We are your trusted, local plumber in SF dedicated to providing every customer with the highest quality, seamless experience when it comes to plumbing, water heater and sewer repairs, installations and service.
Business highlights
23 years of trusted experience
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Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly
Services we offer
Emergency Plumbing
Water Heater repair/replacement
Sewer & Drain Maintenance & Repair
Water Heaters
Leak Detection
Backflow Testing
Free, Detailed Estimates
All in all, the problem was resolved as quickly and professionally as possible. The plumber sought a second opinion on where would be the best and least invasive place to drill. Once that was determined, repairs were made in approximately 2-3 hours.
Description of Work: The plumber arrived on time and proceeded to unclog a bathtub drain. The trap part of an older drain pipe which had been improperly installed by another plumber disconnected, and he was required to assess the problem and find the best way to fix it. He returned with a colleague the next day, was required to create a relatively small hole in my dining room ceiling, and properly replaced and secured part of the pipe and the trap with new ones so that such an incident would not occur again. He also replaced the shower drain and stopper, and changed washers in a downstairs sink.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Daniel H.
05/2008
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
It went great! They showed up roughly 2 hours after we placed a call on a Saturday. Pretty good for such short notice. (It was only 2 hours because they had a prior appointment to which they had to attend). They immediately diagnosed the clogged trap (to be fair it was pretty obvious), and immediately switched it out for a new one. They also saw the disposal unit had been only loosely connected to the trap, which virtually guaranteed a bad leak once the clog occurred. In short, fast friendly service. Will definitely call again for any future plumbing needs.
Description of Work: They diagnosed a clog in our kitchen sink trap, and helped fix a bad shoddy install of our disposal unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
LILLIAN M.
05/2008
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
+ 0 more
They were very professional and honest. They showed up promptly when they said they would be here. They did not try to pressure me into anything and they gave me different options that I could choose. The price was very fair and I would use them again. I had a great experience with Ace Plumbing & Rooter and I have already recommended them to my friends.
Description of Work: They came out to replace my water heater, replace some pipes and install a new faucet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
MICHELE H.
05/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
They came and inspected the drains and gave me an estimate. They replaced some pipe and cleared the drains. They were professional, efficient and prompt. I would recommend this company.
Description of Work: They cleared my drains that were plugged and made plumbing repairs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$850
Claudia M.
05/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
I looked at Angie's List at 10am and was given an appointment between 11 and noon. He showed up at 11:45 and was gone by 12:45. He quickly assessed the problem and let me know that the p-trap pipe would probably break due to corrosion when we removed it. He did all his work and took his garbage with him.
Description of Work: He snaked the bathroom sink. Replaced the p-trap and the pop-up.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$195
Kathleen L.
04/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Sean arrived at the time promised. Checked the washtub drain, and said the problem was minor and would not require extensive work of any kind. He said he would clear this minor problem with no charge, not even a trip charge for coming to the home! He fixed the drain and it works fine now.
Description of Work: Checked plugged drain in downstairs washtub. Washing machine emptied into this washtub and water was draining very slowly.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
JENNIFER B.
04/2008
5.0
appliance repair
+ -1 more
The plumber, Fidel, arrived on time. He was very courteous, friendly, and professional. He spent over an hour diagnosing and fixing the problem AND waiting through an entire washing cycle to make sure the dishwasher was fixed. Once again, Ace Plumbing has exceeded my expectations with their level of service. I will call them for all of my plumbing needs. I give them the highest recommendation.
Description of Work: I called Ace Plumbing to fix my dishwasher because it was not draining.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
JENNIFER B.
04/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Ace Plumbing arrived on time, sent very skilled and professional plumbers and far exceeded my expectations for service. There's a reason they are the ones I call whenever I have a plumbing need.
Description of Work: Once again, Ace Plumbing came through for me. They fixed a clogged faucet and a dishwasher that would not drain and provided an estimate to install a tankless water heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
MEGAN H.
04/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Clogs clogs clogs! My roommate and I both have long hair and it seems like our sink and shower are forever getting clogged. This time, however, I decided to fore-go the toxic chemicals and instead buy "the snake" - an auger devise designed for DIY-ers. WARNING - The Snake itself can get caught in the pipes, creating an even more dire situation than a simple clog - this is what happened to me! Fortunately, I called ACE Plumbing and Rooter and though they offered to send someone out that night (I called around 6pm) I scheduled for the next day instead. Sean Patrick Alvey (as his biz card specifies) arrived on time and quickly assessed the situation and gave me a minimum estimate of $89 - warning that if he had to start taking apart the piping it would go up into the $200 range - very fair prices, in my estimation. He was able to access the pipe from a secret valve in the tub and ultimately remove the useless Snake and the clog :) Thanks ACE!
