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Plumber in Malibu, CA

Need a plumber in Malibu? From Point Dume to Carbon Beach, we bring the DTHP Promise to every coastal home—fast response, upfront pricing, and work done right. Book online or call for same-day service.

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Your Local Malibu Plumbing Experts

Malibu's 1970s-1990s coastal homes with copper and galvanized pipes face unique challenges from hard water buildup and salt air corrosion. From Point Dume estates to Carbon Beach properties, we've served...

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Our Plumbing Services in Malibu

Malibu homeowners deal with Salt air corrosion on outdoor fixtures and Mineral buildup in water heaters and moderately hard water regularly. Select a category to learn more about our solutions, see what's included, and book service with upfront pricing.

Plumbing Repair Malibu

Faucet Services

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Trusted Malibu faucet experts handle leaks, cartridge replacements, and complete faucet installs for your 1970s-1990s era coastal homes with some newer luxury construction home.

Kitchen Plumbing

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Upgrading your Malibu kitchen? We handle plumbing for faucets, sinks, garbage disposals, and more with professional service.

Bathroom Plumbing

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Upgrade your Malibu bathroom with our comprehensive plumbing services, including tub installations and custom vanity configurations.

Laundry & Utility Plumbing

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Drain clogs, faulty fixtures, and water line issues? Our Malibu plumbers have 14 years of experience solving utility room problems.

Outdoor Plumbing

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Revamp your Malibu home's exterior plumbing with our professional hose bib, hydrant, and irrigation hookup services.

Recent Projects in the Malibu Area

Our team serves Malibu and surrounding areas. Here's a look at recent projects from the region — the same licensed crew handles every job.

Main Water Service Line Replacement In La Crescenta
La Crescenta
La Crescenta main water service line before replacement – driveway and yard excavation exposing failing water line
Completed: Nov 15, 2025
Water Service Line Replacement

Main Water Service Line Replacement In La Crescenta

Completed a full main water service line replacement in La Crescenta, restoring proper water pressure and eliminating leaks from the meter to the home.

Glendale Sewer Line Spot Repair – Root Damage
Glendale
Glendale sewer line before repair showing cracked clay pipe and soil exposure
Completed: Dec 28, 2025
Sewer Line Repair

Glendale Sewer Line Spot Repair – Root Damage

Performed a sewer line spot repair in Glendale after tree roots cracked and invaded an old clay pipe, restoring proper flow and preventing further damage.

Burbank Gas Line Installation
Burbank
Burbank gas line installation with newly installed piping and secure connections
Completed: Jan 3, 2026
Gas Line Installation

Burbank Gas Line Installation

Installed a new gas line in Burbank to safely support appliance operation with proper sizing, routing, and code-compliant connections.

What Malibu Area Customers Say

Families throughout the Malibu region share their experience with our licensed, insured team.

Areg SipanVerified reviewDec 21, 2024
Google★★★★★

I just wanna start this review off with how much I appreciate Drip Too Hard Plumbing emergency service response. I have a home in Glendale nearby Pacific and I didn't have hot water. Erik and the team came and installed a new tankless water heater. If you need a plumber in Glendale you feel safe with, I'd try them!!

Daniel GVerified reviewNov 10, 2025
Google★★★★★

I was searching for a plumber near me that made it easy to book online, and stumbled upon Drip Too Hard Plumbing honestly, they were the only company with a fast, modern website that showed real prices and offered instant online booking. A few months ago, Harry and Jon came out to our home in Emerald Isle near the Chevy Chase Country Club to inspect our sewer line through the inside access point. They arrived right on time, wore shoe covers the whole visit, and clearly showed us the root blockage on camera. They completed the sewer line repair the same day, and even though they had to dig in the front yard, they cleaned up so well you’d never know any work had been done. Since that first repair, we’ve also had them handle a bathroom plumbing remodel and a water softener installation, and once again, the experience was flawless. Their DTH Promise fast response, honest communication, and real warranty coverage proved true from start to finish. It made us feel safe about the work and confident that we finally found a reliable Glendale plumber we can count on for any future Glendale plumbing service needs. The pricing was very fair for the quality and professionalism they deliver.

