. Gave recommendations what to use for slow draining sink. Left both bathrooms cleaned after the drain were unclogged .

Jonathan H.

08/01/2022 12:00:00 SA

This was no small job! One of our toilets started backing up when we ran our washing machine... that's when we discovered that our 60 year old cast iron sewage lines were totally rusted, backed up and invaded by root growth. These guys and gals came through in a big way - first when our arborist hit a line during his stump removal (the Core team was at our home within about 15 minutes to help)... then for the next six days in our crawl space, to replace all of the cast iron with pvc. Since our water main had to be off, we took the time as a chance to do a last minute babymoon. Had no worries about giving them access to our home, and the security cam footage made it obvious just how hard they were all working. Many thanks to Tony, Cheyenne, Jake and Eli , who did the work, and Tim, who coordinate the project. There was more work too - replacing a section of copper, and jetting the line to the street... point is, it was a huge job and this team made it happen. Pricing was very fair. Happy to recommend for the biggest jobs (or smallest), and they'll be our first call for future plumbing work.

Lauryn G.

03/11/2022 12:00:00 SA

Core Plumbing is a great company that not only provides quality work and service but are responsive and go above and beyond to help their customers.

Having recently purchased a new home and dealing with the stress of needing many repairs, Core Plumbing came to the rescue for my plumbing needs! Not only did they have a quick response, Greg provided an amazing service; walking us through the whole process and providing quality work.

The next week, I noticed the vent attaching my water heater to the ceiling was slipping down and taking some of the ceiling paint with it. I notified Greg and he immediately sent someone (Eli) out to my house to fix the problem. Turns out, the roofing company fixing my roof had knocked my water heater vent out of place. Despite this damage being done by a second party, Core Plumbing offered to not only fix the problem, but did the work free of cost!!

Thank you to Greg, Eli, and the whole Core Plumbing team!! Anyone looking for great customer service and high quality work, this is the company for you!

Michael S.

03/05/2021 12:00:00 SA

***READ ENTIRE REVIEW BEFORE CHOOSING*** We are getting ready to sell our house and needed some help with our guest bathroom shower fixture. Seeing the reviews I decided to call and schedule an appointment to receive a quote, however, I wasn't available to be home because of work. Steve and his protege met with my wife and started to commence the usual testing of the water pressure, which was normal. After, they were inclined to check the water heater in the garage which was found to have thermal expansion indications. We just needed the shower fixtures/cartridge replaced and my wife ended getting upsold on everything other than what we wanted for 50 dollars shy of $1000. Feeling like my wife was bamboozled and upsold on issues that weren't even there, I called and negotiated with Steve who, while extremely arrogant, agreed to install new fixtures for a 5-Star Yelp review. I felt that it was very unprofessional and am glad that he agreed to fix the initial problem because of how I believed my wife was upsold and taken advantage of. He came into my house again saying Steve to the rescue. I have no words. The experience with Core Plumbing was NOT worth the price. Please shop around if you're looking for a plumber or make sure if they're coming for a quote, they leave right after.

Side note: Steve added a personal touch of texting me on my cell phone requesting yet again a Yelp review. I've never worked with a company that requested so many reviews, but nonetheless, here it is.

Brandon C.

9/24/2020

Tony and Bern went above and beyond to ensure that the source of the issue of our toilet clog (MAJOR root growth/intrusion) was resolved. They not only removed the roots and applied weed-killer, but made sure that it would not happen again: they corrected what was a sub-level flange prone to leakage by installing a new flange and leveling it with our flooring using concrete so that the system would be watertight.

Through it all, they were transparent and informative on the situation and took the time to answer all of our questions. As a homeowner, it was a great learning experience with the both of them on all-things plumbing.

It was great to know that these guys weren't just in-and-out looking to get quick jobs lined up, but genuinely cared about us and the long-term stability of our home.

G B.

7/19/2022

Arrived on time, assessed the problem, gave overview of options and prices, warned of possible overages (if part didn't work or could not be found.) went to get part and was finished in about an hour. Would definitely use again.

Vicki C.

9/23/2022

amazing company and amazing customer service. They had someone answering the phone and scheduling. They showed up ON TIME and found a weird problem we were having with the plumbing and solved it. Super nice people on the phone and in person. highly recommend!

Cheryl N.

11/05/2021 12:00:00 SA

It's not very often when I feel valued and appreciated as a customer, especially from a contractor or contractor company. Seriously though, Core Plumbing went above and beyond our expectations. We booked their service online through Yelp and within an hour, they got back to us with an appointment set up during the same week. On the day of the service, they called us an hour prior to let us know that they were running a couple hours behind due to their current job taking a little longer. I appreciated that courtesy call. Although we initially contacted them to replace my kitchen sink with an upgraded stainless sink, they walked around the house to do a more thorough inspection. They checked all of the water pressures, sinks and faucets, water heater, fittings and regulators, and they found that our 20-year old tank water heater needed to be replaced immediately since it was at the end of its lifespan. It also needed to be put up-to-code anyway. We agreed to have it replaced, and the crew had to go out to purchase the water heater for us so they had been in and our of our house throughout the day. Because they were replacing my kitchen sink, we couldn't use the kitchen at all and we were a little concerned that it might go over a day, but they still promised us that the job would be completed within the day. As it was getting into the evening, they called for more staff to lend an extra hand. My house looked like a mad circus with a handful of people there, but they were all so diligent, never complained and had a really good attitude. We never felt like they were rushing through. They were done a little after 8 PM. I really couldn't believe how they managed to function for that long with us. Needless to say, their service was amazing. As if I couldn't be more impressed with them, the owners of Core Plumbing (Don and Grant) took the time to also send us a handwritten thank you note for our business. I really appreciate every single staff at Core Plumbing, and I am definitely keeping them in mind again for any future plumbing work!

Rob S.

07/07/2021 12:00:00 SA

Greg and Cory from Core Plumbing arrived on time and ready to go. Within minutes of arriving they diagnosed the issue and had a reasonable cost estimate available. Once signed they went to work quickly and were artisans at work! Though the job proved to be a bit trickier than expected, the two did an outstanding job in every way! They cleaned up the job site leaving no trace of what they had accomplished other than a shiny new, drip free outdoor faucet!

I would strongly recommend Core Plumbing to friends, family and neighbors as they bring the personal touch and professionalism that the bigger players seem to forget about.

James J.

1/25/2021

These people are scammers. I called them because I had a leaky faucet. They said they wouldn't touch the faucet because I had a bad pressure regulator for the water main. They claimed it was a dangerous level of pressure and they could not take on the liability. They claimed the regulator must be old and faulty. They did not know that the regulator was replaced less than 18 months ago. Got a second opinion from another plumber. Other plumber actually showed me that the pressure was fine. And he was able to fix the leaky faucet for $10 in parts.

House is fine. Faucet is fine. No issues whatsoever. These guys refused to do a $60 job until I paid them $1,300 to fix a regulator that wasn't even broken.

Lisa K.

01/04/2022 12:00:00 SA

We needed a plumber fast! I was able to schedule online which was very easy. Shortly after I made the appointment I got a call from their office as the time I picked was no longer available and could I pick a new time. I appreciated the quick phone call and we were able to pick a time that worked well. At the time of the appointment, they sent me a text letting me know they were on their way. This was great because it showed me they valued my time as well as their own. They were on time, very efficient, pleasant and left the area they worked on clean. I will definitely use them again.

Stephen P.

4/27/2021

We had some MAJOR problems : The plumbing system in our house, built in the early sixties, was on the brink of something very bad!
First, our water pressure dropped like a rock and a pipe under the sink started to leak,I looked at it and figured that it was coming from a John Guest connector. I could fix that, But then my wife reminded me of a slew of other things; the pipes under the sinks in the house, along with the ones in a small granny flat, looked like the were put together with whatever was laying around at the time by someone who was either sleep deprived or on Meth; We have 2 hot water heaters that had NEVER been serviced in the past 12 years that we have lived here and the one heater dated to 2002. The sounds that erupted from the main one in our garage reminded us of a death rattle. There was no water from the Granny Flat sink and in the places where we could get water, there was poor pressure.

We used CORE plumbing in the early years when everything was working, and they made such an impression on us that we decided to call them again.

Joseph came out promptly on a Friday. We explained our concerns the best we could and then he proceeded to troubleshoot the system; Two hours later he told us, as gently as he could, that our worst fears ha already been realized. The water heaters needed to be replaced and properly installed. The pipes under the sinks also needed to be taken out and properly replaced

Joseph and Irvin returned early Monday morning and didn't leave until 7 pm ; we have 2 new water heaters that are state of the art and have the safety component s that were nowhere to be seen before. They rebuilt the connections under our sinks and the pipes actually resemble one another! They also restored the connections to our faucets in the way God intended, but now we do have to relearn that the right and left faucets do not do what they used to!

So, the point of this lengthy review is that Core Plumbing couldn't have sent better people to represent their company. Joseph and Irvin were not only thorough and knowledgeable, but expert craftsman who take personal pride in the quality of their work; All Connections, solder joints and all other aspects of their work was flawless and I wish I had thought to take some 'before' photos.

Rachel L.

08/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

Our sink backed up and nothing I tried would let it drain. Greg and Cody came out and did a great job. Very professional, very knowledgeable. Would recommend Core Plumbing for sure!

David W.

08/08/2022 12:00:00 SA

I had a problem with a leaking hot water pipe with what I thought was a slab leak. Kevin and Joey came out after I called in to the office on a Monday morning around 9am. They arrived within 30 min to give me an estimate and would start work immediately. Perfect. Kevin gave me several options for pricing, and he kept me posted on the task as he and Joey went along. Both were very courteous and did the whole job in less than 2 hours. I was expecting it to be a half day job and that they might have to come back another day to do the service, but that was not the case. They knew exactly what needed to be done and fixed it all right on the spot. I now have hot water throughout my house once again (it turned out not to be a slab leak after all). I've used Core Plumbing in the past for some water main pipe issues out in front. I have them on my Contacts list if I need any further help. Thanks so much Kevin and Joey for the excellent work.
David W

Stephanie G.

08/04/2022 12:00:00 SA

Thanks Joe and Christian for replacing my company's automatic faucet, for answering my questions, and explaining what the issues were. Will be a returning customer!

Yan H.

3/20/2022

Got my dishwasher plumbing fixed, cost$200, but only last a few months. I only used it less than 5 times since the service.

Ricardo S.

6/18/2021

I booked Core Plumbing due to a clogged kitchen sink and a leaky laundry drain pipe. In the end, I also had them installed a water heater thermal Expansion tank and fix a rough pipe for my laundry and dryer. They are very responsive. They clearly explain the problem, the work needed to fix it, and the cost. It shows that they take pride in their workmanship because when they accidentally damaged my laundry sink, they returned to install an upgraded and brand new laundry sink. They earned my trust and my highest recommendation for any plumbing needs. Thank you for a job well done!

Jamey T.

12/19/2021

I will always hire Core Plumbing and I am so glad I can say I found a plumbing service I can trust in a big city. I do not review yelp before hiring. I wish I had! The Dunder Mifflin! Mug would have been enough for me to hire them on the spot! Kidding aside. Core Plumbing is a business you can trust. I needed a tub to shower conversion for my elderly parent. Tim came out to quote the job. His professional demeanor and small home town kind of guy personality really sold me. Don the owner came out on day one with Jake to just get started. Their work was impeccable. Quick and exacting. There work just had to be right. Elijah was a great person to work with and the end result truly is remarkable. The space was small and inconvenient and no wall is ever straight. but they made it work. We are so grateful to core plumbing. It's a beautiful functional space for an elderly person. Hire them. You will not be disappointed. Thank you CorePlumbing Family! You are truly amazing. Jamey

Todd S.

6/16/2022

Core plumbing responded in minutes to my request. Joe came out to move the gas line for our range. He did an awesome job! I would definitely use them again.

Sarah G.

4/29/2022

I have used Core Plumbing for several projects. They are top notch in quality and customer service. Their plumbers are extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. They always show up within the scheduled time frame. When there was a small problem that wasn't caught during an installation, they were prompt to return to make it right. What I appreciate about this company is that they do things the right way, instead of the cheap or easy way, so their work lasts! I have met the owners and manager, and they are all experienced and genuine people.

Lorraine S.

9/23/2021

Plumbing issues are never fun or cheap but necessary to get the professionals to do them or risk more issues later. Got Core Plumbing's number from a friend of mine who works for a restoration company. Joe and Joe (lol) came by and took a look at the things I wanted done and even put together a quote for tankless water heater so I can save up for it. Definitely nice guys, no creepy vibes whatsoever (ladies I know you would find that valuable). Joe (1) found my daughter's bathroom sink was pretty rusty as it was a cast iron . He said he will keep trying but if it's seriously rusty then the whole thing may need to be replace. However he did his magic and made it work . We're already on such a tight budget with the new house so I truly appreciated him going above and beyond. Joe (2) worked on other bath and had a time taking off the sink because of the way it was incorrectly installed .
Guys are super professional and amiable. They were also super happy with the company they work for and spoke about how owners treats them like family. I would definitely use them again. Bonus points for them being good with my puppers. Can't trust anyone who doesn't like dogs and vice versa

Ed C.

11/10/2021 12:00:00 SA

Core Plumbing came out quickly to check out a leaking whole house filter that lead to a water conditioner that I inherited from the previous owner - they quickly ran through the pros and cons of just making the simple repair to go around the water conditioner, or forego the repair and just install a new system (the one I had was probably 15+ years old and no longer supported by the manufacturer). I decided to go with a new system and they were able to install the same day. The system and installation were pricey but they also helped fix a couple simple things around the house while they were performing the installation. This was my second time using them (the last time was also an emergency) and I definitely trust them with doing things right.

mel j.

8/23/2022

I had a big job needing to be done. Remove a solar water system on our roof and install a new hot water heater in our garage. Tim came out to assess what would need to be done, how long it would take...etc..
Tim is an exceptionally nice man. Very professional, very knowledgeable . I will say this about the entire team of guys that came out. Kevin, Jake and Joey, and they did a fantastic job! They arrived on time ( a few minutes early in fact ), introduced themselves, got familiar with our property and started working. This was a big job in my opinion and I am so happy with the outcome. They needed to do work in the attic, on the roof, in the garage. They removed everything old and replaced with beautiful new and what a job! These men were extremely nice, very hard working, professional, thorough and mannerly. I was told this may take 2 days but they had it completely finished in one day. It was a long day but they did it all and I am so grateful.
Also to comment on their professionalism and honesty. We had an engagement and this job wasn't completed by the time we had to leave. Kevin assured me that they would finish, clean up and lock up the house when they were finished. They called to tell us they were done, we arrived home and everything was as they said. No mess anywhere, they cleaned up so well we actually would not have known they were there had it not been for the brand new hot water tank in our garage! Beautiful job, well done Core Plumbing! I highly recommend this company. Thank you so much!!

Q T.

4/16/2021

Core Plumbing is definitely the high end in the plumbing market. Ricky and Eli are very knowledgeable, professional and working so hard to make sure every question we have got answered, every requirement we have got fulfilled. I think the very high quality work worth the price. They provide the temp service line to make sure we have water during the project, which is a big plus. Eli even fixed our old toilet after the final walk through.

C M.

07/12/2022 12:00:00 SA

Kevin responded to my service needs within a few hours of my call to Core. A+ on timeliness. Kevin was nice and professional to deal with. Repair cost was same as the estimate he provided up front and Kevin spent considerable effort to test and retest effectiveness of his work before closing job.

Kent B.

07/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

Don & Irvin stopped by to replace the Water Softener System that came with the house. It was leaking and I needed it to be done right. Don offered me different solutions, and the work was completed with the help of Irvin. Great team and I'll have them out for my next plumbing project.

JeeSok L.

01/03/2022 12:00:00 SA

Great quality work, truly satisfied. We requested to replace the ice maker Tony and Eli did a wonderful job not only installing the device, but they did a wonderful cleanup as well. They did a THOROUGH job. Also,they didn't have problem wearing shoe cover inside the house :) would definitely work with them again

Nancy W W.

6/22/2021

Both Eli and Shane were professional and experienced in retrofitting washing machine outlet box in my garage as it was not set up correctly in the first place. Before, with the location of the drain further away from washer, the hose would pop out due to the vibrations from washing machine cycles. Water leaked everywhere though I tried to strap it. Now with the new configuration, all the hoses are lined up correctly and no more leaks! I really appreciate their expertise and patience in explaining how everything would work. Their customers service is excellent as I asked many questions but they addressed them all. A job well done! I'm happy with the results. They also ensured the area was free of the debris when they were done.
Highly recommend their service of Core Plumbing to friends and family!

MK P.

2/16/2021

The guys did a really great job! Eli and Ricky were super nice, took the time to answer all of my many questions and explain all of the work they did. I have an old house that required a lot of updating and they handled it like pros. I feel so much better knowing things are done up to code and an extra safety shutoff has been added which was a concern of mine. I had a water heater installed but they definitely went above and beyond! They checked out other places around the house that I had plumbing concerns about and gave me advice without pressuring me to schedule any extra work. Additionally, I appreciated that they gave me options for what level of features I wanted, like basic versus bells and whistles (i.e. sensors). Would highly recommend!

Roxanna N.

6/16/2022

We were very pleased with the service we received from both Joe and Eli. They were knowledgeable, professional and efficient. We also received same day service which was great given the flood in our home.

Marjorie K.

02/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

Steve and Miguel were awesome, always right on time, totally knowledgable and very friendly, thank you for helping me out with all my issues. Reasonably priced and honest. Will recommend to everyone who needs a plumber. Thank you.
Marjorie

Stuart G.

12/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

After some scheduling challenges, Core Plumbing did a great job replacing our shower faucet. Eli was thorough and professional, and explained every step of the process (I really enjoy learning from professionals how my house systems work!). We have used Core Plumbing for many years, they are an ethical, family-owned business. Thank you!

Laurel B.

3/20/2021

Eli and Joseph did a big project for a listing I had in a short amount of time! They were quick to respond and did a great job! We will continue to use their services for transactions and on our personal home. Thank you guys!!

Alex D.

12/22/2020

I am in the middle of a kitchen remodel and decided to have some of the pipes replaced due to corrosion and the possibility that a leak could arise in the near future. Core Plumbing was very prompt in responding to my inquiry and provided a competitive quote. Joseph did a great job replacing the piping and a shower valve in the master bathroom. He was very friendly, communicative, and punctual. I also appreciated that he wore a mask and followed COVID protocols.

Thank you, Core Plumbing, for the prompt and professional job you completed!

Craig N.

04/07/2022 12:00:00 SA

Thanks to Kevin for solving a few plumbing issues in our house. It was easy to book Core plumbing and Kevin did a great job with the shower drip. The fix is so neat and tidy you'd never know the amount of work he had to do.

Anthony B.

5/17/2022

Kevin and Joey did a fantastic job cleaning out years of buildup in my upstairs bathroom sink pipes. These gentlemen are professional, upfront, courteous and friendly. I highly recommend their plumbing services.

Adam J.

8/17/2020

We had a our main water line break and Don and his team were very helpful and responsive to all our questions. It was a bit overwhelming being without water but they were able to come the day after the break and install a temporary line to get us back up and running while we waited for the utility companies to come mark out there lines for the new trench that was needed to tie into the meter.

Robert and Miguel came back a few days later to do the trenching and connections but unfortunately for them it was one of the hottest days this year. Both Robert and Miguel were true professionals and even stayed late to get the job finished up for us.

All of the people we worked with at Core Plumbing were excellent and we will be using them in the future for any plumbing needs.

Christian L.

6/26/2021

I contacted Core through a referral from a relative who used their services a few years ago. The whole process was seamless from the start. Our plumber's name was Greg and he was professional, thorough, and prompt. We had to get our tankless water heater checked due to poor hot water around the house. Greg confirmed the tank needed to be flushed and the filter replaced. That's what the doctor ordered! It all works great now and we couldn't be more satisfied with the job from start to finish. It is an investment but worth the money if you go with the Core team. I would definitely use their services in the future should I have other plumbing issues.

Luke V.

9/27/2021

I've used Core consistently for many years. I've stayed with them because of their professionalism, fair pricing and quality work. They're a family-owned business with integrity. I trust their advice and work completely. Today I had a scheduled service, and one plumber called to say he and his crew were helping someone with a serious issue. He offered to still come or to call the office and have another plumber come out. Tony got dispatched right away, and called to say he was on his way. He got here, assessed the situation and told me my options. I really appreciated that he worked out a $50 discount due to parts I had, and he completed the repairs quickly and quietly (I work from home). I can't say enough great things about Core and their staff. You won't be sorry using this company!

John M.

3/25/2022

Tony and Cristian did a tremendous job! They were professional and did what was needed to get my water heater working!

Katie R.

01/06/2022 12:00:00 SA

Greg was great! The only thing I didn't like were the *SEVEN* comments, texts, and emails I received within 4 hours requesting a five-star review, plus an extra one the next day. I hadn't tried the washer to see if it had worked yet so I didn't feel comfortable giving a review. Also, when they booked me, they sent a cancellation text right after and then called that day to say they were still coming. Worth it for good service, I guess!

Zachary P.

05/03/2022 12:00:00 SA

They sent me a quote for $3,500 to fix a leaky shower and a drip leak on a toilet shut off valve. They are predatory and take advantage of people who do not understand plumbing. One of those repairs involves swapping out the valve which is a $25 dollar part and the other one involved replacing an o ring.

Mary Alice R.

11/02/2021 12:00:00 SA

I was very impressed with the professsional way my plumbing repair was handled. I certainly know I would use Core Plumbing in the future.

Riddhish T.

11/04/2020 12:00:00 SA

Tony and Irwin came to replace a garbage disposal and did an excellent job. Not only did they install everything with precision, they also took care of a serious basin caulking issue I had. Great job guys!

Jaclyn G.

9/14/2021

Overall I had a great experience with Core Plumbing. The dispatch staff is very friendly and they communicate the process very well.

Don and his partner that completed the work were very professional clean and did a great job on our bathroom plumbing needs. We had two sink faucets installed, bathtub and steam shower attachments. I cannot recommend them enough. I love supporting small businesses. They are very friendly, professional and very hardworking.

There was an initial hiccup with my appointment but they worked quickly to find a resolution and made me a priority which I appreciated. Don the Owner of the company completed the work at my house. He was informative and provided me with pricing options and was transparent on what was needed to get the job done. He also personally apologized for the initial communication error. Which I feel he didn't have to do but it was very nice that he acknowledged the situation.

They are great to work with and will use them again when I do my kitchen remodel.

Julie B.

09/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

We discovered our hot water heater was leaking very late at night. I made a call to Core Plumbing around midnight assuming I would get an answering machine. Don picked up the phone out of a dead sleep and over FaceTime, walked my husband through the steps to shutting off the water heater. He was so helpful and concerned for our safety. He followed up with a few more phone calls all after midnight. At 8am that morning, Core Plumbing was at our house to address the issue. He literally FaceTime us from his bed. When they say they are open 24/7, they mean it!

Tania S.

08/05/2021 12:00:00 SA

My husband and I just purchased our first home and to our surprise, there was a host of unresolved plumbing issues. What originally was supposed to be a faucet switch in our half bath ended up being a whole house re-pipe, since we discovered none of the plumbing in the house was done to code. Shane guided us and helped us add in a tankless water heater (again, the water heater that came with the house was rudimentary and completely rusted on the inside) and a soft water system. Shane was absolutely wonderful and felt like an honest friend we could rely on. We're grateful for his assistance and the crew at core plumbing. They will always be our go-to for any plumbing issues going forward.

Amy T.

5/18/2021

Tony and Shane did a great job! They showed up on time and were friendly and professional. We had a long list of little plumbing issues which they took care of handily. In the process, they found a pipe/junction that was ready to burst and fixed it for us. They probably saved as a huge bill later on down the line when the house would have eventually flooded. Thanks Tony and Shane! We will definitely be giving them a call for any future plumbing needs.

Sean H.

7/17/2020

We had a number of plumbing issues to address, both large and small - water heater, toilet replacement, leaks - it was a lot. After speaking with several businesses, we decided to go with Core. It was a great decision.

Everyone on their staff was friendly, safe, and professional, but Ricky was amazing. He performed the majority of our work. Ricky was clear when communicating costs and potential risks, did really clean, detailed work, and was genuinely nice to have in our home.

Thank you, Core! You have our business!

Dan I.

03/01/2022 12:00:00 SA

We were in need of an estimate for a large job. Very professional and polite. Love that they offer free estimates.

Sonja I.

07/03/2021 12:00:00 SA

We had 3 minor repairs, one major job (involving cutting a tile counter) and one undiagnosed (but suspected) problem in the garage. Perfect experience. So many positives: 1. sent a text at the beginning of arrival window saying they were on the way 2. arrived on time 3. very clear pricing on an iPad listing options 4. Grant and Irvin were so nice to have around the house (for what became two days), working seamlessly around the 6 people and 2 dogs here 5. no extra labor charge for the extra time. My new go-to plumber. 100% recommend.

Rebecca W.

04/08/2022 12:00:00 SA

Kevin came out to fix a leak under the sink and did a great job! He identified the problems, got the parts and did the repair in under two hours. He was incredibly professional, cleaned up the space, and helped to identify things to watch out for going forward. Couldn't ask for more.

John F.

04/08/2022 12:00:00 SA

Joe was amazing! He showed up and quickly diagnosed the issue, he even discovered a crack that we had not seen before! He thoroughly explained the best way to conduct the repair, and helped point out some potential long-term issues and even some potential health hazards that could develop if not repaired properly.

Linda G.

04/07/2022 12:00:00 SA

Kevin was great! He took extra effort to me make sure my project was done perfectly! He was knowledgeable and friendly as well.

Hillary S.

6/25/2021

Shane was excellent! He was professional, attentive and did the job quickly and efficiently. Very friendly and was very knowledgeable on what we needed, as our garbage disposal totally stopped working. Highly recommend this company and Shane!

Mark Q.

05/04/2022 12:00:00 SA

Very honest hard workers who go above & beyond. Greg, Elijah and all their crew worked diligently to fix my plumbing issues. Gave me solid honest advice. Always on time and good natured. I highly recommend.

John K.

9/27/2021

Tony from Core Plumbing was a joy to work with. He was very thorough in making sure everything tested out ok with our water pressure and the angle stop valve connection to our refrigerator. He was professional, friendly, and honest. He even mentioned that it still had some good life to it, but since we are in the process of getting a new refrigerator, we decided to replace the angle stop at this time.

Upon changing out the angle stop, it was discovered that it wasn't fully functioning properly and it was good timing that we changed it. He put everything back in place and even answered a few of additional questions we had for possible future work.

I recommend Core Plumbing for your plumbing needs and definitely recommend Tony.

Shaun H.

07/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

Don had previously installed our water heater and did an excellent job. Recently, Don and Irvin installed a new value and on/off knob for our shower and replaced the water pressure regulator, which was shot. Again, they did a great job, were friendly and extremely professional. I would highly recommend Core Plumbing.

Patrick K.

9/18/2021

My water temperature suddenly refused to go above lukewarm. I called the person who installed the water heater for the original homeowner. Unfortunately, he was a flake and I couldn't get him to actually finish the repair despite several calls and texts over the course of a couple weeks. I then turned to Core Plumbing. Joseph and Irvin were great. They came out the same day I called. They explained the original installer cut several corners when he put in the water heater a couple years ago. This required a more expensive repair than I was hoping for, but they fixed everything immediately (on a Friday afternoon, no less). It was great working with them.

Don D.

