Getting your water flowing again is easier than you think. Whether you are dealing with a slow drain in the master bath, a faucet that drips all night, or a toilet that refuses to stop running, we have seen it and fixed it more times than we can count. Our licensed plumbers handle the full range of everyday residential work, from the routine to the frustrating.
Common residential services we handle:
For stubborn clogs, we use drain snaking and hydro jetting to clear lines thoroughly rather than just punch through the blockage and leave the buildup behind. When something is not draining right, there is usually a reason, and we take the time to find it.
We also handle leak detection and repair, including hidden leaks inside walls, under slabs, and behind fixtures. We keep you informed from diagnosis to final test so you always know what we found, what it takes to fix it, and what the job will cost before we start. We'll find the leak and fix it right.
Plumbing a home right takes the right tools and a licensed hand, and water heater work is no exception. A failed water heater is one of the more disruptive plumbing problems a household can face, and it rarely happens at a convenient time. We respond quickly to no-hot-water calls and work on both tank and tankless units.
When we arrive for a water heater call, we start with a thorough diagnosis. We check the unit, explain what we find in plain language, and give you an honest assessment of whether repair or replacement makes more sense for your situation. We never push a replacement when a repair will do the job. We also never recommend a repair that is just going to bring you back to the same problem in six months.
Services we provide:
Tankless water heaters are a popular upgrade in the Auburn area, where households want reliable hot water without the standby energy loss of a traditional tank. If you are considering the switch, call us for a quote on water heater service and we will walk you through your options. We'll make your plumbing sound again.
Getting your plumbing problem handled starts with a quick call. Sewer and main line issues are among the most urgent plumbing problems a property can develop, and they are also among the most misunderstood. A slow drain in one fixture might be a simple clog. Slow drains throughout the house, gurgling toilets, or sewage odors near floor drains usually point to a main line problem that needs professional attention fast.
We handle the full range of sewer and main line work:
We also handle whole-home repiping, including copper repiping, PEX repiping, and galvanized pipe replacement. Auburn has a significant number of homes built in the 1950s through the 1970s, and galvanized steel pipe from that era corrodes from the inside out. If your water pressure has been dropping or you are seeing rust-colored water at the tap, aging galvanized pipe is often the cause.
Slab leak detection and repair is another service we provide regularly in the foothill region. Older concrete slabs and the shifting soils common in Placer County's hillside terrain put stress on the pipes running beneath them. We locate slab leaks accurately and repair them with code-compliant plumbing on every job, so the fix holds.
Every job we complete is held to the same standard: work performed by licensed plumbers, done to code, and done right the first time. That is not a tagline. It is how we have stayed in business in Auburn for nearly four decades.
When we finish a job, we test everything before we pack up. We walk the customer through what was done and why. If something is not right, we come back and make it right. We are not satisfied until the work holds and the customer is comfortable with the result. That straightforward commitment is what keeps our phone ringing from people who heard about us from a neighbor, a coworker, or a family member who has used us for years.
Our experience covers far more than single-family homes. We work regularly with property managers, multi-unit residential buildings, small commercial properties, and light commercial contractors throughout the Auburn area and the broader Placer County market.
Commercial plumbing services we provide:
Backflow preventer work is particularly relevant in Placer County, where mixed residential and agricultural properties often require backflow protection on irrigation and supply connections. We install and service these devices to current code requirements.
We understand that a plumbing problem in a commercial building or rental property is a business problem, not just a maintenance issue. We protect your floors and finishes while we work, and we work efficiently to minimize disruption to tenants, customers, or operations.
When a pipe bursts, a water heater fails overnight, or a main line backs up on a Sunday morning, you need someone who picks up the phone and shows up. We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing service and same-day scheduling for urgent calls throughout Auburn and the surrounding communities.
When you call with an emergency, a real local person answers. We give you an honest arrival window and we meet it. When we get to the job, we assess the situation, explain what we are dealing with, and tell you what it will take to fix it before we start any work. No surprises.
Emergency and same-day services include:
Licensed plumbers. Code-compliant work. Fair rates. That is what you get whether you call us on a Tuesday afternoon or at midnight on a Saturday. We'll have your drains running again in no time.
We know that hiring a plumber comes with questions about cost, and we think that is completely reasonable. Our approach is simple: we assess the job, explain the scope of the work in plain language, and give you a clear quote before anything starts. There are no surprise charges added at the end of a job, and no costs that were not explained upfront.
We are happy to discuss plumbing rates and service call costs over the phone so you have a realistic idea of what to expect before we even arrive. If the job turns out to be more involved than it first appeared, we stop and talk to you before we proceed. You stay in control of the decision.
