A properly plumbed home is a worry-free home, and KPS Plumbing has been proving that point in Torrance since 1979. What started as a small, family-run operation has grown into one of the area's most recognized names in residential and commercial plumbing, built on 47 years of showing up, doing the work right, and standing behind it. We serve homeowners, landlords, business owners, and property managers across Torrance and the surrounding communities of Los Angeles County. Not the biggest shop in town. Just the most reliable. Always on time.
We are locally owned and operated plumbers, and that has never changed. The same commitment to honest work and fair dealing that opened our doors in 1979 is what keeps our trucks rolling through these neighborhoods today.
We built this business around plumbing work like this: the everyday jobs that keep a home running and the bigger repairs that protect a property's long-term value. Whether you need a clogged drain cleared, a leaking pipe repaired, a new water heater installed, or a full fixture upgrade, we handle it. Our work covers drain cleaning and clog removal, leak detection and repair, water heater repair and replacement, toilet and faucet installation, sewer and main line service, garbage disposal installation, and whole-home repiping.
We work on all kinds of properties. Single-family homes, condos, apartment buildings, office spaces, and restaurants all have plumbing needs, and we have the experience to handle them. The licensed plumbers on our team know how to read a situation, explain the options clearly, and get the work done in a way that holds up. Every job is approached the same way: find the problem, fix it properly, and leave the property in better shape than we found it. Your pipes are in good hands with us.
Most homeowners can't tell a minor leak from a serious one, and that uncertainty is exactly where we come in. Slow drains, gurgling pipes, and recurring clogs are not just nuisances. They are often early signs of a larger problem building inside the line. We clear kitchen drains, bathroom drains, shower and tub drains, and main drain lines. For stubborn blockages, hydro jetting breaks through grease, scale, and debris that a standard snake cannot reach.
Leak detection is a different kind of problem. Water has a way of hiding. It travels along pipes and framing before it shows up as a stain on a wall or a wet spot on a floor. We use a methodical approach to trace leaks back to their source, including slab leak detection for homes built on concrete foundations. Slab leaks are common in Southern California, where older copper lines run beneath concrete slabs and can corrode or shift over time. When we find the source, we repair the pipe, test the fix, and make sure nothing was missed. We stand behind every pipe and fixture we touch. Reach out and we'll start at the source of the leak.
Before a small leak turns into water damage, or a failing water heater leaves your household without hot water for a day, it pays to call and get an honest read on where things stand. We service and replace both tank-style and tankless water heaters. If your unit is making noise, running out of hot water too quickly, leaking at the base, or not producing hot water at all, those are all reasons to have it looked at.
A no-hot-water call is urgent, and we treat it that way. We offer same-day and emergency water heater response because going without hot water is not a situation most households can wait on. When we arrive, we diagnose the unit, walk you through the options, and get to work. If a replacement makes more sense than a repair, we will tell you that honestly and help you choose a unit that fits your home and your budget. Call for a quote and we will get the water sorted.
A sewer backup or main line clog can shut down a home fast. We handle sewer and main line cleaning, sewer clog removal, sewer backup response, and sewer line repair and replacement. When a line needs more than a standard cleaning, hydro jetting scours the interior of the pipe and restores full flow. We work on the line from the house out to the city connection, clearing blockages and repairing damage wherever we find it.
Repiping is a longer conversation, but an important one for older homes in the area. Many Torrance properties built in the mid-twentieth century still have galvanized steel supply lines that have corroded from the inside out, restricting water flow and raising the risk of leaks. Replacing those lines with copper or modern materials restores pressure and eliminates a persistent source of problems. We also handle water pressure diagnostics, shutoff valve replacement, and pressure-regulating valve installation. Low pressure, inconsistent pressure, and shutoff valves that no longer work properly are all jobs we address regularly. We'll find it, fix it, and test it before we leave.
Booking a plumbing service call is simple, and when something goes wrong at an inconvenient hour, that simplicity matters. Burst pipes, major leaks, sewer backups, and sudden loss of hot water do not wait for business hours. We are available for urgent calls and offer same-day scheduling so you are not left managing a plumbing problem on your own longer than necessary.
With a local shop, your questions go straight to the people doing the work. When you call us, you reach someone who knows the area, understands the job, and can give you a straight answer about what to do next. We do not hand you off or leave you waiting. Trusted for years. Ready for your pipes. Call anytime.
