This page lists five plumbers in Encinitas, California, chosen by a published method from public Google Maps data checked on November 9, 2026.[1] 2 of the five have addresses inside the city limits.[2] Ratings and review counts are shown as published on Google; this wiki does not write or edit reviews.
Selection rule: Businesses needed a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from at least 25 reviews and a matching business category. Businesses with addresses inside the Encinitas city boundary are listed first, followed by businesses within 15 km of central Encinitas, because many trades serve the city from nearby business parks. Within each group they are ordered by a review-weighted score. Full details are in the methodology.
Listings
1. Yogi's Plumbing & Drain Service
Plumbing and drain-cleaning company based in Encinitas.
- Address
- 810 Bonita Dr, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 672-0999
- Website
- yogisdrainservice.com
- Google rating
- 4.9 from 424 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
2. Burtech Plumbing
Licensed, family-owned plumbing company in downtown Encinitas that serves San Diego County, per its website.
- Address
- 102 2nd St Ste B, Encinitas, CA
- Phone
- (760) 634-5134
- Website
- burtechplumbing.com
- Google rating
- 4.7 from 228 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
3. MasterCraft Plumbers
Carlsbad plumbing company offering repairs and installations.
- Address
- 2227 Faraday Ave Ste Suite C, Carlsbad, CA
- Serves Encinitas from
- Carlsbad (within 15 km of central Encinitas)[3]
- Phone
- (760) 706-0008
- Website
- mhiplumbers.com
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 598 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
4. Pure Pro Plumbing
Carlsbad-based plumbing company serving San Diego County.
- Address
- 2011 Palomar Airport Rd Ste 101, Carlsbad, CA
- Serves Encinitas from
- Carlsbad (within 15 km of central Encinitas)[3]
- Phone
- (760) 224-1264
- Website
- pureproplumbing.com
- Google rating
- 4.8 from 575 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
5. John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains
Carlsbad plumbing, sewer and drain company.
- Address
- 6994 El Camino Real #205-E, Carlsbad, CA
- Serves Encinitas from
- Carlsbad (within 15 km of central Encinitas)[3]
- Phone
- (760) 278-0754
- Website
- jpplumbers.com
- Google rating
- 4.8 from 319 reviews[1]
- Map
- Google Maps listing
Comparison
| Business | Located in | Rating | Reviews | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yogi's Plumbing & Drain Service | Encinitas | 4.9 | 424 | (760) 672-0999 |
| Burtech Plumbing | Encinitas | 4.7 | 228 | (760) 634-5134 |
| MasterCraft Plumbers | Carlsbad | 5.0 | 598 | (760) 706-0008 |
| Pure Pro Plumbing | Carlsbad | 4.8 | 575 | (760) 224-1264 |
| John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains | Carlsbad | 4.8 | 319 | (760) 278-0754 |
Together the five listings have 2,144 Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.84.[1]
Of the five listings, 2 have Encinitas addresses and 3 serve the city from Carlsbad.[3] Listed addresses cluster on El Camino Real, 2nd St. The most-reviewed listing is MasterCraft Plumbers, with 598 Google reviews; the least-reviewed has 228.[1] Review counts reflect how long a business has been listed and how actively it asks customers for reviews, as well as customer satisfaction. Treat them as one signal among several.
Choosing a plumber in Encinitas
Many plumbing companies serving Encinitas are based in Carlsbad's business parks, so this page includes companies within 15 km of central Encinitas after any in-city firms. When hiring a plumber:
- Check the CSLB licence. Plumbing work over $500 (labour and materials) requires a C-36 plumbing licence from the Contractors State License Board. The CSLB lookup shows licence status, bonding and workers' compensation.[4]
- Get pricing in writing. Ask whether the company charges flat-rate or hourly, and whether there is a trip or diagnostic fee.
- Older homes. Pre-1970s coastal homes may have galvanised or cast-iron lines; a camera inspection before a sewer replacement is common.
- Permits. Water-heater replacements and repiping usually need a City of Encinitas building permit.
Common questions
- Do you need a plumber to replace a water heater?
- In California, replacing a water heater usually needs a building permit and must meet code for seismic strapping, venting and the pressure-relief valve. Many homeowners hire a licensed C-36 plumber; check the City of Encinitas permit rules.
- How to tell if your plumber is overcharging you?
- Compare written estimates for the same scope, ask for flat-rate pricing up front, and be wary of pressure to replace rather than repair. Check the contractor's CSLB licence, and never pay more than 10 percent or $1,000 (whichever is less) as a down payment on home-improvement work.
- How many years does a hot water heater typically last?
- Tank water heaters typically last around 8 to 12 years and tankless units longer. Hard water and lack of flushing shorten their life.
- Do I really need to flush my water heater every year?
- Manufacturers generally recommend periodic flushing to remove sediment, which improves efficiency and life. How often depends on water hardness and the model.
See also
- Orthodontists and orthodontic practices
- Dermatologists
- HVAC contractors
- Electricians
- Roofing contractors
- All business categories
- How listings are chosen
Notes and sources
- Google Maps business profiles (ratings, review counts, addresses, phones). Google Maps, retrieved November 9, 2026.
- TIGERweb: Encinitas city (GEOID 0622678). U.S. Census Bureau.
- Census Geocoder (coordinates to incorporated place). U.S. Census Bureau.
- Check a License. Contractors State License Board.