The Plumbing Doc

★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (122)
: 1805 Lawson Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93304
: (661) 836-1620
: http://plumbingdoc.net

Company Overview

The Plumbing Doc serves as your go-to full-service plumbing provider. The company is led by Rick Clemmons, who hails from Arlington, California, was born in 1959 and relocated to Bakersfield in 1964. Having been raised in Kern County, he has developed numerous strong bonds in our local area. He completed high school in 1976 and joined the United States Air Force. After serving honorably, he joined the Kern County Fire Department, where he served as a seasonal fireman in Keene, California. When the fire season ended, he studied at colleges in Texas and then Bakersfield College, where he explored various subjects, including Mathematics, Diesel Mechanics, and Welding. Rick enrolled in the apprenticeship program with Operating Engineers Local #12, earning qualifications as a Heavy Equipment Operator and a Diesel Mechanic/Welder. He finished this dual program with the prestigious Dorothy Donahue award, recognizing him as the top apprentice in the AFL/CIO in California and Nevada.

In 2004, he founded ""The Plumbing Doc"" with just two trucks and basic tools. Thanks to hard work and a commitment to customer satisfaction, it has grown into the successful business it is now. Though the early days were difficult, Rick relied on positive word-of-mouth to keep going. The Plumbing Doc was known for punctuality, quality workmanship at fair prices, and a commitment to honesty! The Plumbing Doc specializes in a wide range of plumbing services. We stand out in the service and repair plumbing sector for both homes and businesses, thanks to our years of experience and our focus on listening to our customers. Our service area includes Kern County and the greater Bakersfield region. Our Local Service Center uses cutting-edge computerized dispatch equipment to get our technicians to you as quickly as possible. Our team of customer service representatives, dispatchers, training specialists, and warehouse staff supports our skilled technicians. Our fully-equipped trucks carry a wide array of repair items, tools, and emergency equipment, allowing us to provide service 24/7. We offer industry-leading warranties of up to 99 years on both workmanship and materials. What truly matters is that we are the most trustworthy plumbers you will find. At 55 years old, I have over 30 years of plumbing experience. My extensive experience in all aspects of construction helps me spot problems that others might miss. Many plumbers reach out to us for assistance with challenging plumbing problems. Customer satisfaction is my primary focus, followed by providing quality service at a reasonable price. I don’t advertise myself as the cheapest plumber around, I aim to provide the highest quality service. So, when your low-cost plumber makes your issue worse, reach out to us, and we’ll take care of it, usually within an hour of your call.

Business Services

  • Bathtub installation
  • Bathtub repair
  • Drain installation
  • Drain repair
  • Faucet installation
  • Faucet repair
  • Garbage disposal installation
  • Garbage disposal repair
  • Gas line installation
  • Gas line repair
  • Hot water recirculation pump installation
  • Hot water recirculation pump repair
  • Plumbing inspection
  • Plumbing installation or replacement
  • Plumbing repair
  • Septic system cleaning
  • Septic system inspection
  • Septic system installation
  • Septic system repair
  • Sewer installation
  • Sewer repair
  • Shower installation
  • Shower repair
  • Sink installation
  • Sink repair
  • Sump pump installation
  • Sump pump repair
  • Toilet installation
  • Toilet repair
  • Water heater installation
  • Water heater repair
  • Water pipe installation
  • Water pipe repair

Business Location & Hours



Mon:Open 24 hours
Tue:Open 24 hours
Wed:Open 24 hours
Thu:Open 24 hours
Fri:Open 24 hours
Sat:Open 24 hours
Sun:Open 24 hours

Recommended Customer Reviews

Margaret S.
★★★★★

I recently used their services twice, once for a large matter, and once for a small but urgent job. They have always been good communicators, positive in attitude, honesy, efficient and punctual - not at all easy to find in plumbers, in my experience. Their work has been totally up to standard. This is a good service to use.

Jonathan E.
★☆☆☆☆

Poor customer service beginning with a rude appointment service guy Rick, over the weekend. Then I waited over 1.5 hours for a no show. Apparently Rick never put me on the schedule! Wasted my time.

Irene R.
★★★★★

I love lots of mature trees around my house but they are not good for my plumbing. So I had a stoppage in my shower and Plumbing Doc arrived on time and took care of the problem quickly and efficiently at a fair price. Would I recommend Plumbing Doc? Absolutely the best service I have ever had. [My late husband was a licensed plumber - - But you know who's toilet needed jiggling.] Yes, I recommend Plumbing Doc for all your plumbing needs.

Josie A.
★★★★★

Had a backed up sink... thought I did something wrong it was just food/gucky stuff built up over time but called at 10:30 and Bobby was here by 1:00 sharp. Very friendly fast and assured me it happens! Done by 1:25! Thank you! Would do business again in a heart beat!

Javier M.
★★★★★

Great guys. I can't sing their praises enough. They are more expensive than some other plumbers but i URGE you to think twice before picking the cheaper plumber like i did the last time.

***I hired another plumber at first to get a rather easy non emergency job done, well this other guy took a 5 hour lunch, tried to charge it to me saying that it was time spent acquiring the pipe i needed. He claimed he had to go to Delano to get the pipe; get this that specialtiy pipe can be found at ANY in town lowe's or Home depot because i checked while he was away on his 5 hour break. I used to work in the plumbing department i know the inventory. When that bozo came back he messed with my water heater when i wasn't looking and tried to charge me to FIX IT! the nerve of that other guy, and im sure this is pretty typical in the plumbing industry just like the automotive industry.***

Moral of the story is if you DON""T know your away around pipes, you wan't someone you can trust who won't try to rip you off, you want someone honest you can trust to visit your home where you and your family sleep... The only guys i now trust is the Father and Son operation at Plumbing Doc.
THESE GUYS are honest, fast and know what they are talking about. Both the son and the father know their stuff. Don't get scammed by going for the cheaper guy like I almost did.

Renée S.
★★★★★

Arrived right when they said they would. Sent two great guys who wore booties in the house (THANK YOU) ... nice guys, did excellent work, and the rates were reasonable. I highly recommend them!

Loren S.
★★★★★

Adam from The Plumbing Doc reseated a toilet and replace the flush valve. Fast and courteous. I'm so pleased with the service I almost wish I had other plumbing problems! :-) Thank you Rick for recommending your company, I will be sure to recommend you to my friends.

Jeannie N.
★★★★★

The plumbing doc was so helpful! I called to inquire about my issue with my garbage disposal, before scheduling an appointment to have them come out they gave me a few tips to try myself first, and they worked! I will definitely call the plumbing doc for any future fixes I may need and I highly recommend them! Thank you!

Sarah S.
★★★★★

Rick Jr and Michael helped us out last minute on Christmas Eve night. They responded within 30 min and were done in an hour. They were professional and knew what tricks to use in order to replace a valve that could have lead to a huge mess with out them. A huge thanks and will use them again in the future on a less emergent fix!

Jesus B.
★★★★★

Had some work done , toilets weren't flushing well and sink was leaking. They came in, got everything installed very quickly. Had a minor issue with the toilet install and sink caulking but as soon as I let the owner know he was willing to have someone out that same day. They came back out , got it all sorted.

I can't say enough about the Friendly staff , quality work and amazing customer service. Definitely recommend them for any and all plumbing needs.

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