For more than 3 decades, the professionals at Tonkin Plumbing, Inc. have provided Riverside, Corona and the Inland Empire with superior plumbing expertise and timely service. We are a company that cares about the environment including water preservation, conservation and irrigation issues. Call us to learn more about what we can do to address these important concerns.
We can survey your system to inform you where you maybe able to save water and energy. When it comes to getting the job done right, no one compares to Tonkin Plumbing. Our dedication to customer service and drive to do the job without cutting corners, has made us the premier plumbing company in all of greater Riverside California.
Whether you need residential or commercial plumbing needs, call Tonkin Plumbing today and we will rush right over. For over two decades, the people in the city of Riverside CA have trusted us with all of their plumbing needs. From simple fixes to total re-piping, we have the expertise and knowledgeable staff to solve any problem.
We can survey your system to inform you where you maybe able to save water and energy. When it comes to getting the job done right, no one compares to Tonkin Plumbing. Our dedication to customer service and drive to do the job without cutting corners, has made us the premier plumbing company in all of greater Riverside California.
Whether you need residential or commercial plumbing needs, call Tonkin Plumbing today and we will rush right over. For over two decades, the people in the city of Riverside CA have trusted us with all of their plumbing needs. From simple fixes to total re-piping, we have the expertise and knowledgeable staff to solve any problem.
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Tonkin Plumbing's roots were originally from New Zealand. Both Phillip Tonkin and Terry Swney finished their five year apprenticeships under the same mentor and company in the small town of Matamata, or better now known as Hobbiton. Over 40 years ago Phillip moved to California and worked for a small plumbing company in Moreno Valley - Rancho Plumbing.
With over 40 years on the tools, you'll still see Terry both out in the field working with his crew and in the office. Terry has excellent knowledge on all aspects of the plumbing industry in both residential and commercial. Roy came to Tonkin Plumbing back in 2017 with an extended knowledge in both the plumbing field and general construction for over 35 years.
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 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.
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.
Reviews (24)
William B.
Nov 11, 2021
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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.
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C. R.
Aug 25, 2021
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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
Alice B.
Aug 12, 2021
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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!
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
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Tim Gray
Apr 27, 2021
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Wesley H.
Feb 26, 2021
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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
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Mallory N.
Sep 18, 2020
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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,
Michelle Favela
Jul 11, 2020
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H. C.
Jun 11, 2020
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Susan Jarvis
Jun 04, 2020
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Ray R.
Dec 24, 2019
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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
Tina Maskew
Dec 08, 2019
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Tony S.
Oct 04, 2019
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Marcia S.
Sep 11, 2019
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Laura V.
Jan 29, 2019
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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
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
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Yolanda G.
Jan 25, 2019
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Travis N. G.
Jan 14, 2019
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David S.
Sep 25, 2018
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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.
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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.
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Christopher M.
Oct 18, 2016
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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
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
Jennifer G.
Oct 14, 2016
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Today is the 2nd time we've had Tonkin come out. We are able to get a live person during business hours, reasonable appointments (not weeks out & they check if you have an emergency first thing & save slots for ASAP issues). We've had appts within 2-3 days each time.
Initially we needed to move washer & dryer into the garage from the kitchen so we needed new gas & water lines along with some concrete removed. They showed up right on time. This job was very efficient, clean & they showed us exactly what they'd do, why and worked with what we wanted.
2nd visit
Initially we needed to move washer & dryer into the garage from the kitchen so we needed new gas & water lines along with some concrete removed. They showed up right on time. This job was very efficient, clean & they showed us exactly what they'd do, why and worked with what we wanted.
2nd visit
Gary Sakamoto
Oct 26, 2015
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Paul B.
Jun 28, 2012
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