How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%86+46.9Reliability 24%84+20.4Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%40+2.8Experts Score= 83Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCOREAce Plumbing & Rooter, Inc.
San Francisco, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #10Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 14 sump pump repair services · 4.9★ from 1,200 Google reviews
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Customers hired Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. for 8 kinds of job.
Ace Plumbing & Rooter, Inc. for drain cleaning
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I had an emergency clogged pipe with sewage backing into the house and just so happened to see Mario finishing up a job for my neighbor. He was able to create an appointment on the spot and fixed the issue. Very pleasant to work with, did a great job, and cleaned up afterwards! It’s about all I could ask for, thanks!
Eric and his crew - Juan, Danny, Omar and Chase did a fantastic job on my Sewer and Drain Piping Replacement project. They are very knowledgeable and efficient. The job was finished in just 5 days with minor interruption. I am very happy with their work. I highly recommend Ace Plumbing and Rooter for any plumbing needs and ask for Eric.
Very professional service
Always so professional and courteous!!
Ace Plumbing was terrific! I was put a waitlist and they were able to send a plumber out the next day instead of next week. It was a pleasure to work with Jeff, the plumber, who was very professional and unclogged my sink quickly.
Easy to schedule, clear communication, punctual arrival, clear description of problem, expert diagnosis and repair, all one could hope for.
Here is what we are working with. A home built in 1930. Original pipes still in use in 2026. So there have been some rough times that impacted the plumbing, and there was an urgent situation that needed more than Liquid Drano. I did my due diligence and research and settled on Ace and thankfully got Chris to come…
I called about a non-emergency slow drain. I was not in a hurry, but was able to get an appointment for the same day, about an hour after I called. I was given an estimate for snaking the drain. I was also given an estimate to replace the plastic pipes under the kitchen sink with chrome, which I accepted. Everything…
Johnny and Lino did an excellent job on this drain cleaning project. Johnny was very thorough and answered all my related questions. He explained the details and always kept me informed. I would definitely ask for their service by name.
Josiah was super professional and efficient, and really took great care with the work
Making an appointment was easy. Quoted a possible Tuesday appointment with time frame by email. Dispatcher called with update on earlier appointment. Plumber was dispatched after he spoke to the tenant. Plumber briefed me on the plumbing issues & I approved. Work was completed. Plumbing bill was paid. Every thing was great!
John did a fantastic job of snaking my sink and getting it up and running again. He was super professional and just an all around great guy. This is my second time using Ace for a job and once again everything was done well and quickly. Thank you!
Fast service, reliable, would definitely use them again. Thank you!
very professional and trustworthy! would recommend
I had a bathroom sink that was clogged. I called several plumbers, they all wanted to charge an unreasonable amount without even looking at the sink. Ace came within 30 min, quoted me a price that was half of everyone else. They thoroughly cleaned out the drain and had it all back to new within 30 min. The plumbers…
Eric and Francisco were quick and did a great job snaking our kitchen sink and replacing the pipes underneath. Thank you men a go Mexico, great win against South Korea yesterday!!!!
Carlos from Ace Plumbing was very kind and understanding. We had a clogged drain in our bathroom due to clogged bottle trap under the sink. He cleaned ours out and then taught us how to clean it ourselves. Best of all, he didn’t charge us for this service since it was a superficial clog. Thank you!
Very nice people, solved my problem promptly, but they don't quote prices and don't have a price until you get here. And then you feel felt hostage. They charged $800 for two clogged pipes. It took them 45 mins. So more than $1000 an hour. Outrageous prices.
My tenant had an issue with a bathroom sink that was draining very slowly. Mario diagnosed the problem quickly and fixed the issue. I appreciate the prompt and thorough service.
Great service!
Joel was extremely helpful; solved the problem and gave me several options so problem will not reoccur.
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Our family has been trusting Ace plumbing for over 10 years. They have always been responsive, prompt, thorough, reasonable and they always get the job done. I trust Ace and I give them my highest recommendation.
Simply the best. Courteous service; very knowledgeable; and definitely not gouging people. I will only work with Ace going forward whenever plumbing issues arise at home.
I have used Ace for years and find them to be very experienced and cost effective. They are prompt and flexible with scheduling appointments. My most recent experience was them coming to my building on a Sunday to take care of a tricky drain situation. They did a great job with minimal inconvenience to my tenants. .
