4.9★ from 380+ reviews

San Diego's Most Trusted Plumbing Experts

From burst pipes at midnight to full bathroom remodels — we show up fast, fix it right, and leave your home better than we found it.

Licensed & Insured
24/7 Emergency Service
4.9★ Google Rating
Satisfaction Guaranteed
How It Works

From Call to Complete in 4 Simple Steps

01

Call or Book Online

Reach us anytime — by phone, email, or through our online form. We'll ask a few quick questions to understand your situation.

02

Free On-Site Estimate

A licensed plumber arrives at your home, diagnoses the issue, and provides a transparent, no-obligation estimate before any work begins.

03

Expert Repair

Once approved, we get to work immediately. Most repairs are completed same-day with parts from our fully-stocked service trucks.

04

Guaranteed Satisfaction

We clean up, walk you through the work, and back everything with our satisfaction guarantee. If you're not happy, we make it right.

The Acme Plumbing team

Serving San Diego Since 2005

For nearly two decades, Acme Plumbing has been the trusted choice for homeowners and businesses across San Diego County. Founded by master plumber James Hartwell, our team combines old-school craftsmanship with modern technology to deliver plumbing solutions that last.

We're not a call center that dispatches strangers to your home. We're a local team — your neighbors — who take pride in every job, no matter how small. Every technician is background-checked, drug-tested, and treated like family. Because when they walk into your home, they represent ours.

18+
Years in Business
12,000+
Jobs Completed
4.9★
Google Rating (380+ Reviews)
60 min
Avg. Emergency Response
Licensed Contractor (CA #1058473) BBB A+ Rated Yelp Top Rated 2024 EPA Lead-Safe Certified

Trusted by Thousands of San Diego Homeowners

We let our work speak for itself — but our customers like to speak up too.

4.9★ — 380+ reviews on Google
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"They showed up within 45 minutes of my call — on a Sunday — and fixed a burst pipe in my basement. Professional, fast, and fair pricing. I've used them three times now and they've been perfect every time."

Maria Gonzalez

Chula Vista, CA

Emergency Plumbing
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"Best plumber I've used in 20 years of homeownership. They replaced our ancient water heater same-day, cleaned up perfectly, and even showed me how to maintain it. Their price beat two other quotes by over $400."

Robert Thompson

San Diego, CA

Water Heater Installation
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"Honest, reliable, and reasonably priced. They diagnosed our drain issue quickly with a camera inspection and didn't try to upsell me on things I didn't need. Refreshing experience — this is our plumber for life."

Jennifer Liu

Oceanside, CA

Drain Cleaning
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"We hired Acme for a complete bathroom remodel. They handled everything from plumbing to tile to fixtures. The project came in on budget and the result is stunning. Can't recommend them enough."

David & Sarah Mitchell

La Mesa, CA

Bathroom Remodel
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"Had a sewer line issue that two other companies wanted to dig up my entire front yard to fix. Acme used trenchless repair and saved my landscaping. The price was reasonable and the work was flawless."

Michael Park

Escondido, CA

Sewer Line Repair
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"From the friendly phone staff to the punctual, skilled technician, everything about this company is top-notch. They even followed up the next day to make sure everything was working. That's rare."

Angela Russo

Carlsbad, CA

Pipe Repair

Need a Plumber You Can Actually Trust?

Get a free, no-pressure estimate today. Most repairs completed same-day.

Questions?
We've Got Answers.

Can't find what you're looking for? Give us a call and we'll walk you through it — no sales pitch, just straight answers.

Call (619) 555-0123
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes! We provide free, no-obligation estimates for all non-emergency services. A licensed plumber will visit your home, diagnose the issue, and give you a transparent quote before any work begins. No surprises, no hidden fees.
How fast can you respond to an emergency?
Our average emergency response time is under 60 minutes across San Diego County. We dispatch 24/7, 365 days a year — including holidays and weekends — with no overtime surcharges.
Are you licensed and insured?
Absolutely. We're fully licensed (CA Contractor License #1058473), bonded, and carry $2M in general liability insurance. Every technician is background-checked, drug-tested, and continuously trained on the latest plumbing codes and technology.
What areas do you serve?
We serve all of San Diego County, including San Diego, Chula Vista, Oceanside, Escondido, Carlsbad, El Cajon, La Mesa, National City, and all surrounding communities. If you're in San Diego County, we'll be there.
Do you guarantee your work?
Every job comes with our 100% satisfaction guarantee. If something we repaired fails within our warranty period, we'll fix it at no additional cost. Most repairs carry a 1-year warranty; water heater installations carry up to 10 years.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, Discover). We also offer financing options for larger projects like repiping and bathroom remodels — ask about 0% APR plans.
Will you clean up after the job?
Always. Our technicians wear shoe covers in your home, lay down protective mats, and leave your space cleaner than they found it. We treat your home like our own — that's not a tagline, it's a promise.

Need a Plumber You Can Actually Trust?

Get a free, no-pressure estimate today. Most repairs completed same-day.

(619) 555-0123

24/7 Emergency Service Available

info@acmeplumbing.com

We respond within 24 hours

San Diego, CA

Serving San Diego, Chula Vista, Oceanside, Escondido & more

Business Hours

Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed
24/7 Emergency Service Available

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