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You’re not calling a plumber because everything’s fine. Something’s leaking, backing up, or about to fail completely. And in North San Jose, where most homes sit on clay pipes from decades ago, small problems turn expensive fast.
Here’s what changes when the work’s done right. Your water pressure stays consistent. Your drains clear without that slow gurgle. Your water heater keeps up with morning showers. And your utility bill stops climbing every month because you’re not losing hundreds of gallons to a hidden leak.
We’ve been fixing plumbing in North San Jose since 1985. That means we’ve seen what happens when pipes age in this area—root intrusion, clay pipe collapse, corroded water lines. We know what fails first and how to fix it so it lasts. You get a system that works the way it should, without the constant worry that something else is about to break.
All Fresh Temp has been family-owned and operated since 1985. That’s over 35 years working on the same aging infrastructure you’re dealing with—the clay sewer lines, the corroded mains, the hard water that eats through equipment faster than it should.
We’re licensed, bonded, and we train our technicians on the tools and techniques that actually matter for homes in this area. You’re not getting a corporate call center or a contractor who just moved to the Bay Area. You’re working with people who know what North San Jose pipes look like after 40 years in the ground.
When you call, you get straight answers about what’s wrong, what it costs, and how long it takes. No upselling. No runaround. Just honest plumbing work from people who’ve been doing this longer than most of our competitors have been in business.
You call or contact us with the problem. We ask a few questions to understand what’s happening—slow drain, visible leak, no hot water, whatever it is. If it’s an emergency, we prioritize it and get someone out fast. We’re available 24/7 because plumbing doesn’t wait for business hours.
When we arrive, we diagnose the issue before we touch anything. You get a clear explanation of what’s wrong and what it’ll take to fix it—parts, labor, timeline. No surprises. If you approve the work, we get started. Our trucks carry most common parts, so we’re not making multiple trips for basic repairs.
Once the repair or installation is done, we test everything to make sure it’s working properly. We clean up the work area. Then we walk you through what we did and answer any questions. You’re left with a system that works and a clear understanding of what just happened under your sink or in your walls.
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We handle the full range of residential and commercial plumbing. Leak detection and repair—including slab leaks and hidden line breaks that spike your water bill. Drain cleaning for clogs that won’t clear with a plunger, especially in older North San Jose homes where roots infiltrate clay pipes. Water heater repair and replacement for both conventional tank units and tankless systems.
Pipe repair and repiping when corrosion or age means patching won’t cut it anymore. Sewer line work, including camera inspections to see exactly what’s blocking or damaging your main line. Fixture installation—sinks, toilets, faucets, garbage disposals. And emergency plumbing services when something fails at 2 a.m. and you need it handled now.
North San Jose’s hard water—ranging from 11 to 26 grains per gallon—means sediment builds up faster here. We account for that in our recommendations. If your water heater is failing early or your fixtures are clogging frequently, hardness is usually part of the problem. We’ll tell you what’s realistic for your situation and what upgrades actually make sense for this area’s water conditions.
We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing services, so response time depends on where you are in North San Jose and what else is happening that day. In most cases, we can get someone to you within a couple of hours for true emergencies—burst pipes, major leaks, sewer backups.
If it’s not an immediate crisis but still urgent, like a water heater that just died or a toilet that won’t stop running, we’ll schedule you for the next available slot, usually same-day or next morning. When you call, we’ll give you a realistic timeframe based on our current schedule. We don’t overbook and leave you waiting.
Keep in mind that “emergency” means something’s actively causing damage or making your home unlivable. A slow drain or a dripping faucet is a problem, but it’s not the same priority as water flooding your kitchen. We triage based on severity to make sure the people who need help most get it first.
If your usage habits haven’t changed but your bill keeps climbing, you’ve probably got a leak somewhere. In North San Jose, the most common culprits are old galvanized pipes that have corroded through, slab leaks under your foundation, or failing toilet flappers that let water run constantly.