9/16/2021

II am not a person who usually gives reviews but felt like it was appropriate in this case.
I had water coming out of a wall in my garage and could not figure it out. Greg from core showed up with his apprentice and immediately went to work going from faucet to drain throughout my house looking for the leak. Ended up being an air conditioner condenser in my attic . ( never would of guessed that ). Greg spent hours in my house looking for the problem and the total cost was very low from what i was expecting. It's a very professional company ,good workers and i highly recommending core. And if you get lucky you'll get greg

Anthony C.

08/02/2021 12:00:00 SA

Joseph was very knowledgeable, efficient, and on time unclogging a duel bathroom sink setup. Also was very helpful with preventive and maintenance advice. I've also used Core for replacing my water heater, regulator, waterline for my refrigerator. They have always been professional and knowledgeable.

Doug K.

12/30/2021

Greg Strejc is the rare and valuable combination of professional, knowledgeable, great communicator and effective at his craft. Really great services. Pre-visit my conversation with the scheduler was helpful and pleasant.

Karla H.

03/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

They confirmed at 12 that it would be at 2
I took the day off from work. I spoke to several dispatchers who said that they would contact the plumber and they would call me back. I never got a call back I had to keep calling since it was past 3pm and no plumber, no call.

Highly disappointed with service only to do an estimate. Imagine if I hired them; what crappy job they might do.
Kinda glad I didn't hire them to do the job if they can't even show up on time for the estimate. Perhaps I saved more money and grief by experiencing that they have super crappy employees and the general manager wasn't even available to speak. DON'T USE THEM !!! their communication and work ethic is horrible!! I will also report them to the BBB... as they wasted more than 3 hrs of my time.
Plumber calls me nearly 4 hours later looking for the address .. what a disgrace!

Brian C.

12/23/2021

Greg and Jordan did exactly what they said they would do in my recent backflow test. On time and explained everything and gave good tips on how to properly maintain our plumbing. Recommend to anyone.

Mark C.

11/05/2021 12:00:00 SA

I was a fan of core after the first time I used them and decided to have them give me a proposal for a large project I have coming up. They came out and everything went well and I was told they would send a proposal in a few days. A week passed by so I called the office and the lady who answered said she would talk to the guy who came to my house and either he or she would get back to me. I never heard from them again. I totally understand that a company might feel it isn't a good fit but It really bothers me when they just don't get back to you and communicate that decision. They wasted my time and lost a customer for life.

Kelley D.

12/09/2020 12:00:00 SA

I had a couple of technicians, Joseph and Ricky, come help us out with a water heater leak. They did a great job taking care of the problem. The technicians were great, friendly, knowledgable, and professional. They were great at communicating what is going on and when they'd be here.

Only negative is that they offered us a temporary water heater solution which wasn't very useful to us. The temporary water heater solution was to help mitigate the situation while we got water damage repaired. Advice to next people, skip this. It costs us $500 for a 20 gallon water heater setup which only got the closest 1 out of 3 of our showers hot enough to take a shower. No one warned us about this so after the first shower we attempted was too cold and we just went to the office to shower. Luckily my kid tried their shower and found theirs actually got hot. The heat only lasts for 1 shower and then you have to wait 30 minutes before having hot water again. And the water pressure went down notably with that setup. It was not worth the cost for 3 days of hardly being able to shower.

allison c.

7/16/2021

Shane did a great job! He was so helpful and friendly. We would definitely call Core Plumbing again for any of our Plumbing needs!

Julia T.

6/15/2021

I'm really happy with this plumbing service. I found them on Yelp and decided to try them because of their high reviews. It's a small family owned business with great customer service. They were very responsive and helped with a pretty big plumbing issue. I felt very comfortable with them in my home in my absence.

Michael N.

2/25/2022

Core Plumbing sent Kevin to assist with a bad tub faucet leak. We had old Price-Phfister separate hot/cold water stems, which are quite outdated and often lead to leak problems if water pressure too high. Keven was great, friendly, explained everything he was doing to an old plumber. And, after checking our water pressure, found it was way too high, and our regulator had failed. A previous very well know big Plumbing Company came first, they did not tell me about or check my water pressure. If they had I would have know why the leaks were occurring. I passed on their job estimate, asked for a few days to consider the situation. Two other companies that came here did NOT check our water pressure first, they wanted to replace the faucet system w/o this check. I called you at Core Plumbing because of good recommendations by other customers of Core. Kevin replaced our Pressure gauge, and repaired a bad pipe above the gauge, that was kinked. Now the pressure is correct. Our thanks to Kevin, for his kind assistance. and Kevin came back, when I realized the arrangement of the new pipe around the pressure gauge, which included a water bib for hose water for the garage and front yard, was positioned in a bad way for my garage work station. Kevin quickly solved the problem and it's just super, the work he did! He had told me at his first visit, if the new hose bib was a problem the way he originally set it up, he would come back and adjust it, which he did. What a great asset you have in the happy, jovial, hard working and very professional serviceman, Kevin. He is the best Plumber I have met in 50 years, without a doubt.
I would rate Core Plumbing 5 star. And Kevin SIX star. If I ever need plumbing again, I will call Core.

Michael Nichols 2/25/2022

Segar R.

3/25/2022

Great service by Tony and Eli from Core Plumbing. Super responsive and friendly people. They helped me with inspecting and fixing my clogged toilets and water heater. Very professional service. I highly recommend for your plumbing needs.

Mark W.

4/15/2021

Quality work. Prompt service. Friendly workers with great communication. They replaced a water heater and fixed a leak in my shower drain. Would highly recommend

Todd L.

2/18/2022

Tony and Jake replaced our hot water heater when we found a leak on our 17 year old unit. They arrived and analyzed our situation quickly and presented several options for a replacement. I selected the option that seemed to make the most sense and they got right to work. I appreciated the no-haggle policy. They completed the whole job in about 8 hours. Efficient, thorough, and polite, they did excellent work. Thank you Core Plumbing! This all took place in September and I waited to write a review because I didn't have time at the time to write a review. Glad I finally am getting to share this.

Jay M.

8/18/2021

Was looking to get bid for shut-off valves for tankless water heater. Greg explained all the issues with the installation as it was. Basically, the whole installation was out of Code and there was potential for damage to water heater. His explanation was easy to understand. He provided drawings of 3 cost options to me. I decided to bring everything up to Code as we are looking to sell in the future. Their estimate was below what I expected. The job was complex and their work was exceptionally clean. At completion, Greg showed all the areas that we had talked about and what function they were to perform. He also performed a flushing of the water heater and put on a hose bib for free. They will be my go to plumber in the future.

Michael H.

6/30/2021

Core Plumbing technician Greg S did a great job on my kitchen sink. Explained everything thouroughly, did all the repairs, and left the area cleaner than he found it. Total pro.

Jim F.

1/28/2021

Prices on their website are completely false. They look reasonable until they get to your place and change double, then try to rope you into some sort of package deal!! They are deceptive and everything is bait and switch. They don't even honor the coupon either. Don't trust this place, it's a 100% scam!!!

Jill I.

12/13/2021

Tim was AMAZING! He was timely, kind and extremely knowledgable. He help me solve a mystery problem with my water. I am so happy because I now have a new TRUSTED plumber! Woo Hoo!!

Arden D.

06/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

Miguel and Tony were great! We had our two tankless water heaters serviced and tuned up and they were quick and professional. Would highly recommend for anyone in the North County San Diego area who needs plumbing service.

Eileen A.

06/02/2021 12:00:00 SA

We had a great experience with Core Plumbing. Everyone was responsive from the start including scheduling the first appointment. Greg was great! Very personable and explained everything to us, step by step.

Katherine G.

06/10/2020 12:00:00 SA

FANTASTIC! HIGHEST PRAISE! I really appreciate how Zac who came to do the repairs, was calm, kind, professional, really listened to me, and helped me choose the best option of service that fit the circumstance. (Kitchen drain clog)

I deeply appreciated the deal offered to book online and get $25 off. That was really wonderful when I had no idea how expensive plumbing can be, and so it was a great feeling to watch the number go down! I also liked the way I had multiple price options based on what strategy felt most ideal to me, and each one was well described, but never pushed or pressured. Absolute polite clarity, just so ideal. Thank you!

I also am REALLY extra grateful I was given a sense of what kind of products to look for to support my continued drain health, and how often I had the option to use them to reduce issues since my pipes are old. Really very kind, since I would like to do what I can, but simply didn't know a smart strategy. Now I do!

THANK YOU CORE! Thank you, Zac!

Janet M.

11/21/2020

Not sure if we got them on a bad day or what but plumber texted to say he was on his way, 2 hours later still hadn't arrived so I called the business number, Don said he would check on him. Plumber called and said he had to put out a fire and was on his way now. 50 minutes later he arrived. Spent 10 minutes looking at the job then for the next 40 minutes sat at my kitchen counter talking my ear off, while I was trying to work, to come up with the most outrageous quote, $1,936 to install three bathroom faucets and suggest a new water heater for an additional $3,300-
Then went out to his truck and called me from there to say he missed my call??? Very odd and ridiculous.

Yi-Chyun C.

11/02/2021 12:00:00 SA

Cody and Jake are very friendly and honest. They are also full of expertise, and I appreciate them to help me find the root cause and fix it in short time.

Gordon B.

1/14/2022

Roy and Christian came out to look at my hot water tank that had been making a high pitched sound. They were knowledgeable, efficient, and polite. The tank did not need work at this time, but when it does, I will be calling Core Plumbing. I highly recommend them.

Xavier A.

2/14/2021

We are Core Plumbing repeat customers who are extremely satisfied with the service they provide. Ricky and Greg were amazing! Greg took the time to explain and address any questions that I had when presenting the quote to us. Ricky was extremely communicative, took the time to understand our plumbing prior to completing the work and answered ALL the questions that I had during completion of the plumbing work. If I ever have any other plumbing issues, I am not calling anyone else but Core Plumbing.

Lawrence B.

3/20/2021

This crew is dedicated to doing the job right. They are meticulous and not flippant about the the work they do. Core Plumbing is proud of their work, they care about your home, and I appreciate all of that.

Anthony S.

02/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

Called Core plumbing to replace my old water heater. It's my second time calling them for plumbing issues and I continue to be satisfied with the customer service. Don showed up and assessed our current water heater, explained problems and showed me my options. He didn't try to upsell me on options I didn't need/want. Will definitely call them again if we have plumbing issues.

Greg A.

08/03/2021 12:00:00 SA

A+ work on two separate plumbing projects. Ricky helped us install a pressure reducing valve, then came back a few weeks later to help us install an ice maker box for our fridge. He also noticed that the water pressure to the kitchen faucet was very low, so he took the time to disassemble the kitchen faucet and clean it out for us free of charge. I will be contacting Core Plumbing first if any other plumbing needs come up.

Derrick C.

05/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

Greg the technician was very professional and provided great customer service. He finished the work in a timely manner without any problems. I would recommend this company for any plumbing needs

angie a.

03/04/2021 12:00:00 SA

These guys are great! We woke up to our house backed up and our kids yelling 'the shitters full.' I called a few places based on yelp reviews hoping I could get someone out pronto. Dispatch was able to get the team out at 9a and they had a fix in within hours. Their price was fair and their customer service was fabulous. I totally recommend these guys!

Mark L.

9/23/2021

Joe at Core has helped us tackle just about every aspect of our home remodel. I was really concerned about who to bring in given it is a high end home with very specific finishes and materials, but Joe has gone above and beyond making sure that all of our needs were addressed - from new toilets, dishwasher installs, pool backflow and filler maintenance, snaking some clogs, and dealing with some subfloor leaking from poor previous work that the prior owners had done. I cannot recommend this place enough - you absolutely get what you pay for, and Joe / Core is worth every penny

Pauline N.

01/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

Great guys - Tony and Irbin- very professional and patient. They both waited for me to get home to do the diagnosis of my garbage disposal and sink drainage . Tony was straightforward and honest about my options. I appreciated their professional demeanor and honesty. Even my pup likes them . Will definitely call them back if I have plumbing issues. Highly recommend.

David L.

9/28/2020

They came in, looked at my job, and gave me an absolutely absurd price quote with even more absurd prices for guarantees. (Isn't all work guaranteed?) I quickly showed them the door and rebooked with a higher rated plumber with a dramatically lower price quote. It's worth the wait for a few more days.
Also, one of the two guys wasn't wearing a mask.

Antonio C.

04/10/2021 12:00:00 SA

Don's son came to the house with his crew. They explained the problem with my water heater and water pressure. They were very professional and they took the time to to go over all ny questions.
I highly recommend their service.

Rob P.

10/13/2020

Incredibly disorganized. Moved my appointments over and over and over without warning. Sent different techs each visit, so we were always starting from square one. Utter and complete waste of time...a lot of time.

London C.

06/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

Tony has a remarkable personality and his calm demeanor, especially during the Pandemic is steadying and calm. He was punctual and wore his mask for the entire visit.
He quickly noticed that my toilet needed a new clapper, handle and hose. He gave me the option of a new toilet and we worked together on providing the legal aspects of working with my HOA to install the new toilet (water had to be shut off to a portion of the building) for the new install.
We both did our due diligence and then some. On our end everything that could be done was done. Full compliance with process.
The problem occurred when Tony needed to have access to the entry code for the water shut off. He came on time and even early to put up all the fliers alerting the potentially impacted units, of the planned water shut-off. He called the HOA management (they efficiently requested his contacting them through their email) to get the ball rolling. He did contact them and after a ten or 15 minute phone call, was not given the codes to prepare for the work that would need to be completed the following Monday. This information was highly organized on Tony's part; by Friday early afternoon he was on the phone to ensure a smooth start for Monday. Without the codes for water access, he obviously hit a roadblock. He was uncomfortable as was I. We had both done our due diligence. I as the owner of my unit had provided the necessary paperwork to initiate the process and also as a go-between my vendor (Tony) and my HOA. I removed myself from the process after it was suggested by my HOA that Tony contact them directly, which was excellent advice. However. The impasse, as previously mentioned, occurred. At this point Tony and his company were reluctant to touch the job. Even a minor build was feeling uncomfortable, most likely due to again, not having access to the water shut off in case of problems.
So...I wish I could say the job was completed but I had to use another plumber. HOWEVER...I was not charged a penny and therefore had a free quote and analysis of the problem which greatly helped. He used his gas, time and money to help me and through no fault of his own, simply had his hands tied.
Therefore, due to his high level of dedication, professionalism and overall courtesy I still rank him 5 stars. He's a good man.

London C.

Lee S.

11/10/2020 12:00:00 SA

The appointment was quick to book. Joe arrived on time the next morning, he was extremely friendly and he did not try to upsell me. The prices were fair and his work was excellent and timely. I learned a lot about home plumbing and effective leak prevention. Would definitely recommend!

Joseph J.

1/28/2021

They installed a PRV last year and it was leaking. They came back to look at it and still was leaking. Now after a year, it cannot keep the pressure you set on it, it always go up to 75 psi instead of 60. Not sure if they installed a new PRV and that's after paying $750 for it

Greg B.

6/24/2020

I called Core Plumbing because I had an emergency at an apartment building, water was leaking from an exterior wall into a courtyard. I called their main number, and immediately received a text back telling me that Don, the owner, was on the phone but would give me a call back, The text also gave me other options to request plumbing services. I responded to Don's text, telling him that I needed a quick analysis and repair of a plumbing issue, and gave him details of my problem.

Don called me a couple of minutes later, and told me that he could schedule his general manager, Tim, to go over to the property. Tim was there within one hour of my initial call. Tim called me, analyzed the plumbing issue, outlined a plan, discussed the plan with me over the phone, gave me rough pricing estimates, and proceeded to fix the problem. He fixed it professionally and properly, taking pictures of the whole process and texting me the photos in real time.

Payment was easy, I paid online, and all of the work and payment documentation was sent to me via email.

Core Plumbing made the nightmare of needing an emergency plumbing repair pretty painless, and working with their team was enjoyable.

Beth B.

1/21/2021

I called on Wednesday afternoon and was able to get an appointment first thing on Thursday morning. The gal that answered the phone was very polite and helpful. Tony and his partner arrived RIGHT on time and were both very professional and friendly. They repaired my kitchen sink problem AND then proceeded to recaulk around my sink (because the caulking was old and water could easily leak down the back of the sink and cause problems). WHAT! Who does that just out of the kindness of their heart! As they cleaned up after themselves (which by the way not many fixit guys do), they cleaned my floor with a wet rag, basically mopping my floor! Needless to say I was very happy with using Core Plumbing and I will MOST definitely call them again if I need them.

Damon M.

1/19/2021

Ricky was on time and is a master in his craft. He was able to assess the situation and solve my plumbing problem. More importantly he gave me some helpful tips so my issues won't happen again. He cleans up well too, didn't even leave a trace of him being here. Highly recommend Core and Ricky and his team.

Zach C.

03/10/2021 12:00:00 SA

Can't say enough good things about our service from Core Plumbing. We bought a new house and after two weeks the kitchen sink was backing up and I couldn't get it to drain.

Greg and Irvin showed up on time, were super friendly and fast workers. The issue ended up being more than a minor clogged drain and resulted in them replacing a portion of the line to our sewer. Our crawl space is much smaller than your typical crawlspace and they had no issues with getting under the subfloor and taken care of the issue.

Not only did they identify the issue, but also was able to complete this in the same day as my appointment. They were also very good at explaining the issue and what needed to be done to a first time home owner, which is always a huge plus. Thanks again for the help!!!!

Alyce F.

03/07/2021 12:00:00 SA

Don and his crew are honest, reliable, reasonable and do excellent work. I had 2 toilets which were leaking into the ceilings below. I had a leak under my slab. Very professional and completed job timely.

Jonathan C.

10/13/2021

Don and Jake were great! They converted a dual handle shower faucet into a single handle and raised the shower head pipe about a foot, in a bathroom that I am remodeling. They were very knowledgeable and kept me updated and even gave me some pointers. Their price was fair compared to some other quotes that I had received and I loved that I was able to schedule my appointment on their website! Will definitely be using them again !

Patricia W.

12/20/2020

This is another business that advertises 24/7 response that I did not receive. No callback either.

N G.

08/02/2019 12:00:00 SA

Sad day to report. I have been a Core customer for awhile and they charge alot. But, I was hoping they would bring their charges down for a loyal customer... NOPE. Matter a fact, i had a rusted out disposal and they quoted me $699.00, to replace... before tax... when I asked for a military discount, they said NO. I told Don, I'll hafta shop around and he told me, You're not listening to what im saying...... Which was $699 was a good deal for a company service. I called Roto Rooter and they did the job for $357.00... $400 cheaper...
avoid these conmen... anything with Core... blood honor...

Gokhan B.

9/26/2020

We scheduled an appointment due to our water heater leak and they came in on-time the next day. Their recommendation was to replace it and they were able to replace our water heater the same day. Awesome work on installations and little details. Joe and Elijah did a great job. Satisfied customer here n recommended !

Julie K.

02/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

Steve and Miguel helped me out with fixing a broken angle stops and replacing toilets. Not sure why but I have had bad luck getting plumbers to actually come out to follow through when they say they will come out and help me. Well, finally, I found plumbers who show up when they say will and do what they say they will. They did the job efficiently and were super nice throughout the process. My new go to plumbers!

Sandee B.

01/01/2022 12:00:00 SA

I could not have been more dissatisfied. Don came down. He missed the scheduled appointment but came later which was OK with me. And then he came in to look at my job and would not put a mask on. He says he's immune immune immune due to the fact that he's had Covid. And I was so hesitant and told him that I was having a cold, hinting that I wanted him to wear a mask, but he would not. Put a mask on and I feel bad that I was not more assertive.We would be in A very closed environment, the bathroom together. So that turned me off right away. Number one he was late number two he would not wear a mask. But the worst part was, he declined my job because he says he didn't know how it would turn out. I needed my bathroom re-piped etc. When I told him we were having our other bathroom demolished, he insisted on seeing it and began to Talk disparagingly about my bathroom over haulers. Mind you, I have a signed contract and I'm ready to start business with this other company and he was trying to get that job away from them. I was not happy.. apparently, the reason I called him was not going to be addressed because he thought the project was too small to get involved in, so he tried to take a bigger job. I will never call core plumbing again, unprofessional any which way you look at it.

X C.

11/05/2017 12:00:00 SA

Guy from Core came out late Friday afternoon and did the job. He was able to install a new gas valve for me and TPR valve pipe that needed to be ran outside.
He did a masterful job in about an hour. I was impressed by his expertise and knowledge of doing the job. 100% satisfied, thanks Guy!

Shelley A.

4/29/2021

Had a pipe spring a leak in my garage. I called Core and they came out, gave me an estimate, fixed the leak and cleaned up their mess. Will definitely keep that business card! Great work Core!

HL L.

9/28/2021

My shower was clogged and didn't drain well. I did a search on Yelp and found Core Plumbing. I scheduled an appointment on line which was very convenient. Tony and Joe came over. They are professional and knowledgeable. The problem was soon solved. Appreciated them walking me through the process and answer all my questions. They also shared good tips about how to maintain healthy pipes. Thank you Tony and Joe!

James P.

4/22/2021

Quality service at a fair price.

Joseph just performed some high-quality work for us on short notice. Had our garage drain back up and washing machine overflow. We were able to schedule service the morning after the issue presented. Joseph assessed the problem and solved it immediately, he even went the extra mile to make sure the job site was cleaner than he found it. He talked me through what to look for the next few times we use the drain to make sure everything was fixed correctly.

Joseph also took the time to point out a few problems with plumbing in our older home that we hadn't been aware of. I feel that he provided me and my wife with useful information without trying to guilt us into extra services. We can now read up on the recommendations on our own time but we'll likely return to Core Plumbing for some of the work he pointed out.

I also appreciate the peace of mind that comes with Core Plumbing warrantying their work. Gives me confidence that the job will be done correctly.

Jay P.

8/24/2021

Core Plumbing (particularly Tony and Jake) were awesome fixing my old bathroom sink which didn't drain and had an inoperable sink stopper. They provided me various pricing options, then completed the job like the sink was brand new. I will definitely use Core plumbing for any issues in the future.

Bryan N.

7/23/2020

Great company! Great service by Ricky and Steve in the field. Ricky came to my house initially and I thought I had a toilet leak needing repairs. But the toilet wasn't leaking at all. My meter had been running up a ton of money and I had no idea where my leak was at that point. Ricky (at no charge) walked my property and checked out each water line. We could not find the leak even after turning off all the lines on the house. The meter was still running. He then found the problem was that the service line broke from the main line to the meter. I had no idea and he showed me where this area on my front lawn was basically in a puddle. At this point he gave me a quote to fix and was on his way. I basically had a free leak detection which I could not have found myself. They didn't charge me and I gave no guarantees that I would call them again. But I did because these guys are an honest local business and seemed to take things very seriously and professionally. Ricky and Steve came back out 4 days later and tore out my lawn, replaced my line and patched it back up to the point where it is hardly noticeable. Thanks Don for arranging everything and hiring the absolute best employees!

Kevin H.

11/08/2020 12:00:00 SA

I just called these guys and really wishing we were inside their area of operation. SUPER professional on the phone, offered recommendations and solutions.

Keep it up!

Tim B.

3/23/2021

Thanks for the expertise, courtesy, and all around great work. Core Plumbing gives you an estimate, explains what exactly they will do, shows up does the work. What more can a home owner want??? Steve stops answers questions, then goes up and beyond what I expected. The group cleans up great. TOP NOTCH PLUMBING WORK!!! TYVM!!!

Elizabeth E.

06/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

Disappointed to have to write a bad review due to trying to upsell me and rude unprofessional treatment. As an Interior Designer, I've been working with Core Plumbing and referring them to my clients and friends for 8 years. In the past, Don, Grant and plumbers at Core have always been courteous and professional. Their prices were reasonable until about a year ago. The last time I called them to unclog a sink and bidet, it cost $564! The water pressure scam is a real thing. I had another plumber come out and showed me the pressure was fine. Also, if you happen to call their office, your phone will be slammed with spam texts. Every time you call.
I called them out to replace parts inside the Icera toilet tank. This would have been the third time. Icera toilets are a beautiful design but poorly made. They canceled on me two days in a row due to plumbing emergencies. Greg came out with another man. He immediately says that he wants to check my water pressure and heater. I said that's fine but will that cost me more for you to look? They looked at my toilet, researched the parts to be ordered. Then went off to check the pressure and heater. After a while I went to check on them in my garage. Greg said that my water pressure was 50 it should be 60. My water heater was installed by Core a few years ago. He said it needs to be serviced every two years. He thought the pressure was the cause for the toilet parts needing to be replaced. I told him that I don't think the Icera toilet is the canary in the coal mine for water pressure. All of my other Toto toilets are fine. I will be addressing the pressure and water heater at another time. Today I just want my toilet repaired. He curtly said, I'll let you know when I can get the parts and turned his back on me. I guess his pride was hurt that his upsell didn't work. After fifteen minutes I was wondering when they would finish and the toilet part arrival. They left the garage door open and left without saying goodbye.
I called the office to find out about the repair estimate and when to expect the part. Greg texted me a confusing platinum, gold, and silver tiered estimate. One for the air pressure/water heater and another for the toilet repair. The estimate for the pressure/heater starts at $886, $738, and $675. Toilet repair estimate is $675, $482, and $386. The first prices are outrageous and the only ones with a warranty. I decide to replace the toilet with a Toto since I probably will have to repair it in a year.
At the end of the day I get a call from Grant. He asked me if I was in a bad mood when Greg came over. His tone with me was as if he was speaking to a girl that had to be put in her place. I was confused with his attitude given that we had worked with each other for eight years... just because Greg didn't like me. He didn't suggest sending another plumber to do the toilet installation. I didn't have a problem with Greg doing the installation, but Greg's pride wouldn't allow it. Sometimes people are having a bad day. I told him that Greg must be a cousin or old high school buddy for him to not care about professional customer service from a loyal client. We agreed to cut ties.
DC Plumbing came out to install my new toilet. I asked him to check the water pressure to quell my suspicion that I was being scammed by Core plumbing's new pressure/heater upsell. He tested it. At the same location where Greg tested. It was normal!

Bill N.

06/06/2021 12:00:00 SA

We requested plumbers and we got disgruntled salesmen. Not happy. Zero communication after multiple attempts in advance of appointment to ensure it went well.

Ashley I.

03/12/2021 12:00:00 SA

Amazing Service!!! Fixed my problem in a timely fashion and went above and beyond with helping me out with other problems and didnt charge extra.. Thanks so much . I highly recommend.

Ron J.

03/03/2021 12:00:00 SA

Our 31 year old main water line from the meter to our garage had a pin-hole leak near the meter. Core Plumbing was one of three bids to replace the line. Their bid was in the middle, but they were the most professional in assessing the job. We saved some money by having our landscaper dig the trench to Core's specifications. I was impressed that Core Plumbing insisted on providing the sand to protect the new 1 inch PEX line and do the backfilling and compacting. Communication with the company was excellent. Our crew of Greg and Eli showed up on time and were very conscientious and skilled. I would highly recommend this company and will use them again when the need arises.

Anne F.

06/01/2020 12:00:00 SA

Zack just finished working on our kitchen sink that kept clogging and even overflowing into the adjacent bathroom sink. He was very friendly, thoughtful, and respectful. He was prepared for covid protections as well. Before beginning his work he explained the process and best and worse case scenario and what the costs would be at a minimum. We lucked out! When he was finished he went over preventative measure we could do..and will do now...in order to avoid damaging our pipes and how to best extend their life. Thank you so much Zack and Core Plumbing. We'll definitely call you again if ever needed!!

Bill C.

