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Tonkin Plumbing Tonkin Plumbing's roots are in New Zealand as both Phillip Tonkin and Terry Swney finished five year apprenticeships under the same mentor and company. 35 years ago Phillip moved to California and worked for a small plumbing company in Moreno Valley. Rancho Plumbing. In 1987 Phillip opened Tonkin Plumbing.

With only one plumbing truck and Phillip's hard work, Tonkin Plumbing began to grow. In 1994, Terry came to California and a partnership was formed creating Tonkin Plumbing Incorporated. Over the years, Tonkin Plumbing has grown into a successful family oriented company that is thankful for its customer service oriented employees and professional attitude.
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Remodeling
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Today, discriminating people everywhere are giving the kitchen and bath starring roles in their homes. Kitchens are no longer just cooking spaces, they're gathering places. Baths are not just function-oriented, but places of practical luxury. Redesigning either or both not only greatly enhances your enjoyment of your home, but also adds to its value as well.
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Our commercial department consists of qualified, supervisors, project managers, and ample field crews. We do commercial design and build work, including both new construction and renovation projects. We can get someone out as soon as possible, often within the hour. Our goal is to resolve the problem quickly and keep your organization operational.
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If there's a plumbing problem in your home, we'll fix it. There's a long list of things that can go wrong in any home-leaky toilets, hot water heaters that don't work, clogged pipes, septic problems, low water pressure, extreme water pressure. We've seen just about everything and know how to fix it all. Our repair team is available and ready to serve your needs.
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Cali Chula
Jun 20, 2022
We called this company because a friend referred us. They couldn't help out situation but referred me to someone who could. Tonkin employee was helpful, professional and arrived early. Was grateful for his knowledge and I will use them in the future for my plumbing needs.
Anne Bradley
Mar 22, 2022
Reliable and amazing work! We had a water softener installed that had to run fromm outside into our garage across our front walkway.you would NEVER know they had even been there!
Alfredo Delgado
Mar 06, 2022
They know what they are doing. Friendly and clean. On time and fair with prices. If you are in Riverside or Redlands I would definitely call Tonkin Plumbing
William B.
Nov 11, 2021
I have a business in downtown Riverside. We had our toilets backing up and overflowing. I called Tonkin at 7:30am and they had a service provider to my office before 8am. They rooted out my drain pipe and were finished by 8:30am. Toilet problem handled. They were amazingly fast and efficient. Tonkin Plumbing absolutely gets 5 stars from me. Bill Bratton
Mike R.
Aug 26, 2021
Great customer service. Best plumbing company in Riverside. Thanks to you Roy for getting the repair done quickly.
C. R.
Aug 25, 2021
If there were 6 stars.they'd get it. We had a gas leak and subsequently the gas company turned off our gas. We called another company and said we needed them to come test the lines to find the leak. Not only did this other company not bring the pressure thingy (that's the proper term, you know) but they took less than 5 minutes to "look" and tell us where they thought the leak was and it would be over $8,000 to fix it! Hmm? Decided to get a second opinion and called Tonkin (the FIRST PLACE WE SHOULD HAVE CALLED).

I don't have enough words to tell you how great, professional and honest this company is. Not only did they work their rear-ends off to find the leak (oh.there were several. NONE of which were anywhere near where the first guy said it was. Can you imagine? We would have spent $8000 and we still would have had a leak!) but these guys actually cared that we were without gas and really wanted to help find that leak. We saved over $6,000 and actually got the leaks fixed! I can't thank or recommend Tonkin Plumbing enough!
Alice B.
Aug 12, 2021
The garbage disposal went out on a rental house in Riverside. I bought a new garbage disposal then read yelp reviews and called Tonkin Plumbing yesterday. I was quoted a reasonable price for installation, so I scheduled the replacement for 8am this morning. Mathew went out as scheduled and replaced my garbage disposal in a professional manner. They charged me what was quoted and my tenants are happy and so am I. I will call them again if I need plumbing service in Riverside. Thanks Tonkin!
Danica H.
May 19, 2021
Response time was super quick, friendly and professional plumbers, fair pricing and happy with the repair. Will def use in the future if any more plumbing repair work is needed!
Tim Gray
Apr 27, 2021
I have had these guys work on a couple of projects for me, commercial and residential. They are attention to detail and get the job done right. They take great pride in all they have done for me and I would recommend them to anyone that would need plumbing work. Top Notch!
Wesley H.
Feb 26, 2021
Great company and great process. Came out to quote, very reasonable and had the work scheduled shortly after. They took care of everything we needed and even were so kind as to respond to an emergency issue of mine. They were very patient with me even when I acted like an a-hole. Good people and will def call them again in the future.
Daniel Malak
Oct 23, 2020
On time, knowledgeable, and friendly. Can't ask more than that when your house has a plumbing issue.
Mallory N.
Sep 18, 2020
The toilet in our master bath started leaking, and my husband found a bolt completely rusted (pulled straight out without even unscrewing, yikes)! We called Tonkin Plumbing and they were able to get us taken care of the very next morning. Brett arrived on time, was friendly and kept me informed about what he was doing, and was quick & efficient. He replaced the nasty bolt & used a thicker wax to help prevent leaking (learned something new today).

