Citrus Heights Plumbing Company handles residential and commercial plumbing for homeowners, landlords, property managers, and businesses across Citrus Heights and Sacramento County. Whether the call is for a dripping faucet, a slab leak under a concrete foundation, a full repipe, or a water heater that stopped working overnight, we scope the job on the phone and get it scheduled. With a local shop, your questions go straight to the people doing the work. We are open every day from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM, including weekends. Right diagnosis. Right repair. Right the first time.
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The plumbing done properly, start to finish, is what every job comes down to.
From century-old homes to new commercial builds, the plumbing problems we handle run the full range. A single-family home in Citrus Heights, a multi-unit rental in Sacramento County, a commercial office building, an apartment complex - the work gets the same attention regardless of property type. Code-compliant plumbing on every job is the baseline, not the exception. What changes is the scale and the access points, not the standard we hold the work to.
Slow drains and backed-up lines are among the most common calls we get. A clogged sink, a shower drain that barely moves, a toilet that backs up, or a main line that is holding water all point to blockages that need to come out, not just get pushed further down. We clear drains by snaking the line or, for stubborn blockages deeper in the system, running a hydro jet that scours the pipe wall clean. If the backup is coming up through multiple fixtures at once, that usually points to the main line rather than a single branch, and we trace it from there.
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Most homeowners can't tell a minor leak from a serious one until the water shows up somewhere it should not be. A wet cabinet under the sink, a damp patch on the ceiling, a water bill that keeps climbing - these are the signals that something in the supply or drain system has failed. We use pressure testing and electronic detection methods to find the break without tearing into walls unnecessarily. Once the source is located, we repair the section that failed. Water damage compounds fast, so the sooner a leak is confirmed and addressed, the less secondary work the repair involves.
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No hot water is one of those problems that stops a household or a business in its tracks. A service call covers the full unit: we check the heating element, thermostat, pilot assembly, and connections to find what actually failed before recommending a repair or a replacement. We work on both tank-style and tankless water heaters. If the unit is at the end of its useful life, we size the replacement to the demand at the property and handle the swap from start to finish, including the gas or water line connections.
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Bathroom and kitchen plumbing covers a wide range of individual jobs. A running toilet, a toilet that rocks or leaks at the base, a faucet that drips no matter how tight you turn it, a shower valve that has lost pressure or temperature control, a hose bib that weeps all season - each of these is a discrete repair with a clear fix. We also handle full fixture installations: new toilets, new faucets, shower heads, bathtub faucets, and outdoor faucet replacements. If you are remodeling a bathroom or updating a kitchen, we connect the new fixtures and make sure everything holds before we leave.
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The sewer line runs from the house out to the city connection, and when it backs up or fails, the whole drain system in the building stops working. We clear main line clogs, repair damaged sections, and replace lines that have collapsed or deteriorated past the point of repair. Where the site conditions allow, we use trenchless methods to minimize the digging involved. The work covers the line itself, from the cleanout at the house to the point where it meets the municipal connection. It does not extend to any tank or field beyond that point.
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A garbage disposal that hums but will not spin, one that leaks at the collar, or one that has simply stopped responding usually needs either a targeted repair or a replacement unit. We handle both. Low water pressure is a separate category of problem - it can trace back to a failing pressure-regulating valve, a partially closed shutoff, mineral buildup in the line, or a supply issue further upstream. We run a pressure diagnostic to find the cause. Shutoff valves that stick, leak, or will not close fully are a safety concern, and we replace them before they become an emergency.
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Most homeowners can't tell a minor leak from a serious one, and in Citrus Heights that gap matters more than it does in some parts of California. Post-war tract housing here sits on slab-on-grade foundations with copper supply lines cast directly into the concrete. The Sacramento Valley soil shifts seasonally, and aging pipe materials under those slabs have had decades of movement working against them. Hard water across much of Sacramento County accelerates mineral buildup inside pipes and at fixtures. These are the conditions that drive the three jobs below more than any others in this area. Fast diagnosis. A price agreed before we start. Dry floors again.
