Plumber in South Whittier, CA
Whittier Plumbing Pros repairs leaks, clogged drains, sewer lines and water heaters in South Whittier. We serve the unincorporated LA County communities around Whittier, so we know how county permits, county sewer rules and local water providers affect your repair.
Who to Call
South Whittier Plumbing Problems We Handle
Since the whole sewer lateral and every pipe on your property belong to you, almost every plumbing problem in a South Whittier home is a job for a plumber, not the county.
| Problem in Your Home | Who Fixes It |
|---|---|
| Leaking or burst pipe | Call us |
| Clogged drain or toilet | Call us |
| Sewer backing up into your house | Call us — your lateral is your responsibility |
| Slab leak or high water bill | Call us |
| Water heater leaking or no hot water | Call us |
| Gas line repair or new gas line | Call us once the gas company says your home is safe |
| Sewage overflowing from a manhole in the street | LA County Public Works |
| Smell gas right now | Leave the house and call SoCalGas or 911 first |
The county only handles the public main in the street. Everything from your house to that main is yours, and that is where most backups start.
Sewer Backups
Sewer Backup in South Whittier: Your Line or the County's?
- Only your house is backing up. The clog or break is almost always in your own lateral. Call us and we will clear it.
- Your outdoor cleanout is full of water. The blockage is past the cleanout, toward the street. We clear it and run a camera to see exactly where the problem is.
- Water is bubbling out of a manhole in the street. That points to the public main, which the county maintains.
If our camera shows the problem is in the county's main, we will tell you, so you don't pay to fix a pipe that isn't yours.
We Run a Camera First
We send a camera down your line to find the exact location and cause before recommending any repair. You see what we see.
Upfront Pricing
You get a price before any work starts. No surprises once we are on site.
Local Knowledge
Plumbing Problems in South Whittier Homes
The median South Whittier home was built in 1959. Homes from that postwar era tend to share the same plumbing problems as they age.
Slab Leaks in Tract Homes
Many tract homes sit on concrete slabs with water lines underneath. A warm spot on the floor, a running water meter or a sudden jump in your bill can point to a slab leak.
See Leak Detection →Old Galvanized Pipes and Low Water Pressure
Homes that still have original galvanized supply lines often see weak pressure and rusty water as the pipes rust from the inside. Replacing them is often smarter than patching one leak after another.
See Pipe Repair and Repiping →Clay Sewer Laterals and Tree Roots
Older clay sewer lines have joints that roots can slip into, especially under mature trees. Since South Whittier owners are responsible for the whole lateral, a camera inspection before a big repair is worth it.
See Hydro Jetting for Root Clearing →Hard Groundwater and Water Heaters
Orchard Dale Water District relies on groundwater, and water across the Whittier area has tested hard. Mineral buildup shortens water heater life and wears out faucet parts faster.
See Water Heater Repair →Household Size
Bigger Households Mean Busier Plumbing
South Whittier homes average about 3.6 people per household, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. More showers, laundry and dishes mean more drain clogs, more toilet repairs and water heaters that work harder every day.
What We Do
Plumbing Services We Provide in South Whittier
- Emergency plumbing for burst pipes, floods and sewer backups
- Leak detection for slab, wall and yard leaks
- Drain cleaning and hydro jetting for clogs and roots
- Sewer line repair for cracked, sagging or root filled laterals
- Water heater repair and installation, including tankless
- Pipe repair and repiping for galvanized and leaking lines
- Gas line repair, toilet repair and faucet and fixture repair
You get upfront pricing before any work starts. For typical price ranges, see our plumbing cost guide.
Nearby
Plumbing Help Near South Whittier
We also serve neighboring East Whittier, West Whittier and Los Nietos and the City of Whittier. See all of our service areas or visit our Whittier plumbers for the full list of services.
Jurisdiction
South Whittier Is LA County, Not the City of Whittier
South Whittier is an unincorporated community of about 56,000 people in Los Angeles County. It sits just south of the City of Whittier, and homes here carry 90604, 90605 or 90602 ZIP codes. Because it is county land, a few things work differently than inside city limits.
Permits Go Through LA County
Permits for work like water heater replacement, repiping, sewer repair and new gas lines go through LA County Public Works, not the City of Whittier. South Whittier is handled by the county's South Whittier Building and Safety Office, which is located in Norwalk. When you call us, we will tell you if your job needs a county permit.
The Sewer Main Is County Maintained
The sewer main in your street is maintained by the county's Consolidated Sewer Maintenance District. City of Whittier rules do not apply here. For example, the City of Whittier's sewer lateral video rule applies inside the city, not in South Whittier.
You Own the Entire Sewer Lateral
LA County says the property owner is responsible for the entire length of the sewer lateral, including the part under the street. County Code 20.24.080 also requires owners to keep it clear of roots and debris. So if your line backs up, the repair is usually yours, even if the problem is under the asphalt. See sewer line repair.
Water Providers Vary by Block
Orchard Dale Water District serves part of South Whittier. Other areas are served by other providers. Check your water bill to confirm who supplies your home.
Common Questions
South Whittier Plumbing FAQs
No. South Whittier is an unincorporated community in Los Angeles County. It has Whittier mailing addresses, but county rules apply, not city rules.
LA County Public Works. South Whittier is served by the county's South Whittier Building and Safety Office, located at 12440 Imperial Highway in Norwalk.
The county maintains the public main. The homeowner is responsible for the entire lateral, including the part under the street, so that repair is usually yours.
It depends on your block. Orchard Dale Water District serves part of South Whittier, and other areas are served by other providers. Check your water bill.
Water heater replacement normally requires a permit and inspection in California. In South Whittier, that permit goes through LA County, not the City of Whittier.
Yes. We serve South Whittier homes in 90604 and 90605, along with the rest of the Whittier area.
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