Businesses have plumbing demands that are different from a single-family home. Higher fixture counts, busier drain lines, and the cost of downtime all raise the stakes on every service call. We work with property managers, restaurant operators, office facilities teams, and building owners throughout the area on commercial drain cleaning, leak repair, fixture installation, water heater repair and replacement, and code-compliant rough-in work.
We show up on time and ready to work, because we know that a plumbing problem in a commercial setting can affect your customers and your staff. We keep the work organized, communicate clearly about scope and timing, and do not leave a job half-finished. If you manage a property in or around Torrance and need a reliable plumbing contractor, we are a straightforward call away.
Every plumbing job we take on is performed by licensed plumbers who know California's plumbing code and follow it. That matters for your safety, for your property's resale value, and for the integrity of the work itself. Plumbing that is done right the first time does not become next year's repair call.
We take the same care on a faucet swap as we do on a full repiping project. The size of the job does not change how seriously we approach it. When we leave a property, the work is complete, tested, and done in a way you can trust for years to come.
We have been answering plumbing calls in Torrance since 1979, and over those 47 years we have worked in just about every neighborhood in the city and in many of the communities nearby. Our service area covers Redondo Beach, Gardena, Lomita, Carson, Lawndale, and Hawthorne, along with other parts of Los Angeles County that fall within a reasonable drive of our home base.
Whether you are a longtime Torrance resident or a property manager overseeing buildings across several of these cities, we are a local resource you can count on. We know the housing stock, we know the infrastructure, and we know the kinds of plumbing problems that come up most often in this part of the county. That local knowledge makes a real difference on a service call.
We built this business around plumbing work like this: straightforward communication about what a job costs before we start it. Plumbing prices vary depending on the scope of the work, the condition of the existing pipes, and the materials involved. We will not give you a number that changes once we are inside your home. When you call for a quote, we take the time to understand the situation, ask the right questions, and give you an honest estimate of what the work will involve.
If anything unexpected comes up during the job, we talk to you about it before we proceed. No surprise charges. No work done without your approval. Dependable service. Honest rates. Local plumbing know-how.
We have been doing plumbing work in Torrance and across Los Angeles County since 1979, which puts us at 47 years in the area. That kind of tenure means we know the local housing stock, the infrastructure, and the plumbing problems that come up most often in this part of Southern California. It is not something you build overnight.
We are locally owned and operated plumbers, and that has been true since we opened our doors in 1979. The people who answer your call are the same people accountable for the work. With a local shop, your questions go straight to the people doing the work.
We stand behind every pipe and fixture we touch. If something we repaired or installed is not performing the way it should, call us and we will address it. We have built our reputation over 47 years on doing the work right and holding ourselves accountable to that standard.
All work is performed by licensed plumbers who know California's plumbing code and follow it. That matters for the safety of your home, for code compliance, and for the long-term integrity of the repair or installation. We do not cut corners on workmanship or materials.
Yes. We have been working in Torrance and the surrounding South Bay communities for nearly five decades. Our plumbers know the neighborhoods, the roads, and the kinds of plumbing systems common in homes built throughout different eras in this part of Los Angeles County. That local knowledge makes a real difference on a service call.
We walk you through what we find before we start any work, explain the repair or installation clearly, and let you know if anything unexpected comes up during the job. We do not proceed with additional work without your approval. Clear communication is part of how we have operated since 1979.
Forty-seven years in Torrance is a long time to earn a reputation, and we do not take it lightly. KPS Plumbing is here for the routine calls and the urgent ones, for homeowners and business owners, for the simple fix and the full repiping. We are locally owned and operated plumbers, and every job we take on gets our full attention from start to finish.
When you are ready to schedule or just want to talk through a plumbing problem, give us a call at (424) 414-2963. We'll find it, fix it, and test it before we leave.
