Trusted by San Fernando Valley Homeowners & Businesses for 20+ Years
Homeowners and landlords searching for a plumber in the San Fernando Valley are dealing with one of the most geographically spread-out service areas in Los Angeles County, stretching from Studio City and Valley Village near the Hollywood Hills all the way out to Chatsworth, Granada Hills, and Woodland Hills at the Valley's western edge. ServiStar Plumbing and HVAC is headquartered right in the middle of it, at 13351 Riverside Drive in Sherman Oaks, which means a technician is rarely far from a Reseda drain call, a Northridge water heater job, or a Van Nuys AC repair.
One of only 4 plumbing companies in Los Angeles honored as an LA Legacy Business.
- Family-owned & operated
Sherman Oaks & Simi Valley - 20+ years serving LA County
Plumbing & HVAC under one roof - Licensed, bonded & insured
CA Lic #885156 - 4.8★ from 144 Google reviews
Rated by your neighbors
ServiStar Plumbing and HVAC serves the entire San Fernando Valley, from Sherman Oaks and Studio City to Chatsworth and Granada Hills, handling both plumbing and HVAC under one roof. The Valley's wide spread of postwar tract homes and aging sewer laterals makes camera diagnostics and trenchless repair especially common here. Call (818) 873-0613.
Why Postwar Tract Homes Drive So Many Valley Service Calls
The San Fernando Valley boomed after World War II, and the evidence is still visible in neighborhood after neighborhood. Reseda, Northridge, Van Nuys, and North Hollywood are filled with single-story tract homes built in the late 1940s through the 1960s, many of them still on their original galvanized steel supply lines and clay or Orangeburg sewer laterals. Those materials were perfectly adequate for their era, but galvanized pipe corrodes from the inside out over decades, gradually restricting water pressure and eventually failing. Clay sewer pipe, meanwhile, is brittle and prone to root intrusion, especially under the mature trees that line streets in Encino, Tarzana, and Granada Hills. When ServiStar gets a call about low water pressure in a Reseda bungalow or a slow drain in a North Hollywood rental, the age of the home is always part of the diagnostic conversation. Understanding what was installed and when helps a technician explain the options honestly, without pushing a repair that only delays a larger problem. Call (818) 873-0613 to talk through what your home's age might mean for its plumbing.
- ✓Galvanized supply lines common in homes built before 1970
- ✓Clay and Orangeburg sewer laterals still present in older Valley tracts
- ✓Root intrusion frequent under mature street trees in Encino and Granada Hills
- ✓Corroded galvanized pipe restricts pressure before it fully fails
- ✓Repiping assessments available for homes showing chronic pressure or rust issues
- ✓Camera inspection confirms pipe condition before any sewer work is recommended
How Valley Geography Affects Sewer and Drain Work
The San Fernando Valley floor is largely flat, which sounds like it would make sewer work straightforward. In practice, flat terrain means sewer laterals depend entirely on a consistent downward grade to move waste toward the main. When soil shifts, tree roots intrude, or a lateral sags over decades, that grade is compromised and backups follow. The hillside communities are a different story: homes in the hills above Studio City, the elevated streets of Chatsworth near the rocky terrain of the Santa Susana Mountains, and the canyon-adjacent properties in Woodland Hills all deal with steeper grades, longer lateral runs, and in some cases, private sewer easements that cross neighboring parcels. ServiStar runs a camera down the line before recommending any sewer repair, whether the home is on the Valley floor in Van Nuys or up a winding street above Mulholland Drive. That footage tells the technician exactly where the problem is, what caused it, and whether trenchless repair is a realistic option, so the homeowner can make an informed decision. Call (818) 873-0613 if you are dealing with recurring backups or slow drains anywhere in the Valley.
- ✓Flat Valley floor relies on precise lateral grade, which can shift over time
- ✓Hillside homes above Studio City and Woodland Hills have longer, steeper lateral runs
- ✓Chatsworth properties near rocky terrain may have non-standard lateral paths
- ✓Trenchless sewer repair available where excavation would damage landscaping or hardscape
- ✓Hydro jetting clears root intrusion and grease buildup in flat-run laterals
- ✓Camera footage shared with homeowner before any repair scope is finalized
Need a Plumber in the San Fernando Valley Today?
Call (818) 873-0613 or book online. A real person answers 24/7, and same-day appointments are available in most of the San Fernando Valley.