6/26/2020

I just used Core Plumbing again and it was for a lot of work this time. I have worked for the past 43 years with every single type of distribution and manufacturing company around this country that you can imagine. In dealing with thousands of companies over those years, I developed the ability to recognize when a company is run properly. Core Plumbing is at the top of the list. They do outstanding work, at a fair price, they care about the customer and the quality of work they perform, they are competent, communicate incredibly, and are nice nice people. They wanna do the right things in business. Don has been outstanding and the work performed by Grant and Ricky yesterday was perfect! And 2 of the nicest guys you could ever meet! 5 Stars is not enough, they are a 10 Star organization!

Robert P.

4/26/2021

Core did a good job fixing my sink hookup, she was leakin at the S pipe. They showed up a little later but they got the job done and I haven't had any issues since. Would recommend if you need a quick fix.

Brent M.

2/24/2021

Core Plumbing spent the day at my house replacing a toilet and a water heater. They also upgraded my pressure valve. They were courteous, clean and did a great job.

Aleena W.

10/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

I had quite a scare today. While trying to replace a Fill Valve (after watching a tutorial video on Youtube), I wasn't able to turn the water off despite the knob was completely turned to the right. As I panicked, more water kept gushing out and the downstairs guest restroom began to slowly flood. I immediately ran to my next door neighbor asking for help and much to my surprise (and by the grace of God), I saw a Core Plumbing van parked right in front. Tony and Jake were working on a job next door and rushed to my aid. Jake was amazing as he tried to calm me down and assured me that everything would be ok. They shut off my main water valve and proceeded to work on my leakage problem. I have dealt with many contractors but never have came across anyone like Tony and Jake who displayed genuine concerns for their customer and provided the comfort that most lack. Both were professional and knew their job well. I was very pleased with the repair that Tony performed while Jake was assisting him. They came to my rescue without any hesitation and even politely refused to accept my tip. Tony and Jake exemplify exceptional service and went above and beyond. I will keep their card handy for future plumbing work and will definitely recommend them to my friends and family. Thank you Tony and Jake!!!!!

Katherine E.

10/07/2021 12:00:00 SA

Last year I had Core Plumbing install a whole house water filtration system with an added UV light to remove bacterial.. When it was time to replace the light of course I called Core to come take care of this. They were on time, courteous, clean, and made sure to check/replace fittings and washers to help circumvent potential leaks. I appreciate this company and their professional crew!

Jay E.

2/15/2021

Core Plumbing is the real deal, and they do everything they promise, and more. Joseph and Eli did some plumbing work for me today, and they did an amazing job.
I promise, you wont be disappointed. Amazing, amazing work

Tony S.

11/04/2021 12:00:00 SA

A very knowledgeable, honest and very friendly company. I knew right away after talking with Tim over the phone this was the company I was willing to have in my home to replace the dreaded hot water heater. Joe and Mark arrived the very next day, well equipped and with a brand new hot water heater and all the fancy tools to take care of the install, which by the way only took a few short hours. I am one who can appreciate clean silver solder job on all the copper and attention to every detail. A Big Thanks to the team that did the install job & A Big Thank You to Core Plumbing!

Winston Y.

9/16/2020

I spoke to Don about this appointment a few days before his team showed up. The day of the appointment Joe showed up and addressed my issue. He was nice, courteous and was confident in fixing the broken pipe. He also worked overtime until the job was done correctly. Certainly not the cheapest, but you pay for what you get. I would use Don and his team again! Thanks again for the work, 5 stars.

Denise T.

10/04/2021 12:00:00 SA

Grant installed a new toilet and hot water recirculating pump. We bought the pump ourselves ahead of time, and we didn't realize that the mounting bracket was missing. He had to spend a lot of extra time making his own mounting bracket for us. He was very thorough and professional.

Mariko R.

09/04/2020 12:00:00 SA

Steve and Miguel came to fix my plumbing problem. They did great work and answered all my questions.
I originally spoke with Don about my issue and he was so helpful. I was very pleased with the service and I know I will call them next time I need a plumber.

Mark G.

1/29/2021

Though I did not use Core for recent work. I had a candid discussion with the owner Don, who I used in the past for a larger job (replace the main from the street into my garage). I appreciate his honesty and his drive to build a good local business. I would recommend Core Plumbing to folks in the area as his outfit is responsive, friendly, and continue to take COIVD protections seriously.

Deena Prescott K.

9/27/2021

These are the nicest guys. They are always polite, do an excellent job and leave everything cleaned up and back in place when they leave. I would recommend them to anyone.

Jake L.

1/22/2021

First of all, I'd like to apologize from my heart to the lady who called me about rescheduling my appointment.
To make the Long story short, this Core plumbing is perfectly professional and they did listen to my frustration patiently.
And they were able to fix the clogging issue right away and offered me really awesome deal.
I'm not sure how much I can be thankful to these professional people(Greg, Irwin), and this company does their best to satisfy customers.
In particular, the supervisor Tim's fantastic customer service.

I am deeply impressed by their professionalism and highly highly recommend Core plumbing to anyone who has any trouble at home.
Two thumbs up!!! I wish I have more than two thumbs.

V N.

9/24/2021

Greg and Cody are first class. I've been using Core Plumbing for years, and always learn something when they come out. Ordered them up for some preventive maintenance (toilet pull and reset, dryer line cleaning) and upgrades (angle stops) for original equipment. Greg and Cody came out on time after providing notification text messages, were professional in their service, thorough but efficient in their work, and thoughtful in job performance. Couldn't have asked for a better team. No doubt I'll be using them again (need to replace a 19 year old water heater).

G S.

07/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

Greg and Cody are exactly what a homeowner wants and needs in a local plumbing expert. They are polite, understanding and transparent. They helped me understand the issues, where other issues could start presenting itself and explained in great detail all that needed to be done and completed everything professionally and timely. Couldn't ask them to change anything. Will definitely use Core Plumbing ongoing for all of our home's plumbing needs.

Mike C.

10/20/2020

My water heater broke recently and core plumbing came out to replace the heater. They did an excellent job with professional installation. Left the place looking clean and the water heater is working great. Would definitely go with them again!

Jon T.

07/10/2020 12:00:00 SA

Don helped me deal with the plumbing of getting a gas meter moved with SDGE and my city. It probably wasn't an insanely complex job to actually DO for his team, but the part that was really helpful is his coordination with the city and just getting the darn thing done. Coordinating with cities and govt is a mess, but Don and his crew made it a breeze. Including getting a permit going with the city during the 4th of july weekend. Communication was perfect, price was fair, and everything went smoothly. THANK YOU.

Cynthia L.

7/31/2021

Core Plumbing is my first call for plumbing needs. I scheduled an appointment online. Greg and Cody arrived during the expected window, assessed the job and fixed the leak. They are super professional and I felt comfortable having them in my house.

Karl K.

9/28/2020

Steve Richardson was able to come ahead of the scheduled time. He did a great job updating my hot water tank to the latest code. He was very knowledgeable and quickly finished the job.

Biren D.

7/26/2021

Needed an angle valve replaced under our kitchen sink (had no idea what that was until today) and spotted Core Plumbing truck outside at a neighbors; I went to ask them about this and they said they actually had time to check it out because their current customer was not back. Tony and Cody were incredibly professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. I was very impressed, and perhaps more importantly, comforted by the way they handled our (pretty minor) job. No overselling, just straight up competence and pleasant demeanor. High recommend.

Antoinette I.

6/19/2020

My shower head broke off and a piece got stuck on the pipe that i couldnt get off. I called core plumbing and literally they were at my house in 30 minutes. Tim and Bobby were very personable and friendly. I have a shiny new showerhead and core plumbing has a return customer in the future. Great customer service

Matt D.

12/17/2020

I called Core Plumbing for a quote on a 50-60' stretch of 3/4 gas pipe that I needed run to an appliance. I did my research beforehand on the typical cost to run that length of pipe and it seemed that $1500 was a fair price given that this is California, so not as cheap as maybe elsewhere. The Core Plumbing guy came out, took some measurements then quoted me nearly $4000. lol, I about fell over. So I thanked him and then called another 5 star plumbing company on yelp. The second company came out, quoted me $1500 on the spot then scheduled and completed the work a few days later and did a great job. I saved nearly $2500 just by calling someone else.

Why am I giving them 3 stars then? The guy who came out from Core was a nice guy and he didn't give me a hard sell and I appreciate that so I give them 3 stars, plus I can't judge the quality of their work since I didn't hire them so I would imagine that their workmanship is probably fine. However, from my experience it appears that they will overcharge you if they think they can get away with it so do your homework first and always get multiple quotes. Caveat emptor.

Annemargaret B.

1/26/2017

Without the use of human hands, our reverse osmosis system suddenly started sputtering precious H20 from this tiny release area on the dispenser. Imagine the shock to discover the water actually inside the cabinets too! Ugh, this system sucks! Well, I manage to clean up the mess and turn off the valve.

I am willing to tackle anything myself. Water issues are one I'll skip. Off to yelping, I go and discover Core Plumbing. The reviews look great. I leave a message.

Within an hour my phone is vibrating with a message from Don. I return his call to his personal cell phone and receive the most honest and helpful conversation. What makes this such a big deal? It's 8:40pm!!!! What company is going to do this? Core Plumbing!

Celia T.

1/16/2019

Amazing service! We had a slight leak in our garage and needed a quick fix
We called and he was here within minutes because were local to him
Fair pricing!!!

Lenny R.

4/14/2021

We called Core due to high marks on the Next Door app, to come unclog a bathroom sink upstairs. When they got here, they told us the pipe had to be replaced and they asked to check our water heater pressure. They told us we needed an expansion tank. We thought the clogged drain would cost about $60. However, ~ $1,200 later we paid to replace a drain pipe and clear the drain at $600.00, plus $600 for the tank in the garage. This was after a $20 coupon was applied. We felt we were taken for a ride and will not use Core in the future. They also brought out an apprentice and so we feel they were charging for 2 guys. The two guys were nice and professional and we have no beef against them. The cost is the issue. After going back on Next Door and reading all the dissatisfaction about their price gauging and scamming, we would agree. I always give good ratings and good reviews when warranted. However, in this instance, I felt we needed to respond with a negative review. If we were not in a hurry that day, we would have told them no. In fact, they changed our appointment from one day to another which ended up causing part of the issue which made us rush.
There went our stimulus check! We have numerous recommendations for other plumbers to use in the future.

Alicia C.

09/10/2020 12:00:00 SA

Don and team did a fantastic job fixing our master bathroom leak and installing a new soaker tub!!! They were so professional and we are so impressed with the results!! Thanks so much for all of your help!! We love our new bathroom!!!
Leif and Alicia E.

Bob B.

12/17/2018

Fantastic!
I made the appointment Monday @ 11pm on the Yelp app. Zach Davey from Core came out Tuesday morning. Inspected my water heater. Let me know to start saving for a replacement. I asked how much. I asked if they could help me out. Zach Davey made a call to his boss and we agreed on a plan. Zach Davey made coming back real easy as I had another appointment from 12noon till 130. Zach Davey and
Apprentice came back with parts. They were setting up; not wasting any time. Zach Davey is all business with a kind heart. While the work was being done, I asked to watch. I'm glad they did not mind. I'm extremely curious and more then pleased when Zach Davey took my suggestion as his own. They finished with a clean purpose. I am more and happy to have core plumbing work on my house again.

Michael S.

7/16/2021

I had a great experience with Core Plumbing. It was easy to schedule and get someone out. Greg was great! He was very friendly and explained everything very well. And I was pleasantly surprised that he was able to address and fix everything same day, without needing to schedule a separate visit for the more time consuming work.

Phil C.

9/27/2021

Needed a help with a leak and got an appointment scheduled easily and quickly. Just had a job finished by Irvin and Martin and they went above and beyond to explain everything and get everything fixed. Really appreciate their work. Thanks!

Sam W.

2/26/2020

My tankless water heater decided to die on me the other morning and I found myself in a tight spot. I looked around online for a local/family operated business with solid reviews and was lucky enough to come across Core Plumbing. Don answered the phone and after a few questions was able to upfront and honestly tell me the bad news - the unit was likely not repairable and would need to be replaced. In any case he said he'd have someone out to evaluate the situation in person and give me a quote only a few hours later. I received a text saying that Core Plumbing would be at my house earlier than expected (nice!) and if that worked with me they'd be right over. It turns out the existing unit was not sufficient for the home, not installed to code, and was a health concern as well! Fumes were entering the house as the existing unit had been installed right under a window I keep open pretty much 24/7... I'll be calling the OLD plumber for an immediate explanation.

Core was able to find the perfect new location (in a safe spot and to code) all while taking advantage of some existing lines in order to keep the cost down - something I immensely appreciated. Shout out to Erik who showed up exactly when he said he would, worked diligently the whole time, stopped to answer my questions with patience during the install, and was all around exactly the type of person you would want on your property and working on your home. The new unit works perfectly and he left the job site spotless.

Core Plumbing helped me out of a jam in a hurry, fixed existing issues, and ultimately did exactly what they said they'd do. They have earned this glowing review by exceeding expectations. Nice job, fellas.

Jason C.

07/05/2021 12:00:00 SA

Greg showed up on time and was very thorough in listening to our concerns and investigating the issues with our plumbing. He was through in the job he did and even corrected some minor issues at our request. If needed, I would definitely use Core Plumbing again.

Jorge M.

01/11/2021 12:00:00 SA

Core plumbing has a great team! Tim, Greg and Irvin are very personal and has over 40 years of knowledge and experience between them. My wife and I just bought a home and our new water heater had a bad leak. Tim and his team found the problem right away and showed me everything. Greg went over with me my options to get it fixed and I understood everything before making a decision. I know I was going to get quality work done when I seen them take the time to make sure everything was safe and up to code.

If you are looking for a company you can trust, call Core Plumbing. I know I will when it comes to my plumbing needs.

Thank you again Tim, Greg and Irvin. You guys went the extre mile make taking care of my wife and I. The water heater looking way better then what I had before.

David A.

8/14/2020

Robert showed up to fix a gas leak on our water heater. He was friendly and did good quick work. Thank you very much guys!

David H.

8/17/2021

Core Plumbing is excellent. Very responsive. Toby did a great job walking me thru the issues I was having with my disposal and dishwasher. They will be my go-to for my plumbing needs going forward.

Sal R.

11/04/2020 12:00:00 SA

Great service, very knowledgeable and quick! Id definitely recommend them! In my case they quickly unclligged a drain backing up my kitchen sink.

Kim H.

07/01/2021 12:00:00 SA

We are first time homeowners, and had a washing machine leak the first day that we moved in. It turned out to be a clogged washer drain (also had some clogged tubs). Greg did a wonderful job assessing and fixing the issue. Additionally went above and beyond by re-evaluating for appropriate drainage after the job had been completed by checking for new water leakage after running the washer and tubs. Appreciate his professionalism and capabilities and will certainly call for Core Plumbing the next time we have issues.

Ian M.

10/30/2020

Landscaper found a leak in the plumbing at the house. Core plumbing came out and worked all day in the heat to re-pipe my connection to the street. They worked from 8 until 8 not leaving until the job was done, they even brought in reinforcements to help late in the day to make sure I had water in the house for my small children. The team worked very hard, kept the area they were working in clean and did a great job fixing the plumbing.

Core plumbing replaced the old PVC which cannot withstand the current city water pressure (150 psi!) with copper which can. Even connected copper out to a pressure reducer I had installed for my irrigation. Core plumbing works hard to get the job done and does it right. They are my go to plumbers for any issues.

KC W.

10/18/2018

We've now used Core plumbing for 3 different jobs around our house.
We are SO PLEASED AND SO THANKFUL for their amazing job and attention to detail.
On the first job they did for us, we met Zach and we immediately felt confortable with him, he not only provided quality work but also let the area that he works in clean! If you've worked with different contractors you know how important this is.

Our second job with core was extensive due to a black water leak and thankfully we got Zach again. He made sure he gave us as much Information about the situation that we were facing and we ended up changing the plumbing on all of bathrooms. I chose Him the toilet model that we were looking to get and he found the exact one and even kept one of them in storage for us until the restoration company finished repairing the damage.

When we. José to change the faucets on our whole house, Aaron was our plumber and he gave us his honest and through thoughts and educated us on what needed to be done.

We've been so so happy with this company and we constantly refer them to people.

Caroline V.

01/09/2019 12:00:00 SA

This IS a 5 star company, period!
Thank you Don and Luis
Honesty and craftsmanship. Rare these days!
Ps: don't be afraid to schedule an appointment online, they call you back right away.

Chris O.

5/29/2020

Wow. I got myself into a pickle trying to DIY a fix on my shower faucet and got to ugly-town in no time. Don personally showed up, saved the day, and did it with professionalism, transparency and didn't make me feel like a screwball. Very clear to me that he's FOR his clients and for that, has my highest respect as a service provider.

Stephanie S.

5/23/2020

The employees at Core plumbing are hard workers and Josh came over and fixed my kitchen sink that was backed up. He did everything that needed to be done perfectly. Thank you for your friendly smiles.

Kelli C.

12/16/2020

I'm really disappointed to report that the other negative reviews on here are true. We had a copper water line to the fridge that had a small leak at the fridge junction and called them to refit the line and hook it up for us. Seems like a simple ask, right? Well they refused to do the work unless we also had a new pressure regulator valve put in (because they claimed our water pressure was too high), and made all these other upgrades to our water heater all to the tune of thousands of dollars. Not to mention, our pressure was just under 70psi which according to SD code, you only need a pressure regulator valve if your pressure exceeds 80 psi. They then tried to present all these different levels of package options for the upgrades, (gold, silver, bronze) all of which were thousands of dollars. And at the end offered to just fix the fridge line (which I thought they said they couldn't do without all of those other things?) for $299. We kindly declined and showed them the door. Felt super slimy, was trying to make a sale, and I'm just honestly disappointed that people in this industry feel the need to try and take advantage of people.

Edit for response to Grant. S: Would love for you to review the pressure test they performed, because it is all within city limitations. Also, the fact that only higher priced packages are guaranteed in terms of workmanship shows exactly what kind of business you are operating. Will be gladly taking my business to a superior plumbing service, and encourage everyone in the community to do the same.

Cristian M.

9/22/2020

Had no clue to what plumbing was but with these true professionals explained everything in the most simple way.almost felt like I knew everything once they explained how everything works they awnser all your questions highly recommended

Luke T.

3/16/2021

Needed a toilet replacement. The duo of Greg and Irwin were great. They were here in the allotted timeframe, I received a text when they were in route which was nice. Both were very professional, communicative and friendly. The work they did was great. Greg broke down what was wrong with the old toilet and what could potentially happen if it wasn't replaced and just repaired. He explained all the steps they would have to take to replace the toilet and also gave me great options and tips for selecting a new toilet. I am going to recommend this company to anyone in need of plumbing issues.

Christopher D.

02/08/2021 12:00:00 SA

In September we had a new water heater installed in our garage, by another company. Shortly thereafter, we started hearing (in the house) an occasional banging noise coming from the WH. We initially thought it was water hammer. The original plumber came back 2 times to address the issue, but we were unable to replicate the noise when he was here.
By December the noise became more prolific. After checking the Yelp page for Core Plumbing, I gave them a call and spoke to Don, the owner, about what we were experiencing. He sent out Tim Lewis to investigate the issue. Within a very short time Tim was able to diagnose the problem, and it was extremely serious. The pressure regulator in the SDG&E gas meter was defective, and we were getting unregulated excessive gas pressure. The noise we were hearing from inside the house was a series of gas explosions coming from the WH. (One of the explosions was strong enough to blow the WH vent pipe rain cap totally off the vent pipe on the roof.) I immediately called SDG&E, and Tim explained the issue to them. Within a hour they responded to replace the meter.
The series of explosions were so severe that they destroyed the new WH. Core Plumbing replaced the unit that day.
Tim further advised that our SDG&E meter had not been up to code for close to 20 years. (Another example of SDG&E's failure to maintain infrastructure, insure customer safety.)
Had it not been for Core Plumbing, and Tim Lewis, properly investigating the issue we were experiencing, eventually we would have encountered a major explosion and fire.
Tim and his crew were extremely professional and the new instillation was flawless.
From this point forward, Core Plumbing will be handling any plumbing issues that we may encounter.

David S.

7/19/2021

I don't like leaving reviews. I usually only post reviews if a product or service is surprisingly good or surprisingly bad. In this case, I would have preferred not to post a review at all, but Core Plumbing asked me 5 times for a review - once via text message and 4 times via email over a 5 day period. So here you go. Careful what you ask for.

I had a failed solder joint in the hot water copper pipe running through the wall. When I first noticed the water, I began ripping everything out of the little half bath. It was all pretty ugly and old, anyhow, and I didn't mind remodeling it as part of fixing wherever the water was coming from. I ended up cutting out a chunk of drywall to expose the exact leak. No mystery. Just need to cut out the bad soldering job and solder in some new pipe. I figure a 30 minute job for someone skilled at soldering pipe. Maybe 60 minutes if I do it myself, but I don't do it often enough to feel confident I'd do a good job on something that's going to be sealed up inside a wall for decades to come.

Plumbers are hard to hire right now. Core was the fourth plumber I tried. After waiting almost a week for another plumber to call me back, I was happy when Core could schedule me for the very next day. Then Core had a scheduling problem and had to push the appointment back a day. That's fine. It happens.

Don and his apprentice showed up on time and looked at the problem. I don't know the name of the apprentice, and that's just as well because *none* of this review should reflect badly on the apprentice in any way whatsoever.

Plumbers don't just charge for time and materials anymore, it seems. I miss that kind of billing. Instead, Don comes back with an estimate of $450 for the repair! (Pro tip: When a plumber gives you an estimate it is actually a firm fixed price for the job. Why they call it an estimate is beyond my understanding. You will pay exactly that amount unless something surprises them and they find an excuse to charge you more.) I challenged him as to why it was so much since it seems like such a simple job. He explained that it did not matter how long the job takes. If it's a 20 minute job, then it's $450 for 20 minutes. I was paying for his expertise. I really should have told him to go away, but I also wanted the leak fixed and did not particularly want to do it myself... although in retrospect I should have. Plus, maybe he is also a Yale educated lawyer who argues before the Supreme Court, so $500 to $1000 an hour is a reasonable fee.

OK, so let's see Don's expertise in action! Wait, the apprentice did most of the work. But Don talked a lot. Maybe that is his area of expertise.

We had to shut off the cold water as well as the hot water, even though the leak was only in the hot water pipe and you could fully drain the hot water pipe without bothering with the cold water system at all. But fine, Don has all the expertise.

After the apprentice cut the new pipe, Don reminded him to ream the pipe. It's 2021. That's probably not the best thing to say in front of a homeowner. The politically correct term is to deburr the pipe. Reaming is what you did to me when you charged me $450 for this job.

Don was happy to explain to me that they would be removing TWO couplings! Wow, that sounds like you are simplifying my plumbing system. When I looked at what he had done afterward, it became clear that what they did was to cut out two couplings, an elbow, and two small lengths of pipe, and then replace it with two couplings, an elbow, and two small lengths of pipe. This is not the kind of thing I would have pointed out to the homeowner, but I'm not the expert plumber.

Time to light the torch and solder. Now Don does the work. Apprentices don't solder. He reminds the apprentice, Never point the torch up when you're inside a wall! Sounds like really good advice to me! He had to solder a total of 6 joints: 2 each on the couplings and elbow. By the fifth and sixth solder joints, the torch was pointed up. Then he sprayed some water on the hot solder joints to cool them down and ... Wait, that's what they all tell you Not to do! You're supposed to let the solder joint cool down slowly. If you try to cool it down too fast, it becomes a weak solder joint.

Finally time to turn the water back on. I tried to help but was told my help was not needed. OK, fine. So what was Don doing for the next 10 minutes walking back and forth between my garage and bathrooms? All I can figure is he was trying to get the air out of the lines. But after he left, I went around to all the faucets and each one still had plenty of air that needed to bleed out. I guess maybe getting air out of the lines isn't part of Don's expertise that I was paying for.

They were here for 90 minutes. I just can't believe it. The only thing preventing this from being a one star review is that they actually achieved the desired goal of fixing the leak. But I wouldn't hire Core again.

David J.

12/04/2020 12:00:00 SA

Very happy with the service. It told the guys I needed to prep for an installation of an irrigation system. They explained the options, gave their recommendation, showed me what it would cost, and got right to work installing a pressure regulator, shut-off valve, and fitting for the pvc. They finished within the time they estimated; everything looks good. They were also polite and friendly. Happy customer!

Jasmin H.

9/22/2021

We noticed some water in our cabinets and set up an appointment that night to have a plumber come take a look at it. Joseph arrived bright and early the next morning and was able to provide an immediate fix for us- he installed new pipes and reset our pressure regulator, which is what caused a pipe to burst. Unfortunately, we also learned that there was more damage than we thought. Joseph referred us to a drywall company that would be able to help assess the damage and move forward with repair. He stayed to help answer any questions we had and was super kind and professional. I would HIGHLY recommend Core Plumbing to anyone. Their level of service, knowledge and professionalism was far beyond expectation. I've used other plumbing services before, and none have compared to Core Plumbing. They were exceptionally patient and understanding considering we just found out our minor problem wasn't so minor. Thank you so much!

Jeff Y.

03/04/2021 12:00:00 SA

Awesome service and conversation! Thanks Steve and Miguel! Showed up on short notice and on time, and took care of our drain issues in no time at all.

Lance W.

04/06/2021 12:00:00 SA

Don't go with these guys. Especially without getting a quote ahead of time. They will try to extort you with a hefty fee unless you put a good Yelp review.

Stacie E.

07/11/2021 12:00:00 SA

Core Plumbing
Don, Greg, Cody, Eli, Irvin, and Tony
We cannot say enough good things about Core Plumbing (family owned). The above mentioned were the technicians who worked on our 6-hour job and finished in 1 day. This was not planned but they made it happen on the day of the appointment!
Don had my list of what we wanted done per my scheduling online. It was easy and very professional. I showed him what I wanted done. He wrote up a quote and let him know we needed it done that day. They were going to try but it may take 2 days for the below to happen. I was not happy since I already had all the hardware to install except the water heater which they provided. We agreed on quote.
- Installed Water Heater
- Installed Garbage Disposal
- Installed 2 Master Bathroom Faucets
One van showed up, then another, and another! It looked like we had a water heater emergency, but it was not. And somehow, they pulled Greg, Cody, Eli, Irvin, and Tony together to work on the job.
Greg & Cody on the water heater, Irvin & Eli on the master bathroom faucets which they had to replace piping/angles. Of course, one pipe got really stuck. What a mess. And 1 technician Tony who installed the garbage disposal. I apologize if I got some of the names wrong. There were a lot of technicians working!
I was overly impressed with the professionalism, detailed to their work, cleanliness, and support (teamwork) from one another to get this job done right. They were all trained to follow the companies work ethics and do their jobs 110%. Also, they gave us helpful suggestions on keeping things working for a longer time.
Cleanliness was a big factor I look for with companies. They all wore booties in the house and before detaching the old garbage disposal/faucets they put down a cloth and pan. After they vacuumed/wiped down areas they worked in.
Everything works and is now fixed in one day. Happy household!
Thank you, Core Plumbing Team!
Eastridge Family

Reeta M.

11/12/2018 12:00:00 SA

I was happy with Core plumbing service
They were very prompt in their response. I called them on a weekend and they responded and completed the job in a timely manner

Larry K.

6/29/2021

Grant from Core Plumbing was great to work with and very professional. The company kept me posted by email and text as to their status, before arriving and when they returned with the parts they needed. They provided a new by-pass valve and sediment filter for my existing water softener system, to replace an old one that was leaking. They did a very nice job and cleaned up afterwards. I would use them again.