They responded quickly, within an hour and half of my calling on a Saturday evening and arrived about 7pm. Mark on the phone was friendly and the tech was as well. They got the job done efficiently and were clean and neat. I just wish it had been a little cheaper but after all things considered, I would use them…
Plumber was great.
Great service and super nice guy
I have hired Ace Plumbing before in 2022 to replace a toilet. I wrote a testimonial then also. Today I just had a very bad back up. I tried everything I could yesterday and it was unmovable. I was scared it was a bigger issue and it is not pleasant to not have a functional toilet. I called Ace this morning and they…
I can’t recommend Joel highly enough—he is, without a doubt, the best plumber I’ve ever worked with. From the very first conversation, it was clear how knowledgeable and experienced he is. While I had spoken with several other plumbers beforehand, Joel immediately understood the issue and explained everything in a…
Amazing service! Super friendly, on time, explained things clearly, clean and respectful. He worked fast and well. I have a working sink!!!! Couldn’t be happier.
Our plumber was pleasant, prompt, explained things clearly and the value provided was excellent. He fixed our issue quickly and cleaned up fully.
Our sink was hardly draining. It was affecting our bathtub as well. We have an older house with smaller pipes so it took Carlos a while to clear it out. He was great!
Courtious, professional, and responsive. Had a sewer main clog and subsequent garage flood. They arrived within 45 min and snaked from the street clearing the clog. Very helpful and professional
So responsive, professional, competent, honest. Delight to work with.
Great service! Very respectful and thoughtful plumber. They give free estimates, too. Highly recommend!
Very professional and quick, loved that Carlos wore shoe covers and was very nice and made quick work of our tub issues!
We had a clogged kitchen drain. Technician Carlos arrived and fixed the problem in short order. He is experienced and went right for the correct solution. No complications or upsells. He wore shoe coverings and kept our house clean. Recommended.
Kitchen sink clogged; issues with two faucets. Ace Plumbing was fast, efficient, knowledgeable and the bill didn't knock me over. A fair price!
Jeff was thorough, knowledgeable and professional. Amazing service! Thank you!
Great plumbing service. Efficient and cost effective.
Amazing company and they will now be my plumber for any issues.
Arrived on time and finished the job quickly! Nice!
They were very responsive and scheduled me quickly. They arrived on time and Jeff was very professional. He explained everything clearly and fixed the problem. I'd definitely recommend this business!
The were able to fit me in early and finished the job quickly. Timely, professional and courteous service.
Very good service! I called up Ace asap for a drain pipe cleaning. Eric responded swiftly,and assessed other issues as well. He snaked the pipe and cleared the clutter. Bad way to start my new year but appreciate Ace for the hard work and dedication during the holidays! 5 stars all day!! Thanks Eric 👍
Jeff was smart, professional, explained our options clearly, performed the work well and left the area spotless. Will definitely use Ace Plumbing again and will ask for Jeff. 10 out of 10!
Jeff came on the appointment time. Clearing of clogged drain was already completed by another company, but Jeff provided very informative thoughts on additional work that may need to be done. He also provided guidance on whether I needed to repair or replace my 10 year old Kohler toilets.
Addresses backed up drain, sent someone out early.
Technician Josiah is very professional, knowledgeable, personable and hard working. Highly recommend his services.
We had a bad clog and Ace Plumbing fixed. They were punctual, polite, and professional. Mario L from the company was extremely helpful and spent the time to explain what he was doing as well as make sure that the backed up shower drain was fixed properly. Really appreciate their help
Jeff did a fantastic job solving our problems with a clogged kitchen drain pipe that went much deeper than our home snake could clear. Also excellent job installing a garbage disposal, making sure no leaks and perfect fit to our sink, and offering advice should future issues arise. Great plumber, great guy! Would highly recommend.
Professional service. Got the job done in less than an hour
Carlos and Eric were truly good honest plumbers. They are the plumbers you want. Prompt, courteous, and highly skilled professionals.
Jeff Jacobs was great!
Mario was excellent. Very efficient. Explained everything clearly and provided very helpful tips to avoid the problem recurring.
Mario L. came out on a Sunday (thank you for the all-week scheduling, Ace!) and got the issue resolved quickly and efficiently. He did a great job!