In addition to their friendly and timely service, the price was very fair! We will not hesitate to call Tonkin Plumbing for any future needs, and will be recommending them to anyone who needs their services!
Michelle Favela
Jul 11, 2020
Mike, from Tonkin Plumbing got the job done! I had a backed up line and Mike, got it cleared. Reasonably priced and quality work. I am a satisfied customer!
H. C.
Jun 11, 2020
Contacted Tonkin Plumbing, Terry sent his 2 man crew Nelson and Caleb to access a new water main job! Price was very reasonable, and the quality of work was above all the best, had the job done within 2 days, thanks Tonkin Plumbing
Susan Jarvis
Jun 04, 2020
Mike was quick, professional, and knowledgeable. Mike knew right away what the problem was. Had it fixed in less than 2 hours.
Steven Harbauer
May 24, 2020
Competent plumbers who don't try to sell you a program when all you want is your sink unclogged.
George B.
Dec 27, 2019
They installed 3 toilets and my house and have done various plumbing repairs. They also did the plumbing work on a remodel I did a few years ago. They are very professional, courteous and highly skilled.
Ray R.
Dec 24, 2019
Scott has an amazing amount of experience and was very helpful on giving some tips on changes to improve the sewer system at a multi family unit. Their camera operation and location of where the pipe runs was A+. Never, ever, guess where you think a sewer pipe runs, have it located. For the 2nd time, I was surprised on the location of a sewer line, luckily both times I had it located.

He was also very nice and suggested where I could buy a part for a 5" clay pipe to install a clean out, 5" is an oddball size that the usual plumbing suppliers do not carry in stock. Their hydrojet I would classify as a medium size, and it's good for what it is. The advantage is cost, compared to the towed units. I learned a lot working with them, they were on time, and very professional. Plumbing is one of these areas, where you are constantly learning.
Marilyn Wickham
Dec 09, 2019
My appointment was between 10 and 12 they arrive close to 12 however they were not prepared to do the job and had to go to lunch to wait for parts to arrive, once they returned the job was completed and done well, however I would not use them again because I was overcharged for what they did.
Tina Maskew
Dec 08, 2019
Tonkin Plumbing is the gold standard in local plumbing. Matthew came out to my old house and got right to work clearing the super mega clogged drain. He also gave a few tips on how to keep the lines clean. Fast. Efficient. Fair price.
Tony S.
Oct 04, 2019
Tonkin Plumbing reimagined our master shower. They did very professional, clean and tidy work. Their employees were great and would always cover our carpets and discuss options. Couldn't have asked for a better job. Well done Tonkin Plumbing.
Marcia S.
Sep 11, 2019
Responded to our call quickly, explained what could be done, fixed a few nagging problems we hadn't even called about. Very pleased and will use again!
Monica D.
Jul 27, 2019
Tonkin Plumbing did outstanding work and was fast to respond to our call. We can't recommend them enough and will always return to them for any plumbing issues. They are professional, hardworking, honest, and skilled. I can't ask for more than that! Five stars!
Laura V.
Jan 29, 2019
Sunday my gas hotwater heater went out. I left a message with Tonkin Plumbing on Sunday nite. Monday morning I get a call from them and was told a serviceman would be out today between the hours of 12 noon and 2p.m. Wow! I was impressed. Then at 12 noon the serviceman arrived and in two hours it was replaced and the new water heater was running. The installation looked great.

