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You’re not looking for the cheapest plumber in Alum Rock, CA. You’re looking for someone who won’t have you calling back in six months because the same pipe is leaking again or that drain is clogged worse than before.
That’s what happens when corners get cut. Temporary patches. Band-aid fixes. Techs who rush through the job to get to the next one.
Here’s what actually matters: accurate diagnostics, the right parts, and someone who knows the difference between a quick fix and a lasting repair. Your home is worth nearly a million dollars in this area. The plumbing protecting it should reflect that.
We’ve been doing this since 1985. That’s nearly 40 years of seeing what works and what fails. We use camera inspections to find problems you can’t see. We explain what’s broken and why. And we fix it so you’re not dealing with the same issue next season.
All Fresh Temp started in 1985 as a family business serving Santa Clara County. We’re still family-owned, still local, and still answering our phones when you call.
We know Alum Rock. We know the older homes here come with older pipes. We know the infrastructure challenges that come with a neighborhood that’s been around for decades. And we know that 48% of households here speak Spanish at home, so we made sure our team does too.
You’ll work with licensed, insured plumbers who’ve seen it all. Slab leaks. Sewer line collapses. Water heaters that flood garages. Drains that back up during family dinners. We’re not here to upsell you on things you don’t need. We’re here to fix what’s broken and keep your home running.
First, you call or text. We pick up. If it’s an emergency, we’re coming now. If it’s scheduled work, we’ll find a time that doesn’t wreck your day.
When we arrive, we assess the problem. That might mean running a camera through your sewer line, checking water pressure, or pulling apart a fixture to see what’s actually going on. We don’t guess.
Then we explain what we found in plain language. No jargon. No scare tactics. Just the facts: what’s broken, what it takes to fix it, and what it costs. You get an upfront estimate before we touch a wrench.
Once you approve, we get to work. We bring the right tools and the right parts. Most jobs get finished the same day. The complicated ones, we’ll walk you through what to expect and how long it’ll take.
Before we leave, we test everything. We clean up. And we make sure you know how to reach us if something doesn’t feel right.
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We handle the full range of plumbing work. Emergency repairs when pipes burst or drains back up. Water heater replacements when yours finally gives out. Slab leak detection and repair, which matters in Alum Rock where many homes sit on concrete foundations.
We also do drain cleaning, fixture installations, repiping for older homes, sewer line repairs, and gas line work. If it involves water or gas coming into your home, we’ve dealt with it.
Alum Rock has a high percentage of older homes, and that means aging galvanized pipes, outdated fixtures, and plumbing that wasn’t built for modern water pressure. We see it constantly. Corrosion. Leaks behind walls. Sewer lines that have shifted or cracked over time.
That’s why we use acoustic leak detection and video camera inspections. It saves you money because we’re not tearing up your yard or cutting into walls just to find the problem. We locate it first, then fix it with the least amount of disruption.
You’re also getting bilingual service. Our team speaks English and Spanish fluently, so there’s no confusion about what’s wrong or what needs to happen. Clear communication matters when you’re making decisions about your home.
Most plumbing repairs in Alum Rock fall between $119 and $397, depending on what’s broken and how complicated the fix is. A simple drain cleaning or faucet repair sits on the lower end. Slab leak repairs, water heater replacements, or sewer line work cost more because they involve more labor, specialized equipment, and sometimes permits.
We give you an upfront estimate before starting any work. That estimate includes labor, parts, and any fees. No surprises when the job’s done.
If it’s an emergency, we’ll still give you a price before we start. You’ll know what it costs to fix the problem right then versus what it costs to wait and schedule it later. That choice is yours.
Yes. Pipes don’t wait for business hours, and neither do we. If your water heater floods your garage at midnight or a pipe bursts on Sunday morning, call us. Someone will answer.
Emergency plumbing in Alum Rock, CA means we’re coming out the same day, usually within a couple of hours depending on where we are when you call. We carry the most common parts on our trucks, so there’s a good chance we can fix it without needing to order anything.
Emergency calls do cost more than scheduled work. That’s standard across the industry because you’re paying for immediate availability and after-hours labor. But you’re also stopping the damage before it gets worse, and that usually saves you money in the long run.
You’ll notice a few things. Your water bill jumps even though you’re not using more water. You hear running water when no faucets are on. There are warm or damp spots on your floor. Or you see cracks in your walls or foundation that weren’t there before.
Slab leaks happen when pipes under your concrete foundation start leaking. It’s common in older Alum Rock homes because the pipes have been there for decades, and copper or galvanized steel eventually corrodes.
If you suspect a slab leak, don’t wait. The longer it leaks, the more damage it does to your foundation. We use acoustic leak detection to pinpoint exactly where the leak is without tearing up your entire floor. Then we’ll explain your options: spot repair, rerouting the line, or repiping if multiple sections are compromised.
A quick fix stops the immediate problem. A real repair fixes why the problem happened in the first place. If your drain is clogged, we can snake it and clear the blockage. That’s a quick fix. But if tree roots are growing into your sewer line, that clog’s coming back unless we address the root cause.
Same thing with leaks. We can patch a leaking pipe with a clamp or epoxy. That might hold for a while. But if the pipe is corroded or cracked, you’re just delaying the inevitable. A real repair means replacing that section of pipe so it doesn’t leak again.
We’ll always tell you which one you’re getting. Sometimes a quick fix is all you need. Other times, it makes more sense to do it right the first time. We’ll explain both options and let you decide based on your budget and how long you plan to stay in the home.
Yes. We hold a California C-36 plumbing contractor license, and we’re fully insured. That means if something goes wrong during the job, you’re protected. It also means we’re held to state standards for workmanship and safety.
A lot of unlicensed plumbers work in the area. They’re cheaper upfront, but they’re not insured, and they’re not accountable if the work fails or causes damage. If they mess up your plumbing or flood your home, you’re stuck paying to fix it yourself.
Hiring a licensed plumbing contractor in Alum Rock costs a little more, but you’re paying for accountability, insurance coverage, and someone who’s been vetted by the state. We’ve been doing this since 1985. Our reputation depends on doing the job right.
Most water heater replacements take between three and five hours. That includes removing the old unit, installing the new one, connecting the gas or electric lines, and testing everything to make sure it’s heating properly and not leaking.
If your water heater is in a tight space like a closet or attic, it might take a little longer. Same thing if we need to upgrade the venting or bring the installation up to current code. We’ll tell you upfront if there are any complications.
You’ll have hot water again the same day. We don’t leave until the new heater is running and you’re set. And we’ll walk you through how to adjust the temperature, where the shutoff valve is, and what to watch for in the first few weeks.
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