A slab leak is a break in a water supply line that runs through or beneath the concrete foundation. The signs are often subtle at first: a warm spot on the floor, a section of tile that feels damp, a water meter that keeps moving when every fixture in the house is off. In Citrus Heights, the combination of older copper lines and seasonal ground movement makes these leaks more common than in newer construction on different soil. We locate the break using pressure testing and electronic detection methods that identify the exact point of failure without opening the slab unnecessarily. Once the location is confirmed, we give you an honest recommendation on whether a targeted repair or a full repipe makes more sense for the condition of the rest of the system. Honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, is how we handle every diagnosis.
A tankless water heater heats water on demand rather than storing a tank of it. When the old tank-style unit reaches the end of its life, a tankless unit is a direct replacement on the same gas supply line and water connections. We remove the old unit, size the new one to the hot-water demand at the property, make the gas and water line connections, and test the output before the job is done. In Citrus Heights, where households run high hot-water demand through warm months and energy costs are a real consideration, the switch is one many homeowners find worth making when the replacement conversation comes up. This covers domestic hot water only.
A whole-home repipe replaces the full network of water supply lines inside the building. A significant portion of Citrus Heights housing stock dates to the mid-twentieth century, and the original pipe materials - galvanized steel, polybutylene, and early copper - degrade over time. When a slab leak recurs, or when multiple fixtures show low pressure and discolored water, the underlying pipe condition is usually the issue rather than any single joint or fitting. We assess what is in the walls, pull new lines through the structure, and restore access points when the work is complete. Clean work that leaves your home as it was found is the standard we hold every repipe to.
You shouldn't have to chase a plumber for answers, and you shouldn't have to wait until someone shows up to find out what a job will cost. When you call, we scope the work on the phone. The price is confirmed before anything is scheduled, and it covers the job as described. That applies to every type of call: a drain cleaning, a water heater replacement, a sewer line repair, a repipe estimate, or an emergency. We are open every day from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM, including weekends, and we take short-notice work when the schedule allows.
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Doing plumbing work right matters, and we'll help you get it right, whether the property is in Citrus Heights or a few miles out. We take residential and commercial calls across Sacramento County, including Fair Oaks, Carmichael, Orangevale, Rancho Cordova, Folsom, and Roseville. If you are not sure whether your address falls in our range, call and ask.
A dripping faucet and a full repipe are two different jobs, and the list of plumbing work we handle runs well beyond either. Gas line service covers the supply line that feeds a water heater, range, or other appliance - the line itself, not the appliance. We repair and install gas lines to code. Water softener and whole-house water filtration installations are worth considering across most of Sacramento County, where hard water and mineral content are a practical issue for fixtures, water heaters, and supply lines alike. We also handle backflow preventer installation and repair for commercial properties and irrigation systems, hot-water recirculation pump installation for homes where the wait at the faucet has become a problem, pressure-regulating valve installation, sump pump installation and repair, and plumbing inspections as part of a service call. Code-compliant plumbing on every job covers these services the same as it covers everything else we do.
The most common signs in Citrus Heights homes include a warm or damp spot on the floor, a water bill that has climbed without any change in usage, or the sound of running water when every fixture in the house is off. Slab construction is common in this area, and aging copper lines embedded in the concrete are a frequent source of these leaks. Call us and we will walk through what you are seeing to determine whether a detection visit makes sense.
We use pressure testing and electronic detection methods to locate the break in the line without opening the slab unnecessarily. Pressure testing isolates the affected line, and electronic detection narrows the location to a specific point beneath the foundation. Once the source is confirmed, we discuss repair options with you, whether that is a targeted repair or rerouting the line entirely.
Common signs include no hot water, water that takes much longer than usual to heat up, discolored or rusty water at the hot faucet, a unit that makes popping or rumbling sounds, or visible corrosion around the tank. In Sacramento County, hard water accelerates sediment buildup inside tank units, which shortens their effective service life. We diagnose the unit on the visit and give you an honest read on whether a repair or replacement makes more sense.
