1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration
Plumber · Encinitas, CA · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
4.8 stars on 120 Google reviews; 5 analyzed are all 5-star — repipe of entire house completed ahead of schedule at exact quoted cost, bathroom remodel with subcontractor coordination, and repeat use across two full home renovation projects confirm multi-trade depth.
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Our opinion, based on the 5 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jun 2026 · How we decide ↗
Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.
Only 5 reviews analyzed — treat this assessment as a first impression, not a track record.
What reviewers praise
Whole-house repipe (PEX throughout) completed ahead of schedule at exactly the quoted price — started day after closing despite Thanksgiving holiday timing
1 cited review
“1st Choice Plumbing re-piped the entire house for me prior to moving in and they did a great job. They were quick to come to the property and provide an estimate and they started work the day after closing. The job was done sooner that I expected even though it was around the Thanksgiving holidays and the cost was exactly the amount they quoted me in the estimate.”
Full bathroom remodel including subcontractor scheduling (painting, cabinetry, countertops) — team worked around homeowner schedule and stayed ahead of timeline
1 cited review
“1st choice plumbing is Awesome! Everyone is very respectful and very good at what they do! I've had a hot water heater installed, a whole A/C and furnace put in and as of lately they did a complete bathroom remodel because I had a shower pan leak from the previous owners trying to DIY the downstairs bathroom and didn't hot mop it. First choice took care of everything including setting up and scheduling all subcontractors. They were able to work around my schedule and always showed the upmost respect when working at the house.”
Multiple repeat customers across whole home renovation projects — knowledgeable intake process with Michael covering all options before dispatch
1 cited review
“1st Choice Plumbing exceeded my expectations in every way. When I initially contacted them about my plumbing needs, I spoke with Michael who was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. He took the time to listen to my concerns, explain the various options available to me, and ultimately helped me decide on the best course of action for my home.”
Cited in 2 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
What reviewers report — the concerns
We looked for patterns of complaints in the 5reviews we analyzed and didn't find any. That's rare — but it's a reading of published reviews, not a guarantee.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Positive
“I was referred to 1st Choice Plumbing through a friend and I couldn't be more impressed with their professionalism, expertise, and overall quality of service. From start to finish, 1st Choice Plumbing exceeded my expectations in every way. When I initially contacted them about my plumbing needs, I spoke with Michael who was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. He took the time to listen to my concerns, explain the …”
“First I’d like to start out by saying that 1st choice plumbing is Awesome! Everyone is very respectful and very good at what they do! I’ve had a hot water heater installed, a whole A/C and furnace put in and as of lately they did a complete bathroom remodel because I had a shower pan leak from the previous owners trying to DIY the downstairs bathroom and didn’t hot mop it. First choice took care of everything …”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 120 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
Should you hire 1st Choice Plumbing, Flood & Restoration?
Best for
- Budget-conscious homeowners
- Complex installs and remodels
- Whole-house repiping
- Bathroom and kitchen remodel plumbing
Hire if
- You need high-quality work that holds up over time
- You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
Think twice if
- You need guaranteed sub-hour response for true emergencies
- You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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