We position ourselves as an affordable option for Auburn-area homeowners and businesses, but affordable does not mean cutting corners. It means honest pricing, efficient work, and not charging for things that are not necessary. Call us for a plumbing estimate and find out what your job will actually cost.
Auburn is our home base and has been since we opened our doors in 1987. Over nearly four decades, we have built relationships across Placer County and into the surrounding foothill communities. We serve Rocklin, Roseville, Lincoln, Loomis, Colfax, and Grass Valley, along with the neighborhoods and rural properties in between.
The foothill region has its own character when it comes to plumbing. Older homes on hillside lots, shifting soils, a mix of city water connections and private wells, and housing stock that spans from mid-century to brand new. We know this terrain well, and that local knowledge shows up in how we diagnose problems and recommend solutions.
If you are in Auburn or anywhere nearby in the county and you need a plumber you can count on, we are close by and ready to help.
We have been working in Auburn and across Placer County since 1987, which means nearly four decades of experience with the local housing stock, the foothill terrain, and the plumbing challenges specific to this region. That local knowledge shows up in how we diagnose problems and recommend solutions, whether we are working in an older mid-century home or a newer development on the east side of town.
Yes. We have been working in Auburn and the surrounding communities for close to four decades, so we know the neighborhoods, the streets, and the kinds of properties common to each part of Placer County. That familiarity helps us arrive on time and understand the plumbing context before we even walk through the door.
Licensed plumbers perform all of the work we take on. When you call, a local person answers. When we arrive, it is a member of our local team, not a subcontractor sourced from somewhere else. The same accountability that keeps a small local business in operation for 39 years applies to every job we take on.
We serve homeowners, landlords, property managers, and business owners throughout Auburn and the broader Placer County area. Single-family homes, multi-unit rentals, commercial buildings, and mixed-use properties all fall within the work we handle regularly.
We protect your floors and finishes while we work, and we clean up before we leave. We treat the property with the same care we would want shown in our own homes. That standard applies whether we are doing a quick fixture repair or a larger job that takes most of the day.
We stand behind the work we do. If something is not right after we finish a job, we come back and make it right. We are not satisfied until the work holds and the customer is comfortable with the result.
We keep you informed from the moment we diagnose the problem to the final test at the end of the job. We explain what we found in plain language, give you an honest assessment of the options, and do not recommend work you did not ask for. That straightforward approach is what has kept our phone ringing from referrals for nearly four decades.
We are a locally owned business that has been part of this community since 1987, and we understand what it means to keep work and dollars local. When we need materials, supplies, or outside services, we look to local sources where we can.
Yes. We work regularly with property managers and landlords who need multiple units or properties handled efficiently. We coordinate scheduling to minimize gaps and keep you updated on each job so you are not left waiting for information.
Dan's Plumbing and Heating has been the trusted name for plumbing work in Auburn, California since 1987. Thirty-nine years of showing up on time, doing the work right, and standing behind it. Licensed plumbers on every job, residential and commercial, from a leaky faucet to a full repipe.
Pick the date. We do the plumbing. We clean up after.
Call (530) 994-9156 to schedule service or request a quote. We are ready when you are.
From a stubborn kitchen drain to a full sewer line repair, we handle the full range of residential and commercial plumbing work across Auburn and Placer County. The table below covers everything we do, who each service is best suited for, and a practical note to help you decide what to schedule. Call us when you are ready and we will talk through the details.
