Trusted Kitchen Plumber in Long Beach, CA
Sink, disposal, and water line service for Long Beach kitchens, done right the first time.
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Signs your kitchen plumbing needs attention
- A garbage disposal that hums but will not spin, jams repeatedly, or leaks from the bottom
- A kitchen faucet that drips, has weak flow, or is hard to turn
- A sink that drains slowly or gurgles, often from grease and food buildup in the trap or branch line
- Standing water under the sink after running the dishwasher, usually from a failed air gap or a loose drain connection
- A refrigerator or ice maker water line that leaks or has stopped supplying water
- A persistent odor from the sink drain even after the disposal has been run and cleaned
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How we diagnose and fix a kitchen plumbing problem
We start by running the fixture and watching where the problem actually shows up, since a slow drain, a disposal that will not spin, and a leaking dishwasher connection each point to a different part of the system. For a disposal, we check for a jam before assuming the motor has failed, since a jammed impeller is a five-minute fix and a burned-out motor is a replacement. For a clogged drain, we clear the trap and branch line rather than reaching for chemical drain cleaner, which can damage older pipe and does not address grease buildup further down the line. For a leaking dishwasher connection, we confirm the air gap or high loop is installed and functioning correctly before assuming the dishwasher itself is at fault.
What affects the cost of a kitchen plumbing repair
- Whether the job is a contained fixture repair, such as a faucet cartridge or disposal swap, or a larger job like a full drain line replacement
- The disposal’s horsepower and mounting style, which affects installation time when a unit is being replaced rather than repaired
- How much grease and buildup has accumulated in the drain line, which affects whether a simple clearing or a full line cleaning is needed
- Whether a new water line needs to be run for a refrigerator or ice maker that did not previously have one
We give you a firm price once a technician has looked at your specific kitchen and identified which of these apply.
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Why Long Beach homeowners choose Mullen Plumbing for kitchen plumbing
- Licensed California plumbing contractor, C-36 #1016611
- Upfront pricing given before any repair or installation begins
- Disposal and dishwasher connection work performed to current California Plumbing Code requirements
- A member of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and the Signal Hill Chamber of Commerce
- Brand trained on the fixture and appliance connections common in this market, including Delta, Moen, Kohler, and Bradford White
Long Beach customer Akilah Johnson called Mullen Plumbing about a clogged kitchen sink on the garbage disposal side of her apartment unit. In her words: “Michael C. was great. He came into the apt. Very professional, with a smile, to repair the clogged sink on the garbage disposal side. He completed the job and left with a smile. I appreciate that kind of service. Even though I live in an apt complex, I will remember the service received. Thanks to Michael and Mullen.” A clogged disposal line does not become a lower priority job just because the address is a rental. Read this review on Google
Mullen Plumbing proudly offers a range of kitchen plumbing services in Long Beach, CA, ensuring your kitchen remains fully functional.
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California code context for kitchen plumbing
Kitchen plumbing in California is governed by the California Plumbing Code, Title 24, Part 5, which the state’s Building Standards Commission adopts and amends from the Uniform Plumbing Code. One requirement that comes up constantly in kitchen work is backflow protection for dishwashers: a dishwasher’s discharge line must connect to the drain system through an approved air gap rather than a direct connection, so wastewater in the drain cannot siphon back into the dishwasher and the dishes inside it (2025). We install and repair dishwasher connections to meet this requirement on every job, whether the job is a simple repair or a full kitchen remodel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can you fix a clogged garbage disposal?
Most garbage disposal jams are a same-day fix, since clearing a jammed impeller or resetting a tripped unit takes only a few minutes once a technician is on site. If the motor itself has failed, we quote a replacement on the same visit rather than requiring a second appointment just to give you a price. Either way, we aim to get your kitchen sink back in service the day you call.
Why does my kitchen sink drain slowly even after I run the disposal?
A slow kitchen drain even after running the disposal usually means grease and food particles have built up further down the branch line than the disposal reaches. Running the disposal clears what is directly under the sink but does not clear the pipe beyond it. We clear the full branch line rather than just the area around the disposal so the slow drain does not come right back.
Do you install new garbage disposals, or only repair existing ones?
We do both. If your current disposal has a jam or a tripped reset, we repair it. If the motor has failed, the housing is cracked, or you simply want a more powerful unit than what is currently installed, we install a new disposal sized correctly for your kitchen’s plumbing and usage.
Is a dishwasher air gap actually required in California?
Yes. The California Plumbing Code requires a dishwasher to discharge through an approved air gap rather than a direct connection to the drain, unlike some other states where a high loop alone is accepted. We install and correct dishwasher connections to meet this requirement, whether the issue you called about is the dishwasher or something else in the kitchen.
How much does kitchen plumbing repair cost?
Cost depends on whether the job is a contained repair, such as a disposal jam or a faucet cartridge, or a larger job like a full drain line clearing or a new appliance water line. We give you a firm price after a technician looks at your specific kitchen and before any work begins.
Can you add a water line for a new refrigerator or ice maker?
Yes, we run new water lines for refrigerators and ice makers that did not previously have one, as well as repair or replace an existing line that has started leaking. We confirm the connection point and route with you before any work begins so there are no surprises about where a new line will run.
Schedule Kitchen Plumbing Service
Don’t let a jammed disposal or a slow kitchen drain turn into a bigger repair. Contact Mullen Plumbing to schedule kitchen plumbing service in Long Beach. If your issue involves a specific faucet or fixture rather than the kitchen as a whole, see our fixture repair page, and for a dedicated look at disposal problems, see our garbage disposal repair page. If you have both a kitchen and a bathroom issue, our bathroom plumbing team can handle both in one visit.
