Always Going Plumbing

Always Going Plumbing handles plumbing work out of Hayward, California. The company sends techs like Jeff and Herb to fix garbage disposals, burst pipes, overflowing toilets, and kitchen sink problems. Customers call them for clogged or leaking units that have run for twenty years or more, along with emergency pipe breaks and disposal replacements. Jeff provides quotes on the spot during visits, while Herb handles the on-site repairs for those same issues.

Reviews describe Herb arriving twenty minutes after a call to cap a busted lawn pipe and clean up a clogged disposal without extra damage. Jeff shows up the next day for a sink inspection and returns two days later to install the new unit. Another call brought the crew out fast enough to break a pipe and halt a toilet overflow before water spread further. Reviewers note plans to call again for shower repairs once the first jobs finish at the quoted amounts.

The crew answers calls quickly and fits jobs around the homeowner's schedule rather than forcing set times. They give prices right away so there are no later surprises, and the amounts stay in line with what was first discussed for the pipe and disposal fixes. Service stays local to Hayward with same-day or next-day arrivals on most jobs, and the techs keep the work areas safe while they finish.

Google shows a 4.9 from 97 reviews, with the same notes on speed and steady pricing coming up again and again. DIRT Score 4.7 from 97 reviews on Finds.

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“I would not recommend this company. My experience felt dishonest from start to finish. They provided an initial price, but after Jeff became involved, the cost increased significantly. Then, during a third visit, they exaggerated the scope and severity of the work and quoted a price that was nearly three times higher than what was originally discussed. It felt like a classic bait-and-switch tactic: offer a reasonable estimate upfront, then continually inflate the cost as the process moves forward. I was left feeling pressured and misled rather than helped. Based on my experience, I would advise others to get multiple estimates before agreeing to any work. Be very cautious and ask for detailed explanations and written pricing before proceeding. I personally would not use this company again. Additionally, I will be filing a complaint with Consumer Affairs so that an independent third party can review this company’s business practices. I believe consumers deserve transparent pricing and honest assessments of the work required. My hope is that a formal review will help prevent other customers from experiencing the same issues I encountered.”

“Quick response upon calling them and they will work on your availability. Herb did an amazing job on my clogged, leaking and overused 20 + years garbage disposal. Very friendly, work safely and efficiently. Jeff gave me a quote immediately so I'm not expecting surprises. Fair price and plan on calling them again for my shower repair. Highly commendable!!! Thank you so much.”

“I had my lawn pipe burst when I was cleaning up around it. Herb came out 20 mins after I called them. He took very good care of the busted pipe and capped the line. Good guy and very reasonably priced service”

“Had a toilet overflow emergency and these guys came through fast. They showed up quickly, figured out the issue right away, and broke the pipe just in time to stop things from getting worse. Super thankful for how fast and on it they were—definitely recommend if you ever need quick plumbing help!”

“Jeff came out the very next day to see what was happening with my kitchen sink. He installed a new garbage disposal two days later. Very reliable and fast. Highly recommend!”