Plumbing FAQ — Los Angeles
Questions from LA homeowners, answered by Richard Yazmajian — licensed plumber with 30+ years in Los Angeles. For urgent help, call (310) 853-5200.
Richard typically arrives within 30–60 minutes anywhere in greater Los Angeles, including the San Fernando Valley, Westside, and Hollywood. He is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Yes. Richards Rooter & Plumbing is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured plumbing contractor in California. Richard has held his California contractor's license since 1994.
Yes, we provide free estimates on all plumbing work. Richard will assess your situation and give you an honest, upfront price before any work begins — no pressure, no hidden fees.
We serve all of greater Los Angeles, including the San Fernando Valley (Northridge, Woodland Hills, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Burbank), the Westside (Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Century City, West Hollywood), and Hollywood. Call (310) 853-5200 to confirm service to your area.
Pricing varies by the type and complexity of the job. Richard provides honest, upfront pricing before starting work — there are no additional emergency premiums for after-hours calls.
Yes. Richard is certified to work on both water supply lines and gas lines in California. This includes gas leak detection and repair, gas line sizing for appliances, and all water supply and drain work.
Absolutely. Richard was one of LA's first plumbers to install tankless water heaters, going back to the early 1990s. He installs Navien, Noritz, Rinnai, Rheem, and Bosch units and handles all gas line and venting requirements.
Standard tank water heater replacement typically takes 2–3 hours. Tankless water heater installation takes 4–6 hours depending on venting and gas line requirements. Richard handles all permitting.
Slab leaks occur when water supply lines embedded in your concrete foundation corrode or break. Richard uses acoustic detection and pressure testing to locate them accurately, then repairs with minimal concrete cutting.
The most common sign is a sulfur or rotten egg smell. You may also hear a hissing sound near gas appliances or see dying vegetation above a buried gas line. Leave immediately and call 911 — then call Richard at (310) 853-5200 once you are safely away from the building.
Richard offers discounts for senior homeowners and military veterans. Please mention this when you call.
Richards Rooter & Plumbing accepts cash, check, and all major credit cards. Payment is due upon job completion.