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updated: Sep 23, 2012, 3:28 PM

Hi. I am relatively new to the area and I need a plumber for some water pressure issues whose prices won't break my bank account! (Last guy wanted to charge me $700 to remove two solar panels.) Can anyone suggest someone?

Places People Are Talking About:

Kait Plumbing	Kittle Plumbing Co.	Leo's Sewer & Drain
Lewis Plumbing	Mission Plumbing	Quick Response

What People Are Saying:

YIN YANG	2012-09-23 03:36 PM
Have used Leo's Sewer & Drain for decades.
COMMENT 323378	2012-09-23 03:40 PM
Sergio Michel. I live with three guys, each of whom has his own talent in a certain phase of construction. They know good work when they see it. They said, "Call Sergio."
COMMENT 323379	2012-09-23 03:45 PM
Chris White - White Plumbing
AQUAHOLIC	2012-09-23 04:10 PM
Kait Plumbing... Chris just finished some work in our house. Installed 2 new toilets, an RO system, new kitchen faucet, new utility sink and faucet. Thorough, reliable work and competitive prices. Very happy.
COMMENT 323385	2012-09-23 04:11 PM
Rick Mendoza Lee & Sons - the best, most honest we've run across over decades
COMMENT 323389	2012-09-23 04:16 PM
Lots of good plumbers around. In regards to the prices, consider the following: Fast, Good and Cheap. Pick two out of three. Fast + Good = Expensive. You want it now and good quality work. It's gonna cost ya. Good + Cheap = Slow. You want good work, but not to pay too much. The contractor is going to schedule higher paying jobs in front of you. Wouldn't you? Fast + Cheap = Inferior work. You want it now but have no money to pay, so you'll get an inferior job. Unless the plumber is your cousin.
PAMSB	2012-09-23 04:34 PM
Lewis Plumbing (Martin Morales)
GREG	2012-09-23 04:53 PM
Lewis Plumbing recommended also. They're dependable, show up for appointments when they say, reasonable prices overall.
COMMENT 323410	2012-09-23 05:25 PM
Had a good experience with Anacapa Plumbing a couple of weeks ago. $90/hour plus materials. Called me back on a Sunday and agreed to come first thing next morning to fix what the last guy left leaking.
COMMENT 323411	2012-09-23 05:31 PM
Kittle Plumbing Co. Local-family owned and operated Gary and Cuyler
COMMENT 323417	2012-09-23 06:18 PM
Mission Plumbing, Taylor Jones. Says what he'll do, does what he says. Excellent quality, competetive rates.
COMMENT 323419	2012-09-23 06:26 PM
I also recommend Lewis.
COMMENT 323423P	2012-09-23 06:50 PM
389: Thanks for saying it out loud. So many don't know or understand this basic rule. It applies throughout the building trades, and in lots of other fields too. We do good+cheap, so we're slow. Customers can't understand that when I say "minimum 5 weeks" it means 'don't' bother calling me to ask where it is until at least 5 weeks have passed.'
COMMENT 323425P	2012-09-23 07:02 PM
Kenny Jorgenson is the best plumber and nicest person you will ever meet in Santa Barbara.
COMMENT 323489P	2012-09-23 10:05 PM
I second Mission Plumbing. Taylor is honest, really knows his craft, and will treat you well. His work is excellent and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
PETER	2012-09-24 06:30 AM
We always use R.J. Carrol. They are fast to get there and fast to fix the problem, seem to always have every thing needed on the truck, all their plumbers have been nice people, and their price is reasonable.
COMMENT 323503	2012-09-24 06:48 AM
I use Sartain, really good prices and good work and the guys are all really nice.
AGENTSME	2012-09-24 07:57 AM
Had good experience with Stewart's de-rooting. Fair prices.
COMMENT 323516	2012-09-24 07:58 AM
Lee & Sons. They've been around for more than 60 years doing professional plumbing. They always guarantee their work and treat your property with respect. I've known Rick Mendoza for years; comes highly recommended for his conscientious professionalism.
COMMENT 323535	2012-09-24 09:00 AM
It might be overkill for your needs, but John Lochern is an electrician that has extensive experience installing pumps and boosters needed for properties with low pressure water. There are some neighborhoods where these systems are almost mandatory (parts of Montecito, etc). If any of the plumbers listed above come to the conclusion that you need a pump to boost the pressure, you're looking at a significant cost. Have John take a look at your electrical needs as these systems are unique and you definitely want both a plumber and electrician with experience. He charges standard retail rates ($75 an hour if memory serves), is fair, will give you honest info, and a firm quote. He also can connect you with the plumber that knows these systems best. Always get multiple bids.
SUMMERTIME	2012-09-24 10:09 AM
Bobby of Quick Response. Reasonable, Honest and Reliable....
COMMENT 323593	2012-09-24 10:55 AM
lewis plumbing. excellent.
COMMENT 323621	2012-09-24 01:30 PM
Stephen Puchli is the best plumber around, bar none! Class act, nice-guy. Can't go wrong.
COMMENT 323629P	2012-09-24 02:04 PM
A specific recommendation as to water pressure issues would be to call and talk with Jon of APEX Professional Plumbing Services at 805-403-8656. He is a friendly outgoing Santa Barbara type with a good attitude toward homeowner's plumbing problems That is: Visit the problem, look, learn, and fix quickly while there if that's possible. He's unusual in that pressure checking is always free. It's a service call for most, but his "free advertising". He feels that building Santa Barbara acquaintance recommendations is best advertising. He comes to your site and does two things free: One pressure checks. Two water heater strapping/security (earthquake caution) and general condition. In the course of years of acquaintance, he has established his one-man shop, APEX -- "The Top of The Peak", as he calls it. He's a fun guy to meet. :-) Recommended.
CATNET4	2012-09-24 02:31 PM
We have used Stewart's Derooting for years. Usually same day service.
COMMENT 323746	2012-09-24 06:56 PM
Call Carroll Plumbing and Maintenance! 805-687-2677. They are the best in town! Very reliable and rebutable family business.
COMMENT 323750P	2012-09-24 07:13 PM
Goodland Plumbing does beautiful work. Too bad most of it is inside the walls. Leo's Plumbing and Drain is also good. I do not recommend hiring an inexpensive trade for anything. You'll regret it later. Pay the money now and you won't have to pay again later.
COMMENT 323922	2012-09-25 10:58 AM
I had this question 2 weeks ago and called Channel plumbing they came out right away (last minute close to 5pm) and were amazing:) Very helpful had almost everything we needed in the back of his truck and went to 2 other properties after fixing several problems at our first house. Highly recommend! Channel Plumbing (805) 685-4044 Santa Barbara, CA