Even a small leak wastes thousands of gallons over a month. A toilet running continuously can burn through 200 gallons a day. A pinhole leak in a water line might only drip, but it adds up fast—especially with San Jose’s water rates. And because so many homes here were built before the 1980s on clay or cast-iron sewer lines, underground leaks often go unnoticed until the bill arrives.
We can run a leak detection check to pinpoint where you’re losing water. Sometimes it’s obvious—a wet spot in the yard, a ceiling stain. Other times it’s hidden in a wall or under a slab. Once we find it, we’ll give you a straight answer on whether it’s a quick fix or if you’re looking at a bigger repair. Either way, you’ll know what’s draining your wallet every month.
Recurring clogs usually mean the problem’s deeper in the line than a plunger or drain snake can reach. In older North San Jose neighborhoods, tree roots are the biggest issue. Clay sewer pipes develop small cracks over time, and roots grow straight into those openings looking for water. Once they’re in, they catch everything that flows past—hair, grease, soap buildup—and you get a clog that keeps coming back.
Another common cause is pipe deterioration. Cast-iron and clay pipes don’t last forever. As they corrode or collapse, the line develops low spots where waste collects instead of flowing out. You can clear the blockage temporarily, but it’ll clog again in the same spot because the pipe itself is damaged.
We use camera inspections to see exactly what’s happening inside your sewer line. If it’s roots, we can clear them and recommend a root barrier or line replacement depending on how bad the intrusion is. If the pipe’s collapsing, you’re looking at a repair or reroute. But at least you’ll know what you’re dealing with instead of guessing every time the drain backs up.
Conventional tank water heaters typically last 10 to 12 years here, sometimes less depending on how hard your water is. North San Jose’s water hardness ranges from 11 to 26 grains per gallon, which is moderately hard to very hard. That mineral content causes sediment to build up inside the tank faster, which reduces efficiency and eventually leads to failure.
Tankless water heaters last longer—usually 15 to 20 years—but they’re more sensitive to hard water. If you don’t flush them regularly or install a water softener, mineral buildup will clog the heat exchanger and kill the unit early. We see it all the time with tankless systems that were installed without considering local water conditions.
If your water heater is over 10 years old and you’re noticing rusty water, strange noises, or inconsistent temperatures, it’s probably on its way out. Replacing it before it fails completely saves you from dealing with a cold shower emergency or water damage from a tank rupture. We’ll check the manufacture date and condition, then give you an honest assessment of whether it’s worth repairing or if replacement makes more sense.
It depends on what’s wrong and how much of the line is damaged. If you’ve got a single crack or a localized root intrusion, we can often dig down to that section and replace just the damaged segment. That’s the most cost-effective approach when the rest of the pipe is still in decent shape.
But if your sewer line is old clay or cast-iron and we find multiple problem areas during the camera inspection, patching one spot usually just buys you time until the next section fails. North San Jose has a lot of homes with original plumbing from the 1960s and 70s, and those pipes are at the end of their lifespan. Replacing the whole line costs more upfront, but it’s often cheaper than doing three or four separate repairs over the next few years.
We’ll show you what the camera sees and explain your options. If a spot repair makes sense, we’ll do that. If the line’s deteriorating in multiple places, we’ll recommend replacement and explain why. You make the call based on what the actual condition is, not what we think we can sell you.
First, shut off your main water supply immediately. The shutoff valve is usually near your water meter, either in the basement, crawl space, garage, or outside near the street. Turn it clockwise until it stops. This cuts off water to your whole house and stops the flooding.
Next, turn off your water heater to prevent damage to the unit if it’s still trying to heat water that’s not flowing properly. If the burst pipe is near any electrical outlets or appliances, shut off power to that area at your breaker box. Water and electricity don’t mix, and you don’t want to add electrocution to your list of problems.
Then call us. We’ll walk you through anything else you need to do while we’re on the way, and we’ll get the pipe repaired so you can turn your water back on. If it’s a serious burst that’s caused flooding, start moving valuables and mopping up what you can, but don’t put yourself at risk. The water’s off, the damage is contained, and help is coming. That’s what matters.
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