Total Underground Construction
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Two reviews (April 11 and April 12, 2023) are near identical word for word, suggesting a possible duplicate submission or coordinated posting — worth noting given the small review pool of 14
Trust Score: 88/100 · Based on 6 reviews
Our Verdict
#4 of 16 in san leandro
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Budget-conscious homeowners
- Drain and sewer work
- Whole-house repiping
No major caveats
Hire if: You need transparent, predictable pricing with no surprise fees
Hire if: You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
Caution if: You need warranty-grade work on a complex or high-stakes install
Caution if: You need guaranteed sub-hour response for true emergencies
How they score across what matters
Based on 14 reviews analyzed. Click a row for the quote that best illustrates the score.
What they do well (and don’t)
Green means reviews confirm they’re good at it. Red means reviewers flag issues. Gray means no reviews talk about it yet.
What 6 Reviews Tell Us
Emergency Response
Same-day or within-hours response documented in at least 4 reviews, including one arrival within 20 minutes of a call
Emergency and same-day calls
What To Watch Out For
Not enough data to identify weaknesses — all 13 valid reviews are 5-star with no negative experiences reported
Two reviews (April 11 and April 12, 2023) are near identical word for word, suggesting a possible duplicate submission or coordinated posting — worth noting given the small review pool of 14
Communication
End-to-end communication praised across nearly every review: crew explains what they're doing, follows up after job completion, and in one case proactively told a customer how to fix the problem themselves for free
Pricing
Transparent, fair pricing cited by multiple reviewers — two specifically note final bill matched or beat initial quote despite unexpected complications
Customer reviews
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When our water heater broke, our regular HVAC service said our old galvanized water lines were badly corroded and needed to be entirely replaced with copper. We inquired of several firms and Total Underground really came through for us. They were prompt and knowledgeable, got the work done with minimal inconvenience to our household and constantly kept us advised what was being done. Joe, Bill and their crew were positive and helpful throughout. They earned our highest praise!
I had a leak under my house and Joe came out within hours of me reaching out. They recommended I replace the galvanized pipes and they had the job done within 24 hours. Him and his team were very professional and spotted some other issues that needed attention along the way. They have a lot of experience and let me know what was happening every step of the way.
The service is best in class, fast and reliable. I would recommend this staff for sure. They are highly polite and professional.
I recently used the services provided by Total UC, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with my experience. From start to finish, Jo and the team were incredibly professional, attentive, and genuinely invested in ensuring my needs were met. The quality of their services exceeded my expectations. They demonstrated a deep understanding of their field and provided expert guidance throughout the process. The customer service was outstanding; they were always prompt in responding to my inquiries and went above and beyond to address any concerns I had. I was particularly impressed with their attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results. The final outcome was exactly what I was hoping for, and I could see the effort and dedication that went into every aspect of their work. I highly recommend Jo and Total UC to anyone in need of their services. They have earned my trust and future business. Thank you for an exceptional experience!
I was leaving the Bay Area after 30 years and my house was 115 years old. As expected, I failed an inspection required by City of San Mateo's lateral sewer line ordinance (enacted in 2020). I contacted a very large plumbing outfit suggested by my realtor, but they gave me a very large estimate. Later that night, someone recommended Joe at Total Underground Construction (funnily enough it was a Lyft driver who heard my sob story and had a similar experience). Joe assessed the situation and gave me a lower quote with a few contingencies for stuff he couldn't see until excavating. To my surprise, the contingent items weren't necessary and the quote held. Work was performed impeccably and quickly. Permits and all phases were perfectly sequenced, and we passed inspection. Now I can sell the house. Joe is very experienced and a good guy - total pro. If you're ever in this situation, don't stress - just contact this company.
We had a clogged main sewer line that needed replacing and our neighbor recommended Joe and Orlando. They immediately came out to assess the situation and proposed a cost effective solution. Right away, they came off as two guys who really enjoyed their work. After accepting the project, they took the extra steps to drive out that night to get the sewer line in a passable condition for the few days until the start of the project so we would not be without water and this was all done free of charge with the project. For comparison, other plumbers I've worked with have charged me even for using the camera to look at the line. During the project, they had 4 guys working and were able to complete the sewer line replacement in a single day. On top of all this, their price was extremely reasonable. Highly recommend them and would definitely call on them for future plumbing needs.
I had a clogged main sewer line that needed replacing and my neighbor recommended Joe and Orlando. They immediately came out to assess the situation and proposed a cost effective solution. Right away, they came off as two guys who really enjoyed their work. After accepting the project, they took the extra steps to drive out that night to get the sewer line in a passable condition for the few days until the start of the project so we would not be without water and this was all done free of charge with the project. For comparison, other plumbers I've worked with have charged me even for using the camera to look at the line. During the project, they had 4 guys working and were able to complete the sewer line replacement in a single day. On top of all this, their price was extremely reasonable. Highly recommend them and would definitely call on them for future plumbing needs.
Sooo liiike... I don't know a damn thing about plumbing. Couldn't tell you how to shut off the water if my life depended on it. All I know is that a person like me who has absolutely no clue about any of that is probably an ideal customer for a greedy tradesmen. However, that was not the case with Total UG. Matter of fact, I called them and explained the problem with my boyfriend's sink. I was expecting a quote, but Joe actually told me exactly what we could do to fix it ourselves with just a cheap tool we could find on Amazon. I was so surprised he did that and yes, it worked like a charm! A few months later when my boyfriend had a water leakage issue in a different bathroom, Joe and his team were a no-brainer! We're in the midst of that right now and it's been smooth sailing. I know we're in good hands... or should I say good pipes? (pause) LOL thanks again Total UG!
I met Joe from Total Underground Construction when my neighbor was having all her pipes replaced. He was friendly and professional. I kept his number just in case I would need help in the future. That day came this week! My landlords handyman had tried to replace my corroded PVC that was leaking. It caused a host of problems with the water pressure in the house. I called Joe and he was at my house within 20 minutes! He was able to fix the problem and explain what was going on with great knowledge. He even followed up the next day to confirm things were back to normal. Highly recommend!!
Total Underground Construction did an Amazing job! They installed a 100 foot pipe, 15 feet down with a 45 degree turn. It was an incredibly huge job. The job was done professionally, fast, efficiently and successfully. Joe and Orlando were professional, helpful and always there to answer my questions. I would not hesitate a second to highly recommend them. You will be so happy to have them do your work for you. They are the BEST!
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Joe was up front about cost, schedule, and was careful make sure that the job was truly necessary. His crew was thorough, prompt, and great to interact with. They rolled with some unexpected hiccups on our end. Highly recommended.
Joe and his team were great. We needed a pipe dug out of a concrete driveway in order to clear the sewer line. Joe explained everything and the work was done in one day.
Excellent services that are highly recommended Will suggest them to anyone at any time, anyplace, at any hour to remedy anything else I discovered at the last minute.
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Total Underground Construction