Tri Express Plumbing has completed over 8,000 plumbing jobs for San Diego homeowners since 2008 — water heaters, repiping, leak detection, and ADU plumbing — with same-day service available across all of San Diego County. Family-owned, from La Jolla to Chula Vista. CA Lic #926629.
Repair from $279 · Repiping from $6,500 · Leak detection from $295 · Free written estimates on major work
⚡ Same-day appointments countywide · 🗣️ Bilingual (Hablamos Español) · 🎖️ Military discount
A standard service call or repair starts at $279. Water heater replacement starts from $1,400, tankless from $1,800, whole-home repiping from $6,500, leak detection from $295, and emergency service from $350. Phone and online estimates are free; an on-site written estimate is $149, applied to the job.
Yes — across all of San Diego County, including La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, Chula Vista, Point Loma, Pacific Beach, North Park, Carmel Valley and Mission Valley. We stock common parts on the truck, so most repairs and many replacements finish in one visit. Call before noon for the best availability.
San Diego's mix of aging copper pipe, hard mineral-heavy water and shifting soil drives elevated slab-leak risk — especially in 1960s–90s homes. Salt air corrodes near the coast and sandy soil moves seasonally. We locate slab leaks from $295 with acoustic sensors and thermal imaging — no guesswork.
San Diego homeowners hold high standards for every professional they invite into their home. As a family-owned company, Tri Express Plumbing has built its reputation across the county on three things: showing up on time, being honest about what your home actually needs, and doing the work right the first time. We serve every corner of the county — from coastal La Jolla, Del Mar and Coronado to Point Loma, Chula Vista, Carmel Valley and Mission Valley.
Tri Express Plumbing has completed over 8,000 plumbing jobs across San Diego County since 2008, holds CA Contractor License #926629, and maintains a 5.0 Google rating. When you need a plumber in San Diego who treats your home with the care it deserves, our licensed technicians are ready — with same-day service available countywide and no travel surcharge.
From water heaters to whole-home repiping, our San Diego plumbers handle every major system with same-day availability and upfront pricing. We're an installation, repair and replacement specialist — not a drain-cleaning company.
San Diego's most requested service. Tank and tankless repair and replacement, all brands, same-day countywide.
Learn More →Endless hot water, lower energy use and a 20+ year lifespan. We install Navien, Rinnai and Rheem throughout the county.
Learn More →Aging galvanized or copper pipe? PEX from $6,500, copper from $8,500 — completed in 2–5 days, water restored each evening. 25-year warranty.
Learn More →Hidden slab, pipe and underground leaks found fast with acoustic and thermal detection — no guesswork, no unnecessary damage.
Learn More →Complete plumbing rough-in for ADU projects — water supply, drain lines, water heater and gas. Direct or as your GC's subcontractor.
Get a Quote →Gas line repair and installation for ranges, water heaters and outdoor kitchens — code-compliant and pressure-tested. Repair from $350, install from $650.
Get a Quote →Cut water-heating energy use by up to 70% vs. a standard electric tank. A potential SDG&E rebate and GoGreen financing may apply, verified at your quote.
Learn More →Moen Flo and smart shutoff installation that detects leaks and shuts off automatically — often required or discounted by insurers.
Learn More →Burst pipes, failed water heaters and active leaks — we prioritize fast response countywide to limit damage to your home.
Call Now →Beyond major systems, we handle the everyday repairs and fixture installations that keep a San Diego home running — done right the first time.
Kitchen, bath and outdoor faucet replacement and repair — including homeowner-supplied fixtures.
Get a Quote →New garbage disposal installation and replacement, properly sealed and wired, with old-unit haul-away.
Get a Quote →Standard, comfort-height and high-efficiency toilet installation with proper flange, wax seal and leak testing.
Get a Quote →Running, leaking or weak-flushing toilets — flapper, fill valve, wax-ring and internal repairs that stop water waste.
Get a Quote →Leaking, corroded or burst supply and drain pipe repair — copper, PEX and galvanized — with minimal wall disruption.
Get a Quote →Shower and tub valve repair, cartridge replacement and leak fixes that restore pressure and stop drips.
Get a Quote →Shutoff valve, angle stop and pressure-reducing valve (PRV) replacement to protect your home from high water pressure.
Get a Quote →Whole-home filtration and softening to combat San Diego's hard water and protect fixtures, water heaters and pipes.
Learn More →We make plumbing service across San Diego County straightforward and stress-free, from the first call to the final walkthrough.
Call (619) 843-6692. We confirm a same-day or next-day appointment at your home.
We arrive on time in a marked vehicle. No waiting around, no vague time windows.
We assess the issue, explain what's needed clearly, and give you a full price before starting.
Work completed to code. Full cleanup. Everything tested before we leave your home.
Every price below is a starting "from" figure, confirmed in writing before any work begins. No travel surcharge anywhere in San Diego County, no hidden fees.
| Service | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Standard service call / repair | From $279 |
| Water heater replacement (tank) | From $1,400 |
| Tankless water heater installation | From $1,800 |
| Whole-home repiping (PEX) | From $6,500 |
| Whole-home repiping (copper) | From $8,500 |
| Leak detection | From $295 |
| ADU / new-construction plumbing | From $8,500 |
| Gas line repair / installation | From $350 / $650 |
| Valve & PRV replacement | From $350 |
| Water filtration system | From $895 |
| Emergency service | From $350 |
Premium and coastal areas (La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, Rancho Santa Fe) can run higher due to larger properties, access and corrosion-grade materials — your written estimate reflects your exact job. Warranty: 1-year workmanship on repairs, 25-year on whole-house repipes; leak detection alone is diagnostic.
A family-owned and operated company — consistent, accountable technicians who treat your home like our own, not a rotating cast of subcontractors.
