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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 9 plumbers in Berkeley, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is L.J. Kruse Company with a 4.9-star rating from 268 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 87/100. Also in the top tier: Big Brothers Plumbing Inc and Lifesaver Plumbing And Rooter. The average rating across all listed plumbers in Berkeley is 4.8 stars from 80 reviews per business on average.
Plumbing repairs in Berkeley average $150–$500 for common fixes. Emergency calls and major work (sewer line, water heater) run $500–$3,000+.
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Rated 4.9 stars from 268 reviews for exceptional plumbing service in Berkeley.
920 Pardee St, Berkeley, CA 94710, USABerkeley's top-rated plumber with a perfect 5.0 stars from over 150 reviews.
2232 Santa Clara Ave Ste A, Alameda, CA 94501, USAEarned a perfect 5.0-star rating from over 100 reviews in Berkeley.
5327 Jacuzzi St, Richmond, CA 94804, USAPlumbers Rankings in Berkeley, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | L.J. Kruse Company920 Pardee St, Berkeley, CA 94710, USA | 4.9★ | 268 |
| #2 | Big Brothers Plumbing Inc2232 Santa Clara Ave Ste A, Alameda, CA 94501, USA | 5.0★ | 152 |
| #3 | Lifesaver Plumbing And Rooter5327 Jacuzzi St, Richmond, CA 94804, USA | 5.0★ | 116 |
| #4 | GTO. Plumbing and rooter3640 Chanslor Ave #5, Richmond, CA 94805, USA | 4.9★ | 64 |
| #5 | Afterglow Heating and Plumbing1600 Shattuck Ave. Ste 214a, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA | 4.9★ | 71 |
| #6 | Green Eagle PlumbingKensington, CA 94708, USA | 5.0★ | 22 |
| #7 | Pelican Plumbers1881 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA | 4.3★ | 9 |
| #8 | One Step Plumbing1309 67th St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA | 5.0★ | 1 |
| #9 | Berkeley Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc.2160 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA | 3.9★ | 14 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
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Serving Berkeley with a 4.9-star rating from 64 glowing customer reviews.
3640 Chanslor Ave #5, Richmond, CA 94805, USA
4.9 stars from 71 reviews, reflecting exceptional local customer satisfaction.
1600 Shattuck Ave. Ste 214a, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Boasts a flawless 5.0-star rating from 22 Google reviews.
Kensington, CA 94708, USA
Reliable Berkeley plumber with a solid 4.3-star rating from 9 reviews.
1881 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703, USA
5.0-star rating from 1 Google review.
1309 67th St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
14 Google reviews give this Berkeley plumber a solid 3.9-star average rating.
2160 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA
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Plumbers in Berkeley, CA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | L.J. Kruse Company | 87/100 | 4.9 ★ | 268 |
| 2 | Big Brothers Plumbing Inc | 86/100 | 5.0 ★ | 152 |
| 3 | Lifesaver Plumbing And Rooter | 84/100 | 5.0 ★ | 116 |
| 4 | GTO. Plumbing and rooter | 79/100 | 4.9 ★ | 64 |
| 5 | Afterglow Heating and Plumbing | 80/100 | 4.9 ★ | 71 |
| 6 | Green Eagle Plumbing | 75/100 | 5.0 ★ | 22 |
| 7 | Pelican Plumbers | 59/100 | 4.3 ★ | 9 |
| 8 | One Step Plumbing | 62/100 | 5.0 ★ | 1 |
| 9 | Berkeley Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. | 54/100 | 3.9 ★ | 14 |
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Licensing requirements vary by trade and state. For most home service contractors, CA requires both a state license and liability insurance. Always ask any contractor for proof of current insurance and a copy of their license number before work begins — you can verify most licenses on your state licensing board's website.
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: July 4, 2026.
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