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You’re not calling a plumber because everything’s fine. Something’s leaking, backing up, or completely shot—and you need it handled today, not next week.
When your plumbing works the way it should, your mornings aren’t ruined by cold showers. Your water bill isn’t climbing because a toilet’s been running for three weeks. You’re not wondering if that slow drain is about to turn into a flooded bathroom at the worst possible time.
Good plumbing service in Southgate, CA means you get your water pressure back, your drains clear out fast, and your fixtures stop dripping at 2 a.m. It means someone shows up when they say they will, tells you what’s wrong in plain English, and fixes it without inventing problems that don’t exist. You shouldn’t have to become a plumbing expert just to make sure you’re not getting ripped off.
All Fresh Temp is veteran-owned and locally operated, serving Southgate and the surrounding communities with straightforward plumbing and HVAC services. We’re not a national franchise sending whoever’s available—we’re the team that knows South Gate’s older housing stock, the hard water issues that plague this area, and the galvanized pipes still running through homes built in the 1930s.
We’ve been doing this for over 16 years because we don’t overcomplicate things. Show up on time, diagnose the actual problem, give you a real price before starting, and clean up when we’re done. No upsells on services you don’t need, no disappearing after the check clears.
If you’re dealing with a plumbing emergency at midnight or just need someone to finally fix that leak you’ve been ignoring, we’re available 24/7. South Gate homeowners and renters alike deal with enough—your plumbing contractor in Southgate, CA shouldn’t add to the stress.
You call or message us with the problem—burst pipe, clogged drain, no hot water, whatever it is. We ask a few questions to understand what’s going on and get someone scheduled, often same-day if it’s urgent.
Our plumber shows up in a marked vehicle, wearing boot covers before stepping inside. We take a look at the issue, run diagnostics if needed—sometimes that means using a camera to check your sewer line, sometimes it’s as simple as testing water pressure at different fixtures. Once we know what’s wrong, we explain it in regular terms and give you an upfront price. No work starts until you approve it.
Then we fix it. If it’s a leaky faucet, we repair or replace it. If your water heater’s done, we discuss whether a repair makes sense or if it’s time for a new unit. If tree roots are choking your sewer line, we talk through trenchless repair options that won’t destroy your yard. When the job’s finished, we test everything, clean up our mess, and make sure you’re satisfied before we leave.
You get a clear invoice, no surprise charges, and if something doesn’t feel right later, you call us back. That’s it.
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We handle the full range of residential and commercial plumbing work in Southgate, CA. That includes emergency repairs when pipes burst or drains back up, leak detection using video camera inspections, water heater repair and installation (both tank and tankless), drain cleaning, sewer line repair, pipe replacement, faucet and fixture work, and water pressure diagnostics.
South Gate’s housing stock skews older, which means a lot of homes still have outdated galvanized steel pipes installed decades ago. Those pipes corrode from the inside out, causing low water pressure, discolored water, and eventual leaks. We replace them with modern copper or PEX piping that’ll last another 50+ years. California’s hard water is another constant issue here—it builds up mineral deposits that clog aerators, damage water heaters, and cause leaks. We address that with proper repairs, replacements, and maintenance recommendations.
If you’re dealing with a running toilet that’s spiking your water bill, a garbage disposal that quit, or a sewer line that’s backing up into your home, we’ve seen it before and we know how to fix it. We’re licensed, insured, and registered with the state, so you’re covered if anything goes sideways—though it won’t.
Most times, we can get someone to your property the same day you call, even for emergencies. If you’re dealing with a burst pipe, overflowing toilet, or sewer backup, we prioritize those calls and dispatch a plumber as fast as possible—often within a couple of hours depending on where we are and what time you reach out.
We’re available 24/7 because plumbing emergencies don’t wait for business hours. A pipe doesn’t care that it’s 11 p.m. on a Saturday. When you call, you’ll talk to a real person who can assess the urgency and get help moving. If it’s something that can wait until morning without causing damage, we’ll tell you that too—we’re not going to charge you emergency rates if it’s not actually an emergency.
For non-urgent work like installing a new faucet or replacing a water heater that’s still limping along, we’ll schedule a time that works for you, usually within a day or two.
