Plumbing Care Inc
Plumber · San Leandro, CA · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Across 89 reviews analyzed, professionalism dominates (themeCounts.professional=51) and fast_response is cited 23 times; water-heater is the standout service (16 mentions).
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Ranked #1 of 15 plumbers we've reviewed in Newark, CA · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 89 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.
What reviewers praise
fast_response cited in 23 of 89 analyzed reviews — techs repeatedly arrive on time and diagnose quickly
1 cited review
“Mitko was the assigned plumbing technician assigned to my house to investigate the source of an internal leak... He arrived on time... quickly found the issue. Once identified, made quick work of replacing the damaged section of pipe.”
Cited in 2 of the 89 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
Water-heater work is the top specialty (16 mentions), including tankless installs praised for detail
Cited in 3 of the 89 reviews we analyzed.
Reviewers single out clear explanation of the problem and options before work begins
1 cited review
“Needed after hours help with cracked irragation line. The tech was very responsive and friendly to deal with. His communication on solutions for repair and costs were very good”
Cited in 2 of the 89 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
What reviewers report — the concerns
Other directories bury these. We think you should read them before you call. Every concern below comes from the reviews it cites.
Only 2 of 89 analyzed reviews mention pricing as fair, so cost transparency is thinly documented
Cited in 1 of the 89 reviews we analyzed.
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 1 of the 89 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Positive
“We had an excellent experience with this plumber. From start to finish, he was professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable. He quickly diagnosed the issue, explained the problem clearly, and completed the repair efficiently and neatly. What really stood out was his attention to detail and the pride he takes in his work. He left everything clean and made sure everything was functioning perfectly before …”
“Hristo Ivanov from Plumbing Care INC is absolutely outstanding. From start to finish, he was professional, punctual, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the issue clearly, offered practical solutions, and completed the job efficiently with great attention to detail. What really sets Hristo apart is his honesty and workmanship — no shortcuts, no upselling, just quality work done right the first …”
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The rating picture
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
Across platforms
Should you hire Plumbing Care Inc?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Complex installs and remodels
- Water heater install/repair
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 rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
- You need detailed walkthroughs and written estimates before work starts
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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