Thistle Plumbing
Company Overview
We cater to clients in the Los Angeles and Palm Springs regions.
Having specialized in plumbing for three decades, reach out now for your free consultation. Our services include replacing water heater tanks and tankless units, including garbage disposals, toilets, and faucets. We fix gas, water, and drain leaks.
Our sewer solutions encompass cleaning, relining, de-scaling, and hydrojetting, along with sewer camera inspections and trenchless 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 soon realized that management roles weren't for me, so I launched a pizza and sandwich business called Ollies, an experience that taught me valuable lessons about people.
After that, I relocated to California, where I immediately began working for a small plumbing company, gaining hands-on experience. After five years, I transitioned to a higher-quality plumbing company 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 then founded Thistle Plumbing. I have been running Thistle Plumbing for close to 30 years. With all this experience, we can handle any plumbing task with ease.
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

Brian did an awesome job installing four earthquake shut-off valves. He responded quickly with a very reasonable estimate and did the work super fast with a pleasant demeanor. A+!!

Thistle Plumbing is one of those miracle finds that you hold onto for dear life. We used to hire a local family owned business that got weird when the father retired and the son took over. We struck gold with Brian. He's familiar with old houses and his estimates have been accurate.

So I called for an estimate based on all the great reviews here. I feel obliged to help others make decisions and not waste their time...that's the way this Yelp thing works, right? Guy was very nice on the phone, made an appointment. Other guy shows up to appointment, immediately tells me I owe him $95, his time isn't free. Ok, I can understand that but very strange that the person on the phone had not mentioned it. Goes through the house, saying things but with the thick accent I wasn't completely sure what he was saying. Kept repeating that his time was valuable, that I understood. I asked for an estimate, he said he couldn't even give me a guess or range, but I'd get one from the office the next day. Received nothing. So, $95 dollars later and a bunch of my time wasted, hope this keeps someone else from having it happen to them.

Pro- Brian was very responsive especially on Yelp emails. Also used texting for convenience.
Con- Disclosure, customer asked for both plumbing and cleaning services upfront, but was told no cleaning services available after visit. 3rd party vendors, owner did not disclose them and these vendors were difficult to understand as well their penmanship.

Great job. Fast, clean. Finished early.
They were very helpful throughout the proposal process, giving me fair and reasonable feedback on various options.

I have used Thistle's services 4 times over the past two years (above grade gas line extension, replace toilet, unclog sink drain, repair underground copper leak). I have received outstanding service every time from Frank and Brian. They are knowledgeable, professional, and honest. I would not hesitate to recommend them.

This company does excellent work for a fabulous price. I felt completely at ease with the wonderful Frank who came by the same day I called to do the work. I had a plumbing emergency while my husband was out of town. Some companies would take advantage of my not knowing anything about what might need to be done. Thistle is completely above board with everything. I am so grateful to them and will call any time we need a plumber. Thank you! You are TRULY the best!!!!!

Used thistle plumbing again for a main drain rooter service and once again I am very pleased with their service. I'm glad I finally found a plumber I like.

Frank came out to work on my tankless water heater. He was fantastic. Knowledgeable, trustworthy, kind, and fixed the problem. Brian has helped us in the past. This is the only plumbing company we trust, and we have been through several. Don't hesitate. Call them!!

We had Brian come out to my sisters place because of an obnoxious hammering sound when the toilet was flushed and somehow he figured it was connected to the sprinkler system. He was able to fix the problem in no time. We called Thistle again, and Frank came out to take care of a leak in kitchen (we were told it was a bad install) and because he was so thorough he realized it was from backup. He was also gracious enough to go through our crawl space without gear! And take a look at our waste line. Needless to say, we had them come out to change out our line to avoid future issues. My husband and I are so impressed with both Brian and Frank's professionalism, knowledge, skills, and their willingness to work a big job on a Saturday to fit our timeline. We would not hesitate to call Thistle for future issues.