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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 6 plumbers in San Marcos, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Plumb365 with a 4.8-star rating from 66 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Buddy Plumbing and Packard Plumbing. The average rating across all listed plumbers in San Marcos is 4.9 stars from 59 reviews per business on average.
Plumbing repairs in San Marcos average $150–$500 for common fixes. Emergency calls and major work (sewer line, water heater) run $500–$3,000+.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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6
Businesses listed
4.9★
Avg rating
59
Avg reviews
May 17, 2026
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Top Rated Plumbers
Buddy Plumbing
1145 Linda Vista Dr #110, San Marcos, CA 92078, USA
Plumbers Rankings in San Marcos, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Plumb3651445 Descanso Ave, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA | 4.8★ | 66 |
| #2 | Buddy Plumbing1145 Linda Vista Dr #110, San Marcos, CA 92078, USA | 5.0★ | 17 |
| #3 | Packard Plumbing1730 Elfin Forest Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078, USA | 5.0★ | 105 |
| #4 | Best Plumber San Marcos CA869 Rancheros Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA | 5.0★ | 2 |
| #5 | Ethan Brothers Plumbing & Gas965 E Mission Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA | 4.8★ | 142 |
| #6 | Cali Plumber San Marcos188 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA | 5.0★ | 22 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
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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: May 17, 2026.
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