At Oak Plumbing, our motto is: Bringing service back to the plumbing industry. What does that mean? Our founder has over 20 years of experience in the plumbing industry, having served residential, commercial, and industrial customers. During this time, he witnessed first-hand the decline in customer service over the years, which prompted him to found Oak Plumbing in 2016.
Our number one priority here at Oak Plumbing is to provide every customer with the highest level of customer service possible while still delivering top-notch plumbing services at affordable prices.
If you’ve ever been treated poorly by a contractor, call Oak Plumbing and find out why we’re so highly rated.
Be sure to check out our financing options if you have financial concerns about an upcoming repair or installation.
Our Electric & Gas Water Heater Services
You and your family depend on having hot water on-demand every day, and your water heater works hard to provide it. However, your water heater won’t last forever. Fortunately, most water heaters give off signs warning you that things are starting to go wrong. So, be on the lookout for the following symptoms of a failing water heater.
- Water pooling around the base of the tank.
- Rust-colored water in your sinks or toilets.
- Unusual sounds like rumbling or banging coming from inside the tank.
- The water heater constantly powers on and off.
- The water temperature is inconsistent.
Our fully-stocked van contains everything we need to quickly and accurately diagnose and repair your water heater problem. Whether you own a gas or electric water heater, call Oak Plumbing at the first sign of trouble for same-day service.
How to Maintain Your Water Heater for Peak Performance
If you have a large family with high hot water demands, you must take time every year to perform maintenance on your water heater to ensure it provides you with the hot water you want when you want it. The most cost-effective way to keep your water heater running efficiently, and avoid costly emergency repairs, is to call Oak Plumbing as your water heater maintenance company. We’ll service your water heater every year to ensure it’s running at its optimal level and to catch minor problems before they morph into major ones later.
Water heater maintenance includes:
- Testing the pressure relief valve.
- Checking the anode rod.
- Flushing the tank to clear out sediment.
- Checking for leaks.
Regardless of what plumbing problem you have, contact us first!
When to Call a Drain Cleaning Company
When Orinda residents face slow or clogged drains, many of them reach for home remedies like plungers or chemical drain cleaners. However, plungers often can’t get deep enough to remove the clog, and chemical cleaners are hazardous to your health and can damage plumbing.
A better solution to restoring your drains to proper working order is to call a residential plumber for help. Here are the most significant benefits of hiring a pro.
- Gets Rid of Foul Odors: Have you noticed rotten odors coming out of your drains? Even if you use an air freshener, this only masks the problem. Drain odors are usually caused by rotting food stuck deep in the pipe, although it could be a more severe problem. A professional will get to the root of the problem and fix it quickly, so your drains aren’t so stinky anymore.
- Speeds up Slow Drains: Drains clog gradually, which means that the water flow gets slower and slower over time. Fixing slow drains before they stop completely saves you from having to call for emergency repairs and ensures your pipes are always free-flowing.
- Safely Removes Clogs: If your drain is completely blocked, you may need professional help to clear them safely. As mentioned, chemical cleaners can harm your pipes, which leads to leaks and bursts. Our technicians use drain augers and hydro jetting to safely and thoroughly remove clogs.
- Identify More Serious Problems: One of the most significant benefits of regular drain cleaning is that the professional plumber can find other issues besides the clog that may be lurking in your system. Some of these problems may take months to develop into full-blown catastrophes, but catching and fixing them now prevents the cost and inconvenience later.