Description of Work: - cleared clog in drain - removed "The Snake" auger which was stuck in clog, in drain - adjusted water main and pressure regulator to improve water pressure
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$89
Josiane F.
03/2008
3.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They were really good, they were prompt, very much lower than rates I have paid to other plumbers. The tech was a little sloppy and loud. He could be a bit more professional but he is a very hard worker.
Description of Work: Repaired a few things on my toilets.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
RUSSELL B.
03/2008
1.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They totally dropped the ball. This wasn't a nightmare project by any means; simple bathroom fixture replacement job.
Description of Work: They sent a plumber out to perform an estimate. The representative was courteous and enthusiastic about the possibilities of the project. Some research was needed, and an estimate was promised within two days. I never heard from them again. I called back two weeks later and left a message for the plumber, but still, nothing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0
FREDERICK T.
03/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Mike arrived on time. Got right to work on the affected area. Had to borrow some of my tools, ladder, large screw driver to dislodge clog, and pressure bladder to clean pipe. Very informative and cooperative. Got job done quickly. Would use them again.
Description of Work: Cleaned out bathroom drain at clean out access. Replaced U trap.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$130
Michael B.
02/2008
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
I phoned company and Rich came out the same day. He had to go buy a replacement valve and install it.
Description of Work: Leaking shower valve repaired.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$130.5
VINCE F.
01/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
The two guys that did the work were confident and happy in their work. They were very committed to doing the best they could. I was very pleased.
Description of Work: They fixed an over-drainage issue. They took out corroded pipes, having to go under the house. This was really a mess that they took care of.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,800
Richard Q.
01/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Technician showed up in uniform. He said that he'd check on the situation and let me know what he needed to do. I went to talk to a neighbor and before I knew it, he said that "it was too easy". He only charged me for the service call.
Description of Work: Call them to unclog drain in alley. Was quoted $89 service call.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$89
DAVID T.
12/2007
5.0
drain pipe
+ -1 more
I was very happy with the service from the company, they were communicative when required, turned up on time and were able to get us a working drain within 24 hours. Possibly we could have got a better price by shopping around but time is more important than price in a situation like this. I would definitely use them again and recommend them to others.
Description of Work: Company first came out to snake backed up drain and discovered that drain had roots growing into it and the outside trap was collapsing. Company replaced entire existing clay pipe and trap, removed tree and replaced sidewalk concrete.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,600
Charles W.
12/2007
5.0
water heater repair
+ -1 more
Checked with 4 plumbing services regarding new water heater. Got the run around with a couple since there was a 2x2 plywood floor in the water heater shed that needed to be replaced. For an extra $50, they brought in a piece of plywood, cut it and dropped it into the floor. They had tried to up-sell me on a tankless water heater. Was reasonable price but as I did an evaluation - I just decided I didn't want one at the time.
Description of Work: Installed new 50 gallon water heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,550
SHELDON R.
12/2007
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Company showed up at the set time, work was none very well with no mess. The bathroom was left clean and all materials were removed. I was even given a discount for using Angie's List.
Description of Work: On time response. Very professional employee, work was done right and he cleaned up after job was done. Was also given an estimate on installing a tankless water heating system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$112.5
Karen A.
12/2007
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Wayne and Toby had actually come to my house a couple of months prior, to give me an estimate on a number of items, including the toilet and faucet that they ultimately replaced. During the estimate, they solved two problems that another plumber had quoted a high price to fix. That alone made me want to hire Ace Plumbing for the real work that needed to be done. Once I decided to replace the toilet and sink faucet, I called and made an appointment for the work to be done the next day. Toby and Wayne arrived precisely at the appointment time and were very friendly and efficient. As a first time customer, I received the 10% discount offered in the company's Ad. I would definitely hire them again for any other plumbing needs.
Description of Work: Wayne and Toby removed my existing toilet and installed a new one (which I had purchased at a home improvement store). They also removed the existing sink faucet and pop-up assembly and replaced both (which I had also purchased at a home improvement store).