Common Plumbing Issues in Malibu

Every area has its quirks. These are the issues we handle regularly in Malibu.

Hard water causing scale buildup

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Malibu's moderately hard water creates mineral deposits in pipes and fixtures throughout Point Dume and Carbon Beach homes. This buildup reduces water pressure and damages expensive appliances, requiring regular maintenance and water treatment solutions.

Tree root intrusion in sewer lines

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Mature landscaping in neighborhoods like Malibu Colony and Big Rock creates frequent root intrusion problems in sewer lines. The lush coastal vegetation and older pipe systems make regular drain cleaning and camera inspections essential.

Water heater making popping or rumbling noises

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Hard water mineral buildup is extremely common in Malibu water heaters, creating loud popping sounds as sediment heats up. This reduces efficiency and lifespan, particularly affecting the luxury homes throughout Las Flores Canyon and Serra Retreat.

Slab leak causing foundation concerns

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Malibu's hillside terrain and seismic activity create foundation shifting that damages under-slab pipes. These hidden leaks are common in Trancas and canyon properties, requiring electronic leak detection to locate without destructive excavation.

Compare Metro Los Angeles Area Plumbers

See how we stack up against the competition in your area

Drip Too Hard Plumbing

Drip Too Hard Plumbing option

Flat online pricing, book in minutes, and lock your price before we arrive.

Typically:

  • Flat online pricing
  • Book online 24/7
  • Warranty info published
  • Response time: Same-day available
Papa Plumbing

Papa Plumbing option

Local plumbing company serving the Los Angeles area.

Typically:

  • Phone quotes only
  • Call to schedule
  • No online booking
Americana Plumbing Experts

Americana Plumbing Experts option

Family-owned plumbing company in La Crescenta.

Typically:

  • Phone quotes only
  • Call to schedule
  • No online booking
Drip Too Hard Plumbing
  • Online booking
  • Prices listed on website
  • Warranty2 years
  • Lock price before visit
  • Same-day service
  • 24/7 emergency
  • Average rating4.9
  • Online reviews150+
  • Years in business14 years
  • Price matching
  • BBB accredited
Papa Plumbing
  • Online booking
  • Prices listed on website
  • Warranty1 year
  • Lock price before visit
  • Same-day serviceCall to confirm
  • 24/7 emergency
  • Average rating4.8
  • Online reviews100+
  • Years in business10 years
  • Price matching
  • BBB accredited
Americana Plumbing Experts
  • Online booking
  • Prices listed on website
  • Warranty1 year
  • Lock price before visit
  • Same-day serviceCall to confirm
  • 24/7 emergency
  • Average rating4.7
  • Online reviews200+
  • Years in business7 years
  • Price matching
  • BBB accredited

Comparison based on publicly available website information as of January 2026. Features may have changed.

From Point Dume and Carbon Beach to all of Malibu — we're the trusted choice

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Malibu Plumbing Regulations

Local Permit & Code Information

Important regulatory information for plumbing work in Malibu

Permit Requirements

Water heater replacementPermit Required

Permit required through LA County Building & Safety, includes seismic strapping and efficiency requirements

Typical fee: $75-$150

Sewer line repair/replacementPermit Required

County permit required, may need environmental review for coastal zone work

Typical fee: $200-$500

Gas line workPermit Required

Permit and inspection required, earthquake shut-off valve may be mandated

Typical fee: $100-$300

Repiping (whole house)Permit Required

Major plumbing permit required, plans may be needed for extensive work

Typical fee: $300-$800

Water service line replacementPermit Required

County permit required, coordination with water district needed

Typical fee: $150-$400

Backflow preventer installationPermit Required

Required for irrigation systems and commercial properties, annual testing mandated

