The Plumbing Doc - Bakersfield, CA

Business Overview

The Plumbing Doc Bakersfield CA is a licensed plumbing contractor serving residential and commercial customers across Kern County. They operate with fully stocked service trucks, state-of-the-art dispatch technology, and staff trained to respond to routine work and complex problems. Emergency service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and technicians arrive ready to diagnose and repair most issues on the first visit.

Key Services

The Plumbing Doc focuses on hands-on plumbing work for homes, apartments, and businesses. Main service groups include:

• General plumbing: plumbing inspection, repair, installation, and replacement for sinks, toilets, faucets, showers, and bathtubs.
• Water systems: water heater installation and repair, hot water recirculation pump services, sump pump installation and repair, and water pipe work.
• Drains & sewers: drain installation and repair, sewer installation and repair, and garbage disposal service.
• Septic services: septic system inspection, cleaning, installation, and repair.
• Gas & lines: gas line installation and repair for appliances and water heaters.

Areas Served

The Plumbing Doc Bakersfield CA serves Bakersfield and many nearby communities, including Oildale, Wasco, Arvin, Shafter, Rosedale, Lamont, Tehachapi, Taft, Golden Hills, Bear Valley Springs, Ford City, Lake Isabella, Poplar Cotton Center, Stallion Springs, Weldon, Weedpatch, Wofford Heights, Bodfish, Woodville, Searles Valley, Buttonwillow, East Niles, East Bakersfield, Potomac Park, Benton Park, Rexland Acres, Old Stine, Squirrel Mountain Valley, and Stebbins.

Company History

The Plumbing Doc began in 2004 with two trucks and basic tools. Over time the business grew through repeat customers and word of mouth. The company invested in computerized dispatching and training, and now maintains a warehouse and a team of service representatives and technicians. Trucks are stocked to handle emergency calls anytime, and the company offers extended warranties on workmanship and materials.

Leadership

Owner Rick Clemmons started The Plumbing Doc after a long career that includes service in the U.S. Air Force and work with Kern County fire crews. Rick trained in heavy equipment operation, diesel mechanics, and welding before moving into plumbing. He has more than 30 years of plumbing experience and stays active in the Bakersfield community. Local contractors sometimes call The Plumbing Doc Bakersfield CA for help with technical or tricky jobs.

Specialties & Highlights

• 24/7 emergency response with fully stocked trucks and quick dispatching.
• Experience across residential and commercial plumbing, including septic systems and gas lines.
• Extended warranties on parts and labor, reflecting confidence in workmanship.
• Owner-operated oversight with decades of construction and service experience.
• Comfortable working in Central Valley conditions—hot summers, older housing stock, and agricultural or oilfield properties.

Why Locals Choose The Plumbing Doc

Residents and business owners in Bakersfield lean on The Plumbing Doc for practical problem solving and dependable service. The team is familiar with local building types and climate-driven issues like scale in hot water systems. Response times and on-site readiness are a frequent reason callers return. The Plumbing Doc Bakersfield CA combines hands-on experience, community roots, and clear communication when fixing plumbing problems.

Contact information and hours are available through local directories; technicians are available 24/7 for urgent leaks, water heater failures, and septic problems.