Frank I.

2/20/2021

I've called on Core Plumbing twice in the past few years and each time, it was a major water leak on a weekend. Both times, they were prompt and were willing to come on a Sunday and once on a Monday of a holiday. They made the diagnosis quickly and provided a plan. They fixed the leak, then helped me get in touch with a restoration company to start to cleaning process and kept in touch and came back to replace a water heater on one of the disasters. All went smoothly. Steve was GREAT and put my mind at ease! Even after the job was done, due to a miscommunication, he was willing to come back and add a pressure gauge on my water intake. I would use them again and again. Definitely a A++ family operation with a great team and operates with integrity. Personally, I'd ask for Steve.

Ali P.

4/20/2021

This was the second plumber to come out and deal with the same issue that the first one took care of. The difference is that CORE PLUMBING fixed the problem this time so it will NEVER HAPPEN AGAIN! They were professional, timely, communicate well, and kind! Joseph was/is amazing! I would highly recommend Core Plumbing to any friends in need of a plumber that gets the job done!

Rob S.

04/02/2018 12:00:00 SA

My hot water tank started to leak on a Sunday night. Grant from Core Plumbing arrived first thing Monday morning and walked me through the necessary steps for all repair/replacements.

He went over all potential costs and everything made sense.

I am more than happy with the work and won't hesitate to use Core Plumbing again should the need arise.

Chris W.

02/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

Elijah was fantastic when installing our water heater when the old one went bad. He was very safe with Covid protocol and wore his mask at all times and boot slips when entering our house. Service was quick and reliable. Very friendly and knowledgeable, highly recommend!

Ofelia B.

3/30/2018

Our water pressure valves, and bathtub cartridge needed reliable plumber to assess, evaluate, fix and finish on a timely manner. Don and his staff are reliable, efficient, and good in communicating in accomplishing what we needed. I highly recommend them for any plumbing project.

Laurie J.

6/14/2021

Core Plumbing was excellent! They showed up on time and ready to work. They came just to fix my garbage disposal and when that was done, they asked if there was anything else I needed help with. They stayed for hours fixing things on my list that needed repair. They were wonderful and I would highly recommend them. What a find! They will be my go to plumber.

Amardeep M.

11/24/2020

We had a problem with the pressure regulator at like 1:30 am and switched the water off as the garage was quite flooded. Water had probably been running from anywhere between 1 - 2 hours. We called Core Plumbing and while they didn't respond immediately, they called me at 7:30 and apologized for not getting back earlier. (no big deal). They came out right away as the water was off and then saw that the regulator that they had installed 11 months ago was at fault. They fixed at no charge and said even though the original warranty was only 6 months, they would get it repaired free of charge. I didn't even have to ask for this to happen.
I've had to call them on three separate occasions for work and they've come out and done a great job every time. They may not be the cheapest people but in all my conversations, they are honest and trustworthy and truly care about customer service.
I would have no hesitation in calling them and am very thankful for the quality of service that they provide.
Keep up the great work guys, I have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone that I know!

Willy C.

6/26/2020

Awesome quick work installing toilet and faucets. Everything went smoothly and prices explained up front. No hiccups at all, super straightforward.

Gary L.

3/19/2018

I made an appt. with Core to diagnose and fix an upstairs bathroom drain leak. This problem was apparent as the ceiling below had blistering paint and drywall from the leakage.

After making the appt. I received text messages and email confirmations for the appointment, plus another notice that David was on his way the day of the appt.

David diagnosed the leak and showed me the problem. They made a bigger hole in the ceiling for repairs and additionally found a previous repair had failed and needed replacement too.

I feel the repair work is quality and should resolve the problem for good. Although I did ask for a leak investigation, I later felt the flat rate charge for that service was too high in this case. Grant called me and we discussed this point. He arranged to have more of the leak detection charge credited to the overall bill.

This extra effort to please me as a customer shows integrity and concern for a long term relationship. I also have rental units, so I need reliable, honest plumbers. I will use Core plumbing again. I am very satisfied with the service.

George H.

11/04/2019 12:00:00 SA

Call them recently for a plumbing issue. They wanted to charge a $250 estimate. I don't believe in paying that much for an estimate. The associate mentioned it was because of their expertise and their knowledge. I was willing to pay for that if they did the repair but they did not even look because they said if we spend 15 minutes talking to you it would cost $60. Pennypinching plumbers are not what I prefer. I contacted CSR, They did not charge me an estimate, they figured out what was wrong pretty quickly, they did the repair and got paid pretty well. That's the way business should be conducted. Overpriced estimates usually mean overpriced repairs. The associates were extremely kind and very respectful, however I did not like their business practices so I went with a different company as I mentioned.

Jamie F.

07/02/2018 12:00:00 SA

Great service.
They have been to our home several times during our remodel and every time showed up on time with a text to let us know they are on the way. They have been very professional, clean and helpful. We'll continue to use them.

Janet P.

05/12/2018 12:00:00 SA

If you are ever in need of a reliable plumber,
don't hesitate to call Core Plumbing . I have known Don for over 10 years, and have recently had the pleasure of having his son Grant help with some plumbing issues.
No job too big or small

Thanks for your devices !

Jordan M.

3/23/2018

Garbage disposal installation.

Zach was really nice and professional, showed up on time and installed the disposal perfectly and quickly. Really transparent and gave me an estimate before he started the job.

In case there are little proplems, Core Plumbing will go out of its way to make it right for you. Excellent customer care.

Charley S.

8/21/2019

These guys are unethical and have horrible customer service. The owner was rude and refused to address our problem or concerns. By not following common sense procedures, they cut out a 3 foot section of the wrong main water supply (they cut mine, not the neighbors), and refused to fix the mistake unless we paid them $600. Since we were at work, they told my 16 year old son if we wanted water restored we would have to pay the money.
We had no water all night, I fixed their mistake, for $9.28, and about 30 minutes the next day. WHY $600? WHY not fix a clear mistake by a Craftsman Plumber. These guys are crooks and total hacks!

David S.

03/04/2021 12:00:00 SA

I had a clogged drain in my kitchen sink and needed it fixed ASAP. Greg and Ricky came to my house and fixed the issue right away and even gave me drain maintenance tips. Thanks guys!

Jo Jo I.

03/03/2021 12:00:00 SA

Great service. They were careful to explain their thoughts on the possible causes of the plumbing problem, the options and costs up front. They wore masks and followed social distancing rules. I would definitely hire them again for future work.

Tony D.

5/30/2019

I've used Core Plumbing for several years including a new installation of a Rinnai tankless water heater. The work was clean and the copper joints were a work of art. Don and Grant responded quickly and resolved any problems that came up.
The nice thing about CORE is that they will get back to you quickly and not let you hang waiting for a response. This is an important feature that I expect from any business that I contact for services. They are my Go To plumbers.

Christopher W.

10/19/2019

Absolutely fantastic. Always do a great job. In fact, they even do a great job even if they don't come to your home. I just called to set up an appointment, as I've used them before and have always been happy. I had an issue with a dishwasher which they referred me to a recommended appliance service company. Since it wasn't a plumbing issue, you'd think that was the end of the call, but instead they took the time to talk about the issue over the phone, and have some great easy tips that might save me a service call and the cost associated with it. Such great service, I can't recommend them enough!

Georgina C F.

11/16/2017

I had a problem with my toilet, they fixed it pretty expensive and they told me that I needed a valve regulator and that would cost me 3 times more to fix it, the plumber messed up with the valve and now every time that I open the faucets explode the water.
I do NOT recommend them.

tanya m.

10/10/2019 12:00:00 SA

Core plumbing came out an hour after my call. Diagnosed the problem and fixed it same day. We had a few others quotes come out and couldn't find the source. Would recommend Core plumbing for any plumbing issues.

Michael P.

5/22/2020

Core plumbing recently determined that we had a slab leak, and rather than going thru a very expensive and time consuming process of trying to find the leak that due to the age of our home (built in 1967) it would be in our best interest to repipe the house and run all the lines thru the attic. This was not an inexpensive option either but in the long run we also believe it to be the best option.
Their work was as professional as I've ever seen, and it was obvious they knew exactly what they were doing. They were always on time and very well organized, and the people they used were very respectful and courteous. I would not hesitate to use them again in the future. Thanks!
Michael P.

suzanne p.

5/13/2021

Core plumbing is the best! I had Tony come out to the house and he was great. He did things the right way, not the quick easy option. He was so helpful. And really went the extra mile!

Lois M.

2/13/2021

Loved that they showed up on time and were masked during their entire service call. Tony and his helper assessed the situation and explained exactly what their course of action would be. They explained that it would be a certain amount to trace the leak and additional amount to make the repair. We agreed to those terms and before they got to work they protected my flooring and furniture, etc. The leak was found and repaired in a timely manner. Cleanup was through. I will definitely call them again if the need should arise.

Amanda R.

4/14/2018

We recently had our home flooded. We called core plumbing and Grant quickly help set into motion of fixing the damage. They referred us to necessary people to start the drying process. When core plumbing came and found where the source of the problem originated from.

We've used core plumbing for other minor problems and they have always been friendly and helpful. We plan on continuing to use Grant and his team and would highly recommend them to anyone needing a plumber.

Leslie R.

11/10/2017 12:00:00 SA

Great communication and fast response from the moment I emailed a request for an appointment. I received an immediate email acknowledging my request and a phone call shortly after coordinating an appointment day and time. Everything was clearly articulated on the phone regarding price and process.
While our job turned out to be more involved with code issues that have to be addressed first, I don't hesitate to recommend CORE plumbing. They know what they are doing and are up front about the work and cost involved. We will be hiring them to complete the first steps of our project and look forward to working with them again!

Barbara G.

02/01/2021 12:00:00 SA

On three different occasions I've required the services of this company, they are very straightforward, nice and respectful, they wear their masks and keep you informed at all times, I won't be calling any other company as this one definitely hits all the marks.

MQ T.

11/28/2020

An honest and wonderful company! We will use them again in the future. Thank you Core Plumbing and crew!!!

Kristine F.

4/23/2021

Tony did a great job on my kitchen faucet. Great customer service and wanting to make sure everything is right. Followed all safety measures.

Joni K.

9/28/2019

Sometimes you buy a house. And sometimes the previous owner believes that he is a plumber when he is actually a biophysicist. In such cases, you call a plumber a lot. We have used Core Plumbing for many jobs, including last night when Zac did an excellent job installing our new dishwasher and fixing a leak/strange plumbing situation under our sink likely caused by the previous owner's plumber-complex. Awesome and efficient. Will call again for sure.

Peter Y.

4/19/2021

We had a tankless water heater installed. Greg and the team did an awesome job. I want to especially call out Greg, who always tried to make sure it was clear everything he was doing - a great communicator/teacher. He consistently took the time to explain how the system worked, what I needed to do to maintain it, and really listened to all of my concerns. He did a fantastic job retrofitting the unit into my garage to my specifications - it was a big job, but he really took the time to make sure every tiny detail was not only done, but done well. I would highly recommend Core plumbing and especially Greg. Thanks very much!

JL A.

01/06/2021 12:00:00 SA

Called Core Plumbing to clear a clogged kitchen sink. They arrive on time and with masks on. Elijah and Steve were friendly, professional, informative, and did a thorough job with the repair and clean up! Prices are fair and come with a guarantee. I highly recommend Core Plumbing.

Jessica W.

3/29/2021

They just came out and gave me an estimate. They were very honest about what I was looking at as far as replacing my sink. I didn't feel like they were trying to talk me into anything, just giving me an honest opinion. If I decide to move forward I know who my plumber will be!! Very knowledgeable and straightforward.

Justin V.

3/29/2021

Ricky absolutely CRUSHED it! Thank you for the extremely speedy and professional service. Would gladly hire again.

E A.

8/28/2019

This review is long overdue. I had an emergency situation last month where my water heater started leaking at 11pm at night. Given our water heater 16 years old and not up to code. We thought we temporarily fixed it but it was still leaking and we were about to leave on a week long vacation. Found a couple referrals on Yelp and decided to go w Core. I'm so grateful I did. They sent me notifications on when Aaron would arrive. Aaron was super helpful and kind. We thought this job would take a couple days but he got it done in a couple hours. A new water heater was installed that was up to code. Wasn't a cheap fix, but it wasn't as expensive as I thought it was gonna be, esp since this was an emergency fix. Also got the online booking discount. Thank you Aaron and Core Plumbing! Highly recommend! Hopefully i can call them for a planned replacement instead of an emergency one... haha

Eve M.

6/16/2020

I called Core Plumbing to check my toilet which was running continually. They did not say a word about their minimum for repairs was $220. The plumber checked my tank and said that it needed a new gasket. I asked how much it would cost and he said $22!!!!, and THEN told me their minimum was $220. I said no thanks, I'd call another plumber, which I, will do, but I want other people to know that these people are crooks. I still had to pay the service charge of $59 and now will have to pay it to someone else as well.

Kyvan N.

06/10/2019 12:00:00 SA

Appreciate:

1. Kind help from Don and Zack.
2. Timely service and honor in keeping their appointment.
3. Calling back within an hour even during the week of Christmas.
4. Zack actually fixing the toilet with a simple chain adjustment
5. Offering plumbing education.

Do not appreciate:

1. Suggestion to change out a $20 valve for $225, especially when knowing that a new flapper was just installed the day prior.
2. Prohibitive quote for $900 to change dual to single shower handle.
3. Getting 5+ emails to leave a review.

Dan V.

03/10/2020 12:00:00 SA

What started as noticing some moisture around the toilet quickly turned into a nightmare due to some poorly installed toilet flanges that had been leaking into the floor for a long time. Luckily I called Core Plumbing.

Tim, Zac, and Grant all came out on separate occasions to get everything back to normal, and I can honestly say I've never met a nicer and more capable group of plumbers. They explained everything clearly along the way and made sure it was all done right, unlike whoever previously installed everything. They were also able to set me up with a really great leak detection company and a restoration company that restored my bathroom to better than it was before.

I highly recommend Core Plumbing and would not hesitate calling them again for all my plumbing needs.

Cheryl O.

03/05/2021 12:00:00 SA

Ricky and Greg were out to check and another issue for me, and helped me with an aging hot water heater as well. They came out today during the set up time, and they took care of everything in a timely, professional manner, yet with a friendly style. They took good care of me, explaining exactly what they needed to do to bring things to code, and cleaned up everything before they left. They were extremely thorough with my original issue, leaving me with the peace of mind that things would be fine after checking all the areas I was worried about. I know who I can call if I should have an issue down the line. I would definitely recommend Core Plumbing, fast, reliable service!!!!

Kathy G.

03/03/2021 12:00:00 SA

Thank you for helping us out with our plumbing issues. We will definitely use Core again. Greg Strejc is very professional, experienced, knowledgeable & courteous. We will recommend Core to friends & family.

Simrat B.

03/02/2021 12:00:00 SA

I absolutely love their Service. Jospeh and Elijah were courteous, respectful and did an amazing job at our home. I would recommend Cote Plumming for all Plumming issues. Jospeh is very knowledgeable and took the time to explain the job being done.

Jonathan L.

5/19/2020

Very long story short, I booked online for a 3-6 PM window on Friday. At 5:45 (fifteen minutes before the window was to end), I called to find out where they were. The owner (?) told me that I had called earlier to cancel (I had NOT). I called BS and he then started apologizing and said he would arrange to come the following week at a very specific time. I told him that I work from home and had a call at that time but could do any other one but that. He said no, that was the ONLY time he could come. When he refused to even try to see if his earlier appt. might switch to the one he had offer me, I said never mind. I ended up finding someone else (via Yelp, thank you!) who showed up exactly on time, after calling ahead to make sure we knew when he would arrive. In short, this guy decided to bail on a Friday afternoon appt. and did the bare minimum to try to salvage his reputation. Well, mission accomplished! You get the vaunted 1 STAR!!! Congrats!

Follow up after first defensive reply.

After reading the sarcastic reply from the owner's son, am even more convinced I dodged a bullet. To anyone reading, I wrote things down EXACTLY as they happened, aside from not going into more detail about how the owner sounded annoyed with me for trying to get a price for the work, since he promised to discount whatever he was going to charge. Without knowing how much it would have cost originally, he could have just charged that much more and then said he was going to take off that same amount. Advice when replying on Yelp as a vendor: if you are going to apologize, do so without any caveats or Yeah, but clarifications. You might have a chance at gaining sympathy. As for having followers, I don't need to have ANY for people to read how this situation occurred. But you can be sure everyone I know in Del Mar/RSF/Carmel Valley will hear about your bailing on the job, followed up by the dismissive reply. Peace, out!

Follow up after SECOND defensive reply.

Here is my last response after another defensive reply from Mr. Thin Skin where he tries to defend his poor behavior and continues to make a bad situation worse:

I am NOT a troll and check out the review I sent to one of your competitors after they did a GREAT job, exactly when they said they would and with no if, ands or buts (spoiler alert: FIVE STARS!!!). I wasn't defaming your business. Your dad was not willing to even TRY to move another appointment for the following Monday, even after admitting his mistake. How is that helpful? I literally told him I was open ANY other time of the day except for the single hour he said he could come. If the situation on Friday was a legitimate mistake, I think he might have at least seen if he could reschedule the earlier call to accommodate before telling me no.

Then instead of trying to follow up to see if I got things resolved, I never heard from you again, UNTIL you go on Yelp and see that there's a negative review. At that point, you write out a pseudo-apology, combined with an insult. Now, I will give you some advice that I doubt you will take: when you find yourself in a ditch, stop digging. If you'd rather keep flinging defensive replies, then please... kindly stop digging.

Christine C.

2/19/2021

Steve was prompt and professional. Got the sink flowing again in no time!

Rebecca R.

2/15/2021

We have used Core Plumbing multiple times in the past, and recently to replace both faucets in our master bathroom. Ricky was great! He followed Covid guidelines, gave us a reasonable price, and replaced both faucets as expeditiously and competently as any plumber out there. As I said, we have used Core Plumbing on many occasions and will continue to do so in the future. Thanks Ricky!

Corrie S.

04/06/2019 12:00:00 SA

We called and talked to Don this morning to get an estimate to come out and remove our toilet and snake the drain. We said we'd like to pay around $250, he immediately said not interested and hung up! How rude can you be? Very unprofessional. Will never recommend this company!!

Unfortunately Grant, the review is very real. My dad called this morning and spoke to Don. When he asked if you could do it for $250 or less, he just said not interested. My dad tried asking him twice why he wasn't interested, and he just said no thanks and hung up on my dad. After reading your other reviews, I certainly wasn't expecting that!

Brian K.

02/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

Ho hum. Another 5 star review. This is the second time we've used Core plumbing because they did such a fine job the first time. Tim, Rickey, and one other gentleman (I'm sorry not to remember his name) did a great job installing a new water heater. Top notch work. No problems at all. Can't recommend them enough. If you want the job done right, Core is the company to call.

Tracey K.

11/10/2020 12:00:00 SA

Service was TOP KNOTCH!!! Don arrived on time, wore his mask, and took care of the job. He also took the time to explain EVERY step, which helped me better understand the process of how my water flows though the pipes and the importance of keeping up with regular maintenance. This made it easier for me, as a first-time homebuyer, to better understand the process. Don had top tier knowledge about the product, which made me more comfortable when conversing him. He answered all of my questions with great detail. He was very friendly and funny. Additionally, he was extremely patient and detailed with all of his responses. I will definitely recommend and use Core Plumbing again! I promise you will not be disappointed. Be blessed!!!!

Jarir F.

09/07/2020 12:00:00 SA

Did an awesome urgent job four months back. My old heater broke and leaked in the garage. Provided a good assessment of the situation and installed a new one in a reasonably short time despite covid.

Nanette L.

11/05/2020 12:00:00 SA

Bernard and Eli were amazing! They came in (with masks!), did an assessment of the entire plumbing system, explained how they were going to resolve the issues..and then straight to work! They were professional, respectful, and just all around great guys! Thanks Bernard and Eli!

Debby L.

07/07/2017 12:00:00 SA

First of all, I always prefer a local business. I found Core Plumbing on Nextdoor and gave them a try for a leaky shower head and a loose toilet. They were extremely professional, confirmed the appt. via a text message. Josh arrived on time and was friendly, professional and carefully explained the issue to me. I'm not sure about how competitive the price is because I didn't get estimates from other companies and luckily have not had a lot of plumbing issues to compare it to. The main thing is Josh fixed it perfectly and everything is back to normal now! Will definitely use this company again.

Kayla B.

09/07/2017 12:00:00 SA

I found core plumbing on yelp, so it's fitting I am
Writing them a review. I scheduled my appointment on the yelp app to! I found a confirmation email in my inbox. Guy showed up did a quick inspection, quoted me, then had taken care of the problem in under 20 minutes. I am not usually a fan of people coming to my house when I am home alone but I was very comfortable. Friendly, quick, and the biking and payment process was super easy because of their systems in place!

Leon E.

1/13/2021

Joseph and his assistant Erwin (forgive me if I misspelled or got the name wrong) arrived early in the afternoon, listened to my explanation about a very clogged kitchen sink drain. They worked tirelessly for quite some time to break up the clog. No luck. It was apparently extremely impacted and it sat quite a ways down the pipeline. They then regrouped, brought in added equipment and continued to attack the clog, which finally gave way as the sun was setting. When the drain was tested a short time later, and the water drained properly, it caused all of us to cheer. They put everything back together, cleaned the entire area and provided welcomed advice about how to prevent it from happening in the future.
I can't say enough about the professionalism and work ethic of these two men. Thank you Core Plumbing for taking care of our plumbing problem. And most importantly for having great employees who know what they're doing and obviously enjoy their work.

Helen K.

06/12/2017 12:00:00 SA

I called Don Saturday afternoon with an issue from my refrigerator ice maker line to the valve. He told me may have a tech free but it would depend on the job they were just getting to. He promised to call me back and did promptly. I had called 3 other plumbers and one of them being a big name company and have yet to hear back from the others. Don did not have a tech available but said he could get someone out first thing Monday morning. We had contained the water so I was fine with the appointment.

They have a text system that ensures confirmation of the appointment. I received a call at 8:30 am the tech was on his way and was greeted by Josh who is the man! He was friendly, courteous and clear about what he was going to be performing. He gave me a quote before any work was started so I was comfortable with the price range and was in and out under the hour. He informed me my water heater was older and talked with me about options there. I will be calling Core with any future issues!

Jennifer B.

4/29/2017

THE BEST!!!! I accidentally dropped my diamond earring from my mother who passed away 7 years ago down my drain tonight while getting ready. Of course I was in a panic! So I called the first people I found on yelp and DON immediately answered the phone at 9:30pm. As a small business they weren't able to come out to see me until Wednesday and instead he walked me through every step of retrieving the earring from the drain. I now have my earring back.

Don was willing to forgo getting paid to help me out tonight and in the end I will recommend him to everyone and use him anytime I need plumbing help no matter the cost!

Thanks again! And my mom thanks you too.

Kevin T.

01/10/2020 12:00:00 SA

These guys are excellent! Solid communication and prompt service.

Amalia B.

01/09/2021 12:00:00 SA

Had a leak in the piping from the water main to the house. I needed an emergency repair and Core Plumbing responded quickly and arrived the next day. Tony & Miguel were friendly, helpful, and professional throughout the whole job, which was large since it involved a lot of trenching and back-breaking work. They even stayed late the first day just so we could have water throughout the house overnight and while they were repairing the pipe the next day. All around an outstanding job by Tony & Miguel! Will definitely keep them on my contacts list.

Fred A.

03/11/2021 12:00:00 SA

Ricky & Tony fixed my problem same day and caught a small gas leak on the way out! Thank you for a job well done! Recommend these guys anytime!!!!

Kathryn P.

10/20/2017

This old house has been serviced by Core Plumbing several times in the past year. The first time Josh identified and corrected a mystery leak and then pointed out the impending problem from a 90# water pressure. He fixed a number of funny upgrades that never fit. Most recently, Guy discovered why the faucet replacement we tried to install wouldn't work and then it did.

Being able to schedule online is great and these men are respectful, skilled and worth every cent.
Great jobs!

Chad W.

03/03/2021 12:00:00 SA

Very professional service. Showed up same day and Greg was very informative on the repairs. I will definitely use them again!!

David K.

5/24/2017

They were able to fit me in on the same day. I had a leaking water pressure regulator and need it to be replaced. Josh came out with one other guy and they were great. They got the job done in half an hour and was very friendly. One other note I want to make is that they do everything digital which makes it very easy to book and get updates on the appointment. Would definitely recommend them.

Holly R.

12/30/2016

Right before a long weekend, we had a major plumbing issue (no water in our house until it was fixed!) We called Core plumbing. They scheduled an appointment for between noon and 4 the next day (confirmed via email and text). At 12:40 that day, we received a text saying Josh from Core was on his way. All great pre-job communication. Josh arrived just a few minutes later. He professionally analyzed the problem, discussed what needed to be done, and conveyed a very reasonable fixed price (no hourly rate, uncertain fee). He said it would take about an hour. 30 minutes later, Josh was done, everything was fixed, and the water was back on! I highly recommend Core.

Jennifer C.

7/28/2020

Core Plumbing was great to work with, explained the work to be done, finished on time, and were very reasonably priced. They went above and beyond to ensure our plumbing system will work great. They were personable, friendly and professional. We will work with them for all of our plumbing needs in the future!

Chris P.

12/22/2020

Joseph with Core Plumbing came out last week and talked about the different work I needed done and some minor repairs, he wore a mask at all times and he gave a quote with explanation. Coming back today he kept me updated on his arrival time, and was able to fix/replace/repair/re-pipe the four or five different odds and ends I needed done around the house. There were no extra charges or surprises and the quality of the work looks clean and good. The areas they worked in around the house were left tidy as well!

Jim C.

12/21/2020

Great company to work. Gave a very competitive quote and did quality work. Steve and Miguel did a slab leak repair that made a bad situation good again. Will definitely use these guys again.

Nichole C.

9/22/2017

Today is the second time I've used core plumbing. Once was to install a water line for the refrigerator. This time to deal with a stoppage of some sort in the drain for the washing machine in the garage.

I like how easy it is to book service, the consistent communication via text and phone call if someone is delayed. Guy gave me a quote for all the potential plumbing pieces that needed to get done today -- resulting in only one getting done -- but I appreciate the transparency. I can't speak to their overall cost vs other companies, but they get the job done and do it well.

S c.

12/11/2020 12:00:00 SA

The Best Plumbers Ever! They are wonderful. They show up on time, do excellent work, and are very personable. This was my 2nd time with Core. They will always be my plumbers.

Tyler W.

06/08/2020 12:00:00 SA

Can not attest to the quality of their work, but the quote they gave me over the phone is absolute daytime robbery! They might do fantastic work, but I wouldn't hire these guys unless you're filthy rich and money is no object!

Hong L.

4/15/2019

Aaron did a great job replacing our old angle stop valves. He was professional, courteous, and timely. Would definitely use again.

Neeva W.

11/25/2020

We are incredibly happy with the work Core Plumbing did. Tony and Joe came out to look at the difficult job of fixing our super wobbly kitchen faucet. They were incredibly friendly (my dog especially loved them) and explained everything very well when laying out our options. They spent many hours fixing the problem and left the area cleaner than it was before they arrived. Highly recommend.

Heather S.

