Kitchen Remodel Plumbing in San Rafael, CA
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Best Kitchen Remodel Plumbing Pros in San Rafael
#1Conditional Hire
L.J. Kruse Company
4.9Kitchen Remodel Plumbing: 97/100
“Courteous, listened to my ideas, worked fast and clean.”
#3Conditional Hire
Plumbing Pro | Vallejo
4.2Kitchen Remodel Plumbing: 94/100
“delivered everything promised, completed smoothly and efficiently”
All Kitchen Remodel Plumbing Pros in San Rafael
L.J. Kruse Company
4.9·275 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast emergency response: technician arrived within 24 hours of…
5 of 5 reviews praise detailed, patient explanations of technical…
Consistent workmanship quality: multiple reviewers highlight…
Responsive to short-notice requests and emergency calls
Concerns
Pricing calibration issue: one reviewer reported quote based on…
Afterglow Heating and Plumbing
4.9·76 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: fitted in same-day service…
Deep expertise in complex hydronic systems: 4 of 5 reviews…
Transparent communication throughout project: 3 reviewers…
Attention to detail and cleanliness: multiple reviews mention…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses: all 5 analyzed reviews…
Plumbing Pro | Vallejo
4.2·10 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.2Google
Strengths
Exceptional same-day or rapid emergency response: 8 reviews…
Consistently fair and transparent pricing: 7 reviews praise…
Expert workmanship on complex/older homes: 5 reviews highlight…
Thorough communication and customer education: 6 reviews note…
Concerns
Emergency pricing friction: 2 mentions (same review ID…
Inconsistent online response: 1 review explicitly states plumber…
Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services
4.9·171 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
5 of 5 reviewers praise professionalism, courtesy, and…
Exceptional problem-solving on difficult jobs: 2 reviews…
Thorough cleanup and respect for homes: 3 reviewers mention…
Clear communication and education: 3 reviewers note explanations…
Concerns
Project timelines can extend significantly: 1 review documents 2+…
S Waters Plumbing
5·237 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Sunday-night emergency response cited
Transparent quoting praised as 'fair and transparent' with…
Multi-decade customer retention
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.6k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day and after-hours response is documented
7 weekend/emergency mentions including Sunday squeeze-in slots…
Concerns
32 of 100 sampled reviews are 1-star
Pricing complaints are recurring
Dispatch communication has been called out
The Plumbing Two
4.9·58 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
True 24-hour emergency response
Communication discipline
Repeat-customer trust
Concerns
Finish-work polish noted as weak in one 3-star
GTO. Plumbing and rooter
4.9·64 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Significantly undercuts competitor estimates—one review notes…
Same-day or next-day emergency response—3 of 5 reviews explicitly…
Thorough documentation with step-by-step photos and…
All 5 reviews are 5-star ratings with 64 Google reviews averaging…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Advanced Plumbing & Drain
4.9·719 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
5-minute on-site arrival for a multi-unit building emergency;
Holiday + weekend dispatch documented: Christmas-day faucet…
Fair-price perception explicit: Tim (dispatch) + Alex did 'quick…
Concerns
One reviewer flagged service as expensive…
Discount Plumbing Rooter Services
4.9·2.9k reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Multiple named techs called out positively (Saul, Carlos, Mike,…
Difficult-access leak repair completed within an hour despite…
Dispatcher Magda + clean communication called out on a garbage…
Concerns
Same 4-star reviewer flagged worn-out torch and missing basic…
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.7·3.4k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care4.7Google
Strengths
Expert workmanship: 2 of 5 reviews highlight technicians going…
Fast emergency response: Technician arrived within 2 hours…
Clear communication when present: 2 of 5 reviews specifically…
Concerns
2 of 5 reviews report significant scheduling failures…
Billing ethics concern: Customer with disabilities was asked to…
Poor follow-up communication: Reviewer reported no return call…
Smart Rooter & Plumbing
5·27 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Sunday and after-hours response
Transparent pricing reinforced
Post-job follow-up — Sam followed up weeks later to verify repair…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Munoz services
4.9·54 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day callbacks even when others ghosted
No-charge honest diagnosis cited
Sunday-night main-drain emergency cleared inside 30 minutes after…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Heise's Plumbing
4.9·1.6k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Repair-over-replace ethic
Late-night flooding emergency dispatched immediately with clean…
Next-day appointments for non-emergency spigot work, on-time…
Concerns
$350/hour rate explicitly described as 'on the higher side' by a…
Big Smile Plumbing
5·99 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Rolando often arrives within minutes of a call
Sewer-lateral pricing came in significantly lower than three…
Multiple reviewers describe weekend and short-notice work
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Common Kitchen Remodel Plumbing Scenarios
Sink Relocation
Moving the kitchen sink to an island or new wall requires rerouting supply lines and drain/vent piping through the floor or walls.
Dishwasher Installation
Connecting water supply, drain, and air gap for a new or relocated dishwasher. Proper drain connections prevent backflow into the sink.
Gas Line for Range
Installing or relocating a gas line for a range or cooktop. Requires pressure testing and code compliance inspection.
Pot Filler Installation
Running a cold water line to a wall-mounted pot filler above the stove. Requires in-wall plumbing and a dedicated shutoff valve.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does kitchen remodel plumbing cost in San Rafael, CA?
Kitchen plumbing for a remodel in San Rafael typically costs $1,000-$4,000 for fixture replacement in existing locations. Moving the sink, adding a dishwasher line, or running gas for a range can push costs to $3,000-$8,000. Get plumbing quotes before finalizing your kitchen layout.
When should the plumber be involved in a kitchen remodel?
Involve your plumber during the design phase — before demolition starts. Plumbing constraints (drain locations, vent stack positions, gas line routing) heavily influence what's feasible and affordable in your kitchen layout.
Can I move my kitchen sink to an island?
Yes, but it requires running drain and vent lines through the floor — more complex and expensive than a wall-adjacent sink. An island sink in your San Rafael home may also need an air admittance valve. Discuss with a plumber before committing to the layout.
Do I need a permit for kitchen plumbing in Marin County?
Yes — any plumbing modifications beyond simple fixture swaps require a permit in Marin County. Moving supply lines, drains, or gas lines all require permit and inspection. Your plumber should handle this.
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