Low water pressure in South Gate homes usually comes down to a few common causes: corroded pipes, mineral buildup from hard water, a failing pressure regulator, or a leak somewhere in the system. If it’s just one fixture, it’s often a clogged aerator—easy fix. If it’s the whole house, it’s something bigger.
Older homes in this area often still have galvanized steel pipes from the 1930s and 1940s. Those pipes rust and corrode from the inside, narrowing the passage for water and killing your pressure. If that’s the case, the real fix is replacing those sections with copper or PEX. Patching won’t solve it long-term.
We start by testing pressure at different points—outside hose bib, kitchen sink, shower, etc.—to pinpoint where the problem is. Then we’ll use a camera inspection if needed to check for blockages or corrosion inside your pipes. Once we know what’s wrong, we’ll explain your options and what each will cost. Most pressure issues can be fixed in a day, and the difference is immediate.
If your water heater is less than 8-10 years old and the problem is something like a faulty thermostat, heating element, or pressure relief valve, a repair usually makes sense. Those parts are relatively inexpensive and can buy you a few more years.
But if your unit is over 10 years old, leaking from the tank itself, making loud banging or popping noises, or giving you inconsistent hot water even after repairs, replacement is the smarter move. Tank leaks can’t be fixed—once the tank goes, the whole unit needs to go. Sediment buildup from South Gate’s hard water accelerates wear on water heaters, so they often don’t make it past 12 years here.
We’ll inspect your current unit, tell you how old it is (the serial number gives us the manufacture date), and explain whether a repair will actually solve the problem or just delay the inevitable. If replacement makes more sense, we’ll walk you through your options—traditional tank vs. tankless, capacity, energy efficiency—and install it the same day in most cases. No pressure, just honest advice based on what we’d do in our own homes.
Yes, we offer trenchless sewer line repair, and for most situations, it’s absolutely worth it. Traditional sewer repair means digging a trench across your yard or driveway to access the damaged pipe—tearing up landscaping, concrete, sprinkler systems, and whatever else is in the way. Then you pay to fix the pipe and pay again to restore everything we dug up.
Trenchless repair uses existing access points to insert a new pipe liner or pull a new pipe through the old one, with minimal digging. You avoid the destruction, the restoration costs, and most of the time. The work usually takes a day instead of several, and your yard doesn’t look like a construction zone when we’re done.
It’s not always the right call—if your sewer line has completely collapsed or the damage is too severe, traditional excavation might be necessary. But for cracks, leaks, and root intrusion (which is common in older South Gate neighborhoods with mature trees), trenchless is faster, cleaner, and often cheaper when you factor in restoration costs. We’ll camera-inspect your line first and tell you which approach makes sense for your situation.
Slow drains are a warning sign, not something to ignore until they stop draining completely. If water’s sitting in your sink, tub, or shower longer than it should, there’s a partial blockage building up—hair, grease, soap scum, or something else narrowing the pipe.
Don’t dump chemical drain cleaners down there. They rarely work on anything beyond surface clogs, they can damage older pipes, and if the clog doesn’t clear, you’ve now got caustic chemicals sitting in your line that we’ll have to deal with when we snake it. Not fun for anyone.
The right move is to call us to run a professional drain cleaning. We use a motorized snake or hydro-jetting equipment to clear the blockage completely, not just poke a hole through it. If it’s a recurring problem, we’ll camera-inspect the line to see if there’s a bigger issue—root intrusion, bellied pipe, or buildup that keeps coming back. Fixing it now saves you from a total backup later, which always happens at the worst time. Slow drains don’t fix themselves.
Yes. We’re fully licensed, insured, and bonded to perform plumbing work in Southgate and throughout California. That means we carry liability insurance to protect your property, workers’ comp to cover our team, and the proper state contractor’s license required by law.
Why does that matter? Because if something goes wrong—a pipe bursts during a repair, someone gets hurt on your property, or work doesn’t meet code—you’re protected. Unlicensed plumbers might be cheaper upfront, but if they damage your home or do substandard work, you have zero recourse. You can’t file a claim, you can’t report them to the state, and you’re stuck paying someone else to fix their mistakes.
We also pull permits when required and make sure all work meets current California plumbing code. That protects you during inspections, when selling your home, and if you ever need to file an insurance claim. You can verify our license status anytime through the California Contractors State License Board. We’ve been doing this for over 16 years because we do it right—no shortcuts, no shady workarounds.
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