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Emergency
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Expert Plumbing Services in Riverside, CA
Big Johns Plumbing has served Riverside, CA homeowners for over 29 years with expert plumbing solutions. Founded in 2007, our company builds upon decades of combined experience from lead professionals who prioritize client safety and comfort. We specialize in water heater installations, drain cleaning, leak detection, and repiping services, using advanced technology to ensure efficient, code-compliant work. Our team provides transparent pricing, personalized options, and comprehensive customer education to empower informed decisions.With licensed, insured technicians arriving on time and completing jobs meticulously, we guarantee no hidden fees or pushy sales tactics. Owner John Hernandez and our courteous staff treat every property as our own, maintaining a reputation for reliability through thousands of successful residential and commercial projects.
Services
Water Heater Repair
Drain Cleaning
Water Leak Detection
Repiping Services
Sewer Line Repairs
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 29 years of plumbing expertise in Riverside, CA
- Our licensed technicians arrive on time with no hidden fees
- We provide personalized options tailored to your budget
- Our team educates customers with fact-based plumbing information
- We guarantee code-compliant installations and repairs
What people say
Prompt service
Professional technicians
Fair pricing
Knowledgeable staff
Satisfied customers
Services
Water Heater Repair
Our certified technicians diagnose and repair all water heater types, including tankless systems. We address leaks, heating issues, and efficiency problems while explaining maintenance needs clearly. Emergency repairs restore hot water access within hours, with replacement recommendations when units exceed their 10-15 year lifespan.
Drain Cleaning
We remove stubborn blockages using hydro jetting and advanced drain cleaning methods. Annual maintenance prevents buildup from hair, grease, and debris while emergency services resolve sudden backups. Technicians identify recurring issues caused by pipe damage or improper drainage systems.
Water Leak Detection
Using infrared cameras and pressure testing, we locate hidden leaks in walls, under slabs, or in hard-to-reach areas. Our non-invasive methods minimize property damage while identifying pipe corrosion, joint failures, or pressure-related issues causing water loss.
Repiping Services
We replace aging pipes made of problematic materials like polybutylene or corroded copper. Our repiping addresses frequent leaks, low pressure, and discolored water while upgrading systems to modern PEX or copper materials for long-term reliability.
Sewer Line Repairs
Our team fixes broken sewer lines using trenchless technology or traditional excavation methods. We resolve backups caused by root intrusion, pipe collapse, or misaligned joints while providing video inspections to assess pipe condition and repair needs.
People
John Hernandez
Owner & Master Plumber
With 29 years of plumbing experience, John founded Big Johns Plumbing in 2007 after identifying a need for honest contractor services. He oversees all operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex projects.
Questions
What plumbing services do you offer in Riverside?
We provide full-service plumbing including water heater repairs, drain cleaning, leak detection, repiping, sewer line repairs, and emergency plumbing solutions for residential and commercial properties.
Do you offer same-day emergency service?
Yes, we provide same-day emergency plumbing services with technicians often arriving within an hour of your call for urgent issues like burst pipes or severe leaks.
How can I finance plumbing repairs?
We offer financing options through Synchrony Bank for qualifying customers, making major plumbing projects more affordable with flexible payment plans.
What areas do you service?
We serve Riverside County including Corona, Norco, Redlands, Eastvale, Loma Linda, Fontana, Chino, Chino Hills, Rancho Cucamonga, and Moreno Valley.
Are your plumbers licensed and insured?
Yes, all our technicians are licensed, insured, and trained on the latest plumbing technologies to ensure safe, code-compliant installations and repairs.
Do you provide upfront pricing?
We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Technicians explain all costs before starting work and provide written estimates for larger projects.
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Reviews (6)
Sheree C.
Dec 17, 2021
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I had a leak under my kitchen sink. The entire bottom was soaked. When the plumber from Big John's came out, he said he could not find the source and that maybe I spilled something. They charged me $125 and left. 2 days later, I found the source. I messaged them to come back and fix it and I was ignored, so I had to call another plumber...and by this time, the wood was rotted that I had to pay to get that fixed as well. I messaged Big John's again to let them know I had to hire someone else and that I deserve my money back. Unfortunately, they felt they should keep my money for
Stephanie R.
Jul 20, 2021
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Their plumber, Ramon, showed up with a mask, was very nice and professional. We needed our sewer line scoped with a video and he took the time to capture everything we needed. He was persistent when the camera kept getting hung up inside the sewer line. I appreciated his patience in getting our job completed as it was hot outside.
Paul C.
Jul 02, 2021
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Had a plumbing leak as I was leaving town. My regular service company was unavailable. Big John's Got plumber scheduled same day that I called. I Texted photos of situation to Big John himself, and got an eye popping quote. I Was desperate, and so I swallowed hard and said "OK." Ramon showed up and determined that leak could be fixed without going underground and quoted me a number that as literally one-fourth the original quote. He then got it done quickly and professionally, even wrapping the exposed pipes to protect against future corrosion. I am extremely happy and will
Mariza H.
Jul 01, 2021
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I can not thank your company enough for the excellent service we received today. When a previously scheduled plumber (another company) fell through at the last minute, I called Big John's Plumbing. I can't tell you why I didn't call them in the first place...old age maybe? Lol. Anyhow, the big issue for us is that our daughter is severely immune-compromised and we needed a technician who was fully vaccinated and willing to wear a mask, booties and gloves during the service. Not only did Ramon arrive promptly, he came with all the necessary precautions. He even changed to a fresh
Ashlee C.
May 14, 2021
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Had a new faucet installed. The man that came was very nice and courteous. Wore his mask the entire time and even gave me an estimate for additional work free of charge. Would definitely recommend this company especially since many other plumbers I contacted were booked far out.
Mark D.
Mar 29, 2021
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Big John's Plumbing did a great job! I've used them three time now and I am always pleased with their work. They are plumber of choice.
