Gene Phillips Plumbing
Company Overview
Established in 1979, Gene Phillips Plumbing is a locally-owned venture where I personally manage all the work! As a locally-owned ""little guy"" in Palm Desert, California, I usually deliver same-day service. With over 35 years of expertise, I focus on troubleshooting, leak repairs, and servicing or replacing water heaters, toilets, disposals, faucets, water lines, and piping. I know that plumbing troubles can be annoying and disruptive. However, you can trust that my company, A Gene Phillips Plumbing, will address your plumbing concerns swiftly and effectively, performing all work personally. Along with my industry expertise and reliability, I am dedicated to providing fair and transparent pricing for every job. I pride myself on high-quality craftsmanship, treating every job like my own home, and you are my neighbor, with conscientious and trustworthy service. My practical experience and genuine commitment to fixing the issue, not merely making money, set my service apart from the competition. My dad launched this business in 1950, and his four sons have upheld the tradition, with my brothers moving to different parts of the country. I stayed with my dad, working side by side until he passed away in 2015, and I have upheld his work and philosophy - to do the work as you would want it done for yourself... and... to treat clients honestly and as friends in need. When I was 10, I crawled under houses with my dad, Clyde Phillips - a southern farm boy, delivering melted lead in a ladle for him to pour and hammer into sockets to connect cast iron sewer pipes. My dad learned from my grandfather, who developed his own tools and techniques on the farm in Georgia. I was raised with my three brothers, all working with my dad on Saturdays while our friends played at the park! We learned out of necessity. However, as we matured, we felt proud to work beside him and make him proud. In 1979, I earned my contractor's license and started the business ""down valley"" in Palm Desert and Rancho Mirage. We collaborated until he reached 77! He passed away at 87, just last year. He often said, ""It's A Wonderful Life!""
Business Services
- Bathtub installation
- Bathtub repair
- Drain installation
- Faucet installation
- Faucet repair
- Garbage disposal installation
- Garbage disposal repair
- Hot water recirculation pump installation
- Plumbing inspection
- Plumbing installation or replacement
- Plumbing repair
- Shower repair
- Sink installation
- Sink repair
- Toilet installation
- Toilet repair
- Water heater installation
- Water heater repair
- Water pipe installation
- Water pipe repair
Business Location & Hours
Mon: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Tue: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Wed: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Thu: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Fri: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Sat: | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Sun: | Closed |
Recommended Customer Reviews

I searched Yelp for a small business owner to do some plumbing work in our new home. I found Gene. We have an old toilet that we have decided for now to keep because we love the style. He repaired our toilet and stabilized it and it's not leaking or rocking. After talking with him I understood just how knowledgable he is in everything plumbing...he's awesome!

Reliable plumber who fixed our old clogged toilet. Some parts were replaced, toilet was snaked, and unclogged. Total was $265. I'd hire again if we have any more plumbing problems. Thanks for the assistance!

Gene was amazing. I had a leak in my bathroom sink, which another plumber. not only did not repair properly, but caused a new problem. I thought I would have to replace the two faucets in the adjoining bathroom sinks. Gene came and immediately saw the much simpler solution to fixing the leak. It cost a lot less than replacing the faucets.
Gene was knowledgeable, proactive in saving me money, personable, professional and very fair in his pricing.
I also appreciated his communication skills. Gene called me back almost immediately after I initially called him. He called to confirm his appointment with me and called again 10 minutes before he arrived.
He also assured me that if there was any further problem, that he would come back and take care of it.
I feel I have found a valuable treasure in working with with Gene, and I recommend him highly to anyone who wants top quality plumbing service.

I called Gene Phillips Plumbing for the first time this morning a little after eight to look at a couple of our toilets. When I spoke to Gene he gave me a time window. I explained to him that it would take me some time to get home. He called me 30-40 minutes before he was going to arrive which gave me plenty time to get home. My toilet issues ended up being minor. He did some adjusting all three of our toilets. He did replace a seal on one. Gene was very prompt, respectful and honest. I appreciated how thorough he was and his professionalism. I thought his pricing was very fair. I will definitely call Gene again for any plumbing needs that come up in the future. Many Thanks!

Gene accommodated us by coming early and fixed our leaking toilet. He went above and beyond to really make sure it was fixed correctly. I feel confident that his work will last as long as I own the toilet!!!! He took such care on my small project and treated us with respect, not like we were wasting his time.
I will use him for any future plumbing project and highly recommend him.

Gene is a very knowledgeable and professional plumber that has competitive rates. He was able to identify and repair our shower leak in less than 40 min. He showed on time, repair the leak and was out the door. I highly recommend Gene for your plumbing needs. Thanks Gene.

Gene is such a great guy and great at what he does. We had a gas leak by our pool equipment and gene had it detected and fixed as quick as possible( there was a lot of digging and he worked late into the day for us) his pricing was fair and work was exceptional.

Gene took our call the same morning our seasonal renters contacted us about the lack of hot water. He put us 2nd in line for an appt that day, called with the bad news and shortly had steaming water flowing for our renters. Great communications, with photos I might add, and great work ethic as a master plumber.
Thanks Gene....yours a permanent fixture in our rolodex!

Gene came out within a few hours. He did a thorough job and we will reccomend him to our friends. Gene is now ""our plumer."" Thanks, Gene.

We needed to replace our water heater which was a 15 year old Bradford White 75 gallon unit. We called several companies and the prices were all comparable. But when we called,we spoke directly with Gene who was by far he most knowledgeable and comprehensive in his information. All his questions were relevant and he gave us a competitive price in advance he showed up on time and the job was done quickly and professionally. It required more material to properly place the water heater and replace the circulating pump but he only charged us the price he quoted. He left our garage cleaner than he found it! There was an immediate significant improvement in our hot water system. Friendly, professional service from a Master certified plumber. I will never call anyone else.