We remove the existing unit, size the replacement to the hot-water demand at the property, and connect the gas supply line and water lines to the new unit. The installation covers domestic hot water only. In this area, we also explain what periodic maintenance the heat exchanger will need to handle the moderately hard water common across Sacramento County.
If the problem is isolated to a single joint or fitting and the rest of the system is in good condition, a section repair is usually the right call. When multiple fixtures show low pressure, when discolored water comes out of several faucets, or when pinhole leaks keep recurring in different spots, the underlying pipe material is usually the issue. We assess the condition of the system on the visit and give you a straight answer on which approach makes sense.
For most supply-side repairs and installations, yes. The water supply to the affected section or to the whole property will need to be shut off while the work is done. We let you know before the visit what to expect so you can plan around the outage. For drain work only, the water supply typically stays on.
If one fixture is slow or blocked and the others are draining normally, the clog is most likely in the branch line serving that fixture. When multiple drains are backing up at the same time, or when flushing one toilet causes water to come up in another fixture, the main line is almost certainly the source. We confirm which it is on the call based on what you describe, then scope the work from there.
A persistent sewage smell indoors most often points to a dry trap, a cracked drain line, or a venting problem in the drain system. Dry traps are common in floor drains or guest bathrooms that go unused for long periods. If running water in the fixture does not clear the smell, call us and describe where the odor is strongest so we can narrow down the source.
A small camera is fed through the cleanout or a fixture opening and run through the drain line so we can see the interior of the pipe directly. The inspection identifies blockages, root intrusion, joint separation, and sections of pipe that have collapsed or deteriorated. It is the most reliable way to confirm what is happening inside a line before deciding whether cleaning, repair, or replacement is the right next step.
Low water pressure in Citrus Heights homes most commonly traces back to a failing pressure-regulating valve, mineral buildup inside the supply lines, a partially closed shutoff valve, or a slab leak that is bleeding pressure from the system. We run a pressure diagnostic to find the cause before recommending a fix. Addressing the root cause rather than the symptom keeps the pressure from dropping again after the visit.
Yes. Older homes in Citrus Heights often have shutoff valves that stick, leak, or will not close fully when needed. Replacing them is straightforward work and worth doing before a valve fails during an emergency. We also replace aging supply lines to toilets, sinks, and appliances as part of a service visit or as a standalone job.
Citrus Heights Plumbing Company is available every day from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM for residential plumbing, commercial plumbing, rental property calls, and plumbing emergencies. Whatever the job is, the call starts the same way: we scope it, confirm the price, and get it on the schedule. Schedule it. We fix it. You're flowing.
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The plumbing calls we get in Citrus Heights run from a single dripping faucet to a full repipe of a mid-century home sitting on a slab foundation. Whatever the job is, we scope it on the phone, confirm the price before anything is scheduled, and get the work done to code. The table below covers the services we handle for homeowners, landlords, and commercial properties across Sacramento County.