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$342
TIMOTHY J.
11/2007
4.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
The installation was mostly fine. The sink was installed as requested and it has been operating well since it was installed. The plumber was a bit messy with the goop they put on to lubricate the pipe threads, so the shut-off valves are not as nice and shiny as they could be. Because of the size of the sink and the position of the drain pipe in the wall, the drain pipe looks very funny (a few bizarre angles to it). My biggest complaint was the personality of the plumber. I think he was trying to be friendly, but it came across as unprofessional, and, at times, aggressive. He made several comments complaining about the old fixtures in our house, and my fianc e said she would not feel comfortable if she were home alone with the guy. Their bookkeeping is not so good. I had to call them a month or two after service to remind them they hadn't billed me. They were very appreciative.
Description of Work: Removed an old sink and shut-off valves. Installed new sink, faucet, and shut-off valves.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$500
ELIZABETH A.
11/2007
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Our experience w/ plumbers have never been good but this last time was much better. First, Ace was available to come within a couple of hours of us calling. When we called they gave us a 2 hour window and arrived within it. It took the serviceman literally 5 minutes to fix the problem. He told us that we could get the same tool he uses at Home Depot which was helpful. We had another drain issue so we asked him if they charge by the job or by the hour. They charge by the job so he recommended that we buy a specific drain cleaner first from Home Depot and if it didn't work, we could call him back (for another charge). We appreciated that he was trying to help us save money first and not selling more services.
Description of Work: Cleared a clogged toilet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$111.5
Wayne Y.
11/2007
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They did an excellent job. They came as scheduled and stayed late into the evening to try to complete their job as soon as possible.
Description of Work: They found two major problems with the sewage drain pipe under the building. One section of pipe was totally cracked apart. Another section was clogged by rocks. They dug under the building and front sidewalk. They worked from 8:00 am until 9:00 pm for two days. They had anywhere from 4 to 8 people working on the repair for two days. Then they repaired the sidewalk.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000
SARA S.
11/2007
5.0
plumbing, water heater repair
+ 0 more
It went very well. The water heater filters were cleaned; this was explained to us so that we can do the maintenance ourselves. The hoses to the washing machine were switched as the washer was getting warm water when it should not. The hoses were not very easy to get to. The kitchen sink faucet was adjusted (rotated 90 degrees) so that less water splashed up on the backsplash.
Description of Work: The plumbers came to inspect the tankless water heater which was not always heating our water consistently. They also dealt with a number of other smaller problems. They were very knowledgeable, helpful.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$112
ADRIAN B.
11/2007
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
I scheduled a return visit in four days, on Friday around 3 PM. The part arrived Friday morning, just in time. I waited until about 4:30 and they had not shown up. I called and was told there had been a scheduling mix-up, but that they WOULD come out when they were available, which turned out to be a few hours later. They spent a few hours struggling with the replacement part and finally said it must be defective, as they could not get it to fit. The gasket was transferred from the new stem to the old one, and this seemed to fix the problem. Overall they were courteous and pleasant. However, the leak began again the next day. :( Ultimately I had to call a Jacuzzi repair service to do the job.
Description of Work: The gasket on a Jacuzzi bathtub hot water valve stem had gone bad and needed to be replaced. I called and described the problem in detail. They said it should be no problem. They came out and said they did not have the part. They advised me it would be less expensive for me to buy the part myself and they would come back to fix the leak then. They were on time for this first visit and did not charge me, since they did no work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Nicola T.
10/2007
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
We had a recurring smell that seemed to emanate from under the house. Sean came and looked at the sewer pipe and suggested that there was a build-up of "gunk" around the pipe that was causing this smell. He came back later the same day and hydro-jetted the pipe and then (for free) checked the pipe with a video camera. Sean was absolutely wonderful; he was extremely knowledgeable, realistic in his assessment, polite, punctual and a pleasure to deal with. The smell has now gone, which is huge relief and Sean even called a couple of days later to check how everything was. I can't recommend him highly enough. I will absolutely hire ACE (and hopefully Sean) for all my plumbing jobs.
Description of Work: Hydro-jet blast washing of the sewer pipes to clear back log and smell.
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Service Categories
Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Natural Gas Lines,
Wells and Pumps,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Excavating,
Water Coolers,
Septic Systems
FAQ
Ace Plumbing & Rooter is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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