No Hot Water in San Diego, CA
No hot water? Here's how to diagnose the problem and who to call.
San Diego County15 plumbers available
Best No Hot Water Pros in San Diego
#2
Water Heaters Only, Inc
4.9No Hot Water: 94/100
“Excellent quality solder joints, pipes level and professional, super friendly.”
#3Strong Hire
Remedy Rooter
5No Hot Water: 90/100
“What set Remedy Rooter apart was their incredible attention to detail. I had two other plumbers out previously who didn't even bother to look at the water heater! Remedy Rooter, on the other hand, did a thorough investigation and correctly identified the issue.”
All No Hot Water Pros in San Diego
San Diego Plumbing Heating Air
4.3·18 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Significantly undercuts competitor pricing: one reviewer received…
Fast response during business hours: text responses in under 60…
High-quality workmanship: drywall repair completed seamlessly,…
Honest diagnostics: owner confirmed customer's troubleshooting…
Concerns
Critical emergency response failure: 1 of 5 reviews documents…
Unrelated vehicle incident: employee allegedly hit-and-run on…
Communication breakdown on emergency repairs: property manager…
“Quoted me less than half the price of big name company”
Water Heaters Only, Inc
4.9·579 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
5 of 5 reviews praise professional installation quality and…
4 of 5 reviews highlight proactive communication:…
On-time arrival and responsive emergency quoting confirmed in 2…
Pricing competitive: 2 reviews explicitly state Water Heaters…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify consistent weaknesses—all 5 reviews…
“Excellent quality solder joints, pipes level and professional, super friendly.”
Remedy Rooter
5·325 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Weekend water heater replacement completed same-day despite…
Multi-service depth: gas leak, drain, tankless flush, and gas…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“What set Remedy Rooter apart was their incredible attention to detail.”
JG Water Heaters, Filtration and Plumbing
5·242 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
No-upsell posture explicitly praised: tech Steve described as…
Emergency toilet flood resolved within a couple of hours;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Steve at JG Water Heaters helped me from beginning to end with replacing my water heater.”
Bill Howe Plumbing, Heating & Air, Restoration & Flood Services
4.8·5.4k reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Workmanship cited in 3 of 5 analyzed reviews;
fair_pricing=1 and cheap-plumber=2 in service mentions;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“The price was very reasonable with a lot of warranty options.”
Quality Rooter & Plumbing
4.9·54 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Property manager with multiple properties uses Quality Rooter as…
Fast water heater response
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“From setting up the appt to the final bag of trash going out the door 5 star service!! Love working with a small locally…”
El Cajon Plumbing
4.4·13 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.4Google
Strengths
Friday-night emergency water heater response: answered phone same…
fast_response theme in 2 of 5 reviews;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“A leak formed where two pipes connected under the sink. Their experts replaced the worn connector.”
GPS Plumbing
4.5·33 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.5Google
Strengths
Weekend emergency documented: commercial water heater failed at…
On-time arrival and no upselling: drain cleaning and toilet…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“They did a drain cleaning and toilet repair/replacement, and the entire experience was fantastic from start to…”
Get Rooter & Plumbing
4.9·297 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Workmanship cited in 3 of 5 analyzed reviews;
Night-time responsiveness confirmed;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Very quick to response even at night time. Very happy with the services they provided.”
Voyager Plumbing
4.9·205 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Complex multi-trade jobs handled: after a post-Christmas slab…
Scheduling responsiveness is sharp: message sent at 0700,…
Upfront quoting and no cost surprises: Brandon provides free…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“I sent a message about 0700 by 0800 someone called to schedule a guy to Come out to check out what is going on”
San Diego Emergency Plumbing & Leak Detection
4.7·47 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Contacted at 12:22pm, plumbing issue resolved by 2:00pm
Gas line capping quoted lower than competing plumbers;
Eduardo cited by name in 2 separate reviews for above-and-beyond…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Eduardo showed up and was amazing. Knowledgeable and friendly even when all the kids wanted to see.”
TLC Plumbing Inc.
4.5·31 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Strong workmanship quality: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly praise…
Fast emergency response when engaged: 2 reviews highlight…
Long-term customer retention: one customer used TLC for 13…
Concerns
Possible recent operational collapse: single 2026 review reports…
Severe callback delays: 3-day wait for emergency water heater…
“impressed with their obvious concern for quality work”
“Waited 3 days for a callback for failed water heater”
Anderson Plumbing, Heating & Air
4.8·4.5k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day dispatch and technician follow-through cited in 2 of 5…
Technician communication quality noted in 3 of 5 analyzed…
Concerns
Non-itemized $42,000 HVAC replacement quote delivered after tech…
Only 5 reviews analyzed from 4,493 total;
“We had a leaky shower valve at one of our rental houses and called Anderson Plumbing.”
“We had our HVAC tune-up service today. The tech left greasy finger prints all over the access panel.”
Perry Plumbing & Pipelining
4.9·880 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Exceptional same-day and rapid emergency response—multiple…
Specialized expertise in older homes and difficult sewer problems…
Outstanding communication and transparency—4 reviews highlight…
Reasonable pricing relative to competitors—one reviewer…
“The pricing was always very reasonable..He was able to bust through roots.”
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
A-1 Plumbing Sewer & Drain Experts
4.9·158 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner-operator Todd answers calls after 10 PM and dispatches…
Avoids unnecessary upsells
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Todd was super responsive and had someone out to our property within an hour.”
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 San Diego during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in San Diego County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in San Diego?
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 San Diego 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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