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4.7 from 14 Google reviews · Sep 30
Encinitas Plumbing
Encinitas Plumbing is a California state licensed, veteran-owned plumbing contractor serving Carlsbad, Encinitas, and coastal North San Diego County. We provide expert plumbing repairs, tankless and traditional water heater installation, leak detection and slab leak repair, pressure regulator replacement, drain cleaning, hydro jetting, fixture installation, and whole-home water treatment systems.
CSLB License #1059747. Licensed and insured.
From the business’s Google profile · Oct 2, 2026 · Request a changeCSLB active · Oct 14Not yet owner-confirmed
Newest review Oct 3, 2023 · 0 reviews in the last 3 months (as of Oct 10, 2026)
Newest reviews on GoogleWord for word · read Oct 10, 2026
Emma1/5
Horrible Communication. Called twice after my scheduled appointment. No show. Finally got a call back. The owner shouted and cursed at me. Said he was a "Christian Man". Why even bring that up? I am a believer but, that has nothing to do with a leaking toilet seat. I went somewhere else obviously, and with a more affordable company. His rational to fix for cheap was the same cost to replace with new. Peace of mind goes a long way. Thanks anyways Tim, have a good day.
Reply from the business · Jan 10, 2026
We have no record of an appointment, service request, or conversation matching the claims described here. We do not diagnose or quote repairs without inspecting an issue on site, or via customer submitted photos. The behavior attributed to us does not reflect how we operate or communicate with customers.
Additionally, a "leaking toilet seat" is not a plumbing condition we would quote for repair, as toilet seats themselves do not leak.
If this review was posted in error or intended for another business, we're happy to clarify. We encourage anyone with a genuine concern to contact us directly so it can be addressed professionally.
Maurice5/5
Don't get Encinitas Plumbing confused with Encinitas Plumbing and Drain. Encinitas Plumbing now what they're doing...on time, clean, quick and professional. I used to hire plumbers based on how cheap the price...big mistake. You pay for what you get.
Reply from the business · Aug 10, 2026
Thank you, Maurice, for your thoughtful review! We truly appreciate your kind words and are grateful you chose Encinitas Plumbing. We have always believed that quality workmanship, honest recommendations, clear communication, and professional service provide the best long-term value. Thank you for recognizing our team's commitment to doing the job right. We appreciate your recommendation and wish you all the best.
Ryan5/5
Had a second slab leak in 2 months. Not satisfied w the previous plumbing company I reached out to Encinitas Plumbing and the service was night day. Tim went well beyond the previous company I used and actually found out why we were having the problems instead of just fixing them as the came up. Haven’t had an issue since. Would HIGHLY recommend Encinitas Plumbing
Reply from the business · Aug 10, 2026
Thank you so much, Ryan! We truly appreciate your thoughtful review and your trust in Encinitas Plumbing. It was rewarding to not only repair the slab leak, but also identify why the leaks were occurring. So the underlying problem could be addressed—not just the symptom. Hearing that you haven't had any issues since means a lot to us. Thank you for your recommendation and for your friendship over the years. We're always here whenever you, your clients, friends, or family need an honest plumber they can count on.
Dave5/5
Owner/operator, Tim Sortor, provides excellent plumbing services. He provides high quality work and his rates are fair. Punctual and clean.
Reply from the business · Oct 10, 2020
Thanks for your business, Dave! Glad we were able to get your gas system back up and running. Ugh, SDG&E gas meter lockouts!
Slime5/5
Tim was so responsive in helping us with our kitchen sink. He was kind, explained things well and didn’t over charge us. We would love to use him in the future and recommend him for all your plumbing needs!
Reply from the business · Oct 10, 2020
Hi Liv. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family; glad we could help. Thanks so much for your business!
Bill5/5
Encinitas plumbing was guick to respond, rationally priced and very knowledgeable....thx Tim , ill call you in the future when l need a plumber.
Reply from the business · Oct 10, 2020
Hey Bill. Seeing as we hooked up all the plumbing in your Oceanside place, let's hope you won't need to see us anytime soon! Lol. Thanks for your business buddy.
Robert5/5
Efficient, knowledgeable, punctual and reasonably priced!!
Reply from the business · Aug 10, 2026
Thank you, Robert, for your wonderful review! We truly appreciate your kind words and are grateful you chose Encinitas Plumbing. It means a great deal that you recognized our efficiency, knowledge, punctuality, and fair pricing. Our goal has always been to provide honest recommendations, quality workmanship, and dependable service our customers can trust. Thank you again for your support—we look forward to helping you with any future plumbing needs.
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CSLB #1059747. C-36 Plumbing: water and gas lines, water heaters, gas appliance hookups, drains and waste lines. B General Building: building and remodeling jobs that use two or more unrelated trades, and framing or carpentry. Licensed since Oct 29, 2019: 6 years. Expires Oct 31, 2027. The class should match your job.
Bond with WESTERN SURETY COMPANY since Oct 28, 2025: the $25,000 bond every California contractor must carry. A bond is separate from liability insurance.
The business told CSLB it has no employees. An exemption isn’t insurance: CSLB warns that if a worker is injured on your property and the contractor has no insurance, you could be financially liable. Ask who will do the work.
B General Building: building and remodeling jobs that use two or more unrelated trades, and framing or carpentry C-36 Plumbing: water and gas lines, water heaters, gas appliance hookups, drains and waste lines
CSLB’s class definitions in plain words · cslb.ca.gov
Contractor bond
$25,000 bond on file since Oct 28, 2025
CSLB · Oct 14 · WESTERN SURETY COMPANY, bond #67526067
On file
Workers' comp
Exempt: the license holder certified having no employees
