Thistle Plumbing

★★★★★ 4.9 / 5 (156)
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: Palm Desert, CA 92260
: (626) 616-9353
: http://thistleplumbing.com

Company Overview

Our services extend to both Los Angeles and Palm Springs.

Having specialized in plumbing for three decades, give us a call for your no-cost consultation. We handle water heater replacements, both tank and tankless, along with garbage disposals, toilets, and faucets. We also address gas, water, and drain leaks.

Our sewer services include cleaning, relining, de-scaling, and hydrojetting, including sewer camera inspections and trenchless sewer replacements.

We began our journey in 1991, starting with basic tools, and have evolved to utilize sophisticated equipment for analyzing plumbing problems.

My career began as a laboratory technician while I earned my Civil Engineering degree. I quickly discovered that management wasn't my path, leading me to start a pizza and sandwich venture named Ollies, which was a valuable learning experience about interacting with people.

After that, I relocated to California, and started working right away for a local plumbing company, gaining hands-on experience. After five years, I moved to a more reputable plumbing firm which specialized in servicing older homes, handling extensive sewer work and maintaining high standards.

After two years, I decided to pursue and obtain my Plumbing C-36 License. I subsequently established Thistle Plumbing. I have been the owner and operator of Thistle Plumbing for almost three decades. Given our background, we can tackle any plumbing job effortlessly.

Business Services

  • Bathtub repair
  • Drain installation
  • Drain repair
  • Faucet installation
  • Faucet repair
  • 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
  • Sewer installation
  • Sewer 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 - 6:00 PM
Tue:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wed:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thu:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fri:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sun:Closed

Recommended Customer Reviews

Cheng W.
★★★★★

Brian responded to my request promptly. Arrived on time for an appointment to provide estimate for installing sewer pump, and was able to fix my minor problem with toilet on the spot. He also provided a reasonable estimate for the sewer pump installation and was very efficient. Brian is very thorough and detail-oriented. He is also very good at communicating and follow up. I looked up Thistle Plumbing in the hope of finding reliable plumber in my neighborhood and I think I've found one!

F C.
★★★★★

I was able to get an appointment quickly. The technician resolved our clogging problem and I think the price is reasonable. I would definitely use them again.

Yee I.
★★★★★

Frank is a professional, friendly, and reliable plumber who loves his job. He walked in, masked, and we threw everything and the kitchen sink at him. We had most of the parts prepped and just had to to pickup a few small things and he supplied the rest.

He installed a kitchen sink and faucet, a tankless water filtration system, an ice maker line, a pressure regulator and a smart water shut-off in two visits within a week. We highly recommend his services and will be using him in the future. Thanks Frank (and Brian)!

Fat K.
★★★★★

My experience with Brian and Frank was fantastic. I had them out twice within 2 weeks and both times they were communicative, fair, and effective. Very pleased to have given these guys my business. Highly recommend.

Nancy R.
★★★★★

We used Brian at Thistle Plumbing to recommend, buy, and install a new toilet. His recommendation was less expensive than the toilets we found through reviews on Amazon. He came the very next day with the toilet...installed it beautifully, and left the bathroom clean. What a pleasure!!! Honest and reliable. We are about to call him for another task, and he will be our go to plumber for the future. Do not bother with other plumbers....just rely on him.

Linda E.
★★★★★

Brian and Frank from Thistle Plumbing did a fantastic job fixing the venting system for our new tankless water heater unit (after an improper installation by the original contractor --an extremely dangerous predicament to be in). I was wary about the price as re-dos are often cost-prohibitive. Brian responded quickly, assessed the job and it was completed immediately after new parts were delivered. What a relief to find local and reputable professionals you can depend on. Thistle Plumbing is 100% recommended!

Additional Plus: Last summer while banking at Wells Fargo on Fair Oaks, there was a pitbull nervously pacing by the side entrance. Many of us gathered around the ATM machines were worried that she may have been abandoned. Brian looked at the ID tag and volunteered to take the dog to the address listed. Turns out she was lost and was returned to her owner.

Sandra J.
★★★★★

I will definitely call Thistle Plumbing for all my plumbing issues. Professional, honest, competent, and a nice person. It was a pleasure to hire Thistle Plumbing. The main sewer line had backed up and needed a cleaning out. Brian came quickly and did fantastic work. Very pleased. I have every confidence everything he does is tip top great. I now have a plumber. Thank you!

Rainbow G.
★★★★★

Brian and his team were very professional ( meticulous, neat and tidy) in removing the nasty tree roots blocking my sewer pipe. They have sophisticated equipment to handle the most difficult of jobs. They are responsive and follow up in a responsible manner.

Jami A.
★★★★★

These guys saved my life!!!!!!!! I had a major leak under my sink and Frank was absolutely incredible. So professional, timely, and kind. I couldn't have dreamed up a better plumber. Real talk though, I would recommend this company to anyone and everyone who needs a plumber. Thanks thistle plumbing.

Irma G.
★★★★★

I have used Thistle Plumbing on numerous occasions and are always very satisfied with the work, their prices and their professionalism. My husband and I have used Thistle Plumbing for plumbing jobs at our own home, as well as at rental property we own. Brian, who owns the company, is a super person and always responds quickly to requests for an appointment. The members of his crew that have done work for us are also great people. They are all knowledgeable about the job they do, get the job done in a timely/efficient manner and always clean up after the job is done, and the prices are always fair. I highly recommend Thistle Plumbing.

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