Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Plumbing and Hydronics Services in Burlingame
Established in 1986, Skaates Inc. has built a reputation as a trusted provider of plumbing and hydronic heating solutions in the Bay Area. Our team of licensed and insured professionals brings over three decades of experience to every project, specializing in installations, repairs, and maintenance for residential and commercial properties. We prioritize quality craftsmanship, using advanced techniques like electronic pipe locating and video analysis to ensure precision.Customer satisfaction remains our top priority, as evidenced by our long-standing relationships with clients who rely on our expertise for both routine and emergency services. Our commitment to energy-efficient solutions and personalized attention has made us a preferred choice for new construction and remodeling projects of all scales.
Services
Plumbing
Radiant Heating
Tankless Water Heaters
Drain Stoppages
Backflow Certification
New Construction
Boiler Installation
Radiators
Radiant Floors
Retrofit Radiant Heating
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of specialized expertise in plumbing and hydronic systems.
- Our technicians arrive on time and maintain clean work environments.
- We provide rapid response for urgent heating and plumbing emergencies.
- Our team holds California State License #535236 for professional assurance.
- We guarantee energy-efficient solutions tailored to modern and historic properties.
What people say
Personable, efficient
Quick service
Knowledgeable team
Energy efficient solutions
Professionalism
Services
Plumbing
Skaates Inc. provides comprehensive plumbing services including installation, repair, and maintenance of residential and commercial systems. Our licensed technicians handle everything from fixture replacements to complex pipe networks. With electronic pipe locating and video analysis technology, we ensure precise diagnostics and long-lasting solutions for both new construction and remodeling projects.
Radiant Heating
Our radiant heating solutions combine energy efficiency with precise temperature control for residential spaces. We install and maintain boiler systems, tubing networks, and smart controllers that deliver consistent comfort. Whether retrofitting existing systems or designing new installations, our expertise ensures optimal performance with minimal energy consumption for both modern and historic properties.
Tankless Water Heaters
We specialize in energy-efficient tankless water heater installations and repairs. These systems provide continuous hot water while reducing energy costs through advanced heating technology. Our technicians service both conventional and tankless models, ensuring reliable performance for residential properties seeking modern, space-saving water heating solutions.
Boiler Installation
Skaates Inc. offers professional boiler installation and replacement services for residential properties. We work with high-efficiency models like Viessmann boilers, ensuring proper sizing and integration with existing heating systems. Our installations prioritize energy efficiency, durability, and seamless operation for both new construction and system upgrades.
Drain Stoppages
Our drain stoppage solutions address blockages in residential and commercial plumbing systems. Using advanced snaking equipment and video analysis, we identify and resolve clogs in drain lines. This service prevents water damage and maintains proper drainage for both indoor and outdoor plumbing applications across properties of all sizes.
Questions
What plumbing services do you offer?
We provide full-service plumbing including fixture installation, pipe repairs, drain clearing, backflow testing, and both conventional and tankless water heater services for residential and commercial properties.
Do you handle emergency plumbing repairs?
Yes, we offer rapid response for urgent plumbing and heating issues, with technicians available to address critical problems like burst pipes or heating system failures.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Bay Area, including Burlingame and surrounding communities, with both residential and commercial plumbing and heating solutions.
Can you install radiant floor heating?
Yes, we specialize in radiant floor heating systems with intelligent controls for energy-efficient, room-by-room temperature management in residential properties.
How experienced is your team?
Our technicians hold California State License #535236 and bring combined decades of experience in plumbing and hydronic heating systems since 1986.
Do you work on new construction projects?
Yes, we handle plumbing and hydronic heating installations for new construction projects of all sizes, from single fixtures to complete house systems.
Reviews (7)
Lily Y.
Mar 24, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism
Called 3 times in 90 minutes with out leaving a message or saying why they called. Please don't spam call people, it's not a good way to do business.
Called 3 times in 90 minutes with out leaving a message or saying why they called. Please don't spam call people, it's not a good way to do business.
John D.
Oct 13, 2016
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Frank from Skaates came to my house in San Francisco and spent an hour figuring out a kitchen sink problem that had two different causes. Then he went onto his smart phone and found the part I needed, wrote it down for me, and told me the sink was still under warrantee. THEN he showed me how to fix the problem myself once the part arrived! I followed his instructions, and now my sink is good as new. Frank could have sold me that part and he could have charged me another visit to put it in, but instead he did the best thing for me, the customer. I will definitely make Skaates the first and only
Steve D.
Jan 20, 2015
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Skaates has done two jobs for us and both were expertly done. One job was to install a recirculation pump for a tankless water heater and the other was to reroute some pipes under the house. Courteous, knowledgeable, and efficient - highly recommended!
Jan N.
Dec 15, 2013
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The cold weather shows up and I find that my radiant heat is not working! Thank you Skaates! You are the BEST. They had the problem diagnosed and repaired in no time and this was right before Thanksgiving. Fantastic customer service and friendly and extremely knowledgeable technicians who explained everything to me. This was after I had contacted another plumbing company who charged me for a service call, and told me I needed to replace more than I ended up needing. I had to call them twice and still was not contacted with an accurate estimate. I only wish I had contacted Skaates first. It would
Just B.
Oct 05, 2013
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My mother lives in San Francisco in a home with a radiator-heater almost 100 years old. When I called Skaates the customer service was great - the receptionist help provided information where I felt that I could trust this company. Well that didn't end there - their technician who came out to service the radiator heater was just as professional and informative. I especially liked the technician providing us with recommendations instead of trying to sell us their product and/service. Did I mention that the technician was also very prompt and courteous. I would recommend Skaates to anyone
Jordan Jethwa
Jul 15, 2012
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These guys are amazing and very knowledgeable about the radiant system I have. They were able to fix the issue quickly and were eager to explain the basics about our boiler and radiant heating system. This experience was great compared to the other company I called. Thanks, Skaates! :)
AnneMarie H.
Mar 09, 2011
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I own a small apartment complex in Burlingame. I'm a young property owner and I often find myself in situations where I feel I'm getting "ripped-off" by laborers working on the building. NEVER THE CASE WITH SKAATES! The first time I called them I was having a terrible day trying to get a few issues repaired at my building. One issue was a leaking toilet. I had reached my wits end when I called Skaates. I think my exact words were, "Please help me. I'm having the worst day and I'm trying to find someone decent to work on a leaking toilet. I'm a young owner
