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Plumbing repairs for Alhambra homes and rentals
Alhambra pairs older housing with some of the hardest tap water in the valley. When a fixture gives out, text a photo to (310) 628-9399 and get a quote back.
Two things wear out Alhambra plumbing
First, age. A city housing needs report finds that about 77 percent of Alhambra homes were built before 1980 (housing report), and Census estimates put the median year built near 1960 (Census Reporter).
Second, minerals. The city's latest water quality report lists total hardness at 240 ppm, in a range of 160 to 290. The USGS calls anything above 180 very hard.
The repairs
- Faucet repairScaled cartridges and worn washers.
- Toilet repairRunning, slow-filling and wobbly toilets.
- Shower and tub spoutsDrips, clogged heads, worn diverters.
- Sink and tub clogsSlow bathroom drains.
- Under-sink leaksValves, supply lines and traps.
- Garbage disposal repairJams and leaks.
- Water heatersHeaters tucked into tight spaces.
- Recirculating pumpsLong runs in older layouts.
- Pressure valvesThe regulator at the meter.
- Water softenersStart with the city report.
- Slab leaksNot every Alhambra house has a slab.
- Drain rootingShared lines in multi-unit buildings.
- Gas linesOlder piping, newer appliances.
- RepipesGalvanized in older Alhambra homes.
Lots of rentals, too
Only about 41 percent of Alhambra homes are detached houses, per Census Reporter. That means plenty of duplexes, courtyard buildings and apartments, where one dripping faucet can be one of many.
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Owners and managers can text us a list, and tenants can let us in once the owner approves. We quote each fixture so nothing is a surprise.
How a visit works
- Start with our first checks to stop the water if needed.
- Text a photo and your cross streets.
- Receive a quote that already includes parts.
- We text before arriving and ask before any extra work.
Sister sites
Alhambra touches San Gabriel, Monterey Park, South Pasadena and Rosemead. Each has its own Szeto Plumbing site with local notes.