| Plumbing Service | Scope of Work | Best For | Helpful to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faucet and Fixture Installation | faucet repair and replacementshowerhead and tub fixture servicesupply line and shutoff replacementkitchen and bath fixture upgrades | homeowners upgrading fixtures or dealing with drips, leaks, and worn hardware | When we swap a fixture, we check the supply lines and shutoff valves at the same time so nothing is left in questionable shape behind the wall. |
| Water-Saving Fixture Upgrades | WaterSense-rated toilet installationlow-flow faucet and showerhead replacementshutoff valve check at each locationcode-compliance verification for older fixtures | Placer County homeowners looking to meet California conservation standards or reduce water use during drought restrictions | Older fixtures in California homes may no longer meet current code requirements; upgrading addresses both efficiency and compliance in one visit. |
| Tankless Water Heater Installation | tank removal and disposaltankless unit sizing and installgas supply line upgrade if neededfinal testing and documentation | Auburn homeowners with limited utility space, older tank units, or properties where energy efficiency matters | Tankless units typically outlast conventional tanks by several years and deliver hot water on demand without the standby energy cost of keeping a tank warm. |
| Hot-Water Recirculation Pumps | recirculation pump installationdedicated return line or crossover valve setuptimer and thermostat configurationconnection to existing water heater | homeowners tired of waiting for hot water at distant fixtures, especially in larger or multi-story homes | A recirculation pump keeps hot water close to the fixture so you are not running the tap for a minute before the temperature arrives. |
| Garbage Disposal Service | disposal repairfull unit replacementdrain connection servicejam clearing | homeowners with a disposal that hums, leaks, or has stopped working entirely | A disposal that leaks at the sink flange or drain connection is often a quick fix; a unit that trips repeatedly may be due for replacement. |
| Emergency Plumbing | burst pipe responsemajor leak controlsewer backuploss of hot water | any situation causing active water damage or making a bathroom or kitchen unusable | We respond to emergencies after hours; call us any time and a real local person will pick up and get someone moving. |
| Leak Detection and Repair | visible and hidden leaksslab and under-slab leakssupply line leakspipe joint repair | any property showing unexplained water damage, high water bills, or damp spots | Hidden leaks can run for weeks before showing visible signs; catching them early limits damage to walls, floors, and foundations. |
| Drain Cleaning and Clog Removal | kitchen and bathroom drainsfloor drainsrecurring slow drainsfull blockage clearing | homeowners, landlords, and commercial properties with slow or stopped drains | Drains that clog repeatedly often point to a buildup or line issue deeper than the fixture; we diagnose the cause, not just the symptom. |
| Earthquake Gas Shutoff Valves | seismic shutoff valve installation at the metergas line connection and verificationthreshold setting for the applicationinstallation documentation | Auburn and Placer County homeowners in seismically active areas who want automatic gas shutoff during an earthquake | The valve responds automatically when ground shaking exceeds a set threshold; no action is required from the homeowner during an event. |
| Whole-Home Repiping | galvanized, copper, and PEX repipingfixture reconnection throughout the homeshutoff and supply line replacementcode-compliant installation | older Auburn homes with galvanized or deteriorating pipe that is causing low pressure, discolored water, or repeated leaks | Repiping is a larger job but typically takes one to two days; we walk you through the scope and timeline before work begins. |
| Toilet Repair and Installation | running or leaking toiletsflush mechanism repairfull toilet replacementwax ring and flange service | homeowners and rental property managers with a toilet that runs, leaks at the base, or needs replacing | A running toilet can waste hundreds of gallons a week; the fix is usually straightforward and worth scheduling promptly. |
| Water Heater Repair and ReplacementMost Popular | tank unit repair and replacementgas and electric modelspressure and valve servicenew unit sizing and installation | homeowners and landlords dealing with no hot water, inconsistent heat, or an aging tank | Most tank water heaters last 8 to 12 years; if yours is past that range and losing efficiency, replacement often costs less long-term than repeated repairs. |
| Sewer and Main Line Service | main line cleaning and clearingroot intrusion removalline repair and replacementcamera inspection of the line | any property with slow drains throughout the home, sewage odors, or a backed-up main line | Tree roots are a common cause of sewer line problems in established foothill neighborhoods; early clearing can prevent a full line replacement. |
| Pressure-Regulating Valve Installation | PRV sizing and selectioninstallation on the main supply linepressure testing before and aftershutoff valve service at the same time | homes with water pressure that is too high, causing noise, wear on fixtures, or appliance damage | Most residential systems perform best between 50 and 70 PSI; a PRV brings high municipal pressure into that range and protects everything downstream. |
| Water Pressure and Shutoff Valve Repair | low pressure diagnosispressure-regulating valve serviceshutoff valve repair and replacementwhole-home pressure testing | homeowners noticing weak flow at fixtures or a shutoff valve that no longer closes fully | A failing pressure-regulating valve can quietly damage appliances and fixtures over time; replacement is a straightforward job that protects the whole system. |
How do I know if my water heater needs to be replaced rather than repaired?
Age is the first indicator. Most tank water heaters last 8 to 12 years, and once a unit is past that range, repairs often cost more than they save. Other signs include rusty or discolored hot water, a rumbling or popping sound from the tank, water pooling around the base, or hot water that runs out faster than it used to. If the unit is under 8 years old and the issue is a faulty thermostat, a bad heating element, or a worn anode rod, repair usually makes sense. If the tank itself is corroding or leaking, replacement is the right call. We can walk you through the options once we take a look.
What is the difference between a tank and a tankless water heater?
A tank water heater stores a set volume of hot water, typically 40 to 50 gallons, and keeps it warm continuously. A tankless unit heats water on demand as it passes through the unit, so there is no storage tank and no standby energy loss. Tankless units are a good fit for homes with limited utility space, households that run out of hot water during peak use, or owners who want lower long-term energy costs. The upfront installation cost is higher, but tankless units typically outlast conventional tanks by several years. We size the unit to match your home's demand before installation.
