Plumbing FAQ - Palms, CA

Most Palms homes built in the 1940s-1960s still have original galvanized supply lines that are severely corroded from decades of LADWP's moderately hard water. Properties throughout the Motor Avenue and National Boulevard areas commonly need repiping to restore adequate pressure.

Mature palm trees and ficus trees throughout Palms neighborhoods send aggressive roots into aging cast iron sewer lines from the 1940s-1960s era. Properties along Motor Avenue are particularly susceptible to root intrusion that requires professional cleaning and root barriers.

LADWP supplies moderately hard water throughout Palms, causing mineral buildup on fixtures and appliances. This is particularly problematic in older homes with galvanized plumbing that contributes additional mineral deposits from corroded pipe interiors.

LADWP's moderately hard water accelerates sediment buildup in water heater tanks throughout Palms neighborhoods. The mineral deposits harden and create popping sounds during heating cycles, especially common in older homes near National Boulevard with original galvanized systems.

We provide same-day emergency service throughout Palms neighborhoods, typically arriving within 1-2 hours for urgent issues like burst pipes or sewer backups. Our familiarity with 1940s-1960s plumbing systems in the Motor Avenue area helps us diagnose problems quickly.

We use electronic leak detection equipment to locate slab leaks in 1940s-1950s Palms bungalows without destructive digging. Post-war construction methods make these homes particularly susceptible to under-slab pipe failures that require specialized detection techniques.

Many 1940s-1960s Palms homes still have original galvanized supply lines that are severely corroded and need complete replacement. Properties throughout the National Boulevard and Motor Avenue areas commonly require repiping to restore adequate water pressure and quality.

Original black iron gas lines in 1940s-1950s Palms homes can develop dangerous leaks at threaded joints and corroded sections. Properties with aging gas systems should have professional inspections, especially before major appliance upgrades or home sales.

Yes, we provide commercial plumbing services for retail spaces, restaurants, and offices along the Motor Avenue corridor. Many older commercial buildings in Palms require specialized knowledge of aging plumbing systems and compliance with commercial codes.

Kitchen and bathroom remodels in Palms homes commonly include complete repiping, tankless water heaters, and modern fixture packages. Spanish revival and post-war bungalow renovations often reveal the need for comprehensive plumbing infrastructure updates.