If you’ve got a leaky faucet, you’re going to need a plumber A.S.A.P. If you need someone to help install an HVAC system, you might also need a plumber. Issues with your heating system?
You guessed it — plumber! The 2025 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Ongaro & Sons (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Handyman & Plumber picks see below.
Our 2025 Home & Design category sponsor is SDI Insulation and SDI Fireplaces. View the rest of the Home & Design category here.
We’ve broken it down by region: Southern, Central and Northern Marin.
Southern Marin
Burkell Plumbing
Sausalito
This third generation family business has been going steady since 1945. They’ve got skills across the board, from plumbing to heating to air filtration, in both public and commercial areas. As an added bonus for the environmentally conscious, they’re a certified Green Plumber, ensuring that they’re up-to-date on all the most energy efficient options on the market.
2000 Bridgeway, Sausalito, 415.332.3091
Central Marin
Amesos Plumbing
San Rafael
For over 35 years, Amesos Plumbing has functioned as a family-owned and operated company in Marin County, providing competitive rates and quality plumbing services to local homes and businesses throughout the county. From water heater repairs and replacement to the worst clogged toilets and drains, Amesos’ team of experts has more than 70 years of combined experience to bring to your property.
1525 Francisco Blvd E Ste 10, San Rafael, 415.457.6363
Dan’s Plumbing
San Rafael
Founded in 2013 by Marin County local and longtime plumbing expert Dan Dupirak, Dan’s Plumbing is a proud family-owned business committed to serving the community. They offer a full range of plumbing services, from drain cleaning and faucet installation to gas line work and water heater repair and replacement. Dan’s Plumbing is also known for their reliability, friendliness and intricate knowledge of Marin County specific water and plumbing needs.
15 Woodland Avenue Ste B, San Rafael, 415.462.5858
Gotelli Plumbing Company
San Rafael
Founder William Gotelli started practicing plumbing in Marin in 1958 and opened his own plumbing company in 1985. It’s been family-owned ever since, with their mission statement being to take care of customers first and foremost. They go above and beyond all the most up-to-date industry standards and ensure all their technicians have done the PHCC Apprenticeship training program.
21 Lovell Ave, San Rafael, 415.360.7629
Mason Plumbing
San Anselmo
Mason Plumbing is a true mom-and-pop company, dedicated to treating people fairly and building long-lasting relationships with both customers and the community. They serve all of Marin County and can dash to wherever you may be with impressive speed.
Ongaro & Sons
San Anselmo
Ongaro & Sons dates back to when it was founded in 1932 by Ernest V. Ongaro. The name lives on today with the family’s third and fourth generations
11 Ross Ave, San Anselmo, 415.523.3755
Northern Marin
Benjamin Franklin
Novato
This nationwide company is renowned across the USA for their quality repairs, easy to understand pricing and most of all, their punctuality. With their famous slogan; “If there’s any delay, it’s you we pay!” they make a commitment to ensuring that you don’t have to stand around tapping your feet waiting.
22 Digital Dr, Ste 1, Novato, 415.821.4357
Roto-Rooter
For six decades and three generations, the Calegari has been plumbing for homes around Marin. If a pipe bursts in the middle of the night, Roto-Rooter’s 24/7 plumbing solutions are available to save the day. They also support community partners like the Center for Domestic Peace and the Marin Humane Society, among others. As they like to say; “We’re more than plumbers, we’re family.”
Miscellaneous Locations
West Coast Plumbing
Santa Rosa (serving Marin)
West Coast Plumbing provides expert plumbing services specializing in water heater maintenance, drain cleaning, and whole-home repiping. Their plumbers deliver reliable, professional care and 24/7 emergency support.
Home & Design Sponsor
SDI Insulation & SDI Fireplaces
Proudly family-owned and operated since 1977, SDI Insulation and SDI Fireplaces are full-service insulation, fireplace, and home performance contractors. Energy efficiency is their passion, and they strive to stay at the forefront of advancements in sustainable building technology, codes, and building science. They are dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs; their project managers will assist you in finding the best solution for your project and budget.
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