Toilet/fixture replacementNo Permit

No permit required for like-for-like fixture replacement

Local Plumbing Codes

  • Seismic gas shut-off valves required
  • Low-flow fixture requirements
  • Coastal zone construction standards
  • Earthquake strapping for water heaters

Special Requirements

Backflow Prevention

Annual testing required for irrigation and commercial systems

Sewer Lateral (Property Sale)

Sewer lateral inspection requirements vary by city - check local regulations

Water Conservation

  • Rebates for high-efficiency toilets and fixtures
  • Incentives for drought-tolerant landscaping
  • Greywater system permits available

Malibu-Specific Notes

  • Coastal zone permit requirements
  • Environmental impact considerations
  • Fire-resistant construction standards

Information is for general guidance. We handle all permitting requirements for work we perform. Contact Malibu Building Department for official requirements.

Why Malibu Trusts Us

Plumbing backed by peace of mind

Licensed & insured

Every job is handled by our properly licensed California team (Lic #980629) and fully insured for your protection.

Licensed & insured

Upfront pricing

Clear estimates before work begins—no hidden fees or surprise add-ons for any job.

Upfront pricing

Warranty backed

Local installs & repairs include a 2-year workmanship warranty.

Warranty backed

Fast 24/7 response

When pipes burst, we arrive fast — day or night, weekends or holidays.

Fast 24/7 response

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Backed by Our Warranty

Quality workmanship, protected by our warranties.

DTH Promise™ 2-Year Labor Warranty

Coverage Policy
2 yearsOur workmanship is guaranteed for two full years on eligible installations and repairs.

Flow Guarantee™ 1-Year

Coverage Policy
1 yearWhen we clear your drain and verify it with a camera, we’ll keep it flowing for a full year — or we’ll come back and clear it again at no charge.

Emergency Response Warranty (Same-Day / 24-Hour)

Coverage Policy
24 hoursFor qualifying emergency services, we guarantee same-day or within 24-hour response to restore critical plumbing systems.

15-Year Sewer Line Replacement Warranty

Coverage Policy
15 yearsWhen we replace your sewer line, our covered workmanship is backed for 15 years on eligible installations.

10-Year Pipe Bursting Warranty

Coverage Policy
10 yearsWhen we replace a line using pipe bursting, our covered workmanship is backed for 10 years on eligible installations.

10-Year Pipe Liner Warranty

Coverage Policy
10 yearsWhen we rehabilitate a line using a pipe liner, our covered workmanship is backed for 10 years on eligible installations.
DTHP Promise

Built different

Our Commitment to Malibu

Every job starts with a written price, arrives on time, and ends cleaner than we found it—backed by warranty.

⭐ 4.9/5Licensed & InsuredWarranty-backedOn-time or $50DTHP Promise
Upfront, written pricing
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Upfront, written pricing

What this means
Before any work begins, you'll receive a detailed, written quote. No hidden fees, no surprise charges — just honest pricing you can count on.

Our commitment is backed by trusted service standards.

On-time arrival windows
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On-time arrival windows

What this means
We respect your time. Our technicians arrive within scheduled windows, and if we're ever late, you get $50 off your service.

Our commitment is backed by trusted service standards.

Clean, respectful workmanship
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Clean, respectful workmanship

What this means
We treat your home like our own. Drop cloths, shoe covers, and a thorough cleanup are standard on every job.

Our commitment is backed by trusted service standards.

Warranty-backed repairs
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Warranty-backed repairs

What this means
Every repair is backed by our warranty. If something isn't right, we'll make it right — no questions asked.

Our commitment is backed by trusted service standards.

For warranty and privacy details, view our full protection information.

Serving Your Neighbors Too

Expert plumbing throughout the region.

Malibu Plumbing FAQs

Common questions from Malibu homeowners about our plumbing services, pricing, and service area.

Absolutely, our Malibu plumbers are well-versed in working on the unique plumbing needs of older homes. We can inspect your system, identify any problem areas, and provide expert repairs or upgrades to ensure your home's plumbing is safe and functioning properly.
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