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Kitchen Plumbing

Kitchen Plumbing Services

The kitchen is the heart of your home, and its plumbing system handles more daily use than any other room. From the kitchen faucet and garbage disposal to the dishwasher supply lines and drain connections, every component needs to work reliably. Southwhittier Plumbing Co provides complete kitchen plumbing services including faucet installation and repair, garbage disposal replacement, dishwasher hookup, sink installation (undermount, drop-in, and farmhouse styles), and drain line cleaning.

Leaking kitchen faucets are one of the most common service calls we receive. A faucet dripping at one drop per second wastes over 3,000 gallons of water per year. In many cases, a faucet repair is straightforward and affordable. But if your faucet is old, corroded, or a style you want to update, a new faucet installation is a smart investment that improves both function and aesthetics. We install all major brands and can help you choose a faucet that fits your sink, your style, and your budget.

Kitchen drain clogs are another frequent issue, usually caused by grease, food particles, and soap buildup. We recommend avoiding pouring cooking oil or grease down the drain, using a sink strainer to catch food debris, and running hot water for 30 seconds after each use. When clogs do occur, our professional drain cleaning service clears the blockage completely and restores full flow — far more effective than chemical drain cleaners that can damage your pipes.

Bathroom Plumbing

Bathroom Plumbing Repairs and Installation

Bathrooms contain the highest concentration of plumbing fixtures in your home — toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs, and often multiple supply and drain lines running through walls and floors. Southwhittier Plumbing Co handles all bathroom plumbing needs, from simple repairs like a running toilet or dripping faucet to complete bathroom remodels involving new fixture installation, supply line rerouting, and drain reconfiguration.

Toilet problems are among the most urgent plumbing issues because they directly affect daily life. A running toilet can waste 200 gallons of water per day, significantly increasing your water bill. Common toilet repairs include replacing the flapper valve, fill valve, or flush valve assembly. In some cases, an older toilet that requires frequent repairs is better replaced with a modern low-flow model that uses 1.28 gallons per flush compared to 3.5 to 7 gallons for older toilets. The water savings alone can pay for the new toilet within a few years.

Shower and bathtub plumbing requires particular expertise because much of the work involves pipes hidden behind walls. Shower valve replacement, tub spout repair, showerhead installation, and re-grouting or re-caulking around fixtures all fall within our residential plumbing services. If you are experiencing low water pressure in the shower, inconsistent water temperature, or leaks behind the wall (indicated by water stains on the ceiling below), call us for a thorough diagnosis.

Water Line Services

Water Line Repair and Replacement

Your home's main water line brings fresh water from the municipal supply to every fixture in your house. Over time, water lines can develop leaks, corrode, or become restricted by mineral buildup. Signs of a water line problem include unexplained increases in your water bill, reduced water pressure throughout the house, wet spots in your yard, or discolored water.

Southwhittier Plumbing Co provides water line repair and replacement services using modern materials and techniques. For minor leaks or localized damage, a spot repair may be sufficient. For older homes with galvanized steel or polybutylene pipes that are prone to failure, a complete repipe with copper or PEX tubing is often the most cost-effective long-term solution. PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) has become the preferred material for residential repiping because it resists corrosion, handles freeze-thaw cycles better than rigid pipe, requires fewer fittings, and costs less than copper.

We also install and repair water shut-off valves throughout your home. Every fixture should have its own shut-off valve so you can isolate it for repairs without turning off water to the entire house. If your shut-off valves are old, corroded, or do not fully close, replacing them is a smart preventive measure that can save you from serious water damage during a plumbing emergency.

Sewer and Drain

Sewer Line and Drain Services

Your home's drain and sewer system carries wastewater from every fixture to the municipal sewer or your private septic system. When this system develops problems, the consequences can be severe — from slow drains and foul odors to raw sewage backing up into your home. Southwhittier Plumbing Co provides comprehensive sewer and drain services including drain cleaning, sewer camera inspection, sewer line repair, and sewer line replacement.

Sewer camera inspection is one of the most valuable diagnostic tools in modern plumbing. A small, waterproof camera is fed through your sewer line, providing real-time video of the pipe's interior condition. This allows us to identify the exact location and nature of any problem — whether it is tree root intrusion, a cracked or collapsed pipe section, grease buildup, or a bellied pipe that collects debris. Camera inspection eliminates guesswork and ensures we recommend the right repair for your specific situation.

For sewer line repairs, we offer both traditional excavation and trenchless methods. Trenchless sewer repair (pipe lining or pipe bursting) can often restore a damaged sewer line without digging up your yard, driveway, or landscaping. This method is faster, less disruptive, and in many cases more affordable than traditional excavation. We will assess your situation and recommend the most appropriate and cost-effective approach.

Water Heaters

Water Heater Services for South Whittier Homes

A reliable supply of hot water is essential to daily life. Southwhittier Plumbing Co installs, repairs, and maintains all types of residential water heaters including traditional tank models, tankless on-demand systems, and hybrid heat pump water heaters. Whether your current unit is leaking, not heating properly, or simply reaching the end of its lifespan, we provide expert guidance on repair versus replacement and help you choose the right unit for your household's needs.

We service all major water heater brands and offer same-day installation for most standard replacements. Our water heater services include thermostat adjustment and replacement, heating element repair, anode rod inspection and replacement, tank flushing to remove sediment, pressure relief valve testing and replacement, and complete unit replacement with proper disposal of the old unit. Every water heater installation includes adjusting the temperature to a safe and efficient setting, testing all connections for leaks, and ensuring proper venting for gas models.

Regular water heater maintenance extends the life of your unit and maintains peak efficiency. We recommend annual flushing to remove sediment, which can reduce heating efficiency by up to 25 percent in areas with hard water. We also recommend checking the anode rod every two to three years — this sacrificial rod protects the tank interior from corrosion, and replacing it before it is fully depleted can add years to your water heater's life.