10/28/2018

These guys are awful. All I wanted was a replacement piece for my toilet and to reset the toilets after flooring was put in. They would not, without selling me two min. $200 toilets. Then they offered me a discount right there if I would leave a five star review on yelp (a bribe). Then they sent me an email for a review in which you could not leave anything but a five star review. Just stay away. They are salespeople first and foremost and out for their own interests.

Azeen E.

1/17/2019

Core plumbing is excellent. Fair pricing, reliable, and efficient. I highly recommend their work. Great experience.

Tim K.

08/06/2020 12:00:00 SA

Anthony came to help us out with some piping issues we needed to take care of before installing a diswasher. He not only took the time to walk us through everything but also never made us feel pressured to tack on any additional jobs/services. He worked with us to make sure we got done what we needed to do for a price that worked for us. He also went above and beyond in the speed and quality of work. Really happy with the work Anthony did for us! (He was also sure to wear a mask and had shoe coverings in the house. It's the little things like that that matter!)

Gary M.

09/11/2021 12:00:00 SA

My mother in law is 91 and was having problems with her shower valves. Hot and cold water were mixing when the shower was on and for the most part she could not get hot water when showering. I moved out of state and would normally take care of these problems. I got on line and found Core Plumbing. I called and made an appointment. Technicians Tony Halvorson & Jake Blew showed up early but called me first to confirm it was ok.....a good thing. I asked that they keep me in the loop via cell phone and they went beyond normal efforts to keep me updated. They performed an evaluation of the water system and confirmed the problem was with the shower cartridges. The house was older so if the cores and housings were both bad we would be looking at a pricy fix. Tony said he wouldn't know for sure until he opend up the valves and checked out the valves and cores. That made me a bit nervious but told him to proceed. They were able to replace the cores and install a pressure relief tank on the waterheater to prevent further damage. All for the very reasonable price they first quoted. They confirmed the valve housings were ok and did not need replacing. They could have taken advantage of the situation but didn't! They were very polite and patient with my mother in law and did a great job replacing the cores. My mother in law told me today the showers now work great, plenty of hot water. I would highly recommend Core Plumbing and in particular Tony and Jake. Great guys, execelent customer interaction and great workers!

Kasey B.

10/19/2020

Called core plumbing to help with a clogged drain. Booked an appointment over the weekend for Monday morning. Unfortunately, they had some emergencies and weren't able to come but I was so impressed and thankful they called me on Sunday evening to let me know that they couldn't promise they would be able to make it on Monday. Monday was the best time for me so I wasn't able to use them but I was so impressed with the honesty and great customer service that I will definitely call them again in the future for any plumbing issues.

Cynthia S.

1/29/2019

If I could give Core Plumbing ten stars, I would. I just bought a condo, and it had plumbing issues. Nothing major; just needed a toilet replaced, leaks under the kitchen sink fixed, et al. From the time I contacted Core Plumbing to the finished job, Don and Aaron were fantastic. Always prompt, professional, efficient, but most of all honest! I highly, highly recommend Core for plumbing needs. This company is now in my contact list for future issues I will inevitably have (hopefully, later than sooner!).

Vanessa H.

05/06/2019 12:00:00 SA

We had our 1st appointment with Core Plumbing on Friday and Zach was able to at the top of our appointment window, which is always a plus! He was friendly and knowledgeable and got straight to work and was done within about an hour or so. We ended up having another plumbing issue arise the next day (Saturday) called up core and they scheduled us an appointment for 1st thing Monday morning. Everyone we have dealt with has been super friendly and eager to help, highly recommend :)

Joe F.

10/05/2020 12:00:00 SA

Had to have a old stackable washer/dryer unit taken out and the valves replaces. Have done this twice before. Always a major @#$@%#%ING nightmare. Steve and company were very professional. They were cordial and above all got the job done on time. Thanks again!

Raj R.

7/14/2018

Grant examined all the issues we pointed to him at our home. He explained well about heater replacement, toilet replacement and shower repair. He did not do a thorough analysis of washer dryer issue.

The quote was much more costlier than what i could get with another company with good reviews from my company colleagues.

Thanks, I would have chosen core plumbing if they were more direct regarding answering my queries and competitive quote with whats out there in the market, say lowes for example.

Carly P.

6/24/2020

We had a gas leak and Steve was able to come out first thing in the morning. He inspected the job, gave us a fair quote, and offered to do some routine checks for us and had us all set in just a couple hours. This is the third time we have used Core Plumbing and we are never disappointed!

Katie W.

01/11/2019 12:00:00 SA

Quick online scheduling, prompt arrival and overall professionalism make this team a no brainer. Really impressed with the whole team, process and finished product.

Manuel P.

3/24/2019

We had these guys service our tankless water heater. I couldn't be happier with the convenience of their service. Start to finish was a breeze and their customer service is top notch. Highly recommend their services!! Thanks guys!

Mianne L.

3/18/2017

I first learned about Core Plumbing from friends, then from many positive endorsements on NextDoor. So glad I called to have a pin-hole leak repaired. I initially talked with Grant and Don; both made me feel at ease. Josh Peck repaired the leak and performed a plumbing system check. He was thorough and professional. Appreciated that he took the time to advise on other things, one of which is my water heater... which I will now replace. :)

This company is OUTSTANDING. Thank you, Core Plumbing!

Christine B.

7/31/2018

David was courteous giving me a on my way text about 30 minutes out. When he arrived he gave me his card and was very professional. I spoke to him about the faucet and also asked if he could remove the reverse osmosis system that was installed. He was able to complete both projects though I had only told them I would need the faucet looked at. What really impressed me is David was willing to work on removing both the faucet that would need replacing and the osmosis system while I went out to the store to buy a new faucet. This saved me from having to make another appointment for the install. When I came back from the store he had both items removed and immediately started on the faucet. He has completed the job to my full satisfaction and was very polite/professional. Thank you Core Plumbing!

Elise S.

8/29/2020

Tim was amazing! When we arrived at the appointment for a repair quote for a house my family was in the process of purchasing (house was vacant at the time), we were all shocked to find a large active leak inside! Tim immediately sprang into action by finding the leak, turning off the water and electricity, and calling a remediation company who arrived right away. He diagnosed the leak problem and stayed onsite until everything had been handed over to the remediation company. Core Plumbing was hired for the plumbing repair work. Tim went above and beyond, and I will be hiring this company for all my future plumbing needs!

Monique T.

8/22/2019

I just had Zach come out to my condo to look at a plumbing issue. Unfortunately I won't be able to use these guys because of HOA reasons, but Zach was very professional and kind. He didn't charge me for coming out (unlike other plumbing companies I've used), and was very understanding when I explained why I couldn't use them. If and when I buy a home, I will definitely be using these guys!
Monique T.

Edgar D.

8/21/2019

I wanted to replace a 30-year-old polybutylene water pipe from the street main water line to the house with copper tubing. After several quotes from different plumbing companies, I decided to go with Core Plumbing. Zac from Core Plumbing came on time and started to work right away. He began cutting and removing concrete strips of sidewalk and steps, then digging the trench before laying the piping. Everything went smooth, he even replaced the irrigation valve. I could tell Zac took pride in his work, he has a wealth of knowledge and worked very efficiently. He is a professional and very customer oriented. I highly recommend Zac and Core Plumbing for any plumbing issues.

Majid G.

8/14/2020

Very professional. Steve and Joe spent hours in 97 degree heat making sure everything was perfect with my water heater. Most courteous and professional. Absolutely love these guys.

Max D.

8/13/2018

I appreciate the professionalism of Core Plumbing. Grant was on time, he listened to my concerns and is organized with his work.

Jamie T.

08/11/2020 12:00:00 SA

Tony and Eli from Core Plumbing were terrific. They arrived on time as scheduled. They took the time to explain options along with each option's cost, and discussed pros and cons of bringing certain 20 year-old kitchen up to code (e.g., pressure modulation to preserve expensive fixtures' useful life). They did a couple difficult installations including a water heater expansion tank in a pretty tight area. They went the extra mile to make sure I was satisfied with all installations. Loved that they showed up wearing masks and were very conscious of keeping them on while in the house. Definitely using Core on my new home, too.

Tracy B.

10/25/2018

My contractor recommended Core Plumbing and they exceeded my expectations! They were installing the plumbing for my new sink and did an excellent job. In addition, I had a reverse osmosis system that they felt may leak in the future and they recommended a different system that would be safer. I really appreciated their input with this matter. There was another problem with a new sink part. Instead of trying to make it work, they purchased a new part that worked better. They were also prompt and professional. I would hire them again in a second! Thank you Don and Core plumbing.

Haiyang Y.

4/24/2019

I made an appointment through yelp this morning and Eric came to help me on time. He spent 2 hours of hard work and tried multiple times with different equipments to fish out the clog 15 feet down in the pipe. Great work and thank you for helping.

Dave H.

08/05/2019 12:00:00 SA

Very professional and friendly service with up front pricing. Aaron, our technician, was quick to identify our leak and fix it in a timely manner.
We have definitely found a company we can trust with plumbing needs.

Wendy S.

05/02/2016 12:00:00 SA

I found this place through an app that helps connect you to contractors for house repairs and I was extremely pleased with the work, service, and price. They did a plumbing repair on my faucet for nearly half the price of many of the highly advertised plumbers I called.

Additionally, when they were unavailable for another emergency repair at a different home they were extremely helpful in helping me find another good plumber to do the work.

Jason P.

9/25/2020

Joe was awesome, very timely and professional. He went the extra mile to ensure that we were satisfied as customers. I would highly recommend core plumbing for all future plumbing needs. Excellent job.

Bonnie M.

9/27/2017

Core Plumbing does an amazing job. Easy to book service and technicians arrived on time.
Thank you!

Gary H.

9/22/2017

Excellent and timely service. I made an appointment over the phone, received reminders for my appointment and notification when they were on their way. The technician showed up and diagnosed my water leak (was an appliance issue).

The technician also looked over my my system and found my water heater to be a bit on the aged side, they were able to replace my water heater the same day, overall it was very convenient and this is a business that I feel I can trust, which is important to me.

Jen H.

08/02/2018 12:00:00 SA

I recently noticed a vibration coming from what sounded like our pipes, but I wasn't sure. I quickly booked Core Plumbing on a Tuesday for Thursday between 3pm and 5pm. At 3:01pm, I received a call saying that they were at my house. I explained the problem and the two gentlemen said that it was probably the regulator in need of replacing. They tested the water pressure and sure enough, that was the issue. Within 45 minutes, they had tested the water pressure, replaced the regulator and were on their way. I couldn't have asked for an easier experience, from booking to finish. I can't thank them enough!

Natalie P.

11/06/2018 12:00:00 SA

Don was very helpful when I called and offered to come look at the issue to provide an estimate and solution to the problem. He was quick to respond, very kind, and professional and felt he was someone who truly wanted to help while dealing with a stressful situation. I greatly appreciate his expertise, time, and recommendations!

Erica D.

07/09/2020 12:00:00 SA

Had a water heater issue evaluated and a shower faucet repaired today. My appointment was set up by Don. Elijah and Steve arrived in a timely manner. They explained the issue in an informative and appropriate way including a range of options and pros and cons of each. We had the shower repaired quickly and decided we needed more time to decide on next steps for the water heater. They were respectful of this and not pushy. We will use them again for any future needs. Overall great experience and really good people! Thanks for the service!

Dana G.

05/11/2018 12:00:00 SA

I called Core Plumbing regarding a leak in my ceiling. Don asked some questions and helped me realize over the phone that the issue was not a leaking pipe but our air conditioning/heating unit. So thankful that he took the time to assess the issue over the phone so that I didn't have to pay for a plumber to come out only to then find out I need an AC repair company. Don saved me time and money! Thank you Core Plumbing!

Marcus T.

10/05/2018 12:00:00 SA

Super professional group of men! Aaron keep clear constant communication with me from start to finish. The job was done quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend them!

Jana O.

1/19/2019

Zach from Core Plumbing has been out twice to fix some plumbing issues at our rental - once for a major issue and once for some minor issues. Both times, Zach treated the jobs with the same amount of attention and precision. He is knowledgeable, hardworking and personable. Core Plumbing in general has been very responsive to all of my inquiries. Scheduling is always a breeze and pricing is very reasonable. When I have Core Plumbing come out, I can trust that they will do the job right the first time.

Robert S.

4/23/2014

Very very happy with the quality of work but more importantly the honesty Don and his son extended me. On time, upfront and definitely experts when it comes to what's best for their clients like NOT Glacier Bay products. Nice to be able to trust them entirely. Thumbs up that their truck doesn't hide the fact that they are Bible readers. Looking forward to Core doing my new house right.

Ailene C.

6/21/2018

Made an appointment with Core Plumbing on a Monday pm for a Tuesday am slot . David came to the rescue , had a 9-12 time slot and he came at 10 . Was given a diagnosis and presented with the choices I, it isn't cheap but I think it's fair for the work required . Had a clogged drain likely due to grease and grime over the years . I thought I could easily clean off the pipes taking them apart and using the plunger till my arms ache - it only helped for a short while still the drain backed up . If I was wiser I should have just called David and less the hassle of me trying to do it on my own

Lyn L.

12/28/2018

Core plumbing is great!!!i was so stressed about my shower not working right, water going behind the wall, I spoke with don and hunderstood the issue. David arrived, diagnosed it and fixed my plumbing issue. He took care of it and was fast. They are honest . They can be trusted to do the job right and not charge excessive fees. Thank you core plumbing!!! Months later had a garbage disposal issue thank you core plumbing Aaron helped troubleshoot. Ty so much!

Garrick V.

1/26/2016

I initially reached out for quotes from 4-5 of the top-rated Yelp plumbers in the area and didn't get a single response back. Called Don from Core on a Monday afternoon and by Tuesday I had a thermal expansion tank installed protecting our new hot water heater. Got an accurate estimate and the work was done efficiently and professionally at a fair price.

They use a convenient app (HouseCall) to confirm your appointment, text to let you know when you're enroute, and for payment. Hopefully, you don't need a plumber too often, but nice to know there are good ones like Core around when you need them.

Sandi R.

02/02/2018 12:00:00 SA

These guys are very professional, reliable, and extremely efficient. The customer service is amazing and they are very tech savvy. I use them for my properties and have had no problems at all. Once in a while they mix up with the schedule but that happens sometimes and they rectify it immediately. Nice to work with a reliable company.

Ricky R.

3/27/2018

These guys are great! Had them come out to the house to fix some toilet and water pressure issues. Very professional and courteous and quoted me a fair price. I would not hesitate to call them again for any plumbing issues. Highly recommended!

Teresa B.

12/01/2017 12:00:00 SA

I was happy to see all the great reviews. We had a toilet clog and needed someone that day. I called in the morning and got an appointment for later that day. They do have online booking, which is nice. Josh was very nice and looked at our issue. Josh found out that the clog had corrected itself so he just charged us the $59 service call. His honesty was nice. My issue was that they charge $585 dollars to remove a toilet to snake the main line if you don't have a cleanout at ground level. I have had my main line worked on twice before and I don't remember anyone charging anything very significant for removing the toilet. I called around today and found two other plumbing companies. One charges $85 to remove the toilet for snaking and the other has a flat fee of $275 for toilet and snaking combined.

Stephanie R.

12/18/2018

Opened up Yelp. Core came up first. 100's of reviews and the majority excellent. (I can spot a bunk review-someone always gotta be a b____.) I chose the 'Book an appointment online' option and entered approximately 4 pieces of information and had Zach at my door in an hour. That's freakin convenience right there, people. More importantly, Zach seemed knowledgeable, confident and completed the snake job in about an hour. He expressed grave concerns about our hot water heater and water pressures which he checks at every visit as a safety courtesy. I am hopeful my spouse partner will agree to having that assessed at another time. Until then, thanks, Core, for the great first impression.

Michelle M.

8/17/2018

The guys are great! I am a realtor and needed help with some plumbing repairs on a house for a buyer. Grant immediately answered my phone call and was more than happy to look over our inspection report and give us a fair quote on repairs. I'm very impressed with these guys and would recommend them to everyone!

JULIE B.

5/28/2019

Awesome work and customer service!!! Saw there ad on FB and went to their website where I was able to make an online appointment for the next day. The reservation was between 9-12. Luis showed up right at 9am he was polite and professional, explained everything to me in detail and provided me with options. I would use them again in a heartbeat!!!

Pat W.

4/22/2018

Had Core Plumbing come out and install a new toilet (and remove the existing). Experience was smooth, from my initial conversation with Don, to the actual work performed. They were able to do same-day installation and arrive within their promised time window. Communication was great throughout - their system sends automated messages to confirm appointments and inform you when they're on their way. David and Barak were very efficient and did a great job and were very professional. Toilet and installation looks great. The one-year warranty gives me piece of mind as well. Thanks!

Dane F.

5/17/2019

Tim and his apprentice showed up early, diagnosed the problem and couldn't have been more friendly. Thank you.

Nam H.

9/21/2017

Beware! Scammers! Quoted $890 to replace a leaky faucet. $200 for the faucet and the rest for labor. When asked to itemize the quote, they said 'oh we have to turn off the valve to replace the faucet and that takes alot of time'... 'Then we have to drain the water before working on it, and we have to stay on site while it drains'... 'And we have to replace this old valve that is stuck because its 40 years old (the house is 20 yrs old)'. We respond with this valve? (then proceed to turn it off with ease'. After they're flustered oh I dunno how it's all broken down, I'm kind of new here and don't understand how they price things But aren't you the one who gave the estimate? Face palm. Wow.

Mitch M.

10/18/2018

Called Core Plumbing this morning and placed my online appointment for early afternoon. They called back in less than 2 hours (after I had already received confirmation) and said the team could come over sooner. Yes! That's what I was hoping to hear. Arrived, diagnosed my yard leak after explaining what it cost be/could cost! It wasn't the main line (thank God) and they fixed a broken sprinkler joint. They also replaced my pressure value and shutoff, as I had requested at their arrival. They were done in less than 2 hours! Total! Would recommend to anyone! Thank you Core! Well done! FYI - I found Core on Nextdoor.com and used them because of recommendations.

Wendy W.

10/09/2018 12:00:00 SA

On Saturday Sept 29/2018, I called a few plumbers who were referred to me & chose Core Plumbing based on their many 5-star yelp reviews. I left voice messages to all the plumbers not expecting any call backs til Monday. Well, Don responded promptly. He called me then sent me a text message with a link to their list of available dates/times to select from & a space where we could describe our problem. I added that I wanted to do the annual maintenance on my tankless hot water heater too. I was lucky & I got the appointment I wanted...first thing Monday morning!
David Torres was the service guy who came to give the estimate. I felt it was a reasonable one so I agreed to have him do the work. He was professional, reliable, efficient, knowledgeable & he has great communication skills. He answered all my questions very satisfactorily. My leak required 2 new replacement parts one of which was unfortunately out of stock locally. David promised to return as soon as my part came in. For my inconvenience, I was offered a discount which I gladly accepted. David returned as promised. He installed the new parts & also cleaned my existing connecting brass nuts that did not need replacing. Yay! No more leaks!

Shannon M.

04/02/2019 12:00:00 SA

These guys were out the SAME day! It was remarkable. They recognized the emergency and were able to address our broken hot water heater ASAP. They were fair, the work they did was top notch and they installed quality equipment to last. Would highly recommend their plumbing services and team!! I called 2 others who either couldn't book, or even call me back right away during work hours. These guys are on it and professional!

Bernardita O.

06/08/2018 12:00:00 SA

I highly recommend this company. Was having a leak on my kitchen sink and they were the only ones who picked up the phone and actually came when they said they would. David did a great job replacing the garbage disposal and making sure all connections were up to code and everything functioned properly. He also spent a significant amount of time checking other plumbing issues around my house and answering all my technical questions. He was so awesome that I have booked him to come replace my water heater and fix all the other stuff wrong with my home's plumbing. This is a professional company that actually cares about the service they provide to their costumers. I will update after all the other work is done. Thanks Core Plumbing for actually doing what you advertise to do!!

Daniel L.

5/31/2018

I had a water main leak, so I made an appointment for this morning 8-9. When David came out, he quickly assessed the problem and gave me a quote. We went ahead with the repairs and they werguys were done by 3:00. I will definitely call them for all our plumbing needs. These guys are true professionals, I would absolutely recommend them.

Abigail C.

5/29/2018

The best service! Kitchen faucet was leaking. also needed a new water heater including other things. Zac is professional, friendly and polite. He provided a competitive quote so I chose Core Plumbing. Zac is very knowledgeable and efficient. All his work is great and he is very clean with everything. So pleased. I will definitely contact Core Plumbing for my plumbing needs.

Susan B.

11/24/2020

They used to be great - I had four positive experiences with their previous employee, Zach. But this time, I'd called for service on a refrigerator walk valve that needed replacement. On the day they were scheduled to arrive, I got a call 90 minutes prior that they couldn't come because I wasn't in their service area. Huh?!? I'd had them in my home for four prior jobs and spent thousands of dollars with them. They explained they were overbooked and that in the past, they'd made an exception for service area that they'd never mentioned to me. It sure looks like on Yelp and their website that they cover San Diego, so Hillcrest seems like it should count. The owner came out to estimate the repair project. I didn't go with Core Plumbing this time because of the frustration. I wound up with a totally fine fix for 1/4 of the price. Don't know what's happened to their previous stellar service and sorry that Zach no longer works for them. I shifted this from a 5 start to 3 stars because it really was an unpleasant and unexpected experience to be told I couldn't get service and being quoted so much more than the fix I got. Big bummer.

Mimi W.

01/05/2018 12:00:00 SA

These guys are great. Very efficient. I booked an appointment online and got a confirmation right away. David was my service guy and helped me with my clogged drain in the kitchen. I decided to do the jet cleaning with my drain because there was too much grease and I tried snaking it myself and it wouldn't work. I got a small discount for booking online and I am by far very happy with their service, especially how quick they can come out. Thank you!

Akira H.

9/27/2017

Guy installed a whole-home water filtration and water softener system in our garage. Because the bottom 12 of the wall is concrete that juts a few inches into the garage, and because the system must be secured to the wall, he had to build a shelf to put the system on. He also replaced our pressure regulator and a few shut-off valves that were badly corroded. Guy worked quickly, left the job site spotless, and charged a fair price. I'd definitely hire Guy again!

Candace P.

3/17/2018

I called at 5:00 and expected to get a voicemail to leave a message but Don answered. I explained that another plumber had completely screwed up on our master bathroom remodel and put the drain in the wrong location for our new and very expensive claw foot tub. He couldn't figure out a solution so he just stopped communicating and never came back, just left us hanging. Don was very helpful and knowledgeable and he was able to direct me to a company that makes the assembly we needed so I can finally get my bathtub plumbed and not have to tear up our newly finished tile. Don gave me great advise for free which I am so grateful for. I would definitely hire Core Plumbing in the future.

R P.

9/28/2017

I truly appreciate conversing with Don and his guidance on handling my water heater situation. He's very professional, friendly, and honest!

David K.

6/26/2018

Grant from Core Plumbing is the man. Rearranged his schedule for the day to come fix a leaky shut off valve. Great, quick work. Fair deal and always professional. A+

Mason G.

09/05/2017 12:00:00 SA

Was prompt and did a good job. Had a shower leak and was fixed in less than an hour. You can go on their website and schedule an appointment on their calendar.

Adina E.

1/30/2018

Josh P was simply amazing! Knowledgeable, straight-forward, honest, kind & great to work with. He skillfully re-installed a horribly installed tankless got water heater & ID'd a problem with the polishing under my sink. Grant knows all ins and outs of permits and graciously took the time to explain all violations of the initial botched job by initial contractor. Expedient in scheduling, repair & follow up! Def in my contacts for all future plumbing needs. Thanks All!!

Peter T.

5/22/2018

I have a problem with Rennai Tankless Water Heater. Don provided the assitance and help other would not. When you have a specific need it is hard to get help. Thank you Don

Brendan M.

11/07/2017 12:00:00 SA

Awesome work by David! On time and extremely efficient! Very informative and trustworthy!

Roland L.

7/29/2017

Grant & his team did an amazing job installing a water-heater for our condo complex. Everything was easy and smooth - we even got text message notifications when they were on the way. If you are looking for the cheapest plumber in town, do not call them. Their craftsmanship and attention to detail far surpassed any other plumber we've had and is well worth the fair price they charge.

James S.

10/16/2018

Saw the positive reviews on Angie's List and gave them a try. Aaron from Core Plumbing replaced all of the old plastic fiber-reinforced tubing on our interior plumbing with braided stainless steel tubing. Also replace several seized old school valves with newer ball valve type. He was really good, came back just to inspect everything, very professional guy. Would definitely recommend them, fair price, good service and quality people.

Andrea U.

04/03/2019 12:00:00 SA

This company is amazing! My shower valve was not working properly and the water would not shut off and just kept running. I sound them through yelp and decided to call. I'm so glad I did. The were able to fit me in the same day I called and fix the problem in a matter of only a few hours. On top of it all, they had a promotion if you book online. The online process was so easy and user friendly, it even showed estimated arrival time frame. They arrived shortly after my request and handled the issue professionally and immediately. Such a relief! I would definitely use them again.

Louis L.

9/28/2017

These guys are awesome had a plumbing issue at camp Trask in Monrovia the boys bathroom kept overflowing toilets clogged up guy Matthews came to the rescue and took care of it right away way to go guy 2 thumbs up.

B K.

05/07/2019 12:00:00 SA

When it comes to communication, these guys are great. They constantly keep you informed as to when they will arrive etc.
Had a tenant who said their toilet was leaking at the base. I usually do my own work but because I was recovering from an accident, I called them because of their stellar ratings on Yelp.
They were to call me with an estimate and they arrived on time as they said they would. It was a newer toilet that as it turned out did not have a leak after all. Anyhow to make a short story long, the plumber called to tell me that both toilets needed to be replaced (one toilet did need replacing due to age and calcification, it was flushing badly) The other toilet was fairly new and not leaking after all. He also said the main line might be plugged even though no sinks nor toilets backed up. In addition he said he thought the water pressure was high in the house and the pressure regulator needed replacement.
The estimate, $2,000....I went to Home Depot, picked up an American Standard toilet, new angle stop and supply tube. For about $200 and an hour or so of my time the job was done. Nothing wrong with the pressure regulator nor the other toilet. Both toilets flushing great, no main line blockage and we don't need a $350 mainline cleanout they were trying to sell us.
It's a shame when folks work so hard for good Yelp ratings and then gamble them away with rip off bids.
Two stars for communication, not for honesty or workmanship that obviously did not happen.

Pam B.

7/26/2017

We had an excellent experience with David & Johnny, our plumbers. It was our first time using Core Plumbing but we will certainly call on them again should a Plumbing need arise. The men were professional, polite and clear in what needed to be done. After our ok, the plumbing issue was resolved in a timely matter. David and Johnny are great ambassadors for Core.

Varin S.

9/21/2018

Had a water leak under the kitchen sink. Scheduled Core Plumbing to come out and take a look. Making an appointment was very easy and they respond very fast.

Zach came out to take a look and provided different tiers of options for fixing the leak. Ranging from just band aid fix to re-doing the entire piping and upgrading the shut off valves, as ours are pretty old. We chose the middle of the tier option.

It's been a couple weeks now since the fix and everything has been working great, no more leaks! With their great craftsmanship, i feel safe and would use their service again.

Rob A.

09/11/2017 12:00:00 SA

I have used Core Plumbing on three different occasions. I could not be happier with their timeliness, efficiency, quality of work, and professionalism. They arrive when they say they will, and the pricing is competitive. Thank you Don, Grant, and David for another great experience.

Cindy C.