From a dripping faucet to a failed main line, we handle the full range of residential and commercial plumbing work throughout Torrance and the South Bay. Every job is handled by licensed plumbers, priced honestly before work begins, and backed by workmanship we stand behind. The table below covers what we do, who each service is built for, and a few practical notes to help you figure out your next step. Call us when you are ready and we will walk you through the rest.
| Type of Job | What It Covers | Typical Situations | Things to Keep in Mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Heater Repair and ReplacementMost Popular | tank water heater repair, gas and electric unit replacement, tank flushing and maintenance, new unit sizing and install | Homeowners with no hot water, inconsistent heat, or an aging tank unit | When repair costs approach the price of a new unit, we will tell you honestly so you can make the call that makes financial sense. |
| Emergency Plumbing | burst pipe response, major leak containment, sewer backup service, same-day urgent scheduling | Residential and commercial customers facing a plumbing problem that cannot wait | We are available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM; call as soon as you notice a problem and we will get someone to you as quickly as possible. |
| Leak Detection and Repair | hidden leak location, slab leak diagnosis, water line repair, pipe repair and testing | Anyone who notices a spike in the water bill or unexplained moisture | We use a systematic diagnostic process to find the source before opening walls or floors, keeping the repair as targeted as possible. |
| Toilet Repair and Installation | running toilet repair, clogged toilet clearing, toilet replacement, wax ring and supply line service | Households with a constantly running, leaking, or non-flushing toilet | A running toilet can waste several hundred gallons a week; a straightforward repair or replacement usually pays for itself quickly. |
| Faucet and Fixture Installation | leaking faucet repair, kitchen and bathroom faucet replacement, outdoor faucet and hose bib service, showerhead and fixture upgrades | Homeowners replacing worn hardware or upgrading to water-efficient fixtures | We test the full assembly after installation, not just the faucet itself, so supply lines and shutoff valves get checked at the same time. |
| Garbage Disposal Service | disposal repair, full unit replacement, wiring and drain connection check, post-install function test | Homeowners with a disposal that hums, jams, leaks, or will not run at all | In many cases a jammed disposal can be cleared and reset on the same visit without needing a full replacement. |
| Water-Saving Fixture Upgrades | low-flow toilet installation, water-efficient faucet and showerhead replacement, supply line and shutoff inspection, code compliance confirmation | Homeowners and landlords navigating California conservation requirements or retrofit rules | Some fixture replacements in Los Angeles County are required, not optional, particularly during a sale or remodel; we confirm compliance before we leave. |
| Whole-Home Repiping | galvanized or aging pipe assessment, copper or PEX repipe, pinhole leak and rust-water resolution, full system pressure test | Owners of older homes with corroded galvanized supply lines, rust-colored water, or repeated pinhole leaks | Repiping addresses the root cause rather than patching one leak at a time; we walk you through the scope and timeline before any work begins. |
| Earthquake Gas Shutoff Valves | seismic shutoff valve installation, gas meter line inspection, existing valve inspection, owner walkthrough on valve function | Torrance and South Bay homeowners in seismically active areas who want automatic gas shutoff after a quake | These valves cut the gas supply automatically when a seismic event hits a set threshold, reducing the risk of a post-quake gas leak without any action required from you. |
| Sewer and Main Line Service | main line clog clearing, sewer line repair and replacement, root intrusion removal, trenchless sewer repair where applicable | Properties with slow drains throughout the house, sewer odors, or backups | Trenchless methods are available where conditions allow, which means less disruption to landscaping and hardscape in your yard. |
| Drain Cleaning and Clog Removal | drain snaking, hydro jet cleaning, camera line inspection, kitchen, bath, and floor drains | Homeowners and property managers dealing with slow or blocked drains | Camera inspection confirms the line is fully clear before we leave, so the same clog does not come back in a week. |
| Tankless Water Heater Installation | gas or electric tankless unit sizing, gas line and supply updates, old tank removal, full system testing | Torrance homeowners ready to replace an aging tank with an on-demand system | Mild Southern California weather keeps hot water demand steady year-round, making tankless a practical long-term upgrade for most households. |
| Water Pressure and Shutoff Valve Repair | pressure-regulating valve diagnosis and replacement, shutoff valve repair and replacement, supply line inspection, low or high pressure correction | Households with noticeably weak flow, pressure spikes, or valves that no longer close fully | A failing pressure-regulating valve is one of the most common and overlooked causes of chronic low pressure in older Torrance homes. |
How do I know if my water heater needs repair or full replacement?
