No Hot Water in Folsom, CA
No hot water? Here's how to diagnose the problem and who to call.
Sacramento County15 plumbers available
Best No Hot Water Pros in Folsom
#1Strong Hire
New Flow Plumbing
4.9No Hot Water: 98/100
“purchased and installed it in 3hrs. Absolutely flawless!”
#2Strong Hire
Bud's Plumbing, Heating & Air
4.9No Hot Water: 96/100
“Stayed on top of it till they came up with a solution and resolved it.”
All No Hot Water Pros in Folsom
New Flow Plumbing
4.9·380 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+7 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews specifically…
Thorough communication and diagnosis: 4 of 5 reviews highlight…
Fast job completion: 2 reviews mention rapid turnaround (3 hours…
Fair pricing acknowledged: 2 reviews explicitly mention…
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Bud's Plumbing, Heating & Air
4.9·507 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional responsiveness on emergency calls: text confirmation…
Avoids unnecessary upselling and expensive quick-fixes;
Thorough communication during work: technicians explain each step…
Persistence on complex jobs: technician dug up buried cleanout…
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Kings Plumbing
5·51 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
5 of 5 reviews praise fast response times and same-day/next-day…
All 5 reviews confirm pricing is fair and competitive;
4 of 5 reviews highlight professional crew conduct, cleanliness,…
Dennis mentioned by name in 3 reviews as reliable point of…
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D. Martel Plumbing Service & Repair
4.7·102 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
4 of 5 reviews praise exceptional responsiveness—same-day or…
4 of 5 reviews highlight professional workmanship and attention…
3 of 5 reviews specifically mention fair/honest pricing…
Strong customer loyalty—2 reviews from repeat customers who…
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews documents manipulative sales tactics: technician…
One review (20% of sample) reports aggressive pressure to upsell…
The Plumbing Pros
5·800 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
5 of 5 reviews praise same-day or ahead-of-schedule service;
All 5 reviews highlight transparency and honest communication;
Pricing described as 'reasonable' and 'fair' in 2 of 5 reviews,…
Named technicians (Joe, Dusty) consistently praised across…
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Flowrite Plumbing in Citrus Heights
4.4·16 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.4Google
Strengths
Exceptional responsiveness and problem-solving: Jesse went to the…
Transparent pricing and clear communication: 3 of 5 reviewers…
Consistently high-quality workmanship: All 5 reviews describe…
Competitive bidding: One reviewer reports Flowrite 'completely…
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Jk plumbing
5·8 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
4 of 5 reviewers praise speed and responsiveness, including…
Handles complex emergency repairs methodically—one reviewer…
Multiple reviewers explicitly mention fair pricing and positive…
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Home Care Plumbing, Inc.
5·48 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Arrives promptly and communicates arrival times clearly—all 5…
Pricing consistently described as reasonable and competitive—3…
Goes above standard scope—2 reviews highlight extra effort like…
Explains diagnostic findings and restoration clearly—2 reviews…
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Bravo Plumbing and Drain
5·131 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day service turnaround across multiple job types (water…
Pricing honesty and fairness.
Strong proactive diagnostics.
Repeat customer confidence.
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Pro-Plumbing Inc
4.9·54 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Emergency responsiveness: Arrives promptly even during holidays…
Honest pricing advice: 4 of 5 reviewers explicitly praise…
Clear communication: Multiple reviews highlight thorough…
Workmanship quality: Consistently described as professional,…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses—all 5 reviews are 5-star…
Plumbing Care Inc
4.8·416 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day or rapid emergency response: documented 20-minute…
Consistent workmanship quality across diverse jobs: water leak…
Proactive problem-solving: technician pursued alternative…
Strong communication and customer education: technicians explain…
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Shields Plumbing
5·122 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
All 5 reviews praise pricing fairness and transparency;
Strong emergency responsiveness: squeezed in next-day service for…
5 of 5 reviews mention Eduardo or Blaine by name with specific…
Multiple reviewers highlight clean, courteous workmanship…
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L&R Plumbing
4.8·39 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Rapid emergency response with same-day or next-day dispatch—5 of…
Professional communication and transparency—4 of 5 reviewers…
Exceptional cleanliness and site restoration—4 of 5 reviews…
Concerns
Pricing fairness dimension score of 0 is highly anomalous given…
Super Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air
4.9·325 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly mention rapid…
Transparent pricing that bundles typically separate charges:…
Attention to detail and integrity: 1 review documents meticulous…
Proactive customer support: office staff proactively educates…
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Mr. Drain
4.9·1.1k reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
5 of 5 reviewers praise technical expertise and workmanship…
3 of 5 reviewers highlight rapid emergency response: next-day…
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees: one reviewer explicitly…
3 of 5 reviewers specifically commend communication and…
Concerns
2 of 5 reviewers note pricing is higher than average or on the…
Common No Hot Water Scenarios
Check the Pilot Light
For gas water heaters: look through the viewing window. If the pilot is out, follow the relighting instructions on the unit. If it won't stay lit, the thermocouple may need replacing.
Check the Breaker
For electric water heaters: check if the breaker tripped. Reset it once. If it trips again, there's an electrical issue — call a plumber.
Check for Leaks
Look around the base of the water heater for pooling water. A leaking tank is urgent and may need replacement.
Wait 30 Minutes
If the water heater was recently turned off or the pilot went out, it takes 30-60 minutes to reheat. If hot water doesn't return, call a pro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I have no hot water?
Common causes: tripped breaker or blown fuse (electric), pilot light out (gas), failed thermostat, broken heating element, sediment buildup, or a leaking tank. Age is also a factor — water heaters last 8-12 years.
Is no hot water an emergency?
It's urgent but not dangerous (unlike a gas leak). In Folsom during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Sacramento County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Folsom?
Common fixes: thermostat replacement $100-$200, heating element $150-$300, thermocouple $100-$200. If the tank itself is leaking, replacement runs $1,200-$3,500 depending on type and size.
How long does water heater repair take?
Most water heater repairs in Folsom take 1-2 hours. Element or thermostat replacement is quick. Full water heater replacement takes 2-4 hours for a tank unit, 4-8 hours for tankless conversion.
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