5/28/2020

My toilet accidentally overflowed causing water damage to my unit and the neighboring unit. I didn't know a plumber and contacted one recommended to me by another worker on the property. The plumber was from a different company, came out and rebuilt my toilet with new parts, but even after I had the work confirmed by a leak detection company as having NO Leaks, the Restoration company observed the toilet leaking under the tank. This was within 3 weeks of the repairs from a plumber I couldn't find a license number for or on BBB. I did a google search and found Core Plumbing with a BBB rating of A+ and good reviews. The owner, Don, spoke to me over the phone and listened to my situation and status of construction and repairs. He recommended work could be done upon completion of reconstruction. My situation was somewhat unusual and challenging as my neighbor had threatened to sue me over an accident and my being subjected to her emotional and reactive behavior with her writing the HOA and telling them lies. Needless to say, with this stress and the added stress of covid and people coming in and out my unit, it took every ounce of my energy to remain positive and take care of the issues at hand. Core Plumbing/Don and his crew were understanding as I told them not to discuss anything with neighbors. They were professional and knew their craft. Eric took pride in his work and is very ethical and professional. Don made recommendations to assure I would receive the best product and service. Tim and his helper made sure all residents in the building were notified of a possible water shut off and preparing for the return work. Upon removal of the toilet, Don recommended a new flange to assure the new toilet was seated properly as the old one was worn and sunk in. This involved another procedure which included another day to wait and I was without my only toilet overnight. Don and Eric returned the next day and not only did they do a beautiful job installing and testing the product, they took the time to explain the process and answer any questions I had. Because of the sensitivity of my situation to make sure there would be no further leaks, all steps during the process was inspected by owner Don and I learned the difference between real professional plumbers and the first gentleman I used. Don went out of his way going beyond what he was required to do to make sure I was taken care of and felt safe with a new toilet and professional installation. Thank you! I recommended them highly! Plumbing isn't a cheap service and if you need to get plumbing done, it would be best to call the best company and avoid unnecessary costs later! I learned my lesson with the first guy and could have used that money elsewhere. Now I feel comfortable in my home and know if I have any issues whatsoever, I can call Don and have it handled. Core Plumbing - you have won my confidence! Thank you! I have already recommended you to others.

Kelly D.

6/23/2017

Great, prompt service on replacing my nasty, old toilet. Showed up, diagnosed it, and within an hour I had a new toilet! Thank you so much.

Andrea J.

08/08/2018 12:00:00 SA

Outside water leak on Sunday fixed by Zach first thing Monday morning. Thank you for your excellent service Core Plumbing. We will surely call you again.

Sarah M.

1/30/2018

I selected Core Plumbing due to high online reviews and I needed a plumber to visit my newly purchased home quickly due to an appliance delivery that could not be installed completely due to some plumbing issues. Kudos to David Torres for coming to my home, not once or twice, but three times to take care of the issues since the installers would not carry out what their office had indicated they would after he had resolved the basic issues in the kitchen. I will not hesitate in booking an appointment with Core Plumbing and requesting David, and I will certainly recommend them as well!

Stephen L.

01/04/2017 12:00:00 SA

Had to repipe my entire Carmel Mountain house to replace polybutylene with PEX. Called them to fix an initial leak and they were professional but I had to go with another plumber because Core was too busy. That's fine but wanted to have them do the repiping because they know PEX. I called to make an appointment for an estimate but they never picked up the phone. Left a few messages but received no reply.

Found another plumber and he repiped my entire house with PEX in 3 days. This plumber and his team were incredibly professional, fast, and reasonably priced. Unfortunate that Core didn't pick up the phone.

Christie H.

03/09/2015 12:00:00 SA

We've wanted clean water in our home for quite some time. Even after doing a lot of research on the various systems we still weren't sure what was best for our needs. After speaking to Grant we finally got all our questions answered. We had a beautiful water filtration system installed in our home and couldn't be happier. The workmanship was impeccable. We don't have to do a thing...Nothing to change or monitor. It's self cleaning and produces CLEAN tasting water. Because I grow a lot of plants both indoor and out, I asked if a faucet with clean water could be attached to the new filter system so my outdoor plants could benefit as well. They made it happen and now even the plants are starting to lose the yellowish tint caused by chlorine/ hard water deposits.
These guys take pride in what they do. We would recommend them to anyone with any type of plumbing needs.

Dennis B.

07/08/2018 12:00:00 SA

Core Plumbing was responsive, professional, through, and cost effective.
If you are not interested in the specifics, just call Core for help and they will take outstanding care of you. If you want to know specifics, read on...

I scheduled through Don S and he knew all the questions to ask so he could give me a ball park estimate over the phone (although this may not in all cases be possible). His estimate was based on NOT having to run a new 1 1/2 supply line to meet my needs.

David arrived promptly at the agreed date and time. After insuring he understood my desires, he did a through analysis of the capability of my main gas supply line. He confirmed that my request could bet met by using the existing 1 supply line. This resulted in a cost for the service provided that matched Don's over the phone estimate. His analysis also confirmed that I would be able to replace my existing (leaking) water heater as long as I did not exceed the BTU level of the current water heater. This info was very useful as the next day I commenced with the water heater replacement.

David completed the work quickly and cleanly and I could not have been happier with the result.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND CORE PLUMBING!

Barb G.

09/06/2017 12:00:00 SA

It was Labor Day weekend when we came home to water under the floorboards in our home. Every step we took we heard squish, squish and watched as water came up through the seams of the floorboards. We traced it back to the source of the water being either our hot water heater or AC unit. Panicking we hit Yelp! contacting plumbers and HVAC professionals through the message feature of the application.

Don from Core Plumbing was the first to respond. On the other end of the phone was a kind, calming voice. Although he would not be able to help us directly, he provided names and numbers of reputable restoration and HVAC professionals. Don even gave us advice on how the home owners insurance claim process worked, what should be expected and advised us to use our own contractors.

We really appreciated the personal call from Don at Core Plumbing especially given the holiday weekend; he could have just as easily quickly responded to our message saying he couldn't help but he didn't. It's customer service at the level that we look for in a service provider and that we will remember next time we're in need of a plumber.

Roland B.

6/20/2017

Josh came and diagnose my leaky shower faucet. Fixed it with patience and care. Gave me advice about future remodeling to my showers. Thanks for the help and hope to contact when ready to remodel. No more leaks!

Bill H.

6/17/2018

Don and Grant and their crew at Core Plumbing have always done excellent work for me.
They are real pros!

Brian I.

06/05/2018 12:00:00 SA

I had a really bad toilet clog that wouldn't go away after 2 days of trying every DIY unclogging method I could find on the internet. The clog was getting worse and worse, so I decided to call a plumber and found Core Plumbing. They were able to come to my home within a few hours.

The plumber who came, David Torres, was able to fix the clog quickly, explained what was going on, and answered any questions I had. He also gave me advice on prevention and what to do if it happens again.

Professional, worked fast, friendly, and reasonable rates. Would definitely call again.

Victor S.

11/25/2019

The team from Core Plumbing is very professional and friendly. They are very pleasant to work with and did a clean and thorough job with our various projects around the house. They worked really efficiently and did all the jobs in one day when we expected a two day work around. Great job Core Plumbing!

Jessica D.

4/21/2017

Can I give them 10 stars?!!! I am a do it yourself home owner! I have been in every square inch of my house, attic and underneath, and fixed about everything that has been broken or fallen apart. My husband and I did everything we could, but our shower drain would not budge. From plunging, to snaking to drilling this drain, nothing would unclog it! I am so thankful for this company for not only fixing my shower, but not completely over charging us as well. The quote we got from another company was absolutely ridiculous!! This company is not only reasonable in their prices, but it's a small business! Which we love to support as well! Thank you again Core Plumbing! I no longer wade in 5 inches of water as I shower!!! Thank you!!!

Beth O.

02/02/2019 12:00:00 SA

. I appreciate the professionalism and flexibility I was shown. Thank you Don for working with me and thank you Luis for being prompt, professional, thorough , competent, and courteous. Know I'll be seeing you soon for the next phase of work I need and any future plumbing needs.

Austin H.

05/10/2018 12:00:00 SA

I had an active leak at a rental property and called three plumbers until someone understood our time sensitivity and did what they could to squeeze us in between other appointments. The work was done 3 hours later and all is well. Thanks Core for coming so quickly!

Nicole L.

4/25/2017

Grant and Don are amazing! Had an issue with scheduling but they were so accommodating. My water pressure was too high, Don came and installed some new parts. I called him a few days after when I noticed it was taking a long time to get hot water. He told me it was the timer and he helped me fix it and now everything is great again! Thank you

Debbie H.

10/31/2017

Once again stellar,friendly, efficient service. Core Plumbing did an excellent repair for my Mom so when I had a pipe leak in my backyard yesterday I knew who to call. Guy arrived on time first thing this morning. He was friendly helpful and experienced. He did an excellent job on the repair and recommended a pressure relief valve which should help in the future. Thank you to Core Plumbing and especially to Guy!! I highly recommend this company. Debbie H

Charles O.

10/27/2017

Fast service, arrived on time, reasonable cost, would repeat. I think the really great. These guys were professional.

Christine O.

10/05/2017 12:00:00 SA

It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Core Plumbing! They are trustworthy and professional! I am very happy with their services.

Lidia R.

3/26/2018

I usually don't write reviews but I just had to for these guys. I needed a pipe leak repair and Zach (the amazing plumber he is) let me know of some underground problems that I had no idea about. He was wonderful! He obviously knows his stuff and this place is so honest and patient. I didn't know anything about plumbing but they went above and beyond to help me out. Zach was so nice and did his work so quickly.....I seriously can't stress enough how AWESOME this place is. Zach deserves a raise lol this place obviously knows who to hire and has great values. So I would like to say thank you for everything! I will definitely recommend and will be using Zach for anymore plumbing needs.

Ashley R.

9/29/2017

Guy showed up to our house on time and quickly solved our plumbing problems. He was incredibly helpful with a good sense of humor. He is very knowledgeable as well as professional so we will definitely use this company again.

Mayra R.

9/28/2017

Truly THANKFUL for the wonderful service I received. Core Plumbing tech arrived right on time. Guy is a plumbing master, assessed the situation, was very clear, informative and friendly. Guy walked me through the entire process, engaging, courteous and triple checked his work. Great service, friendly and professional worker! I will never use another company, can't say enough but all I will definitely say with out a doubt I will use his service in a heartbeat! Thank you Core Plumbing. I am a satisfied customer.

Cliff S.

3/22/2018

I've used Core for a variety of jobs at our home and at our rental home. Don, Grant, and all of their employees have been involved and all have been helpful, polite, and professional. The work is top-notch, the communication good, and they are always prompt.
The prices are sometimes a bit of a shock, but that is just the nature of plumbing. I did get an estimate for a large job that was at least 15% less than an older estimate from one of the large, local companies, so I think their prices are fair.

Doug J.

9/24/2017

I had a immediate plumbing need. I called five high rated plumbers on Saturday and Don was the only one to call back that day. We made an appointment for Monday and he was able to install our faucets, disposal and water lines to the fridge that day. He made a follow up visit on my request for an unrelated leak at no charge. They provided a great, professional service to us. Thank you.

Jasmine D.

12/12/2016 12:00:00 SA

Called after hours and left a message regarding bathroom sink hot water leak. Grant called the next morning at 8 and was able to schedule me in, yaaaay! So I got the txt that David is on his way, we met at our house and told him the issue. He replaced the system per my request and did an amazing job!!! Now my mom is happy she has hot water! Thank you Core Plumbing!! You are now listed under my BFF!

Jase D.

08/09/2016 12:00:00 SA

I've had 2 very different experiences with Core Plumbing.

The first was fantastic. I had a pipe burst in my ceiling and they were able to fix it in a very short time and was very professional. They even recommended another fantastic shop that did the repairs on the walls, because there was water damage in there as well.

The second could barely be called an experience. More of a game of phone tag with their messaging service. I'm not sure if something has changed since the last time I used their services, or if I just got lucky the first time, but this prompted me to go to yelp and find another local shop who picked up the phone himself and was able to see me same day in order to assess the repairs of another leak in my house.

Audrey C.

2/23/2017

What a stand out company. These guys have been an absolute pleasure to work with. They are a company built on strong morals and values and it shows within every interaction.

Tao Z.

8/15/2018

Was happy to give them a call based on good reviews here. They were very responsive and courteous over the phone. They came look at my faucet on short notice but this was when it started to go downhill. Don was very condescending and said you did a fatal flaw and there must be an angle above you that your house is not flooded. He wouldn't provide further info when I asked for it but rather stick to a very pricey quote for a total replacement. He was not willing to itemize as others have said. Called another plumber who was very transparent and had it fixed with $100 less than what they quoted.

Cyndi J.

12/22/2016

A slow sink was repaired by David Torres, very nice tech, checked everything and gave me an honest diagnosis. This company is quality and their techs are honest and resolve the problem. Great job David!

Ashley U.

4/26/2019

Highly recommend! Top notch service from Luiz who came out quickly multiple times. The customer service is excellent and he has got us patched up without giving us the usual run around or sales pitch I've become accustomed to. A plumber I trust for a great price and thorough service.

Susan H.

4/22/2019

Luis and his team did an excellent and professional job removing our old water heater and installing an outdoor tankless system. They were on time, cleaned up thoroughly, and made sure everything was done correctly and to our satisfaction. Very neat work on all the gas, water and electrical connections. The company motto Dedicated Craftsmen is no exaggeration and it was a pleasure to work with them.

Bob P.

4/17/2019

Great Company with a level of integrity that is rarely found in todays trades ... I highly recommend Core Plumbing .... Thank you again Don for all your help.

Mike S.

12/09/2016 12:00:00 SA

Super professional, and prompt. I had a bathroom sink issue during the night. Called them in the morning and they were fixing it by 10am. Josh Peck responded and did an excellent job. He was friendly, professional and honest. The quote was fair. Very happy with the work and the time it took to complete it. Thanks again.

Nancy B.

1/26/2018

CALL THEM FIRST. This is an awesome company who helps in any way they can. I was so appreciative of owner John's help with my gas line. This is a first rate company who are honest and helpful. I can't recommend them highly enough. If you have having a plumbing problem, Core is the top company. I have dealt with many plumbing contractors over the years and I have never found any company so willing to help. Please save yourself some headaches and call Core Plumbing, you'll be glad you did.

Thank you John from Core Plumbing. We appreciate you and celebrate your excellence.

Tracy G.

1/19/2018

3:00 on a Friday afternoon and we have water leaking from our ceiling-never a good sign. The first plumbing company I called could not be here for a week. I called Core Plumbing and they sent Zach who was here within the hour. He cut through my ceiling and found the leak immediately and had the leak fixed within an hour! Zach explained everything he was doing and was very professional and respectful. Zach even diagnosed WHY the leak occurred and recommended repair to keep it from happening again. Core Plumbing will be my go to plumber from this point on!

Vidya R.

11/30/2016

I got referral for core plumbing from my neighbors on Nextdoor as well as yelp. Got an immediate appointment on calling them, to replace faucets in the house. David showed up at the appointed time, answered all my questions and concerns and did his work in an efficient and clean manner. Very Happy with the work and promptness. Definitely recommended.

Nolan H.

01/11/2019 12:00:00 SA

Our guest room shower diverter was broken. David Torres came and fixed and did not charge us! A very nice gesture that was unexpected and appreciated. I would highly recommend Core Plumbing as they were punctual and professional.

Aaron T.

11/23/2016

I called Core Plumbing to service my water heater after the burner and pilot light failed. Grant was able to order my replacement parts under warranty and Josh took care of the rebuild. While the manufacturer was slow to provide the warranty parts, Core Plumbing performed their services ASAP when everything arrived. Great service on their part!

Jeff H.

3/18/2019

Core Plumbing did a top-notch job rerouting hot water to a faucet after a slab leak. They were helpful and informative throughout the project, from diagnosis through referrals through repair through QA/QC. I would recommend them for any plumbing job as a trustworthy business.

Chasity W.

3/15/2019

Excellent service. Luis did an excellent job. Luis explained the problems I was having with my plumbing and how to prevent problems from happening again. Luis was open to answering all my questions. The gentleman who set up the appointment was extremely helpful. I will definitely call Core Plumbing for my future plumbing needs. Thank you

Ann M.

09/07/2018 12:00:00 SA

Don at core plumbing is very knowledgeable, honest and easy to work with. We called him to come out and check out a leak from our upstairs shower because we heard a drip when the shower was turned on. Before coming out he called me to find out exactly what he was going to be looking at so he could be prepared. Upon speaking to him about it and describing what we were seeing he determined that it wasn't actually a leak but what he called a tick which is perfectly normal. He said he would still be happy to come and look at it but it probably wasn't necessary. I was really impressed by his honesty and knowledge, plan to call him in the future for our plumbing needs! Highly recommend !

Jeff M.

06/08/2017 12:00:00 SA

We bought a fixer upper and immediately had plumbing issues. I had them out the first time to replace my main water supply line valve on the house which broke and a couple hose bibs that were embedded in the stucco. Everything was great and the service was timely and professional.

However, just by turning off my Jones valve, near the meter that too began to leak. I called them back and were very reasonable and gave me a great price to make the second repair. Even though it wasn't their fault the second (extremely old) valve failed, they made sure I was happy with their services and charged much less than they could have. I'd recommend their services.

Alex I.

3/28/2016

Not recommended. I asked for an estimate to fix the toilet and replace a bathroom spout. The guys said the toilet must be replaced and the work alone would cost me $1400!!!! The toilet didn't have any problems to be replaced. No cracks or any type of damage... Go figure.
I found a company that came out and fix it all for $200. I examined the toilet and couldn't see anything that would justify its replacement.

The guys sounded pretty friendly on the phone but the whole experience still left rather negative impression of them.

One advice: shop around and make sure to get at least 2-3 estimates, to avoid paying arm and leg.

Good luck.

Ali G.

12/13/2018

Class act all around! We had a major slab leak that needed immediate attention and had heard about Core Plumbing from friends so we called them. They were extremely helpful, showed up right away, did a complete assessment, educated us on options and gave us a very fair price. We got an estimate from a competitor and it was way more than what Core Plumbing had quoted us. The work was scheduled and done quickly and very high quality. Their team is courteous, friendly, and knowledgeable. They went out of their way to make sure we knew what was needed to be done and did an excellent job of completing it. They even pointed out a couple of minor things, not related to the leak, that should be taken care of and they did them for us. This was not a small leak by any means but they made us feel like it was by taking care of all that needed to be done. I think this all starts with the owner, Don. He is very friendly, reasonable, and truly wants to help his customers and not just try to sell you services. I now have a company to go to with any plumbing need that I have and certainly recommend them to anyone who is looking for a great plumbing company.

Thank you Don and the team for doing a great job!

Peter K.

04/04/2018 12:00:00 SA

I chose these guys because of their great reviews.
I had a leak in my shower. They were polite and professional on the phone. They recommended that I get my own restoration company to deal with the damage rather than go with the one my insurance company would provide. This is where things went wrong. They recommended a restoration company that turned out to be worst recommendation ever.
The restoration company never contacted/coordinated my insurance company, used a contract that had 14 violations according to Contractors State Licensing Board (the regulators of contractors), didn't inform about job/cost changes and ended up charging me through the roof.
I contacted Grant at Core and informed him about the situation, to help mediate a resolution as the restoration company was their recommendation. He was unable/unwilling to to do this. Hence the 1 star rating. Don't use a recommendation from these guys.

Beth B.

9/29/2017

Guy was awesome - friendly and professional and we really appreciated how quickly he fixed 2 of our toilets, and cleaned everything up too before leaving. A cool guy and funny too! We would definitely recommend him to our friends and will call him next time we have a problem.

Daren-Squirrel D.

9/27/2017

Excellent work and even better customer service! Guy Matthews helped with bathroom sinks and a few other plumbing issues. He was friendly, efficient, and got the job done right! Very appreciative of their services and crew!

Ken T.

11/25/2014

Simply awesome. Josh called me fifteen minutes before the four hour window. Starting off with a great experience!

He assessed the garbage disposal replacement and knew what he had to do. Very knowledgeable, trustworthy, and honest. The prices are already in the iPad, so most of the work order's prices are pre-determined for consistency.

The work is spot on -- efficient, quick, and even clean!

I will be raving about this great plumbing serving from now.

Sedat M.

05/07/2016 12:00:00 SA

I had a hot water pipe leak under a slab in the garage and needed to get it fixed asap. I found Core Plumbing through my neighbors recommendations via the Nextdoor app. Don came out and checked out the repair and provided estimates which I thought was honest and reasonable. Don and his crew are very professional and has done an excellent work on our plumbing repair and we are extremely pleased. He has gone an extra mile for us to fix the some unforeseen issues encountered during the repair. I would definitely call him again for any of our future plumbing needs and highly recommend Core Plumbing to everyone. A+++

Noelle V.

11/18/2014

Grant and Josh came to the our home after an emergency and stayed until the job was done. They were professional, friendly, efficient and overall did a great job. Would highly, highly recommend!

I called Don on a Saturday after water started seeping from our walls when my husband turned the shower on. He talked me through what we needed to do and recommended that I make an appointment for Monday.

Grant came to our home earlier than expected (he had called saying he was done with a previous job). He fixed the shower problem in about a 1/2 hour and gave me recommendations for a mold specialist. Then I asked him to look at a water pressure and water heat problem we've been having since we moved in June. This turned out to be more than what we expected and it turned into a half-day job. Grant was great about explaining things to me as he discovered more and more wrong with our water heater, etc. when he had another appointment to go to, he called Josh, who came immediately, who finished the job.

There was also a detailed report generated for our records.

This is my first time using Core Plumbling, however I will return to them when the next pluming issue arises. I cannot recommend them enough!

K M.

05/04/2016 12:00:00 SA

from beginning to end I found this business to be top notch. when I initially called I left a message, Don promptly returned my call and scheduled to come out for an estimate. He texted me when he was en route and showed up on time. He was very friendly and very knowledgeable. This guy really knows his stuff. The cost was average, no complaints there... while we were completing the job in the bathroom he helped out with a water pressure problem we were having in the house and fixed that as well. now I have great water pressure. All the work performed was done professionally and clean, everything works great couldn't be happier I hired this plumber.
would definitely recommend

Bella P.

11/13/2018

They were very quick to respond & booking the appointment was easy. The technician was honest & professional. I would use them again!

Carlos C.

11/10/2016 12:00:00 SA

I've been calling Core Plumbing for a series of plumbing problems, some small, some large (like repiping parts of the house), and they've done a great job every time. All of Core's plumbers who have come out over the years- Don, Josh and David, have all done an excellent job. They are also very responsive to customers needs. I would highly recommend this business.

Richard W.

02/05/2018 12:00:00 SA

What a waste of time. The guys showed up, looked at the faucet and told me they would not work on it. It needed a total replacement. They give me a quote of $850 to replace it. I told them I would like to get a couple of other quotes before I made a decision. I did get other quotes at 50% less.Their quote was ripoff with no description ow they came up with the $850. Be care if you work with them.

Art B.

10/27/2016

Called Core Plumbing to install new drains in the vanities of my two newly remodeled bathrooms. Don showed up, got right to work and wow...what a great install! Looks so clean and professional. Don has obviously been doing this for a while. Thanks Don!

Jeff C.

4/14/2016

Amazing experience with Core! I had three other plumbers come out and then never follow through. Core was there on time, let me know who was coming and fixed the problem I was having and corrected a couple of code issues from the initial plumbing work. I'm so glad I now know a reliable plumbing company!

Mark M.

8/13/2017

I am very impressed with Core Plumbing. I set up an online drain cleaning appointment around 5:30 PM for the following day. Don called at 8:00 on the same day I made the appointment and apologized that due to the type of calls already scheduled for the next day they were unable to make this appointment. He referred me to another company (US Jetting & Drain) that took my call after hours and actually analyzed my situation at around 9:00 PM.

Although Core Plumbng did not perform any work I will definitely use them in the future based on their responsiveness and professionalism. Both Core Plumbing and US Jetting & Drain went beyond my expectations. Keep up the high level of customer service. Nice job!

Dave G.

7/23/2016

These guys were awesome. Everything was perfect from coordinating with Bill and Grant to the work done with Josh and Dominick. My new tankless hot water heater is awesome! Thanks guys!

Melissa I.

8/23/2019

2 leaking toilets. Gave Core a call, came out next day and replaced them. Discovered water heater was leaking too during the visit. Zach came out again the next day to replace that. He was very clean, professional and paid attention to detail. I would definitely recommend them!

Maggie K.

7/20/2017

Amazing service. Had an emergency leak and David was so knowledgeable and helpful. Will always be using Core Plumbing in the future!

Mary M.

07/10/2017 12:00:00 SA

Awesome plumbers..
on time, professional. Would recommend to anyone in need of plumbing services

Maita S.

01/11/2017 12:00:00 SA

Spoke to Don about a possible drain leak. He gave me advice on getting a contractor to open the drywall to expose the pipe. I got a text that David was in route to the house, he texted me when he arrived, he was on time. Fix the broken pipe, was done in less than an hour. Note: they don't charge per hour, they charge per project.
This company is really about making their customer happy and satisfied. Thank you David and Grant for your follow-up!

Linda H.

12/17/2018

Another great experience with Core Plumbing! We've had them out several times to fix smaller leaks and problems since we bought our current house (which came with the original 1973 plumbing). This month, we had a slab leak and decided it was time to replumb the whole house. Don worked through the routing with us, and then David and Zack came out do to the work. Then the rain started, and our travel schedules shifted, and...you get the idea. With so many things in flux, this could have been a nightmare but the entire team at Core is on the ball. David and Zack adapted their work plan so they could stay on schedule despite the storm, and the work they did is excellent. Could not be happier with the way the job came out. Thank you!

John K.

12/17/2018

Very reliable and professional family-owned business. They are always quick to respond and give friendly and honest advice. This time around we used Core Plumbing to help with a slow leak with the water supply line to the upstairs toilet. Aaron came out at the promised time and fixed the leak in a quick and professional manner. He also provided insight on the possible causes and provided additional long-term solutions to avoid future leaks. We will continue to use this first-rate company and we highly recommend that you give them a try.

M H.

05/08/2018 12:00:00 SA

I called Don and an hour later he was at my house helping me fix a leaky hose bib and investigating poor water pressure from my shower. He fixed them both and was on his way with a smile. So pleasant! He's staying in my phone as my go-to plumber from now on.

Bob S.

5/15/2019

Fast response, easy online booking (you can see the available days and time), very convenient. Came on time. Fix my problem in minutes. Best experience. I highly recommend them.

Eva B.

11/17/2018

Core Plumbing was recommended by a friend and I would definitely use them again. We had a pipe that was leaking in our garage. They came out right away, diagnosed the problem and within an hour they had fixed it.

Dr. Elizabeth T.

7/18/2018

Kind and helpful from the start, they came within a day to hook up my washer and dryer as I recently moved.

Jesica L.

12/09/2013 12:00:00 SA

I needed a new kitchen faucet since it was leaking underneath the sink and Grant just left my apartment with a brand new one that is shiny and in perfect condition! I am so happy with his service. I just wish I found him sooner.

Here's what separates him from his competition:

1. He comes when he says he will come. Timeliness is key. I called another plumber and I waited for him all day only to have him come the following day and I was stuck with a stopped up kitchen sink for 1.5 days.

2. He is friendly and personable. I genuinely enjoyed chatting with him. The last plumber reprimanded me for using the garbage disposal and seemed grumpy to be doing his job. Not a pleasant experience.

