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 2026 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.
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Southern
Mill Valley – Sausalito – Tiburon
Central
Corte Madera – Fairfax – Greenbrae – Kentfield – Larkspur – Ross – San Anselmo – San Rafael
Northern
Novato
West
Bolinas – Forest Knolls – Inverness – Lagunitas – Marshall – Nicasio – Point Reyes – Stinson Beach – Tamales – Woodacre
Southern Marin
Burkell Plumbing
Sausalito
This third-generation family business has been going steady since 1945. It’s 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, it’s a certified Green Plumber, ensuring that it’s 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 & Sewer Service
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. It offers 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 its reliability, friendliness and intricate knowledge of Marin County specific water and plumbing needs.
15 Woodland Ave, 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 its mission statement being to take care of customers first and foremost. It goes above and beyond all the most up-to-date industry standards and ensures all its technicians have done the PHCC Apprenticeship training program.
21 Lovell Ave, San Rafael, 415.634.0028
Northern Marin
Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Novato
Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical has served homeowners and businesses throughout the Bay Area for over four decades. There’s an office in Novato, making its services accessible to Marin locals.
86 Hamilton Dr, Ste A, Novato, 415.460.1264
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Novato
This nationwide company is renowned across the USA for its quality repairs, easy to understand pricing and most of all, its punctuality. With its famous slogan, “If there’s any delay, it’s you we pay!” Benjamin Franklin makes a commitment to ensuring that you don’t have to wait around.
22 Digital Dr, Novato, 415.821.4357
Peter Levi Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Drains
Novato
With a location in Novato, Peter Levi really can do it all, whether that be with HVAC systems and A/C, to fixing your sewer and drain needs. It’s been around for over 30 years, meaning it’s got the expertise to support the wide range of services.
24 Digital Dr, Ste 1, Novato, 415.862.8961
Marin Roto-Rooter
Novato
For six decades and between three generations, the Calegari family 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. It also supports community partners like the Center for Domestic Peace and the Marin Humane Society, among others.
885 Olive Ave, Ste D, Novato, 415.898.2700
Serves Marin
Mason Plumbing
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. It serves all of Marin County and can dash to wherever you may be with impressive speed.
Ongaro & Sons
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, upholding the same quality and reliability it’s always been known for.
West Coast Plumbing
West Coast Plumbing provides expert plumbing services specializing in water heater maintenance, drain cleaning and whole-home repiping. Its plumbers deliver reliable, professional care and 24/7 emergency support.
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