My consistent go-to for years. Responsive, efficient, and fantastic work. Would never call anyone else for plumbing needs for my home.
Great job by Jeff, clearly explained the issue and what he was doing. Also comes with a 30 day guarantee.
Prompt and efficient, as always. My go-to plumbers for close to 20 years. Highly recommended.
The drains were cleaned properly but the service was expensive.
Carlos did a great job clearing a stubborn floor drain that a competitor gave up on. He was clean and efficient, and could not have been nicer while doing a very difficult task. Highly recommended!
We have been using Ace Plumbing for several years for our 3 unit building in SF. We have used them for smaller jobs like interior drain cleaning, garbage disposal install etc. as well as sewer lateral replacement. They have been very prompt in sending someone out (almost always the same day) and reliable in their work. We have been very satisfied overall.
We had a great experience working with Mario from ace plumbing! Professional, thorough, and gave preventative measures so that our plumbing issue wouldn’t occur again. Thank you Mario!
We contacted Ace Plumbing because the drainage from our gutters was plugged. They were able to schedule service within a few days. Jim arrived promptly and worked hard and patiently for 4-5 hours. He was able to unclog the drain that was years in the making. Great service!
Mario did a great job. He was friendly, efficient and professional. 100%
Armando was on time, communicative, and went the extra mile after he fixed our sink to check out the pipes in the basement just to ensure everything looked good. Would 100% use this service again!
We were extremely impressed with the work you did. The men were prompt, tidy, and communicated well with us about what they were doing and what might need to be done in the future. We would definitely use your services again and recommend you to our friends.
They are always efficient and fair on pricing. Never disappoint:)
Carlos was punctual, friendly, professional, and efficient. Would recommend.
I had pleasure of having John come out to repair my garbage disposal/drain line due to broken glass in the sink. He was extremely professional and took the time to go over all that he did. More importantly he reviewed the options with me before processing with the work and ensued he resolved the issue in the most cost effective manner.
We wanted to clean our lines as part of a full bathroom remodel. Jonny quoted us for a camera inspection and clean out with hydro-jetter if any roots etc found. The camera showed clean and unbroken lines, saving us a lot. The price for the inspection was far less than 2 others quoted and was performed cleanly and professionally.
ACE is the PLACE! Outstanding customer service and their workmanship is unmatched. Any where .💪
ACE is the PLACE! Above and beyond customer service. Their work is unmatched. Any city and state. 💪
Professional and thorough.
Jonny and Rudy were super helpful, quick, and neat. Showed up on time, were professional, and helped me fix up a broken valve and slow drains fast.
Plumbers were efficient and explained to me what they were doing when I had a question. They were very personable and left the area where they worked very clean.
These guys are the best! We’ve had to rely on their expertise many times since our house (and all our plumbing) is more than 125 years old. Always professional, always friendly and knowledgeable. Never push unnecessary service or repairs.
I have now worked with Jeff from ACE Plumbing on a variety of emergency and maintenance plumbing needs, and it has been a great experience! Friendly, professional, and communicative! It has been a pleasure to use them for all my plumbing needs.
I needed emergency help from Ace Plumbing on for the July 4 holiday. The service tech did a great job cleaning out a backed up line. They've been to my place on multiple occasions over the years and they've always done a great job.
Went above and beyond, impressive! Prompt, efficient and professional service. Ace Plumber is most definitely by go to plumber and rooter going forward
Sean is the best and we have been using him for almost 30 years.
Phillip Seiler from Ace came right away and unclogged a kitchen sink. Thank you for your quality service!
My favorite Ace plumber Russ arrived on time and expertly installed a new hot water tank and bathroom faucet assembly. He also snaked out a clogged sink drain. Besides his plumbing skills he is a pleasure tp have him around..
Called at 8am on a Saturday and the service was scheduled for 2pm the same day. The blockage was dealt with quickly and the technician confirmed there were no other leaks. Very professional service from phone scheduling to onsite work. Have also used Ace for toilet repairs and was pleased to know that the company…
We had a great experience with Eugene of Ace Plumbing and Rooter Inc - they were able to come earlier than originally discussed and they were quickly able to undo the problem I created myself trying to fix the drain. Eugene was great and efficient. Thanks so much for the quick and efficient service.
