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Plumbing Services From Newport-Mesa Drains
Drains and sewer lines, water heaters, leaks, gas lines and emergencies. Joseph Russell owns the business and does the work, and he explains what he finds before anything gets fixed.
- Owner-operated
- CA Lic. #1089814 (C-36)
- 5.0 on Google from 113 reviews
- 24/7 emergency plumbing
Pick the problem you are dealing with
Each service has its own page covering symptoms, diagnosis and repair options.
Drain Cleaning
Slow sinks and tubs, laundry lines and main drain backups. If a line keeps clogging, Joseph looks for the reason.
Learn more →Sewer Line Repair and Replacement
When the main line backs up again and again, Joseph inspects with a camera first. Then he explains spot repair, trenchless options like pipe lining or pipe bursting, or traditional replacement.
Learn more →Water Heater Repair and Replacement
No hot water or a leaking tank. Joseph checks the unit and tells you plainly whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
Learn more →Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation
Disposals that hum, jam or leak under the sink. He also checks whether the real clog sits downstream in the kitchen drain before replacing anything.
Learn more →Tankless Water Heater Installation
On-demand hot water planned around household demand, gas supply and venting.
Learn more →Leak Detection and Slab Leak Repair
Water spots, warm floors or a water bill that jumped for no clear reason. Joseph works to find the source before any wall or floor gets opened.
Learn more →Hydro Jetting and Sewer Camera Inspection
For clogs that keep coming back. A camera shows what is inside the line, and hydro jetting scours buildup off the pipe walls.
Learn more →Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, overflowing fixtures, sewage backups and leaking water heaters. Emergency plumbing is available 24/7. Call for a real timing estimate.
Learn more →Gas Line Services
Gas line installation and repair for water heaters, ranges and appliance changes. If you smell gas, leave the home first and call SoCalGas or 911 from outside.
Learn more →See your problem here? Joseph can usually point you to the next step on the phone.
Not sure which service fits? Start here.
You do not need the plumbing term. These questions usually point to the right page.
Count the drains involved
One slow fixture usually points to drain cleaning. Several fixtures backing up together often means the main sewer line, where a camera inspection helps.
Ask if it has happened before
If the same clog keeps returning, ask about hydro jetting and a sewer camera inspection instead of another quick clear.
Call if you are still unsure
Call (949) 687-9047 and describe what is going on. Joseph will tell you which service fits and what he would check first. Pricing is explained before work starts.
Ready to get started? Call Joseph or request a callback.
Water spreading right now? Call instead of filling out the form.
If a pipe has burst, sewage is coming up into a tub or toilet, or a water heater is leaking onto the floor, call (949) 687-9047. Emergency plumbing is available 24/7. Call for a real timing estimate.
While you wait, close the shutoff valve at the fixture or the main water shutoff if you can reach it safely. If the problem is a gas smell, leave the home first and call SoCalGas or 911 from outside before you call a plumber.
Sounds like what is happening at your place? Talk it through with Joseph.
Where Joseph provides these services
Newport-Mesa Drains is based in Costa Mesa and serves homes across coastal Orange County.
Newport Beach ↗
Drain and sewer calls in coastal homes, plus leak detection when water shows up behind finished surfaces.
Costa Mesa ↗
Home base. Drain and water heater calls here are close to where Joseph starts the day.
Huntington Beach ↗
Repeat drain backups and sewer line problems, plus disposal and gas line work for appliance changes.
Fountain Valley ↗
Water heater repair and replacement for busy family homes, along with tankless upgrades and slow drains.
Don’t see your neighborhood? Call and ask.
Common questions about our services
Still have a question?
Call Joseph and describe what you are seeing. He will tell you what he thinks is going on.
Call (949) 687-9047Or request a callback →Which service do I need if more than one drain is backing up?
Several fixtures backing up at once often points to the main sewer line. Joseph typically pairs clearing the line with a camera inspection so the next step is based on what the line actually shows.
Can you help me decide between repairing and replacing a water heater?
Yes. Joseph looks at age and performance along with leak risk, then explains which option makes more sense for your home and budget.
What gas line work do you handle?
Gas line installation and repair tied to water heaters, ranges and remodel changes. If you smell gas, leave the home first and call SoCalGas or 911 from outside.
How does pricing work?
Pricing is explained before work starts, so you know what you are approving before Joseph picks up a tool.
Which cities do you serve?
Newport Beach and Costa Mesa, plus Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley. If you live just outside those cities, call and ask.
Tell Joseph what is going on
Call for anything urgent, or request a callback and describe the problem. Joseph will point you to the right service and explain the options before any work begins.