3. He knows what he is doing and is very thorough. With 8 years of experience he isn't some hack that just sucks out kitchen drains. He took his time, explaining what he was doing and why (since I asked) and put everything away from under the kitchen sink and rolled up his canvas mat with no extra mess. The last plumber didn't clean up after himself and left everything under the sink out for me to put away.

I am a very satisfied customer and will be using him again for all of my plumbing needs. I just wish I didn't waste my time with someone less reputable!

Ramesh P.

07/07/2018 12:00:00 SA

Awesome service!! Zac was very helpful and timely. Very responsive!! Highly recommend this company

Janine L.

4/14/2019

When ever I have had any plumbing issues, Core Plumbing is the only company I will ever trust to make the repairs. I have been a customer of Core Plumbing for several years now. I have always been very pleased with their work. Excellent work, always professional, awesome customer service, what more can I say? Core Plumbing is the best!

Rick K.

04/12/2019 12:00:00 SA

Have used Core Plumbing a number of times over the years so called them again when water leak was discovered in wall. They assigned the job to Aaron who came out to the house quickly. He repaired the pipe and a related issue. Was professional, neat, did an excellent job!

jade z.

10/16/2018

I had a broken shower knob on Sunday and I was able to schedule service quickly. I really liked the scheduling function on their website: easy and able to see all available dates/times to fit my schedule. The team arrived to fix the issue was professional and knowledgeable. Thank you for getting the job done.

Robert C.

04/09/2019 12:00:00 SA

Service was excellent, prompt, and courteous. I called Core Plumbing in the morning to have a leaking pipe repaired and the plumber arrived on time in the early afternoon to complete the work. Core kept me updated by text message after the appointment was scheduled including a text right before the plumber arrived. The only reason I didn't give a 5 star review is that I think that the pricing is a bit on the high side for the work performed. I would say that the pricing is consistent with competitors such as Bill Howe plumbing and Anderson Plumbing both of who I have hired in the past for plumbing repairs.

Aria A.

04/07/2017 12:00:00 SA

I've used Core Plumbing twice, now. Once to fix a frozen water valve and once to fix both my garbage disposal and a leaking hose bib. Both visits I was very impressed. Prompt, polite, friendly, reasonably priced (even fixed my disposal for free), and quick to complete work. They've won a loyal customer!

Paul S.

7/29/2017

Core Plumbing was outstanding from the get-go. Here are the highlights:

- When I first reached out to Core Plumbing, after normal working hours, they contacted me that same evening to discuss my project.

- Don showed up on time for the appointment to walk and discuss the project site. Don is an incredibly professional and courteous man, who took the time to answer my questions and discuss various options for my project.

- Don provided me quote, when he said he would provide me a quote; and again took the time to discuss details.

- When I decided to go with Core Plumbing for the job, I told Don that I would have to leave my house early on the day they were to start the work; so Don worked with my schedule, and showed up on time to accommodate me!!!

- Due to the size and nature of the project, it was a two-day job. When Core Plumbing was done with the job, they left the worksite in a clean condition (can't say that about many contractors).

- I am extremely happy with the Quality of workmanship; the Quality was outstanding.

I currently have variety of projects I am working on, and have had contractors who don't answer their phones after failing to show on time, showing up hours late with excuses, or simply not showing up at all. It is refreshing to work with a Professional like Core Plumbing that treats their customers' time with respect.

I work in the business of Quality Assurance; so, Quality is extremely important to me. There is nothing more upsetting to me than do see a job done poorly, with sub-standard materials and workmanship. As such, I would only recommend a professional who puts the time and effort into their product, demonstrating the love for their craft and their desire to provide a good service to their customers. Core Plumbing is one of those Professional outfits.

Core Plumbing is a Professional company that provides both reliable service and Quality of workmanship. I highly recommend them for all of your plumbing projects.

Leo H.

07/03/2017 12:00:00 SA

Josh peck of Core Plumbing was Outstanding! Quick to diagnose problems, foresee any additional issues that could arise during completion of a project. He was an awesome expert at resolving any issues we had on 3 separate occasions. Not only was he professional in his work, but also made us feel that he was a personal friend and was here to truly help and to answer any questions. Josh also made great recommendations for plumbing fixtures and water heaters.
THIS is the GUY you want doing your plumbing------ done right the first time with enthusiasm and a caring attitude!
Leo and Charlene Hayes. Poway

Scott H.

05/07/2018 12:00:00 SA

I called Sunday about a hot water heater that broke late Saturday night. The phone was answered by Don (in person, not a service). He gave me the information that I needed and was able to schedule an appointment for Monday while I was on the phone. They have an automated system for keeping you up to date and letting you know which technician will be arriving and when. David did the install and was prompt, efficient and neat. All around an excellent service experience.

Michelle L.

8/20/2015

Such as horrible company!!! they don't have credit at all. They gave me a quote in writing to tell me that out of the door price for doing a dryer vent is $350 and plus $12.50 service fee. So, I schedule an appointment with them for 2 weeks later to do the job. The day before they come in for installation, they told me they are going to increase the price for another $135 for the price of material. But when they quoted me, they said the material is already included in the price. And suddenly, they just changed their words and keep finding excuses for increasing the price. They are so horrible, and no credit at all!!!

To response your reply:
1. You never told me this is a discount. You never gave us any discount in the first place. And initially you quoted us for $250, and later on you changed your price to $350 because you said you need to add on the material.
2. Two weeks ago, I told you we were just going to do the dryer vent only. I double confirmed with you about the price. At that time, you still told me it's $350 +$12.5 service fee. I have the invoice to prove it. If you think you need to charge more because we are doing the dryer vent only, you should have told us the final price 2 weeks ago. But not at the last minute.

You are just trying to rob us off at the last minutes. That's all. This company has a such bad reputation and low credibility. Very very untrustworthy at all!!!!

Jameson R.

12/04/2017 12:00:00 SA

We had an excellent experience with Core Plumbing! They came same day, were super helpful, polite and worked quickly!

Brian S.

6/29/2018

Immediate response, wonderful communication, fast, friendly service and an excellent job at far less than non-local businesses. So refreshing to find an honest company without the inevitable up-sell. Many thanks, gentlemen.

Carole G.

12/21/2016

Great timely service. Same day service when I called this morning for slow drains. David came by right when he said he would and fixed all our plumbing issues.

Thank you Core Plumbing!

Alli W.

2/16/2016

WONDERFUL. AMAZING. FANTASTIC. I can not say enough good things about this company. Family owned and you can really see it. I have used them 3 separate times now and each time I am more impressed. They are always on time and have an awesome electronic system that alerts you through text and email when they are on their way. I have encountered 5 different employees, including the owner which was accompanying his apprentice. Every single employee was knowledgable, quick, and most importantly HONEST. I will be a customer for life.

Christine R.

6/14/2018

Great company! My tenant called in the evening to alert me to a leak around the base of the toilet. Ughh! I was able to schedule an appointment with Core Plumbing for the very next day. Grant came out to my condo in Scripps Ranch while my tenant was there and he explained everything that needed to be done and gave me suggestions and options but never gave me a high-pressure sales pitch. Everything he said made sense and I went with his suggestions. He was able to replace the toilet and the water valve the same day even though this was all happening in the late afternoon. Grant was very nice and pleasant to do business with. Grant turned what could have been a nightmare scenario into an easily resolved problem and now there is no problem. What a relief! They are my plumbing company now for any plumbing needs at my condo. I would recommend Core Plumbing to anyone. They are fair, courteous, prompt, and easy to work with. Thank you, Grant and Core Plumbing

Rob R.

6/14/2018

Zach was on time, courteous, competent and just a gentleman. He reviewed the situation, explained what and why he recommended, provided an estimate of $$ and time, and was right on. Good. clean installation - very pleased and will call Core Plumbing again. Thank you for your professionalism!

Jennifer S.

6/13/2018

Core plumbing was able to schedule me the same day and fix two toilets. David Torres is very professional, knowledgeable and does great work. I highly recommend this company.

Thomas K.

06/04/2018 12:00:00 SA

Fantastic service by David Torres! Friendly and explained well what needed to be done, and delivered high quality workmanship.

Wade M.

11/22/2018

They did an excellent job replacing my leaky kitchen faucet. I liked how they clearly presented several different service options and pricing. This helped me decide to have them replace some under sink piping which wasn't installed at the correct angle by the last plumber. Would definitely use again.

Amy G.

11/19/2018

Core Plumbing installed a new kitchen faucet in the home we rent. We had friendly, excellent service, a quick install, and an easy transaction from beginning to end. They arrived within the window given, and were professional to work with the entire time. Highly recommend and will definitely use them again.

Rosanne F.

11/14/2018

I highly recommend Core Plumbing. We had been using them for minor repairs for a few years, then we had a major leak in our garage and they came out immediately, isolated the issue and helped us with the repairs and getting a restoration team in. They really were a godsend. Don is so knowledgeable, honest and a joy to work with. In fact, the entire team is wonderful (Don, Grant, Zach, Aaron). When we needed to repipe our entire house, we chose Core. I am so glad that we did. They are honest, hard working and simply awesome! I was really worried about the stress and mess from a repipe but they did an amazing job and they left everything immaculately clean. Lastly, they finished when they said they would. They may not be the least expensive option, but I guarantee they are totally worth it. They do high quality work and they are the nicest people.

KEVIN F.

08/12/2011 12:00:00 SA

Core Plumbing = worry-free home

Ever had confidence in your plumber before? Until I called Core Plumbing I had never experienced that don't worry, I've got this handled feeling from my plumber. Before now - I always felt like I had to supervise my plumber. Now, when I call Don, I know things will get fixed right, and I TRUST him! Great service, clean, friendly, punctual, and meticulous about their work.

Give Core Plumbing a call - and rest easy. They'll handle things right and earn your TRUST too.

Thanks Don!

Gabe M.

05/08/2014 12:00:00 SA

Grant came out today and installed a new garbage disposal. When I hit home from work I had totally forgot he had come over. There was no mess just a perfect job completed. I highly recommend this company!!!

Prashant S.

10/31/2018

Online scheduling is a breeze, and couple of times we have used them, they are always on time. The have professional demeanor, and I am quite satisfied with their quality of work. I would highly recommend Core Plumbing, and would use them again.

Daniel D.

10/20/2015

Excellent customer service. Super friendly. On time. And great communication and work. Highly recommend.

Garrett B.

12/28/2017

Love their text confirmations, very efficient and easy to schedule. We've used them a few times and have every time been very friendly and got the job done. They made a mistake and immediately sent someone else out to fix it at no additional cost. Top notch!

Sean W.

10/18/2018

I had bathtub and toilet leaks suddenly almost at the same time, was very annoyed by it. Called a few companies but only core Plumbing can cone on the sane day. Aaron & Zack showed up on time, they were very professional and patient, answered all my questions during the process, now my bathtub and toilet are like new, I'm really happy about it.

Joji D.

4/22/2018

I am glad we called Core Plumbing to take care of our water heater. Grant came over the same day we called them. He explained to us what needs to be done. They were very professional. The work was done in 2 days. No more Home Depot or Lowe's for us.

Joe C.

12/07/2017 12:00:00 SA

Called today for a repair on my water heater. Dealt with Grant. He was 100% professional and informative with the whole process. Would recommend. Great service!!!

Lynn S.

9/24/2018

We've used Core Plumbing for several years. Very happy with everything about them. Highly recommended!

Rebecca M.

11/29/2017

We've had Core Plumbing out a few times over the last 18 months. They have installed a new kitchen sink/faucet/disposal, addressed a leak in our bathroom, installed a new expansion tank, and most recently replaced our hot water heater. We've worked with Josh, Don and Grant - all very friendly and professional. They've also been extremely responsive when we've had issues that needed to be addressed right away. Highly recommend!

Heather W.

5/23/2017

We noticed a leak under our kitchen sink late in the afternoon on Saturday. We panicked a bit and ended up calling Core. They answered and said that since it was a slow leak to put a pan underneath and they would send out a crew early in the week. Today, Josh and Johnny came out and took care of us. They replaced our broken disposal (the cause of the leak). They were timely, cleanly and most importantly, knowledgeable. I'd absolutely use them again.

Matt G.

11/03/2015 12:00:00 SA

These guys are the most courteous and professional plumbers I've ever had. They helped me with my kitchen and bathroom, and even gave me lots of suggestions that saved me money on the job, instead of just trying to charge me for as much as possible.

Nachum R.

10/29/2015

Awesome friendly technicians, great customer service, quality work for a reasonable price, what more can you ask for! I have been exclusively using and referring core plumbing for a while now and the feedback is always the same. My clients are happy and grateful to work with a family owned company that cares about their clients and takes pride in their work. From technician josh peck to the owner, Grant you will not find a friendlier crew. Go ahead and use CORE PLUMBING. They are the best around in my humble opinion.

Eric M.

2/25/2016

Great service and excellent work. I chose this company specifically because they are craftsman and had better pricing than the large overhead companies. I had two phases of work for my backyard patio work - 1) Install natural gas line from meter to outdoor fireplace and to our new BBQ island and 2) Install natural gas line in BBQ island and connect water and drain to the sink. Both phases was completed efficiently and without any issues. They kept the jobsite clean and worked diligently until the project was complete. I will be using them again for future work. I give Core Plumbing my highest recommendation.

Jim D.

7/25/2018

Called Core last night and scheduled appointment for this morning to repair a leaking shower head/pipe. David came out on schedule and completed the work quickly and professionally. Will be happy to use Core again.

Chad S.

9/30/2017

I called Core Plumbing because I believed we had a leak at our house but wanted to be sure. Don came that day and ran several tests to let me know that there was indeed a leak. Don was very thorough and explained everything time. It was very much appreciated. He also went over several options that could fix the issue. I will continue to use Core Plumbing for any of my plumbing needs and will tell anyone looking for a plumber to use them. Very happy with their help and service.

Joji D.

4/22/2018

I am glad we called Core Plumbing to take care of our water heater. Grant came over the same day we called them. He explained to us what needs to be done. They were very professional. The work was done in 2 days. No more Home Depot or Lowe's for us.

Joe C.

12/07/2017 12:00:00 SA

Called today for a repair on my water heater. Dealt with Grant. He was 100% professional and informative with the whole process. Would recommend. Great service!!!

Lynn S.

9/24/2018

We've used Core Plumbing for several years. Very happy with everything about them. Highly recommended!

Rebecca M.

11/29/2017

We've had Core Plumbing out a few times over the last 18 months. They have installed a new kitchen sink/faucet/disposal, addressed a leak in our bathroom, installed a new expansion tank, and most recently replaced our hot water heater. We've worked with Josh, Don and Grant - all very friendly and professional. They've also been extremely responsive when we've had issues that needed to be addressed right away. Highly recommend!

Heather W.

5/23/2017

We noticed a leak under our kitchen sink late in the afternoon on Saturday. We panicked a bit and ended up calling Core. They answered and said that since it was a slow leak to put a pan underneath and they would send out a crew early in the week. Today, Josh and Johnny came out and took care of us. They replaced our broken disposal (the cause of the leak). They were timely, cleanly and most importantly, knowledgeable. I'd absolutely use them again.

Matt G.

11/03/2015 12:00:00 SA

These guys are the most courteous and professional plumbers I've ever had. They helped me with my kitchen and bathroom, and even gave me lots of suggestions that saved me money on the job, instead of just trying to charge me for as much as possible.

Nachum R.

10/29/2015

Awesome friendly technicians, great customer service, quality work for a reasonable price, what more can you ask for! I have been exclusively using and referring core plumbing for a while now and the feedback is always the same. My clients are happy and grateful to work with a family owned company that cares about their clients and takes pride in their work. From technician josh peck to the owner, Grant you will not find a friendlier crew. Go ahead and use CORE PLUMBING. They are the best around in my humble opinion.

Eric M.

2/25/2016

Great service and excellent work. I chose this company specifically because they are craftsman and had better pricing than the large overhead companies. I had two phases of work for my backyard patio work - 1) Install natural gas line from meter to outdoor fireplace and to our new BBQ island and 2) Install natural gas line in BBQ island and connect water and drain to the sink. Both phases was completed efficiently and without any issues. They kept the jobsite clean and worked diligently until the project was complete. I will be using them again for future work. I give Core Plumbing my highest recommendation.

Jim D.

7/25/2018

Called Core last night and scheduled appointment for this morning to repair a leaking shower head/pipe. David came out on schedule and completed the work quickly and professionally. Will be happy to use Core again.

Chad S.

9/30/2017

I called Core Plumbing because I believed we had a leak at our house but wanted to be sure. Don came that day and ran several tests to let me know that there was indeed a leak. Don was very thorough and explained everything time. It was very much appreciated. He also went over several options that could fix the issue. I will continue to use Core Plumbing for any of my plumbing needs and will tell anyone looking for a plumber to use them. Very happy with their help and service.

Jonathan M.

6/19/2018

Don knows his business and provided recommendations on new toilets. We replaced our standard toilets with comfort height ones. In addition to installing the toilets, David Torres assessed and repaired our plumbing problem under the kitchen sink. Dave was nice and courteous, respectful of the property, informative, and clean; making sure everything in the bathrooms and kitchen were left in the condition he found them. This is the second time Core Plumbing has been to our property. The job was pricey but not the most expensive. The 5% senior discount was very much appreciated and sweet. I've learned in life you get what you pay for and while we may have paid for a Cadillac, we got a Rolls Royce. We will continue to use Core Plumbing, a true 5-Star company! Thank you Dave for a job well done!

Rachel W.

5/18/2018

Owner Don was so helpful over the phone and plumber David was professional, timely and was able to explain the problem to me comprehensively. Thank you!

Patty C.

5/13/2018

Core Plumbing is prompt and efficient. We have used them now on several occasions and highly recommend Zack for his professionalism!

Colette L.

07/10/2017 12:00:00 SA

Great work very informative will definitely use them again. They were hear on time and finished quickly.

Dianne D.

10/27/2017

Core's online scheduling system works great and the reminders via text and email were helpful. I requested an in-house quote but fortunately Grant was able to help me via phone since I provided my client's inspection report. It is great to work with a knowledgeable and efficient company. I look forward to working with Core for future transactions and my own personal property.

David C.

1/18/2015

Core Plumbing rerouted hot water pipes to remedy a leaking hot water pipe in our slab.

Don, the owner of Core Plumbing
- called back promptly when I left a voice mail on his phone regarding a leaking hot water pipe in my slab. In the call he recommended an excellent leak detection company (C.P.L. in El Cajon).
- stopped by as soon as the leak detection was complete, described the repair process, and gave us excellent advice on dealing with the situation.
- came by 2 days before the repair on what I think was his lunch hour to replace a poorly operating intake valve on our water heater.
- arrived with his assistant Mike at the scheduled time to do the pipe rerouting repair, an all day job.
- completed all work promised at the very reasonable quoted price. The work areas were left clean and orderly. The repairs appear neat and professional and all is operating perfectly.

I highly recommend Core Plumbing and will use them in the future for all my plumbing needs.

Charley T.

2/21/2015

Grant gave me a quick estimate over the phone and came over a few hours later. Very nice guy, easy to talk with and discuss the job at hand. He said he was out of the faucet described to me over the phone but would give me one grade up Delta faucet with spray head; very nice Delta faucet at no extra charge. He worked steady, had all the right tools and did a nice job: new faucet with spray head, new supply lines and new shut off valves that turn off with one quarter turn. I think it was better to replace the lines and shut offs instead of just the faucet. Grant cleaned up bottom of cabinet and left everything clean before he left. Easy guy to work with and nice job. He was here for two hours and made sure the job was right.

J T.

6/26/2017

Great job. Called on Sunday morning and got it fixed within 24 hours. David was my technician. Very knowledgeable.

Glenn F.

04/10/2018 12:00:00 SA

We needed some minor plumbing done on a kitchen remodel and called Core Plumbing because of their Yelp reviews. They responded in a timely manner, were able to come the next day and finished the work at a reasonable price. Would hire them again.

Shana L.

12/03/2014 12:00:00 SA

Josh is here right now working on my sink and I thought what better time than now to write him and Core Plumbing a stellar review!! So easy to work with and Josh was so efficient and open and honest from the get go! He gave me different scenarios that could happen so I wasn't blind sided by anything. He is finishing up now and I am so so pleased with the whole experience from start to finish!! They have a great team over at Core Plumbing!!

Joe C.

2/19/2015

I love CORE Plumbing!!! They are a fantastic resource in San Diego for plumbing They operate tin the highest ethical standards and are a great family owned and operated plumbing shop. I have used them many times and they never disappoint. Don and Grant are AWESOME!!!

I had them out to change angle stops on one of my projects and they did an awesome job. So quick clean and professional. The plumber, Josh, was fantastic.

Larry V.

11/11/2016 12:00:00 SA

These guys are the ones to call. My first experience was with Grant Who answered the call immediately when I dialed. I had called another plumber in the area but they had not returned my call yet so I called Core. Grant was as professional and friendly as I could possibly want. He answered with his name (which I really appreciate) and was patient and very interested to help. He quickly made an appointment for this afternoon and their technician Josh showed up right on time. Josh was also great to deal with and very knowledgeable. He replaced a shower valve cartridge even though there was a broken stem that had to be fixed. We then discovered (as my wife had suspected) that the pressure regulator had broken. Josh was able to immediately replace the pressure regulator and was done. One of the best things about Core plumbing is that they had both items on their truck and ready to go. Great experience overall. These guys are the one to call!

Nikki A.

9/27/2017

Friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. Guy completely fixed my sink and explained everything that he was doing. I will definitely be recommending Core Plumbing to my friends and family.

Cy B.

9/19/2017

Don came over and assessed the situation perfectly. He was kind, courteous and gave us all the tools we needed to tackle the problem. We had a smell in our showers and these problems can be hard to identify. He was very honest and thorough in his identification of the issue. Highly recommend!

CC G.

05/10/2017 12:00:00 SA

Had a few issues that needed fixed and friends suggested Core. David was able to come out the next day and address them all clearly explaining the problem and associated costs before doing work. Very pleased. Really appreciated 30 minute text ahead of time so I wasnt stuck at home all day!

Joanna M.

05/10/2017 12:00:00 SA

I had a problem with a minor leak near the seam of our downstairs toilet. Husband works long hours and I wanted to get the problem taken care of ASAP. I called Core Plumbing, and Grant called me back within a day. David Torres came out that same day and finished the job in about half an hour. Great service! Would highly recommend!

Jt Z.

05/10/2017 12:00:00 SA

Made an appointment to have a gas pipe fitting replaced for my new stove and they did a great job. I also asked them to install a waterline for my refrigerator and fix a show pipe. All were accomplished in one trip. Very smooth! Will call them again.

Candice F.

09/05/2017 12:00:00 SA

We recently had Core Plumbing come out to the house for an estimate and then decided to complete our repairs. Guy was great. He arrived on time, was courteous, listened to our problem and then gave us the best and worse case scenarios and a estimate. We scheduled our repair and again, he arrived on time, competed the work and cleaned up before he left. I will use Core again and highly recommend them to anyone needing plumbing repairs.

Janet E.

02/06/2016 12:00:00 SA

The service is top notch. The technicians were professional and polite. They arrived on time and fixed my leak under the kitchen sink. They left my kitchen clean. Thanks Josh and Joe for making this a pleasant experience.

Jack A.

02/06/2016 12:00:00 SA

I have had issues with my hot water system for the year and a half since I moved to Point Loma. My wife loves baths and has never been able to geta tub full with hot enough water. I've had three contractors look at it and was resigned to replacing the instant heater and installing a new old style water heater. When I heard about Core, I thought I'd give them a try, kind of a last resort. They flushed the system, stopped a leak i didn't know existed, disconnected a fancy preheater that wasn't operating right and voila, my bill has dropped by nearly 25%, I have all the hot water I need and we're as efficient as one needs to be in this day and age! NEVER using anyone else. Plus, my wife is much nicer to me now!!! ha ha.

Eric E.

12/05/2014 12:00:00 SA

Awesome guys! High quality work. High integrity service. If you want an honest assessment of your situation with zero up-selling, these are your guys! I am a Realtor so I have had contact with dozens of plumbing contractors over the years. I can honestly say without hesitation, Core Plumbing is the very best!

Candice R.

3/27/2017

This is our second time having Core Plumbing come out and do work on our house and they are fantastic!! I called and left a message on Sunday and they returned my call an hour later and had me on their schedule for Monday. David showed up and helped troubleshoot a problem we were having with water hammer. David was very knowledgeable and was patient as we asked lots of questions and tried to make the best decision. I cannot recommend this company enough....honest, reliable, show up on time and do excellent work.

Elie D.

1/17/2018

We discovered that we had a slab leak on a Sunday evening and Don at Core Plumbing was the first I called. He took the time late on Sunday night to give me step by step instructions on what they could do to help us out. It really put our minds at ease. Don came out to our house on Monday and gave us an estimate. He was as friendly and confident in person as he was on the phone. After a quick and efficient reroute on Wednesday, our water is flowing again, leak-free. Thanks Don and everyone at Core Plumbing! You guys are the best!

Keary E.

07/12/2017 12:00:00 SA

I highly recommend Core Plumbing! I called Core Plumbing after the handle on our kitchen faucet fell off. I was quickly able to make an appointment, and Don arrived on time for an inspection. He recommended that we buy a new faucet rather than try to special-order a replacement part for our old faucet, which was not in good shape. He then recommended several brands/models that offered good value for the price. The fee for the inspection was $59, which I was later able to apply to the installation fees. After the faucet arrived, I made another appointment, and when the plumbers arrived, they quickly realized that I was missing a cover plate needed for the installation. (I thought it was included in the faucet packaging, but it was not.) They helped me identify the correct product on Amazon, told me to call back after it arrived, and did not charge me for the visit. After this plate arrived, I called back and made a third appointment. The same two-person team came and completed the installation without any issues. They told me before beginning the work that the cost would be $225 ($159 after subtracting the credit), which I agreed to before any work began. They were able to complete the job within ~1 hour, and the faucet has been working well for 2 days without any issues.

For all three of the visits that Core Plumbing staff made to our home, they arrived on time (within 5 min of the scheduled time) and were helpful and polite. The company uses a texting system that automatically sends alerts when the plumber is on his way to the site, after the job has been completed, and when your card gets charged, which I found helpful. Any time that I called and was unable to get through directly, they responded promptly to my voice message.

I plan to use Core Plumbing for any future plumbing needs and would encourage friends and family to do the same.

Ruben G.

12/28/2017

We had a very good experience in working with Core Plumbing and Grant. Their online appointment scheduling and text messages prior to arrival were much appreciated. Grant was very knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and courteous in repairing our leaky toilets and in providing us with recommendations for repairing the related damage to our drywall. Grant's referrals also did excellent work. We'll continue to use Core as our go-to plumbers and we highly recommend them.

Dee G.

12/23/2017

Call these guys, you won't be sorry! They are professional, fast and efficient! Don came out to fix a broken shower the day I called and was able to come even sooner than the time first quoted. Had to drill through the wall, etc. to replace old valves. Reasonable price. Work looks fantastic!

Dianne S.

12/12/2014 12:00:00 SA

Core Plumbing is the best! They made a special trip out early one morning to install a gas pipe valve. Josh was on time, very respectful, courteous, and efficient. He installed the valve, checked for a gas leak, and was finished in no time. The service call was all digital, so no paperwork. My invoice and receipt was sent to me via email. I love that! Call them and talk to Grant. You won't be disappointed.

Joodee Y.

11/29/2016

We noticed our hot water heater leaking so we called some plumbers for same day service since we had two young kids in the house. Fortunately, Core Plumbing was able to respond quickly, rearrange some schedules, and sent Josh over within half an hour. After a quick pressure test to make sure it was just the water heater that broke, he quoted us about $1800 to replace it and make sure the new one was up to code (included an expansion tank). Since we needed the new water heater quickly, we agreed without getting additional quotes and he was able to get started right away. I had gotten their referral from neighbors on Nextdoor who reviewed them as fairly priced, so that including the very important fact that we are receiving same day service makes it worth it.

