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A leaking faucet is a quick fix. A gas line, a sewer lateral or a whole-house repipe is a different kind of job, with permits, inspections and real safety consequences. On NorTech, plumbing work that needs a license is booked only with an independent contractor whose California C-36 plumbing license we have verified.

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Work that needs a licensed plumber

Whole-home repiping

Gas line installation and repair

Sewer line repair and replacement

Earthquake gas shut-off valve installation

Main-line and permitted plumbing work

Anything that needs a plumbing permit or inspection

The license, and how we check it

California class C-36: Plumbing Contractor

California plumbing contractors hold a C-36 license. Any license number can be looked up on the state licensing board website, and we check status and expiry before a contractor can take licensed plumbing work.

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Smaller jobs and bigger jobs

Everyday plumbing repairs, such as a dripping tap, a running toilet or a clogged drain, are handled as smaller jobs under the California handyman exemption: under $1,000 in total, with no permit needed. Gas, sewer, main-line and permitted work always goes to a licensed plumber.

Smaller plumbing jobs: Faucet Repair & Replacement, Toilet Repair, Installation & Upgrades, Garbage Disposal Repair, Installation & Replacement, Showerhead & Shower Valve, Under-Sink & Supply Line Repair, Bathroom & Kitchen Caulking, Water Heater Repair, Installation & Maintenance, Drain Cleaning & Clog Clearing.

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Whole-Home Repipe

Full repiping for aging or failing plumbing — main-line and whole-house work, booked with a verified C-36 plumber you choose.

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Gas Line Installation & Repair

Gas line work — always requires a verified C-36 licensed plumber, matching NorTech's own always-licensed standard for gas line work.

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Sewer Line Repair & Replacement

A damaged section spot-repaired trenchlessly, or the full main line replaced — always a verified C-36 licensed plumber, matching NorTech's own always-licensed standard for main-line plumbing work.

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Earthquake Gas Shut-Off Valve & Water Heater Strapping

An automatic seismic gas shut-off valve installed by a licensed plumber, with the water heater strapped to the wall.

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Frequently asked

Hiring a licensed plumber: common questions

For gas lines, sewer and main-line work, repiping, and anything that needs a permit. For small repairs under $1,000 with no permit, a handyman-exemption provider can help, and the booking tells you which applies.

Yes. Gas line installation and repair is on our always-licensed list and is booked only with a verified C-36 plumber, whatever the price.

C-36 is the California contractor license class for plumbing. Holders pass the state trade and law exams and carry the required bond.

If the work needs one, permit and inspection handling is part of the scope your licensed contractor confirms with you before you book.

Covered workmanship is backed by a warranty window, and your contractor makes covered work right at no charge. The window for each service is on its page.

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