What causes drains to keep clogging even after they have been cleared?
A drain that clogs repeatedly usually has a cause beyond the fixture itself. In kitchen drains, grease and food buildup accumulates on pipe walls over time and narrows the line. In bathroom drains, hair and soap residue are the common culprits. When a drain backs up repeatedly across multiple fixtures, the problem is likely in the main line rather than at a single drain. Tree root intrusion, pipe scale, or a partial collapse in older lines can all cause recurring blockages. We diagnose where the clog is forming and why, so the fix addresses the actual problem.
Work Performed by Licensed Plumbers
Every job we take on is handled by licensed plumbers who know California code and take it seriously. That means the work is done right the first time and will hold up to inspection.
How are hidden leaks found without tearing up walls or floors?
We start with the symptoms: unexplained increases in your water bill, damp spots on walls or ceilings, the sound of running water when no fixture is on, or a water meter that keeps moving after everything is shut off. From there we use pressure testing and, where needed, specialized detection equipment to narrow down the location before any opening is made. Slab leaks, which occur in pipes running under a concrete foundation, require locating the leak precisely so we can access it with the smallest practical opening. We tell you what we find before any work begins.
What are the signs of a sewer or main line problem?
The most common signs are multiple drains backing up or draining slowly at the same time, gurgling sounds coming from toilets or floor drains when other fixtures are used, sewage odors inside or around the foundation, and wet patches in the yard above the sewer line route. A single slow drain usually points to a localized clog. When the problem shows up at several fixtures simultaneously, the main line is the likely cause. Tree roots are a frequent culprit in older foothill neighborhoods where mature trees grow near the sewer route.
Do I need to be home when the plumber is working?
For most jobs, yes. We walk you through what we found before work begins and again when we are done, so being present lets you ask questions and approve the scope in real time. If the work is at a rental property, a property manager or designated contact who can authorize the job and provide access is sufficient. We schedule a specific window so you are not waiting around all day, and we communicate clearly if anything changes on our end.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We give you a clear estimate before any work begins, and we do not add costs that were not discussed upfront. If the scope changes, we stop and talk to you before we proceed.
How do estimates and pricing work?
We give you a clear estimate before any work begins. For many common jobs, we can give you a solid sense of cost over the phone once we understand what you are dealing with. On-site, we diagnose the problem, tell you what we found, and give you a quote before a wrench turns. There are no surprise line items added after the fact. If a job turns out to be more involved than it first appeared, we stop and talk to you before proceeding so you stay in control of the decision.
When should I call a plumber instead of trying to fix it myself?
Minor things like clearing a surface-level drain clog with a plunger or replacing a showerhead are reasonable DIY tasks. Beyond that, the risk of making the problem worse goes up quickly. Work involving gas lines, water heaters, sewer lines, shutoff valves at the main, or anything inside the wall or under the slab should be handled by licensed plumbers. A small mistake on a gas line or a slab leak repair can be costly and dangerous. If you are not certain what you are dealing with, a call to describe the symptoms costs nothing and can save a lot.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
Most non-emergency calls are handled the same day you reach out. For true emergencies, we respond after hours so a burst pipe or major leak does not have to wait until morning.
What causes low water pressure throughout the house?
Low pressure affecting the whole home usually points to one of a few causes: a failing pressure-regulating valve, a partially closed shutoff valve at the meter or main, significant scale buildup inside older galvanized pipes, or a supply line issue. If the pressure drop is sudden, check whether a shutoff valve was recently bumped or closed. If it has been gradual over months or years, pipe scale or a PRV issue is more likely. We test the pressure at the main and at fixtures to locate where the drop is occurring.
Is the plumbing work done to code, and will it pass inspection?
Code-compliant work is the baseline we start from on every job. All work is performed by licensed plumbers who know California plumbing code and local Placer County requirements. When a permit is required for the scope of work, we follow the permit process. We do not cut corners on code compliance to save time, because work that does not meet code can create problems when you sell the property or file an insurance claim.
How long does a whole-home repipe take?
Most whole-home repipes in a single-family residence take one to two days, depending on the size of the home, the number of fixtures, and the accessibility of the existing pipe. We walk you through the scope and timeline before work begins so you can plan accordingly. Water will be off for portions of the job, but we work to minimize the interruption and restore service at the end of each day where possible.
Every plumbing situation is a little different, so call us at (530) 994-9156 and we will give you a straight answer about what your job involves and what it will cost.
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