Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Plumbing Partner in San Jose
Founded in 1944, Able Plumbing Sewer & Drain has grown from a small septic service provider into a trusted regional leader serving homeowners, businesses, and municipalities across the San Francisco Bay Area. Our decades of hands-on experience, combined with cutting-edge technology and a commitment to solving complex challenges, position us as the go-to experts for plumbing, sewer, and drainage solutions. We operate 24/7 with a team of certified technicians equipped to handle emergencies, installations, and large-scale infrastructure projects.Our principles emphasize direct communication with live personnel, transparent pricing through free estimates, and comprehensive project management under a single trusted partner. Backed by state-of-the-art equipment and a 100% satisfaction guarantee, we prioritize safety, efficiency, and long-term client relationships. As a family-owned, locally operated company, we maintain deep ties to the communities we serve while upholding rigorous industry standards and environmental responsibility.
Services
Video Inspection
Sewer & Drain Cleaning
Septic Pumping
Water Heaters
Underground Construction
Details
- Year established: 1944
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 personalized customer support for urgent plumbing needs.
- Our team consists of certified experts with 80 years of combined experience.
- We provide free phone estimates with transparent pricing upfront.
- We guarantee 100% satisfaction with all plumbing repairs and installations.
- We utilize state-of-the-art equipment for precise diagnostics and efficient repairs.
Services
Residential Plumbing
We address household plumbing issues including leak repairs, water heater installations, and drain cleaning. Our technicians prioritize minimizing disruption to daily routines while ensuring long-term fixes. Services cover kitchens, bathrooms, and utility systems for single-family homes and multi-unit properties across the South Bay Area.
Commercial Plumbing
Tailored solutions for commercial properties maintain operational continuity through restroom maintenance, kitchen plumbing, and sewer line repairs. Our team works after-hours and weekends to reduce business downtime, serving retail spaces, restaurants, office buildings, and industrial facilities with code-compliant installations and emergency response.
Municipal Projects
Large-scale sewer main replacements, septic system upgrades, and utility pipeline installations serve cities and counties. We handle excavation, surface rehabilitation, and storm drain construction for public works departments, adhering to municipal codes and environmental regulations while maintaining traffic control and public safety.
Emergency Services
Plumbing emergencies receive immediate attention with technicians available 24 hours daily. Specialized equipment addresses burst pipes, sewer backups, and water heater failures at residential, commercial, and municipal properties. Rapid response teams deploy across the Bay Area to prevent property damage and restore functionality.
Septic Pumping
Professional septic tank pumping and system inspections prevent backups and environmental contamination. Services include sludge removal, tank cleaning, and system diagnostics for residential properties, commercial sites, and municipal facilities. Preventative maintenance schedules extend system lifespan while ensuring regulatory compliance for Bay Area properties.
People
Mark Patel
General Manager, Estimating, Plumbing
Overseeing operations and project estimates, Mark brings extensive plumbing expertise to coordinate technical teams and ensure accurate service pricing for residential and commercial clients.
Glen Gilbert
Founder & Mentor
As founder, Glen established Able's commitment to quality service and community focus. He continues guiding company values while mentoring technicians to maintain high standards across all service areas.
Brandon Gilbert
Assistant Engineer
Supporting infrastructure projects, Brandon applies engineering principles to municipal plumbing designs and construction plans, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with regional building codes.
Jessica Menkemeller
Underground Construction Project Manager
Jessica manages complex subsurface projects, coordinating crews for sewer line installations and pipeline repairs while maintaining safety protocols and project timelines for public and private clients.
Shaun Miller
Engineering Project Manager
Overseeing technical execution of large-scale plumbing systems, Shaun ensures municipal projects meet engineering specifications through detailed planning and on-site quality control oversight.
Questions
Do you offer 24/7 emergency plumbing services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency response for urgent plumbing issues including leaks, backups, and system failures across residential, commercial, and municipal properties.
What areas do you service?
We serve the entire San Francisco Bay Area including San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Palo Alto, Mountain View, and surrounding communities for all plumbing needs.
Are your technicians licensed and insured?
All our plumbing technicians hold valid California licenses and undergo regular training to maintain industry certifications for safe, code-compliant service delivery.
Do you provide free estimates?
Yes, we offer free phone estimates with transparent pricing details before starting any work, ensuring no hidden costs for residential or commercial clients.
What septic services do you offer?
Our septic services include tank pumping, system inspections, sludge removal, and repair/replacement solutions for residential properties and commercial sites throughout the Bay Area.
Do you handle large municipal projects?
Yes, we specialize in municipal infrastructure including sewer main replacements, storm drain construction, and utility pipeline installations for cities and counties in our service region.