We tell you exactly what your home needs and nothing more. Our reviews consistently highlight our honesty — we don't manufacture problems to inflate a bill.
Same-day appointments available countywide, from La Jolla to Chula Vista — we arrive on time, with no vague time windows.
CA License #926629 with full liability coverage on every job, plus a 1-year workmanship warranty and 25-year repipe warranty. Your home and investment are protected.
We focus on San Diego's highest-demand services rather than spreading thin — deeper expertise and better results on the jobs that matter most.
You know the full cost before we touch anything. Written estimates, no hidden fees, no surprises when the invoice arrives.
After 8,000+ jobs across San Diego County since 2008, the through-line is that the same two forces drive most of our calls: hard water and the county's aging pipe. Coastal salt air corrodes from the outside, hard-water sediment attacks from the inside, and 1960s–90s copper and galvanized systems give out on roughly the same timeline citywide. The homeowners who come out ahead treat the water heater, the repipe and filtration as one connected system — not three separate emergencies. Verify our standing on the CSLB and review water-heater efficiency guidance from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Same professional service and transparent pricing in every neighborhood — no travel surcharges anywhere in the county. Permits run through the City of San Diego Development Services and local jurisdictions, and we pull them all.
Serving: All of San Diego County
A water heater failure or whole-home repipe shouldn't wait on budget. We offer financing options on qualifying installations so you can protect your home now and pay over time. For high-efficiency upgrades, GoGreen financing and a potential SDG&E rebate may apply — verified at your quote.
Available on water heaters, tankless conversions, repipes and ADU plumbing. We'll walk you through the options with your written estimate.
📞 (619) 843-6692Tri Express Plumbing holds a 5.0★ Google rating from San Diego County homeowners.
A standard service call or repair starts at $279. Water heater replacement starts from $1,400, tankless from $1,800, whole-home repiping from $6,500 (copper from $8,500), leak detection from $295, ADU plumbing from $8,500, and emergency service from $350. Phone and online estimates are free; an on-site written estimate is $149, applied to the job. Call (619) 843-6692.
Yes, across all of San Diego County — including La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, Chula Vista, Point Loma, Pacific Beach, North Park, Carmel Valley and Mission Valley — when you call early enough. We stock common parts on the truck, so most repairs and many replacements finish in a single visit. Call (619) 843-6692 before noon for the best same-day availability.
San Diego's mix of aging copper pipe, hard mineral-heavy water and shifting soil creates elevated slab-leak risk — especially in homes built between the 1960s and 1990s. Salt air accelerates corrosion in coastal neighborhoods, and sandy soil moves seasonally, stressing the lines beneath your foundation. We locate slab leaks from $295 using acoustic sensors and thermal imaging, so there's no guesswork and no unnecessary damage.
Yes. Tri Express Plumbing holds CA Contractor License #926629 and carries full liability insurance on every job — verifiable anytime through the CSLB. We handle all permit requirements with the City of San Diego and surrounding jurisdictions, so every installation is code-compliant and properly documented. We've been licensed and serving San Diego County since 2008.
Water heater and tankless installation, whole-home repiping, electronic leak detection, gas line service, heat pump water heaters and ADU plumbing, plus everyday repairs and fixtures — faucet replacement, garbage disposals, toilet installation and repair, pipe repair, shower and tub repair, valve and PRV replacement, and water filtration. We're an installation, repair and replacement specialist, not a drain-cleaning company.
Whole-home repiping in San Diego County starts from $6,500 for PEX and from $8,500 for copper on a typical single-family home, with most projects ranging from $6,500 to $12,000 depending on home size, pipe material and layout. Most repipes are completed in 2 to 5 days with water restored each evening, and all City permits are handled. Whole-house repipes carry a 25-year warranty. Phone and online estimates are free.
Multiple leaks in different areas, low pressure throughout the house, or consistently discolored water usually mean repiping is more cost-effective than repeated repairs. We give an honest assessment with no obligation — PEX from $6,500, copper from $8,500, completed in 2 to 5 days.
Yes. High-efficiency heat pump water heaters can cut water-heating energy use by up to 70% vs. a standard electric tank, and they suit a garage with space and ambient warmth. A potential SDG&E rebate and GoGreen financing may apply and are verified at your quote. Note the federal tax credit expired December 31, 2025, and California's HEEHRA and TECH programs are currently waitlisted, so we never promise a tax credit or active rebate up front.
We install and service all major brands, including Bradford White, Rheem and A. O. Smith tanks, Navien and Rinnai tankless units, and fixtures and smart-water devices from Moen and Kohler. We recommend the brand and model that fits your home's gas line, space and budget rather than pushing one manufacturer, and every installation comes with a workmanship warranty and a pulled permit.
All of San Diego County, including La Jolla, Del Mar, Coronado, Chula Vista, Point Loma, Pacific Beach, North Park, Carmel Valley, Mission Valley, Rancho Santa Fe, Solana Beach, National City, Bonita, Eastlake, Otay Ranch, Encinitas and Scripps Ranch. There are no travel surcharges within San Diego County. Call (619) 843-6692 if you're unsure whether we cover your area.
Yes — service in both English and Spanish so every San Diego homeowner gets clear communication throughout the job. Hablamos español.
Unlike large national chains that send whoever is available, we're family-owned and operated since 2008, specializing in water heaters and whole-home repiping with transparent, published pricing and a 5.0 Google rating built over 8,000+ completed jobs. Same name, same license, same crew — and we offer bilingual service in Spanish. You reach the people doing the work, not a call center.
Same-day service available across all of San Diego County. Licensed, insured, family-owned, and ready to help.
CA Contractor License #926629 · Serving San Diego County Since 2008 · Same-Day Service Available
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