Residential Plumbing
Repairs and installations completed cleanly, honestly, and to code.
- Leak detection & repair
- Fixture installation & repair
- Pipe replacement & repiping
- Drain cleaning & unclogging
Santa Cruz County, CA
Santa Cruz plumbing
and septic
Wade's Plumbing & Septic: no sales pressure, no upselling, and local licensed professionals. Flat-rate pricing, quoted on site before work begins.
- Licensed
- CA CSLB #1087260
- Pricing
- Flat-rate, quoted on site
- Office hours
- Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday
Our core specialty
Engineered septic systems
When a standard system will not work (steep slopes, difficult soil, tight lots, or sensitive environments), that is exactly where we excel.
Hillsides & tight lots
Systems planned around slopes, access, and setbacks.
Built with your engineer
Installed to the engineered design and the county permit.
Advanced ATU systems
For sites conventional contractors turn down.
Free site consultations
We tell you what can work before money changes hands.
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Real work from the Wade's team.
Engineered septic installations, excavation, controls, and finished systems completed on challenging Santa Cruz County properties.
What we do
Plumbing & septic services
From routine maintenance to complex installations, our licensed team handles it cleanly, honestly, and on time.
Commercial Plumbing
Dependable commercial service that keeps your property operating.
- Commercial water heaters
- Backflow prevention
- Code compliance updates
- Restaurant & kitchen plumbing
New Construction
Code-compliant plumbing planned from rough-in through final testing.
- Plumbing system design
- Rough-in plumbing
- Fixture installation
- Final inspections & testing
Service area
Local to Santa Cruz County.
Our crew works across Santa Cruz County and selected Santa Clara County communities. Not sure about your address? Call and ask.
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Experienced with leading equipment brands
How it works
Real people. Honest recommendations.
We are not corporate plumbers trying to hit an upsell quota. Here is what happens after you call.
Call or send a message
Talk to a real person at 831.225.4344 during office hours, or send a message any time.
On-site look and a flat-rate quote
We see the problem in person, explain the options, and give you a flat-rate price before any work begins. Quotes are free.
Licensed work, done to code
Planned and permitted where the job needs it, under CA CSLB #1087260 (C-36 Plumbing, C-42 Sanitation System).
Clean finish and walkthrough
We clean up, show you what was done, and answer questions before we leave.
What customers say
“As a real estate professional, I love working with Wade’s Plumbing. They are courteous, professional, and always make sure my clients are taken care of.”
“They know their stuff, do great work, and are a pleasure to work with. They made me feel comfortable with a terrible situation that shut down my house.”
Frequently asked
Straight answers to common questions.
Do not see your question? Call 831.225.4344 and talk to someone who understands the work.
What does Wade's Plumbing & Septic do?
Wade's Plumbing & Septic is a family-owned plumbing and septic company in Ben Lomond, California, serving Santa Cruz County and licensed under CA CSLB #1087260 (C-36 Plumbing, C-42 Sanitation System). We handle residential and commercial plumbing, drain, sewer and water heater work, and install new and engineered septic systems alongside engineers.
Does Wade's pump septic tanks?
No. Wade's Plumbing & Septic does not offer septic tank pumping. We install, repair and replace septic systems, including engineered systems built alongside engineers. For routine pumping, contact a septic pumping company.
Are quotes free, and how is pricing set?
Yes, quotes are free. Flat-rate pricing, quoted on site before work begins.
What are your hours?
Wade's office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Call 831.225.4344 during those hours or request a free quote online.
What are the signs of a failing septic system?
Warning signs include slow drains, gurgling sounds, sewage backups, soggy areas around the drain field, unusually lush grass, strong odors, and contaminated well water.
How long does a water heater typically last?
Conventional tank water heaters commonly last 8 to 12 years, while tankless models can last 15 to 20 years or longer with proper maintenance.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Santa Cruz County and selected Santa Clara County communities in California. Call us if you are unsure whether a specific address is inside the current service area.
Wade's Plumbing & Septic
Ready to get started?
Talk to a local licensed professional and get clear options with no pressure. Quotes are free, and the price is set before any work begins.
Call the office
831.225.4344- Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday
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