Age is the clearest signal. Most tank water heaters last eight to twelve years; if yours is in that range and showing problems like inconsistent heat, rust-colored water, or pooling around the base, replacement is often the more practical choice. Younger units with a single failing component are usually worth repairing. When we arrive, we assess the unit honestly and tell you which direction makes financial sense before any work begins.
What causes drains to slow down or back up?
Most clogs build up gradually from grease, soap residue, hair, and food debris accumulating on the interior walls of the drain line. A single fixture backing up usually points to a localized clog. When multiple drains in the house are slow at the same time, the problem is more likely in the main line. We diagnose which situation you are dealing with before we start, so the fix addresses the actual source.
How are hidden leaks found without tearing up walls or floors?
We use a systematic diagnostic process that traces the leak by pressure, sound, and moisture pattern before we open anything. Slab leaks in particular require careful location work because the pipe runs under the concrete. The goal is to identify the exact source so the repair stays as targeted as possible rather than opening large sections of wall or floor unnecessarily.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
We are available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM for both routine calls and urgent situations. When a burst pipe or failed water heater cannot wait, call us and we will get someone to you as quickly as possible.
What are the signs of a sewer or main line problem?
The most common signs are multiple drains backing up at the same time, gurgling sounds from toilets or floor drains when other fixtures run, slow drains throughout the house rather than just one fixture, and sewer odors near drains or in the yard. Tree root intrusion and deterioration in older clay or cast-iron pipe are frequent causes in established neighborhoods. A camera inspection confirms what is happening in the line before we recommend a repair approach.
What is the difference between a tank and a tankless water heater?
A tank water heater keeps a stored supply of hot water ready at all times, which uses energy continuously to maintain temperature. A tankless unit heats water on demand as it flows through the system, which eliminates standby heat loss. Tankless units take up less space and tend to have a longer service life, but they require a higher upfront investment and sometimes a gas line or electrical upgrade. We size and assess your home before recommending one over the other.
What causes low water pressure, and can it be fixed?
Low pressure most often comes from a failing or incorrectly set pressure-regulating valve, a partially closed shutoff valve, sediment buildup in older pipes, or corroded galvanized supply lines that have narrowed over time. We diagnose the cause at the source rather than guessing, which means the fix actually holds. In homes with aging galvanized pipe, repiping may be the most effective long-term solution.
Transparent Upfront Pricing
We walk you through the cost before any work begins. If something unexpected changes the scope, we talk to you about it first; no work proceeds without your approval and no surprise charges appear on the invoice.
Do I need to be home when the plumber arrives?
In most cases, yes. Having someone on-site lets us walk through the problem together, confirm the scope of work, and get your approval before we start anything. If you manage a rental and cannot be there in person, let us know when you call and we will work out a practical arrangement that keeps the job moving.
How does pricing work, and will the quote change once you arrive?
We give you honest, up-front pricing before any work begins. If we arrive and find something unexpected that changes the scope, we talk to you about it before we proceed. No work is done without your approval, and no surprise charges appear on the final invoice.
Work Performed by Licensed Plumbers
Every job, from a faucet swap to a full repipe, is handled by licensed plumbers who take code compliance and workmanship seriously from start to finish.
What does hydro jetting clear that a drain snake cannot?
A drain snake breaks through a clog and creates an opening, but it does not remove the buildup coating the pipe walls. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scour the interior of the line, clearing grease, scale, and debris that a snake leaves behind. For lines that clog repeatedly or have significant buildup, hydro jetting produces a more thorough result and tends to keep the line clear longer.
How long does a whole-home repipe typically take?
Most whole-home repipes in a single-family residence take one to three days depending on the size of the home, the pipe material being installed, and the accessibility of the existing lines. We walk you through the scope and timeline before work begins so you can plan around it. Water service is restored each day before we leave.
When should I call a plumber instead of trying to fix it myself?
Anything involving the main water supply line, the gas line, the sewer line, or work inside walls and under slabs is work for a licensed plumber. Fixture swaps like a showerhead or a toilet flapper are reasonable DIY tasks for a handy homeowner, but a repair that requires cutting into supply lines, diagnosing hidden leaks, or working near gas connections carries real risk if something goes wrong. When in doubt, a quick call to describe the situation costs nothing and we will give you a straight answer.
Every home and property is a little different, so call us and we will talk through your situation, explain your options clearly, and give you a quote before any work begins.
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