| Service Type | What's Included | Best For | Things to Keep in Mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drain Cleaning and Clog Removal | Snaking clogged drains, Hydro jetting stubborn blockages, Main line clearing, Multiple fixture backups | Slow drains, recurring clogs, or fixtures backing up together | When more than one fixture backs up at the same time, the main line is usually the source, not a single branch. |
| Garbage Disposal Service | Disposal repair and reset, Collar leak repair, Full disposal replacement, Electrical and drain connection check | Disposals that hum but will not spin, leak, or have stopped responding | A disposal that hums without spinning usually has a jammed plate, which is often a quick fix before replacement becomes the conversation. |
| Water Pressure and Shutoff Valve Repair | Pressure-regulating valve diagnosis, Shutoff valve replacement, Pressure diagnostic, Supply line inspection | Homes with low pressure at multiple fixtures or valves that stick or leak | A shutoff valve that will not fully close is a safety concern. Replacing it before an emergency is simpler than dealing with one mid-leak. |
| Emergency Plumbing | Burst and broken pipe response, Major leak containment, No-hot-water calls, Short-notice scheduling | Active leaks, burst lines, or plumbing failures that cannot wait | We are open every day from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM and take short-notice work when the schedule allows. Call and we will tell you what is available. |
| Slab Leak Detection and Repair | Under-slab line location, Pressure and electronic detection, Targeted slab repair, Full line reroute where needed | Citrus Heights homes on slab foundations with aging copper lines | Seasonal soil movement in the Sacramento Valley puts older embedded copper lines under repeated stress, making slab leaks more common here than in newer construction. |
| Tankless Water Heater Installation | On-demand unit sizing, Gas supply line connection, Removal of old tank unit, Output testing before job is done | Homeowners replacing an aging tank unit and weighing long-term energy costs | Covers domestic hot water only. We also explain what periodic heat exchanger maintenance the local water quality calls for. |
| Toilet Repair and Installation | Running toilet repair, Base leak and seal replacement, Full toilet installation, Flush valve and fill valve service | Toilets that run, rock, leak at the base, or need full replacement | A toilet that runs continuously can waste a significant amount of water before the problem becomes obvious on a bill. |
| Faucet and Fixture Installation | Faucet replacement and repair, Shower valve and pressure repair, Hose bib replacement, Bathroom and kitchen fixture installation | Remodels, fixture upgrades, or persistent drips that tightening will not fix | Hard water deposits inside cartridges and valve seats are a common cause of dripping faucets that keep coming back after a basic repair. |
| Sewer and Main Line Service | Main line clog clearing, Camera inspection, Damaged section repair, Trenchless replacement where site allows | Whole-house drain slowdowns, sewage odors, or a line that has collapsed | Work covers the line from the cleanout at the house to the municipal connection. It does not extend to any tank or field beyond that point. |
| Leak Detection and Repair | Pressure testing, Electronic leak detection, Supply and drain line repair, Wall and ceiling leak tracing | Unexplained water bills, damp spots, or hidden pipe failures | Finding the exact break before opening walls keeps the repair scope tight and the secondary damage to a minimum. |
| Water Heater Repair and Replacement | Tank and tankless units, Heating element and thermostat diagnosis, Full unit swap, Gas and water line connections | No hot water, slow recovery, or a unit at end of useful life | Hard water across Sacramento County accelerates sediment buildup inside tank units, which shortens how long they last and how efficiently they run. |
| Whole-Home Repiping | Full supply line replacement, Galvanized, polybutylene, and early copper removal, New line routing through structure, Access point restoration | Mid-century homes with recurring leaks, low pressure, or discolored water at multiple fixtures | A significant share of Citrus Heights housing dates to the mid-twentieth century. When pinhole leaks keep recurring in different spots, the pipe material is usually the issue. |
| Water Softener and Water Treatment | Whole-house softener installation, Filtration system installation, Hard water line protection, Existing system service | Sacramento County properties dealing with hard water and mineral buildup at fixtures | Hard water shortens the life of water heaters, faucet cartridges, and supply lines. Treating it at the point of entry protects the whole system. |
What causes a drain to clog, and when does snaking not fix it?
Most clogs form from grease, soap residue, hair, or debris that builds up along the pipe wall over time. Snaking breaks through a blockage and clears a path, but it does not remove the buildup coating the inside of the pipe. When a drain keeps clogging in the same spot, or when the line has years of accumulation, hydro jetting scours the pipe wall clean and removes what a snake leaves behind. We assess which method fits the situation before we start.
How do tree roots get into a sewer line, and what does that repair involve?
Roots follow moisture and find their way into a sewer line through small cracks, joint separations, or deteriorated pipe connections. Once inside, they grow and eventually block flow or collapse the pipe wall. We use a camera to confirm root intrusion and identify how far it extends. Depending on the condition of the line, the repair is either clearing and cutting the roots back or replacing the damaged section. A line with significant root damage that keeps coming back usually needs replacement rather than repeated clearing.
What is the difference between a tank water heater and a tankless unit, and which is right for my home?