Called to have my old clay connection to the city's main sewer line inspected for roots and possible breaks. The repairman did a great job. He was efficient and courteous and also quite informative. The video of the pipe showed that there were roots at two points where there were pipe connections. The repairman…
Carlos and Eddie from ACE were AMAZING. They came out on short notice on a Friday afternoon to fix a water pipe leak in our office. They were friendly, responsive and efficient in finding and then fixing the source of the leak.
Very Professional, Knowledgable, courteous. Good value
We had our old Edwardian house's sewer lateral line to the SF City main collapse with sewage pooling in our garage with each flush. We had an inspection appointment within 2 hours, contract cost was as expected, contract was signed that afternoon, and the crew showed up the next day to begin work.…
From the moment the phone was answered I knew I was in good hands. Felt very comfortable trusting they would take care of my issue. They were at my location within 3 hours of calling. They plumber was super nice and took care of the job within 15 minutes. Experienced and professional all around!
Great job. ACE Plumbing came on time. Will definitely recommend to others.
We had a terrible kitchen sink plumbing disaster over the holiday weekend. We were thrilled that a plumber was available on short notice, on a holiday! The plumber who came was knowledgeable and fixed our problem. The communication and scheduling at Ace was excellent. We would recommend this local business without reservation!
Always professional and able to handle commercial jobs.
I own a busy salon in San Francisco and Ace is my go-to for all my plumbing needs. They’ve done everything for me from installing new plumbing as well as taking care of my older pipes and clearing out drains clogged with hair. Recently I worked with Franco on locating a mysterious leak and he was super…
The only plumbing company I use. They are great!
Don’t go anywhere else for your plumbing needs. The ACE team is super responsive, professional and incredibly helpful. Our job was a big one, and the owner, Jonathan, got personally involved, making suggestions, answering questions and updating me on progress. I found them trustworthy and fair, and they did a great…
Water from roof drainage was backing up into my kitchen sink during our recent intense rains in SF. I emailed ACE with my issue and they responded immediately to make an appointment. Russ and Edgar came out and gave me several options to consider and was able to take care of my plumbing issue with included…
Appreciate the quick response and attention to detail.
Friendly plumber
Good professional experience
very responsive to the repair situation. The two lines were cleaned quickly with the problem resolved.
Kyle from Ace Plumbing was absolutely fantastic! We had a sewage line back up, and he helped us navigate the entire process. Kyle explained to me what he was doing for each step of the troubleshooting process, and showed me things that were important (like our pipe being full of roots). He also made sure to explain…
Leo was excellent at detecting and fixing our plumbing problem—and by the way, he has a very nice, cool and professional.
very friendly and transparent
Everything worked out great and the accessing of issues as far as kitchen and basement drainage to the sewer vent in front of house diagnosing the broken sewer line and suggesting what needs to be done was on point. .
Plumber was on time repaired faucet and cleared a slow draining lavy sink . very good experience
Very prompt service, the service guy was very friendly, informative about what he was doing and did a great job
Ace came out on a Saturday evening to help with a leak discovered earlier that day. Quick service from Yousef and he took the time to find the problem, offer the right solution (toilet replacement) and get the job done that day so that the bathroom could be used. He even came back a few days later to finish up a few…
I was very impressed with Ace in every way.
Nice plumber who came late at night and saved our place. Reasonable price given 11p work. would recommend!
I called and they picked up the phone right away and got me scheduled for a same day appointment. Then they called back and offered me an earlier appointment which I gladly and thankfully accepted. The plumber showed up on time and quickly fixed the issue after discussing the costs with me. The rates were fair,…
My drain pipe for my washing machine was clogged. They fixed it. Fast and at a fair price. This is the second time I've used Ace Plumbing. And I'd use them again.
If you are angling for responsive service and technical competency matched with deep integrity, Leo is your man @ Ace Plumbing & Rooter. He knows his stuff -- whether managing garden variety plumbing back-ups or leading constructive repairs - and does it with an easy grace. Could not advocate more strongly for Leo and the Ace Plumbing team.
We have used Ace a plumbing for over five years. Their teams are knowledgeable, hard working and have really helped us out multiple times. Jeff and Russ have been our points of contact and always show up on time and finish the job expertly. I really appreciate that this company has apprentices (or something like…
Mo was great. He showed up, did his work, came back the next day with a camera and diagnosed the work that needed to be done. Mo is a total Rock Star!
