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Plumbing problem? Our crew picks up 24/7.
Leaks, clogs, water heaters and sewer lines across the Bay Area. Licensed, insured and based in Oakland.
New customers get 10% off their first service. Mention the website when you call. See all offers
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Recent jobs our customers reviewed
Jobs summarized from reviews posted on Yelp in 2026.
Read what they saidClog flooding the driveway
Jeffrey J., Oakland
Backup cleared, shown on camera
Jeff J., Hayward
Sump pump for water under the house
Cheryl R., Oakland
Garbage disposal replaced
Jackie R., Walnut Creek
Weekend emergency
Mary S., San Francisco
Water heater replaced and brought up to code
James P., Berkeley
What we fix
From a dripping faucet to a sewer line under the street. Pick the problem to see how we handle it.
Emergency plumbingBurst pipes, sewage backups, overflowing toilets. Open 24 hours, 7 days.
Drain cleaningSinks, tubs, toilets and main lines cleared. Camera inspection when it keeps coming back.
Water heatersRepair and replacement for gas tank and tankless water heaters, installed to code.
Sewer linesRoots, breaks and backups found on camera. Sewer lateral repair and replacement.
Leaks & water linesPipe leaks, water service lines, pressure regulators, filters and softeners.
Toilets, faucets & disposalsRepairs and installs for toilets, faucets, sinks, showers and garbage disposals.
How a job goes
Four steps, each one backed by a customer’s own words.
- 1
You call or text
Day or night. Tell us what’s happening, and send a photo if it helps.
“They responded on the first call and gave text updates.”
Jeff J., Hayward, on Yelp - 2
We find the cause
We diagnose before we fix. For drains and sewers that can mean a camera down the line, so you see it too.
“He then ran a camera through the line and showed me exactly what was causing the backup: tree roots had intruded into the sewer pipe.”
Natalye B., Oakland, on Yelp - 3
You get the price first
We explain the fix and what it costs before any work starts. No hidden fees.
“Estimates were accurate and totally transparent.”
Connie B., San Francisco, on Yelp - 4
We fix it and clean up
Shoe covers on, work area cleaned, and everything tested before we leave.
“They wore shoe covers in the house and cleaned up thoroughly afterward.”
Claude Q., Union City, on Yelp
676 reviews. Here are a few.
“I had a weekend emergency and they were at my house in 30 minutes.”
Mary S., San FranciscoWeekend emergency, “Called AB's Plumbing Service for a clog flooding out our driveway. They came out within 45min. … Ab, Issac and Omar were very knowledgeable and helpful. They are considerate about pricing.”
Jeffrey J., OaklandClog flooding the driveway, “I called AB's Plumbing Services at around 10 PM, and Abraham responded within 10 minutes. … Not only did they replace the water heater, but they also updated all the fittings to bring everything up to code.”
James P., BerkeleyWater heater replaced and brought up to code, “They snaked the pipe and cleared out all the grease and oil buildup that was causing the problem. Even better, they took the time to explain how to prevent it from happening again, which I really appreciated. … They wore shoe covers in the house and cleaned up thoroughly afterward.”
Claude Q., Union CityClogged kitchen sink cleared, “He told me he'd be there within about an hour, and he was. … He then ran a camera through the line and showed me exactly what was causing the backup: tree roots had intruded into the sewer pipe.”
Natalye B., OaklandSewer backup from tree roots, “These guys are terrific. Every time they come over, they outdo themselves. I wish I could give them ten stars.”
Avi J., AlbanyThree outdoor faucets replaced,
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“They snaked the pipe and cleared out all the grease and oil buildup that was causing the problem. Even better, they took the time to explain how to prevent it from happening again, which I really appreciated. … They wore shoe covers in the house and cleaned up thoroughly afterward.”
Claude Q., Union CityClogged kitchen sink cleared, “He told me he'd be there within about an hour, and he was. … He then ran a camera through the line and showed me exactly what was causing the backup: tree roots had intruded into the sewer pipe.”
Natalye B., OaklandSewer backup from tree roots, “These guys are terrific. Every time they come over, they outdo themselves. I wish I could give them ten stars.”
Avi J., AlbanyThree outdoor faucets replaced,
Real jobs, real photos
No stock photos. These are jobs our crew has done around the Bay Area.

New drain line trenched through a commercial kitchen 
Tankless water heater installed on a shingle wall 
Sewer connection at the street, patched and coned off 
Gas water heater replaced, strapped and vented 
Kitchen sink and faucet, with a filtered-water tap
A local crew, not a call center.
AB’s Plumbing is a family-owned plumbing company from Oakland. Our crew works on houses, apartment buildings and restaurants all over the Bay Area, and we’re on call around the clock.
“Ab, Issac and Omar were very knowledgeable and helpful. They are considerate about pricing.”
- Based in
- Oakland
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
- License
- Licensed and insured in California
- Estimates
- Free, with the price before any work starts
- Payment
- Cash, credit cards and Zelle
- Languages
- English and Spanish
- Accessibility
- ASL proficient
- On Yelp
- 4.9 stars from 676 reviews
Serving all of the San Francisco Bay Area
Our crew is based in Oakland, right in the middle of the Bay. From here we cover San Francisco and the Peninsula, the East Bay, the South Bay, and the North Bay from Marin to Vallejo.
See every city we serveNot sure about your address? Call and ask
Get a free estimate
Tell us what’s going on and we’ll call you back. If something is flooding or backing up right now, calling is fastest.
Rather talk to someone?
Call (510) 753-8649Or text us a photo of the problem. Hablamos español.
Email us at contact@abs-plumbingservices.com
New customers get 10% off their first service. Mention the website when you call.
Questions people ask before they call
How fast can you get here?
It depends on where you are and what’s going on, but for emergencies we head out right away. Reviewers regularly mention the crew arriving within the hour.
Are you really open 24/7?
Yes. Call any time, including nights and weekends.
Will I know the price before you start?
Yes. We look at the problem, explain what’s going on, and give you a price before any work starts. Estimates are free.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. AB’s Plumbing is licensed and insured in California.
Can you show me what’s wrong with my drain or sewer line?
Yes. For drain and sewer problems we can run a camera through the line and show you on screen what’s causing it.
Do you work on apartment buildings and businesses?
Yes. Along with houses, our crew works on apartment buildings, restaurants and other commercial spaces.
How can I pay?
Cash, credit card or Zelle.
Do you speak Spanish?
Yes. Our crew speaks English and Spanish, so call or text in whichever you prefer. The main pages of this site are also in Spanish.