Kathy P.

10/31/2016

Great experience. Easy to book, dealt with Grant. Our plumber David was timely and explained everything. Or Pitchin Fossett is awesome.

Linda R.

11/27/2017

David with Core came to fix my toilet. He explained everything clearly. I will definitely use Core again! Thanks!

J W.

11/27/2017

Saved us by fixing a leaking drain close to Thanksgiving with a newborn baby and guests in the house. Explained the problem with photos and managed the repair on the same day. Definitely recommend!

Susan W.

11/27/2017

Grant was very responsive. He diagnosed the problem and got me a quote the same day that I called.

Kerri K.

5/23/2014

Ok here is what happened.. I bought this GREAT BRAND NEW FRIDGE from Best Buy and they come to deliver and install (picture all my food taken out of my old fridge all over the counters and kitchen - A BIG MESS) and then they go to take off the water line and say oh this valve is too old we can't and it's leaking you need a new one. You need to turn off your water to your house. Ok I am a single RENTING MOM and it is 4:30 p.m...... In order to get anything done I have to go online fill out a form with my rental company and then call them and then wait for their handyman to come out. UM NO THANKS I want my new fridge, my food to keep and water. So I get on Yelp and start looking. Call one number with good reviews in the area, no answer, move to the next and read and it is Core Plumbing. Call and get Grant on the phone and try to explain what I need which the Best Busy guys told me was a refer box and poor Grant was trying to understand then I explained a different way and he said oh ok we don't usually use that terminology in the plumbing business. All the while just SO NICE and professional and friendly and didn't make me feel like a dumb girl. So anyway, told m him they told me to shut off my water that there was leak and I explained I was a renter and I would just pay for it out of pocket because I felt it was my fault since I got the new fridge, then he proceeded to tell me that I should do what I feel is right but these things happen and the plumbing is old and by renters law I could submit the receipt and deduct a certain amount off which I thought was also so nice. Here is where is gets even better. I ask about how much, he gives me the amount tells me how they do it and then calls his Dad (they run the Company together) and then calls me back to give me a time his Dad will be there. His Dad and another guy show up, all smiles, professional, introduce their selves and take a look. He asks did Grant give you a price, I say yes and tell him the amount, he said for replacing only one thing right and I said no, the whole kit. He said let me call him, that price isn't right, maybe there was a miscommunication. I'm thinking CRAP, GREAT, but ok whatever, they are nice maybe I misunderstood. Grant then tells his Dad, yes I told her we would replace the whole thing for X dollar amount and you know what. THEY DID!!! I also asked if they would help me move the fridge and install it, he said absolutely. When the job is done they look and my monster fridge in the garage and he tells me I should have looked at the fridge before I said I would move it, I really don't feel comfortable moving it. I don't want to hurt my back any more than it is already hurt, my worker is new, I can't risk him getting hurt and I don't want to risk messing up your new fridge. I understood 100% and said no problem but because he is a man of his word he took $50 off the bill. I mean you just don't find honesty like that anymore. He already lost $ on the job by quoting over the phone lower than what he would of done the job for and him sticking to his word and then he took $ off just because he told me he would move my fridge and couldn't. I am telling everyone about them. I will use them for any and every plumbing need I ever have and I WILL own a house again one day so Core Plumbing keep that in mind, all your honesty and hard work, karma comes back! Thanks again!!! I appreciate it.

Tina C.

5/23/2016

There was a gas leak detected in my fireplace during the inspection of my condo and was told the problem needed to be fixed by a licensed plumber. I looked on Yelp and found that Core Plumbing specialized, among other things, in gas leaks. I called, was greeted very nicely, and set up an appointment. Josh and his helper showed up on time last Friday and they were fantastic. Josh identified the source of the gas leak, gave me a very reasonable quote, and fixed the problem within an hour. In addition to fixing the gas leak, the fireplace was cleaned and the gas line was replaced from copper to a safer material. I'm planning on having my heater fixed at the end of the year and will call Core Plumbing for that. I got text message reminders and updates constantly. Additionally, you can track your appointment by installing the HouseCall app on your cell phone. I'm very satisfied with Core Plumbing and I highly recommend it to anyone having gas plumbing issues.

Liberty P.

11/03/2017 12:00:00 SA

I couldn't be happier with my experiences with Core Plumbing. I own several rental properties in SD and feel like I'm constantly fixing issues! I've worked with other local plumbing companies (one that charged me $750 for a leak that was actually caused by a neighbors toilet - they fixed something that wasn't broken and ripped me off for it). I tried Core Plumbing after seeing many referrals for them on Nextdoor. I'm so thankful I found them. Don and Grant are not only professional and respectful - they are empathetic and truly eager to help get your problem solved as quickly as possible. After scheduling 3 different services with them at multiple properties / I've seen consistent honest and fair prices along with highly skilled technicians. I look forward to working with them again and again.

Shelli H.

05/02/2017 12:00:00 SA

Just had Don from Core Plumbing to my house for a couple of small repairs. I HIGHLY recommend him for any job big or small. Knowledgeable, caring, professional, and was the only plumber out of three I tried who even made the effort to help me, and I am so glad he did! I would recommend Core Plumbing to anyone who needs a plumber. Don took the time to explain everything and showed me the parts replaced. My neighbors recommended Core Plumbing and I recommend them too! Can't say enough good things. I would give them 10 stars if I could! They truly know what customer service means.

Lois L.

09/11/2017 12:00:00 SA

David T. and John were assigned to the job: they were very professional and able to explain the problems.

Carol Z.

03/06/2017 12:00:00 SA

I had Core Plumbing come out today and they cleared my shower drains and sinks! They were very professional and knowledgeable! I would highly recommend them if you're looking for a good plumber!!

Chris B.

2/24/2015

As a new homeowner, I knew I needed to find someone I could trust to take care of my plumbing needs. The problem, however, was that much like with mechanics, good and trustworthy plumbers are hard to come by. That's why I'm so glad I found Core Plumbing! I've been using their services for the last few years and they've always been reliable and fair. Grant, Don, and their team have continually gone out of their way to explain what my options are and are always honest in helping my wife and I decide on the best route for us to take. I would highly recommend using Core Plumbing and am confident you'll have some of the same experiences that I've had. Thank you Core Plumbing!

Adrienne B.

01/08/2016 12:00:00 SA

No problem with the work that was done...just the customer service. Long story short, we had a flood at our house and one of our toilets had a hairline crack on it after it was removed. We called the next day and left a message to speak with someone about it...no call back. Left another message...no call back. My husband emailed them a few days later and we heard back right away apologizing that the toilet was cracked and that they would replace it when we were ready (that was in late September). They did ask us where we got the toilet/what kind it was and it was suggested that we try and return it--I thought that was kind of shady and we didn't try returning since we didn't crack it. We had a ton of work that needed to be done because of the flood and weren't ready to install our toilet until beginning of December. I called and left a message saying that we were ready for them to order the toilet and come set it (a 'set' fee was included in our original bill). I received a call back from the owner and he said he didn't remember our situation and didn't know why they would agree to replace the toilet when we had other workers in the house that probably cracked it. He asked me what kind of toilet we had and when I told him it was the double flush water saver, he said, 'I'm not buying one of those.' I had him call my husband since he was the one who had all the emails from the owner's son who said they would replace it. My husband had to forward all the emails and take pictures of the toilet and send it off to the owner. He said that they would replace the bowl and not the whole toilet. We waited and waited and no one contacted us. We waited until after the holidays to contact and were told that we were 'forgotten' about and that the ball was rolling now--should have been rolling a long time ago if you ask me. My husband emailed the other day to follow up and we were told that the toilet we chose is exclusive to Lowes and would take awhile to get in. We totally get this...this is the toilet that we purchased originally and obviously want the same one. What annoys me is the way the owner spoke to us through his emails. We were told that he 'understands our frustration, but they are doing this as a courtesy,' and that 'it does not please me to provide you with a new bowl, and jump through the ridiculous hoops of doing so, and still incur your displeasure.' Sorry you are displeased, but we have been living with 1 bathroom for a month waiting for you guys to get in touch with us. He also said that they have never cracked a toilet--sounded like he was trying to blame the flood restoration people (who we have used before and never had any problems with) or my husband who originally installed the toilet. We even asked what the difference was between buying the whole toilet and just the bowl so we could get it done quicker. The owner has been contacting us through email---you think he would pick up the phone and call us. We said never mind, we are over your lack of service and we will repurchase the toilet (that we didn't crack) and install this weekend. We told him that he can refund our 'set' fee if he wants--will let you know if he does...doubt he will. Yes, they were going to replace it but the timeline sucked (partly due to us wanting the same toilet) and I don't appreciate feeling like we inconvenienced him.

G E.

08/01/2017 12:00:00 SA

They were able to come out on short notice and fix a broken valve on my refrigerator.

Jamie T.

7/31/2017

Easy booking, super fast service, fixed my leak in no time. Great work by Guy & Dave. Highly recommend.

Geoff J.

1/24/2017

What a great job they did. Called them at 7:30. Don was here by 8:00. New hot water heater installed by noon. Great crew. Good price. Would highly recommend them for whatever your plumbing needs.

Harold M.

6/21/2017

Got a prompt response from my inquiry. I had three items that needed to be addressed for leaking faucets. David gave me an honest assessment so that I could make a decision on what I could do. The whole matter was handler within a day. I had tried two other plumbers, but neither one got back with me. Prompt, cost effective and reliable service.

Shirl F.

12/18/2015

Core Plumbing is FANTASTIC!! Had to get a re-pipe done of our custom home in Rancho Bernardo that was not simple. Don, the owner of this Father & Son company is a genuine man, he arrived for the estimate the day we called, as well as on time. He also wasn't in a rush so we could ask as many questions as we needed to. He also submitted the bid the next day as he said he would. Didn't have to track him down before or during the job, which is unheard of.. We called many other companies to receive bids as well, but they either did not speak English, didn't have workman's comp, didn't return our call, or was a one man show. We liked Don right away, but we did want to receive other quotes. One company even gave us a quote over the phone without seeing the home, & we knew that can't be done successfully. So Core plumbing won the job based on the other companies not being compliant & so glad we did choose them. Not only did the big job run smoothly, but no hidden costs of change orders from them that many companies do. As the customer, we had some change orders, but that was on us, not Core. Do yourself a favor & save headaches caused by unethical contractors, call Core for your plumbing needs. All AMERICAN guys & when the head of the company is on the job working along his 4-5 man crew in our case, it says a lot! Most owners of a company get the bid & you never see them again. Not the case with Core Plumbing. We will be using them soon for a rental we have as well. Thank you again Core crew!

Laurie Soto L.

5/16/2017

I must say my husband I were very impressed with CORE. They are a professional, responsive company committed to customer service. It is such a good feeling to be able to count on a company that is willing to work with you and ensure that your job gets done right. I highly recommend this company for your plumbing concerns.

Brett A.

09/12/2013 12:00:00 SA

Our initial experience with Core Plumbing was very good. We called them about what we thought was a leaky water heater. The owner, Don, answered the phone before business hours and was out the same day to repair the leak. He identified that it was not the water heater, but in fact was the pipe leading to it. Great. Cost was reasonable as well. The first experience was five stars, no doubt.

We later hired them to uninstall the water heater for water damage repair and Don's son Grant was on the job. That was mostly fine, but the price was a little higher than we expected because they redid some piping to avoid future leaks (I would have assumed it would have been taken care of on the first visit to repair the leak). Another thing was that I asked about fixing a leaky tub facet and was told I'd need to sign a waiver because I had to really tighten the handles down, I might have done irreparable damage to the underlying copper pipe that could result in a leak under the tub. This didn't really make sense to me because we currently didn't have a leak under the tub, and I didn' t know why having them replace the stems and seatings might cause a leak. This didn't give me a good feeling and we hired someone else who quickly repaired the tub faucet (no waiver, very low cost). Maybe they just aren't interested in small jobs like that...

Ivan E.

10/05/2014 12:00:00 SA

Over the years, when I have had plumbing issues, I have called this outfit, and have never been sorry. Trust is important, and I trust this outfit.

Judy E.

3/14/2017

David Torres was excellent! I would recommend Core Plumbing and especially David for your next plumbing job. Reasonable and very thorough!

Adam C.

02/07/2014 12:00:00 SA

My business just moved into a new shop that has some pre-existing city code violations. Because of this any tenant improvements that I do have to be done to the highest standard. I needed to change some plumbing and move a gas line to accommodate a washer and dryer setup. I called Grant with Core Plumbing in San Diego. He visited my business, gave me 2 very easy to understand quotes and his direct cell phone. When I was ready to get the plumbing work done I called him directly and he put me on the schedule for about 3 days later. His work was meticulous and efficient. Should you find that you need plumbing work in San Diego I highly recommend trying Core Plumbing.

M R.

9/22/2017

My mom's water heater leaked and I looked on yelp to see which company had the highest ratings. I called several companies to get estimates on the phone. Core plumbing had the best customer service. The phone was answered immediately and they had someone available to replace the water heater the same day. They weren't the cheapest, but the one who had the lowest estimate was the one my mom called. Their reviews were terrible, so I trusted Core plumbing to take care of my mom. Guy was sent to replace the water heater and I received text messages alerting me when he was on the way. I also received text messages when he was done. They made everything so convenient and the work was well done. I even got a thank you from them the next day!! The day after the water heater was installed, we noticed a the drywall had a small hole possibly from replacing the large heater. Guy came back immediately and repaired the hole. My mom asked how much it was going to cost for repairing the drywall and she told me he said just a smile and a handshake is all the payment I need definitely will call them again.

Debra L.

02/06/2017 12:00:00 SA

Clogged kitchen sink on Super Bowl Weekend. I placed calls to 3 different plumbers and only one returned my call. I think his name was Don. Professional and courteous. As it wasn't an emergency we set up an appointment for Monday morning. The plumber, Dave, came on time was courteous and did a thorough job. Little pricey $225 but cleaned out above and below ground lines, replacing P trap, and snaked out 60 feet of sewer lines.

Paul T.

3/17/2014

We Used Core over the past couple of years in several homes and have been very satisfied with every facet of their performance. we get a prompt response and a very reasonable estimate, the work in done professionally, without any mess left in our home, quickly and when promised. If more work or needed or recommended, it is explained in a way that makes it easy to evaluate the decision to have it done or take alternative measures, and they are happy to give a quote for that as well, without any pressure to have further work undertaken. Grant was the guy who took care of us and gave us a great deal. I will continue to refer this company and use them as I need to.

Jim B.

09/10/2010 12:00:00 SA

Don't get ripped off!

I called several companies for an estimate for some work I needed. Core Plumbing said they couldn't do this over the phone, but would have to come out and see the job first. The owner's son showed up, looked at the job, and immediately gave me an estimate that was TWICE AS MUCH as an estimate that had been given over the phone after I described what I needed. He also started pointing out all the other work he said I needed, and the estimates for that was also twice what other people would charge. I know, because I asked the company that gave me the phone estimate to come out and do the repairs; their plumber said the other replacements weren't critical, but might be a good idea. In fact, he offered to do those for half of Core's estimate, and throw in the original part replacement for free.

My advice -- don't accept an estimate from Core without checking with other companies first. Or save yourself the trouble, and don't call them at all.

T M.

10/12/2010 12:00:00 SA

As a good as it gets is a understatement! Very honest -- will definitely be calling back with any and all pluming issues (just hope that's not in the near future :)

Joseph K.

10/10/2018 12:00:00 SA

had a gas leak to my pool/spa heater ... showed up as promised ... fixed without any hassle and did a little inspection of another problem which will be fixed on a subsequent call after part is secured

Paul R.

04/07/2014 12:00:00 SA

Great team.

Did a full kitchen remodel and was introduced to Core plumbing when the previous work needed to be fixed. They got in, ran the pipes properly and stopped all the leaks.

Next round were two bathroom renovations, moving a wall/vent pipes - pretty extensive work for me. Core plumbing delivered in a major way and we got the project done according to the original estimate which is important in these types of situations.

Lastly, needed some pipe work done for gas line and they came through for me yet a 3rd time.

Again great team, highly recommend their services. Contracting can be brutal to the customer, good to know you still have some folks out there with integrity.

Frank S.

08/06/2009 12:00:00 SA

I like this company. We called with a problem, and they showed up that day. After inspection, they gave us the choice of getting a short-term fix or a long-term replacement at twice the cost. When we opted for the replacement, they showed up at 8:20, did the replacement in less than the time they had predicted, cleaned up after themselves and charged us the quoted price. And so far, it works perfectly.

I like dealing with real professionals, and I'll be calling them again when we have plumbing issues.

John R.

03/08/2018 12:00:00 SA

They sent a great guy Luis out to clear my kitchen drain. After a couple of hours of water jetting and snaking Luis was unable to clear my drain. He at first thought there might be a structural issue with my pipes and said I should call another company that he referred me to that can put a camera in the pipe and have a higher pressure jet cleaner. To say I was bummed would be an understatement, big dollar scenarios were running through my head. After he left the owner Grant called me to tell me that they were sorry and that he wanted to help. He said he did not want me to pay twice and to let him know what the other company found. The other guy was great as well and he was able to knock out this massive grease clog with his high power rig. He said there was nothing wrong with my pipes and that I just had to be more careful about what I put in the drain. I called Core back and true to his word he refunded my money. This kind of customer service is tough to find and I will be giving Core another shot on another plumbing job and will let you know how that goes. I appreciate that they stuck with me and walked me through the process.

Janie A.

11/10/2015 12:00:00 SA

While I would prefer never to have to call a plumber, Core makes it almost painless. I have used their services several times over the past 2 years (after giving up on another firm due to their complete lack of customer service), and I have always been pleased at the prompt response, courteous and knowledgeable people in my home and reasonable approach to the problems presented. They explain options and make suggestions -- but no strong-arm upselling. And I love their texts and calls to let me know when they will arrive and the electronic payment and receipts.

k S.

12/30/2014

The hot water in our bathtub was not working. Core Plumbing was able to come out within 3 days to fix the problem. They were very courteous and fixed our clogged valve within 15-30 minutes after arriving. I think their service was great--the only downside was the price. It cost $277 to replace the valve. We didn't shop around for estimates so this could be the average cost for this kind of repair.

Cindie H.

10/07/2015 12:00:00 SA

There aren't enough good words to express my satisfaction with Core Plumbing. Don was recommended by neighbors a couple years ago when I had a plumbing emergency. Core has now been to my house for three different last-minute emergencies and were able to fix the problems and provide advice to help prevent future problems. At a time when I am stressed and worried, they come in and calmly and politely resolve the issue for a very reasonable price. Josh was there most recently and had the problem fixed before I even got home! They are not only skilled and efficient, but they are all very friendly and beyond courteous. These are good people who you can trust!

Wendy L.

09/10/2016 12:00:00 SA

This review is about my recent experience with Core Plumbing. I have an unexpected water soften breaking and its resin was flushed to the house pipe that clogged the whole house faucets/shower heads/toilets. I was able to flush big chunk of resin out of water heater and clear some faucets to get a few faucet running but it is clear that the whole house pipes need to be flushed and cleaned. I contacted multiple reputable plumbers that either don't want to deal with it or ask me to pay for their diagnosis to find out why there is clogging (I have done what I can and believe I have enough proof for the source of problem) instead of repairment plan and cost estimate. I came across core Plumbing, specifically I talked to Don, He is very straight forward and honest. After hearing what I have found and done, he pent almost 20 min on the phone to explain what is involved and at stake and pros/cons for different options that include painful/slow steps I can take to clear the pipes if I choose to do it myself to save cost. He provided those helpful information w/o asking me to pay for a diagnosis visit. This is my rental property and I cannot take my time to clear up the pipes. I decided to set up an appointment with them afterwards since I don't have a better choice. Fortunately, we came across another plumbing company the same afternoon who just recently finished a job in our same situation (we are his 2nd case in 25 years) and was able to give us firm upper quote and clear steps they will take after seeing our house. They will make sure the house pipes are back in order, not just for us to get running water and find out residual clogging or reduced pressure later. Their prices are not cheap but the steps and process match what Don has provided so I know their quotes are reasonable and fair. I decided to go with them since they have just done that. (They are about to finish my job and a great company to deal with. I'll do a separate review). I called Core plumbing to cancel my appointment right away. They are very courteous and understanding and wish all works out for me. I cannot comment on their work since I did not use them this time but they surely stands out in terms of customer service and professionalism. I would definitely consider them if I unfortunately need plumbing service again.

James K.

07/01/2013 12:00:00 SA

My old plumber moved out of state and recommended Core Plumbing. When it comes to water and electric, i don't bother doing it myself. Too much risk and downside should something happen. Do it right, and get it done by a professional. Quality counts.

Grant arrived at my home on time for the installation of my dishwasher. He was polite, knowledgeable, and knew exactly what he was talking about. The dishwasher turned out to be more challenging to install than anticipated. Grant kept his cool, and continued on with the job. I couldn't be more happy with the end result. It's perfect.

Core will be my go to plumber for anything moving forward. Highly recommended and they charge a reasonable price.

Gabbriellea F.

06/04/2013 12:00:00 SA

I'm a real estate broker, and it's hard to find companies who are willing to bend over backwards to help you get business taken care of. Grant was professional, honest and attentive to what my needs were. I would recommend and use Core Plumbing for all of my transactions because I can count on them to be apart of my team.

Gwen S.

11/20/2015

This company provided excellent service when the valves to my washer went out. Reasonably priced. They went above board and moved my new washer into the laundry for me. I will be calling them again!

Salad J.

11/20/2014

Grant and Josh were awesome. My toilet was leaking and my shower fixtures were broken. Grant was super responsive setting everything up and Josh was super professional in getting everything fixed. They are a great team!

Ari G.

01/02/2015 12:00:00 SA

Excellent and trustworthy family owned plumbing company. Don came out and removed/replaced our kitchen faucet and re-caulked the sink. Very nice guy. Excellent and straightforward service along with a competitive price. It is rare in this day and age to find a professional that you would call back and recommend to family/friends. Glad I stumbled upon Core Plumbing. Definitely will call for all future plumbing repairs.

Richrd G.

11/29/2012

Don is great Plumber, with great expertise. At the top of my list for plumbing issues.

Indy G.

5/18/2015

Core Plumbing has been the most professional team of plumbers I have dealt with in the course of managing my rental properties. Both Don and Josh are upfront, clear and prompt in handling the work. They were able to correct some dodgy work done by an earlier plumber. All work was explained and I knew what the costs were before the job commenced. I recommend them highly.

Liz N.

10/05/2014 12:00:00 SA

Don and Grant are both professional, prompt, friendly and talented. They completed the plumbing on two fully remodeled bathrooms at my home, installed a new water heater, and worked on various plumbing issues for me over the past 7 years. I wouldn't trust any other company with my plumbing needs. They truly are the very best. Great guys!

Helen B.

3/25/2015

This morning while at the sink I stepped into a puddle of water. Puzzled as to what it was I looked under the sink and found my box of dishwasher tabs at the front of the under sink cupboard was soaked. I pulled everything out from under the sink and there were puddles of water on one side. I wiped everything up to see if I could figure out where the leak was coming from. It looked like it was coming from the valve and not any of the drain pipes or waste disposal. I got on the phone to Don at Core Plumbing and he came over a short time later. Turns out whoever had done the remodel on the kitchen had used plumbers tape on the joint to the valve when it didn't need it. Don got everything cleaned up and working in no time. We also showed him how the cold water was just a trickle. It seems that when the new faucet was installed not only did they use plumbers tape to secure a joint that didn't need it but they had turned the valve to almost off to stop the joint from leaking! I am so thankful I have a plumber who knows what they are doing, are trustworthy and gets things done right the first time! If you have any plumbing needs call Don at Core Plumbing. The team are amazing to work with and they know what they are doing!!

Skyler B.

2/24/2015

I have used Core Plumbing's services on a number of occasions and had nothing but excellent experiences. Grant and Don have both shown professionalism in every aspect of their work and been diligent to complete jobs in a manner that is incredibly high in quality, as well as neat and efficient. They are open and honest when it comes to cost and seek to go above and beyond what is required of them. I have been able to refer Core Plumbing to my family members and neighbors and every one of them have had nothing but positive things to say. Highly recommend!!

Karen G.

06/12/2013 12:00:00 SA

Fantastic customer service! I called Don to discuss my tenant's complaint about a sewer smell from the bathroom sink. Don advised me that it just needed to be cleaned with a bottle brush and some bleach--basically talked himself out of work, but he has the integrity not to charge for something most people can take care of themselves. Since we live 8+ hours away, my husband and I decided we'd like a professional to take a look at it. When I called him back, Don was booked too far out for my timeline, but he gave me a terrific referral for another owner-operator, Tory Ivy. I haven't seen any work product or bills yet, but I like what I see so far from both of these guys!

Kenneth O.

10/06/2014 12:00:00 SA

We had an emergency situation when our main water line between our house and the meter gave out. Core Plumbing was able to restore our water service within a day. They finished the job within their initial cost estimate which we thought was fair.

Mike L.

10/06/2014 12:00:00 SA

Grant, Josh & Don are awesome! They go the extra mile to make sure the job is done correctly.

Kelly S.

9/30/2014

I have used Core Plumbing 2-3 times now and couldn't be happier with their service and integrity. They always show up on time, get the job done in a timely manner, and clean up afterwards. They are very knowledgeable and they always lay out my options for me in a way that I can understand. There are no surprises on pricing after the fact, which I greatly appreciate. I highly recommend Core Plumbing for all your plumbing needs!

Charlton T.

3/16/2016

Excellent service, friendly and quality work. I had the bad luck of having a slab leak with my home and called another plumbing company to diagnose it. After seeing how high their quotes were for fixing it, I decided to call around and get some additional quotes. Don was very friendly, open to questions, and honest on the work that was needed. And it just so happened that out of the three quotes for doing a reroute for my pipes, Core was the lowest. When they came to do the work, they were very meticulous on making sure all our belongings were shielded from the dust and dirt that comes with cutting drywall. It was a big job that took all day, but at any point Don and crew was always willing to explain what was going on. He and his crew were also very friendly and patient with my son asking a ton of questions. I also had to get my pressure regulator replaced since my water pressure was extremely high. This was no easy feat with where my regulator was located. Don did a fantastic job replacing it and they did all their tests to make sure everything was working properly. If you have plumbing problems, I would highly recommend Core Plumbing. Family owned, experienced and gives it to you straight. Can't ask for more.

Harold P.

08/05/2013 12:00:00 SA

I first hired Core Plumbing, who was referred to me, for a large project at my rentals. (Trying to satisfy the city permit department for a previous owner's flaws). They were always on time, did what they said they would do and knowing that I was 'behind the eight ball' still charged a fair price. I later hired them at my primary residence and one time my kitchen faucet needed to be replaced. It had to be special ordered--which they did for me--and I would have gladly paid for it---IF I had been charged. Guess the manufacturer has a lifetime warranty on all items and it was free. Core could have made up a price and charged me and I wouldn't have known the difference. I only paid their labor that time. Don, the father, and his son, Graham are very knowledgeable and trustworthy!

Owe E.

06/01/2011 12:00:00 SA

I was charged $105 for spending a few minutes to check out the problem. An hour was logged on the invoice. When I questioned it, Don told me to go find another plumber. He came across rude and disrespectful. Not sure I will be recommending this company to anyone.