When the serviceman left it the clean up was immaculate. In the past two years I have had Tonkin do the plumbing in the both my bathrooms and laundry room. Always professional and their prices are very honest and fair.
Pixie H.
Jan 29, 2019
Unfortunately we have had many home/yard water leaks in the last several years and Tonkins Plumbing has been AMAZING. Available, efficient, personable, knowledgeable, fun and affordable. Love 'em! Thank you! Pixie & Rob Hartman
Yolanda G.
Jan 25, 2019
I would highly recommend Tonkin Plumbing. I mainly communicated with Kevin about my plumbing issue but the other Tokin Plumbing staff was just as helpful and professional. They were efficient and I will definitely call them again if I have any other plumbing needs.
Travis N. G.
Jan 14, 2019
Tonkin comes through for us again. Had serious tub leak and tenants were ready to move in. Mike came out and replaced all broken pipes and new parts for tub. Fair price. Good job Tonkin
David S.
Sep 25, 2018
I'm always hesitant to call a plumber because it seems like I always pick someone who's skills don't match their prices. Horrible experiences. We had a copper water pipe fitting break and needed the pipe capped and repaired. I was already going to deal with the high cost of water damage to my wood floors, and I was not looking forward to calling a plumber.

I called Roy, who was our contractor eleven years ago. He built our addition and works for Tonkin these days. Roy is always pleasant and does quality work. Roy got right to it and the price was fair, not inflated. I have a few minor plumbing jobs that I've put off that I could live with, all due to avoiding plumber involvement. I think I'm ready to start a check list for all of those put off jobs to be completed on my house. I am very pleased.
Hinton
May 07, 2017
Tonkin Plumbing - Quick response - honored their quote. Very reasonable. When the workers arrived on time - they were very hard working and respectful. Great job! We have finally found a friendly, reliable, reasonable and awesome Plumber in the Riverside area. Would recommend them to anyone looking for some work to be done.
Allison F.
Nov 05, 2016
We had called a few plumbers to bid a new outdoor gas line at our house. The project was simple, but Tonkin Plumbing had the most reasonable price for a knowledgeable crew. We wanted our job done professionally and to code and that's exactly what was delivered. Furthermore, when it was discovered that a valve they installed was oriented in a direction that would interfere with the rest of the project, the company had a plumber stop by and spend a few minutes rotating the valve out of the way. We are very pleased with their work, professionalism, and value, and would definitely recommend Tonkin Plumbing to anyone looking for plumbing services!
Christopher M.
Oct 18, 2016
I can not in any way recommend Tonkin Plumbing. I scheduled an appointment in advance in order to get time off from work to be home for a complex multi-hour drainage repair. The plumber Scott failed to show up at the appointed time. No one from Tonkin Plumbing contacted me concerning the missed appointment. Hours after the scheduled appointed time, Scott finally showed up at my door saying that he was diverted to another job.

At no time did anyone from Tonkin plumbing, nor Scott, contact me to tell me that he would be hours late. Upon arriving Scott stated that he would do a partial job today and come back and complete the rest of the job on another day (how nice of them to rob me of another day's pay as part of their solution for missing the original appointment).

The whole point was to get the job done on a single day due to the job's complexity and the time required to complete a proper job. Now, miraculously, the job had turned into a simpler job. For a complete lack of respect for a customers time and for failing to have basic of customer service skills, I rate Tonkin Plumbing 2 out of 5 stars.
Kenne
Jun 25, 2016
I have used Tonkin Plumbing several times over the past 10 years for major remodel projects at my home as well as simple drain clean outs. Every time they have delivered on their commitments with top quality results. In addition, they take great care to keep the work area clean and minimize any mess, cleaning up so you would not know they were ever there.
Tim Flock
May 17, 2016
The Best Plumbers of Riverside California, they'll even venture into San Berdoo.
Gary Sakamoto
Jan 05, 2016
Office staff was very helpful. The plumber, Scott, was polite and competent. The repairs were completed quickly and the cost was very reasonable. Definitely would recommend Tonkin Plumbing to others.
Gary Sakamoto
Dec 08, 2015
Office staff was very helpful. The plumber, Scott, was polite and competent. The repairs were completed quickly and the cost was very reasonable. Definitely would recommend Tonkin Plumbing to others.
Blair Martin
Mar 01, 2014
I needed a short scrap of 2 copper for a little project at home. The owner met me at the door with a smile and his worker gave me what I need at no charge. These guys are awesome.
Paul B.
Apr 06, 2013
I have used the services of Tonkin Plumbing on several occasions. They have always been prompt, courteous, and professional. The work was completed quickly and the areas were left clean. I would not hesitate to highly recommend Tonkin Plumbing to anyone who wants quality work done in their homes.
Paul B.
Oct 12, 2012
I have used the services of Tonkin Plumbing on several occasions. They have always been prompt, courteous, and professional. The work was completed quickly and the areas were left clean. I would not hesitate to highly recommend Tonkin Plumbing to anyone who wants quality work done in their homes.