Kratzer Plumbing — Reliable Local Plumber in Los Altos

Business Overview

Kratzer Plumbing Los Altos CA is a licensed plumbing service founded from a long-standing local trade business. The company focuses on residential work and small commercial jobs on the Peninsula. It is run by a single, experienced plumber who handles most jobs personally to keep workmanship consistent.

Emergency repairs are available for urgent leaks and sewer backups; customers are asked to call to confirm after-hours response. Regular hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekend visits are by prior arrangement only.

Key Services

Work is practical and straightforward. Services include:

• Drain & sewer: drain repair, sewer repair, sewer installation.
• Gas systems: gas line installation and gas line repair.
• Water systems: water heater installation, water pipe repair, plumbing installation or replacement.
• Fixtures & inspections: toilet installation, plumbing inspection, general plumbing repair.

Projects range from small fixes to full replacements. Each job starts with a plain explanation of the issue and the available options.

Areas Served

Kratzer Plumbing serves homes across the Bay Area Peninsula and nearby communities, including Fremont, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Redwood City, Mountain View, Union City, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Newark, Campbell, Menlo Park, Saratoga, Los Altos, Burlingame, San Carlos, East Palo Alto, Belmont, North Fair Oaks, Stanford, Hillsborough, Los Altos Hills, Atherton, Woodside, Emerald Lake Hills, Portola Valley, West Menlo Park, Loyola, Las Lomas, La Honda, and Diablo Grande.

Company History

The business began as Abco in Belmont in 1986. In 2005 Lee Kratzer bought that business and merged it under the Kratzer Plumbing name. Lee grew up in Los Altos and has worked in trades since the early 1980s. He moved from field technician to general manager before opening his own shop in 2005.

Over the years the business stayed small by choice. Work is delivered by skilled craft rather than a large crew. Customers often see consistent faces on repeat calls.

Leadership

Lee Kratzer runs the company as owner and sole employee. He has decades of hands-on experience in plumbing and gas work. Lee teaches his children trade skills and a strong work ethic; it is not unusual to find a family member helping on a job site.

Lee is an active local resident who cares about clean waterways. He is a surfer and supports practices that protect the coast and local creeks.

Specialties & Highlights

• Long local history on the Peninsula with practical, experience-driven repairs.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for problems that stump others.
• Gas line and water heater work handled with proper permits and safety steps.
• Clear, simple communication and straightforward pricing.

Why Locals Choose Kratzer Plumbing Los Altos CA

Residents pick Kratzer Plumbing Los Altos CA for steady, dependable service and a hands-on approach. The owner’s long time in the area, practical experience, and attention to local plumbing systems make the business a good fit for older Peninsula homes and modern builds alike.

Contact Kratzer Plumbing for an honest assessment, careful repairs, and plumbing work done with local know-how.