Plumber in Riverside, CA — Licensed, Veteran-Owned & Available 24/7

Finding a plumber in Riverside, CA who shows up on time, communicates clearly, and actually fixes the problem can feel harder than it should be. Simple Plumbing Inc is a veteran-owned, licensed, insured, and bonded plumbing company serving Riverside and the surrounding Inland Empire. We bring the discipline and work ethic of military service to every job — which means straightforward pricing, careful workmanship, and a commitment to getting it right the first time.

Our founder Ovidio is a Marine Corps veteran with 8 years of professional plumbing experience and a California plumbing license. He started Simple Plumbing Inc because he saw too many homeowners getting burned by companies that overpromised and underdelivered. His approach is simple: honest assessment, quality materials, and a job you won't have to call back about. You only pay when you're 100% satisfied, and every job is covered by a 1-year labor guarantee. Semper Fi! Visit our homepage to learn more about the full range of plumbing services we provide throughout Riverside.

Plumbing Services We Provide in Riverside, CA

Riverside is one of Southern California's largest cities, with homes ranging from century-old craftsman bungalows to brand-new developments near UC Riverside. That means an equally wide range of plumbing systems — and plumbing challenges. Here's what we handle every day across Riverside:

• Emergency plumbing — burst pipes, major leaks, sewage backups; we're available 24/7 every day of the year because emergencies don't follow a schedule
• Water heater repair and replacement — tank and tankless units, gas and electric; we carry common parts on the truck to handle most repairs the same day
• Drain cleaning and hydro jetting — from slow kitchen drains to full main-line blockages; we use professional equipment, not store-bought drain cleaner
• Leak detection and pipe repair — pinhole leaks, corroded connections, and supply line failures located and repaired efficiently
• Slab leak detection and repair — Riverside's older homes are particularly susceptible; we use electronic detection to find leaks with minimal disruption to your floor
• Repiping — galvanized steel pipes in older Riverside homes corrode from the inside out; we repipe with copper or PEX and minimize wall damage
• Water softener installation — Riverside's water comes from the Colorado River and is notoriously hard; softeners protect your appliances and plumbing
• Garbage disposal installation and repair — same-day in most cases
• Toilet and faucet repair — running toilets, cracked flanges, dripping faucets, and fixture upgrades
• Tankless water heater installation — ideal for Riverside's large homes where hot water demand is high and energy costs matter
• ADU and new construction plumbing — full rough-in to finish; we work on accessory dwelling units and new builds throughout the Riverside area

Warning Signs You Need a Plumber in Riverside

A plumbing problem rarely announces itself at a convenient time. Some issues are obvious — a pipe bursts, a toilet overflows, or the water heater stops working. Others develop slowly and quietly until they become costly. Watch for these warning signs in your Riverside home:

• Your water bill jumps without any change in usage — a hidden slow leak can waste thousands of gallons per month and cause serious structural damage
• Low water pressure throughout the house — often a sign of a main-line leak, corroded pipes, or a failing pressure-reducing valve
• Drains that gurgle, drain slowly, or back up repeatedly — an early-stage blockage that's far easier to clear now than after a full backup
• Wet spots, water stains, or soft drywall — moisture migrating from a leak behind a wall, under a floor, or above a ceiling
• Hot water that runs out faster than it used to — sediment buildup at the bottom of the tank robs capacity and efficiency
• Warm or wet areas on concrete floors — a slab leak is a serious issue for Riverside's older homes and needs immediate diagnosis
• Discolored, rust-tinted, or foul-smelling water — aging galvanized pipes or a corroding water heater lining
• Visible corrosion or mineral deposits on pipe fittings — hard water scale building up around shut-off valves and supply connections

What to Expect From Simple Plumbing Inc in Riverside

We've heard the horror stories — plumbers who show up hours late, quote one price and charge another, or do work that doesn't hold. Here's what you'll actually experience when you call Simple Plumbing Inc:

1. 1.Realistic scheduling — we give you a specific arrival window and honor it; your time matters as much as the job does
2. 2.Honest diagnosis — we find the actual source of the problem and walk you through exactly what's wrong before we recommend any repair
3. 3.Transparent pricing — full cost presented upfront before any work begins; no line items that appear after the fact
4. 4.Clean, careful execution — we protect your property, work methodically, and leave the work area cleaner than we found it
5. 5.Thorough testing — every repair and installation is tested under live conditions before we call the job complete
6. 6.Pay only when satisfied — you owe us nothing until you're completely happy with the result
7. 7.1-year labor guarantee — any issue related to our workmanship within a year is handled at no additional charge

Why Riverside Homeowners & Businesses Trust Simple Plumbing Inc

Riverside has no shortage of plumbing options, so we know we have to earn your trust. Simple Plumbing Inc is not a franchise or a large regional company shuffling dispatchers. It's Ovidio — a licensed California plumber, a Marine Corps veteran, and a local business owner who answers his own phone. When you call us, you're dealing with the person who will actually do the work.

We're fully licensed, insured, and bonded. Our BuildZoom score of 92 puts us in the top 32% of licensed California contractors — a reflection of a consistent track record of quality work. We don't cut corners on materials because that just sets up future problems. We use parts and products we'd be happy to put in our own homes.

We serve all neighborhoods across Riverside — from downtown and the Mission Inn area to Canyon Crest, Orangecrest, Woodcrest, and La Sierra. Whether it's a 100-year-old home with original galvanized pipes or a new build that needs a final trim-out, we have the experience and tools to handle it.