Core Plumbing
Core Plumbing is a family-owned and operated plumbing company in San Diego, CA, thanking its customers for 20 years of trust and support in San Diego. It is a father-and-son owned business, and the company describes itself as Christ-centered, with work rooted in serving others well. Core Plumbing specializes primarily in residential service and repair, with a strong portion of its work dedicated to remodel plumbing and a select amount of residential new construction, and it also serves commercial properties including office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants and multi-unit properties. Services include traditional and tankless water heaters, water heater repair and maintenance, water filtration, leak detection and prevention, gas leak detection, automatic water shut-off valves, pressure reduction and seismic valves, re-piping for sewer, water and gas, drain repair, clearing and jetting, fixture upgrades, bathroom and kitchen remodel plumbing, and appliance installation. The team offers 24/7 emergency services, expert journeyman plumbers, flat rate menu pricing, and financing.
Services

Traditional water heaters

Tankless water heaters

Water heater repair and maintenance

Water filtration systems

Plumbing repair and maintenance
Why choose us?
Location & hours
7292 Opportunity Rd b, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
FAQs
Do you offer emergency plumbing service?
Yes. Core Plumbing offers 24/7 emergency services, and its operation hours are listed as Mon to Sun, 24 hours.
Do you charge for a quote?
No. Core Plumbing states that when you call, the team answers the phone, gets the information about your project and provides a fast and accurate quote.
Are your plumbers licensed and insured?
Yes. Core Plumbing describes its team as licensed, insured and experienced plumbers, and its expert journeyman plumbers are skilled, licensed plumbers with hands-on experience to handle jobs correctly.
How is your pricing structured?
Core Plumbing uses flat rate menu pricing, which it describes as clear, upfront pricing with no surprises so you know the cost before work begins.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. If you prefer to pay over time rather than all at once, you can prequalify for financing and contact Core Plumbing to learn more about its services.
Do you work on commercial properties as well as homes?
Yes. Core Plumbing specializes primarily in residential service and repair, and it also provides commercial plumbing services for office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants and multi-unit properties, including water heaters, re-piping, leak detection and prevention, water filtration, drain services, water features and appliance installation.
How much does a plumber cost in San Diego?
Core Plumbing states that hiring a licensed plumber in San Diego typically includes a service call plus labor and materials, with basic repairs like leak fixes or minor pipe work often starting around a few hundred dollars. For most residential issues, standard plumber pricing tends to range from about $150 to $900 or more depending on the job's complexity, the time required, and whether it is a routine visit or emergency service.
What does water heater installation cost in San Diego?
Core Plumbing states that installing a traditional tank water heater in San Diego usually costs around $900 to $2,000 or more including labor and basic materials, depending on unit size, fuel type and whether upgrades such as new venting or lines are required. A full tankless system installation generally falls in the $1,500 to $4,500 or more range.