A tank water heater stores a set volume of heated water and keeps it ready. A tankless unit heats water on demand as it flows through the heat exchanger, so there is no storage tank to run out. The right choice depends on the hot-water demand at the property, the existing gas supply line capacity, and what the homeowner wants from the replacement. We size the unit to the property on the call and walk you through what each option involves before anything is scheduled.
Cause Found Before Anything Is Replaced
We diagnose the problem before recommending a repair or a replacement. Honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, is how every service call goes.
How long does a whole-home repipe typically take?
Most whole-home repipes on a single-family property take one to three days, depending on the size of the house, the number of fixtures, and how the existing lines are routed through the structure. We give you a realistic timeline on the call based on what you describe. The water supply is off for portions of the work, and we let you know what to plan around before the job starts.
When does a plumbing problem call for a professional rather than a DIY fix?
A slow drain that responds to a plunger or a toilet that needs a new flapper are reasonable DIY jobs. The line moves when the problem is inside the wall, under the slab, or anywhere in the supply system. A supply line repair done incorrectly can fail quietly and cause significant water damage before anyone notices. If you are not sure what you are looking at or the repair involves cutting into a line, calling us to scope it first costs nothing and keeps a manageable problem from becoming a larger one.
What causes a faucet or fixture to keep dripping even after it has been repaired?
A drip that comes back after a repair usually means the cartridge, seat, or washer was not the only worn part, or that hard water deposits have damaged the valve seat itself. In Sacramento County, mineral buildup inside faucet valves is common and can prevent a new cartridge from seating correctly. When a drip returns quickly after a fix, we look at the valve seat and the condition of the supply line rather than just replacing the cartridge again.
Code-Compliant Work on Every Job
Every job we handle, from a single fixture swap to a whole-home repipe, is done to the code inspectors in this area enforce. That standard does not change based on the size of the job.
What should I do while waiting for a plumber during an active leak?
Shut off the water supply to the affected fixture if the valve is accessible and working. If the leak is large or you cannot isolate it to a single fixture, shut off the main supply to the house. Move anything that can be damaged away from the water if it is safe to do so. Then call us and describe what you are seeing. We will walk you through what to do next and confirm what is available on the schedule.
What does hydro jetting do that snaking cannot?
A drain snake breaks through a clog and restores flow, but it does not remove the grease, scale, or debris that coats the pipe wall. Hydro jetting sends a pressurized water stream through the line that scours the interior surface clean. It is the more thorough option when a line has recurring blockages, heavy grease buildup, or a history of slow drainage that snaking keeps addressing temporarily. We confirm whether the pipe condition is suitable for jetting before we run it.
Older and Newer Plumbing Both Handled
Galvanized, copper and PEX pipes each fail in their own way. We work on the full range of pipe materials and system types found in Citrus Heights homes and commercial properties.
Do I need to be home for the plumbing work, and does the water need to be off the whole time?
Someone needs to be present to provide access and to confirm the scope and price before the work begins. For most supply-side repairs, the water to the affected section or to the whole property will be shut off during the repair. We let you know before the visit what to expect so you can plan around it. For drain-only work, the supply typically stays on throughout.
How does a pressure-regulating valve affect the rest of the plumbing in the house?
A pressure-regulating valve controls the water pressure coming into the home from the supply main. When it starts to fail, pressure can drop across all fixtures at once, or in some cases it can allow pressure to climb higher than the system is designed to handle. Either condition puts stress on supply lines, fixture valves, and water heater connections. We run a pressure diagnostic to confirm whether the valve is the cause before recommending a replacement.
What is a hot-water recirculation pump, and does it make sense for my home?
A recirculation pump keeps hot water moving through the supply loop so it is ready at the faucet without a long wait. In homes where the water heater is far from the bathrooms or kitchen, the wait can be long enough to waste a noticeable amount of water each day. The pump runs on a timer or a sensor and connects to the existing hot and cold supply lines. We assess the layout of the system on the call and let you know whether the installation makes sense for the property.
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