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Plumbing Issues in Los Altos You Shouldn’t Ignore
Los Altos is one of Long Beach’s best-kept secrets — quiet streets, family-friendly homes, and backyards where you actually hear birds instead of traffic. But as peaceful as it feels, the plumbing underneath those homes? Not always so Zen.
We’re Prodigy Plumbing, Heating & Air, and we’ve spent years fixing leaks, flushing heaters, and replacing aging lines throughout Los Altos. If you own a home in the area, here’s what you need to watch out for — and what you can do before small issues become expensive ones.
1. Water Heaters Hanging On By a Thread
We’ve seen water heaters in Los Altos still running 15+ years strong — until suddenly, they’re not. Leaks. Cold showers. Rusty water. Sound familiar?
Here are the warning signs it’s time for attention:
• Water takes too long to heat
• Rust-colored water in sinks or tubs
• Popping or rumbling sounds from the tank
• Pooling water near the base
We offer affordable flushes, anode rod replacements, and high-efficiency upgrade options — including tankless systems that free up garage space.
2. Slow Drains in Kitchens and Showers
Some homes in Los Altos have updated interiors… but still have original kitchen and bathroom drains. Years of grease, hair, and toothpaste can create nasty buildup that doesn’t respond to store-bought drain cleaners.
If your kitchen sink burps, or your shower turns into a mini bath — it’s time for:
• A professional drain cleaning
• A camera inspection (especially if it keeps coming back)
• Possibly upgrading to better slope or larger pipe diameter
3. Low Water Pressure, Especially During Laundry or Showers
This one drives families nuts. One person turns on a faucet, and suddenly your shower turns into a mist. Or worse — the pressure surges and then drops off.
Common causes in Los Altos homes:
• Old galvanized steel pipes restricting flow
• Worn-out pressure regulators
• Undersized pipe branches during old remodels
We can isolate and fix pressure issues without a full repipe — and we always walk you through the most cost-effective path first.
4. Leaky Hose Bibs and Irrigation Valves
That slow drip outside your house? It adds up. Many Los Altos homes have original outdoor hose bibs or irrigation connections that leak slowly… but continuously.
We can quickly swap out outdoor spigots, fix cracked valves, or install pressure-regulated systems to avoid future issues.
We Know Los Altos — and Your Plumbing
We’ve worked on homes off Stearns, Bellflower, Charlemagne, and everywhere in between. Whether your house was built in the 1950s or the 1990s, we know what to expect — and how to fix it right the first time.
If you’re looking for a dependable, local Long Beach plumber who works Los Altos regularly — we’ve got your back.
Need Plumbing Help in Los Altos?
Call Prodigy Plumbing, Heating & Air at (562) 414-0494
Or visit us online: https://prodigyplumbing.com/
From honest assessments to fast, no-pressure solutions — we’re here to make plumbing the easiest part of homeownership.