Overall a very positive experience from scheduling to completion of work. Technician called and asked if could arrive early. He was friendly and professional, and took all COVID precautionary measures. Only trace left behind was a unclogged drain. Highly recommended.
I had to call a plumber and because it was right around the holidays many people were booked. Another plumber recommended Ace to me. I had a legal hearing the next day and my toilet had massively flooded. I was a wreck. I spoke to the lovely receptionist I think her name was Phyllis. Within minutes she called me…
Mo couldn't have been nicer and everything he installed seems to work great.
I was extremely pleased with the service ACE provided.It was my second time using them and they do not disappoint. Will use them in the future fr all plumbing needs.
I have been using Ace for many many years to service both commercial and residential facilities. I cannot even begin to list the number of times that they bailed me out (literally). Some of their service technicians have been working will us for a long time. Phillip has replaced many faucets and water heaters…
Communication was great, bid was fair, job was well done and timely, thank you Jeff. Would absolutely use again, highly recommended.
Had a midnight emergency. Called 5 other 24/7 places and was told earliest anyone could come out was 8am even after I explained that I had medical issues that couldn't wait that long. Ace dispatch answered and had tech available. 10 minutes after calling JH called and explained the cost before coming over, and 30…
Very professional
Very happy with Michael. He was running late from a previous job but called and texted to keep me informed of his whereabouts. He knew exactly what to do with my clogged kitchen sink and put my mind at ease. The price was reasonable especially for a Saturday morning. I asked Michael if he ever felt like a Superhero…
Company employees make the difference in many ways and Ace's people are honest and straightforward about the problems, solutions, and price. Plus, the finished concrete in my driveways are the best I have ever seen. Far better than pavement contractors that charge thousands to repair streets.
I had a great experience with Ace Plumbing! The owner, Jonathan, contacted me directly about a sewer pipe that was clogged due to Ace's equipment failure from a prior job. I scheduled the work and after the pipe was clogged and repaired, I spoke directly to Jonathan about who was at fault and whether we had to pay…
Had Rafael scope and clear sewer drain that was leaking into basement. Found extensive damage to sewer pipes. Rafael explained all the steps necessary to repair and replace. His crew was on time and efficient with little inconvenience to my tenants. Recommend Rafael and Ace for all plumbing issues in the future.
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Your team and particularly Phillip were thorough and professional and efficient. They kept me informed and showed me the issues and solutions. Very impressed.
I've come to rely on, and trust, Ace for any plumbing problems, big or small, that arise from living in an older house. Whether its a desperate emergency or a long-term problem, they are always friendly, responsive, and do a great job at a great price. I can't recommend highly enough!
I have used Ace Plumbing half a dozen or more times over the past 10 years. Love them. Professional, quality work, fair prices, good communication. Would highly recommend!
Tech was able to arrive 45 minutes before scheduled 2 hour window (yay!). Super professional and wasn't at all perturbed when I suggested we go outside while he went over the itemized bill. Thank you!
The plumber arrived on time and called ahead to let me know what time he would be there. He was very polite, courteous and professional. He was very thorough inspecting everything after he had unclogged the drain and noticed that two pipes that had started to leak. He quickly replaced the pipes. The fees charged…
Sean has serviced my house 4 times in the past 2 years. He is prompt, takes care of business, reliable, and courteous. Explains the job, the cause and remedy. He has performed Major, medium and small jobs in the past. Sean is the reason why I patronize this business.
W O W. They are my go-to guys from now on.
Jim, Joel and the entire team at ACE Plumbing was outstanding! We had a major sewer pump block, which required century old pipes to be replaced, and the ACE team was prompt, responsive, high quality and good pricing. Highly recommended!
I recently had two separate plumbing issues and both times I was impressed with the response time as well as the overall work. Very professional and polite! I would highly recommend their services.
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Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.
Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Drain cleaning | 172 | $248–$506 |
| Plumbing pipe repair | 120 | $269–$1.4k |
| Toilet repair | 108 | $251–$611 |
| Plumbing leak detection | 66 | $216–$559 |
| Water heater installation | 58 | $1.4k–$2.8k |
| Faucet repair | 53 | $264–$782 |
| Plumbing leak repair | 51 | $239–$618 |
| Sewer repair | 48 | $1.2k–$2.8k |