Plumbing and HVAC Responsibilities Across Valley Rentals
The San Fernando Valley has a substantial rental population. Van Nuys, North Hollywood, Reseda, and Panorama City in particular have high concentrations of apartment buildings, duplexes, and single-family rentals. Under California law, landlords are responsible for maintaining plumbing and HVAC systems in habitable condition, which means a broken water heater, a failed furnace in January, or a sewer backup is the owner's problem to resolve, not the tenant's. ServiStar works with landlords and property managers across the Valley regularly, and the process is the same whether the call comes from an owner-occupant in Encino or a property manager overseeing a six-unit building in Van Nuys: a technician diagnoses the problem, explains what is going on in plain language, and provides a flat-rate written quote before any work begins. For landlords managing multiple units, having one contractor who handles both plumbing and HVAC simplifies scheduling and avoids the coordination headache of juggling separate vendors. If you manage rental property anywhere in the Valley, call (818) 873-0613 to discuss how ServiStar can support your properties.
- ✓California law requires landlords to maintain plumbing and HVAC in habitable condition
- ✓Van Nuys, North Hollywood, and Reseda have high concentrations of rental units
- ✓Flat-rate written quotes provided before work begins, useful for owner approval workflows
- ✓One contractor for both plumbing and HVAC reduces vendor coordination
- ✓Same-day service available in most Valley areas for urgent tenant situations
- ✓Technicians explain findings clearly so landlords can document the repair decision
Los Angeles Building Department Rules for Valley Plumbing and HVAC Work
The San Fernando Valley is part of the City of Los Angeles, not a separate municipality, so building permits and inspections for plumbing and HVAC work go through the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety. That applies whether the property is in Sherman Oaks, Northridge, or Chatsworth. Permit requirements vary by scope: a water heater replacement typically requires a permit and inspection, a full repipe almost always does, and a new HVAC system installation or significant ductwork modification generally does as well. Routine repairs, drain cleaning, and minor fixture swaps usually do not. ServiStar pulls permits when the work requires them and coordinates the inspection process, so homeowners are not left navigating the LADBS system on their own. If you are unsure whether a planned project needs a permit, that is a good question to raise when the technician is on site. Call (818) 873-0613 and a technician can walk you through what to expect for your specific project.
- ✓All Valley neighborhoods fall under City of Los Angeles jurisdiction (LADBS)
- ✓Water heater replacements typically require a permit and inspection
- ✓Full repiping projects almost always require permits
- ✓New HVAC installations and major ductwork changes generally require permits
- ✓Routine repairs and drain cleaning typically do not require a permit
- ✓ServiStar handles permit coordination when the scope requires it
Plumbing and HVAC Services Across the San Fernando Valley
ServiStar handles the full range of residential and commercial plumbing and HVAC needs across the Valley. On the plumbing side, that includes drain cleaning and hydro jetting for slow or blocked drains, camera inspections and sewer line repair (including trenchless methods), leak detection, repiping, and water heater repair and installation for tank, tankless, and hybrid systems. ServiStar is factory certified by Rinnai, Navien, and Noritz, which matters when a homeowner in Woodland Hills or Studio City is considering a tankless upgrade. On the HVAC side, the team handles AC repair and installation, heating and furnace repair, heat pump systems, and water filtration. Because plumbing and HVAC are handled by the same company, a homeowner dealing with both a failing water heater and an AC unit that is not cooling can often get both addressed in a single visit rather than waiting on two separate contractors. Each service has its own dedicated page on the ServiStar website with full detail on scope, process, and what to expect. Call (818) 873-0613 to find out which services apply to your situation.
- ✓Drain cleaning and hydro jetting for residential and commercial properties
- ✓Camera inspection and sewer line repair, including trenchless options
- ✓Leak detection and repiping for older Valley homes
- ✓Tank, tankless, and hybrid water heater repair and installation
- ✓AC, heating, furnace, and heat pump repair and installation
- ✓Water filtration systems for homes and small businesses
AC, Heater or Water Heater Trouble in the San Fernando Valley?
One ServiStar team handles plumbing and HVAC, with a flat price in writing before any work begins.
From Studio City to Chatsworth: the Valley Communities ServiStar Serves
ServiStar's Sherman Oaks office sits near the geographic center of the Valley, which makes it practical to reach every corner of the area without long drive times. The team regularly works in Sherman Oaks, Encino, Studio City, and Valley Village on the eastern side; Van Nuys, Reseda, Tarzana, and Northridge across the Valley floor; and Granada Hills, Chatsworth, and Woodland Hills on the western and northern edges. North Hollywood, with its mix of older bungalows and newer construction near the NoHo Arts District, is a frequent stop, as are the denser rental corridors in Van Nuys near the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area. The team also serves nearby communities including Burbank, Glendale, Santa Clarita, and Simi Valley, where ServiStar maintains a second staffed office for eastern Ventura County. If you are not sure whether your address falls within the service area, the quickest way to find out is to call (818) 873-0613.
- ✓Sherman Oaks, Encino, Studio City, and Valley Village on the eastern side
- ✓Van Nuys, Reseda, Tarzana, and Northridge across the Valley floor
- ✓Granada Hills, Chatsworth, and Woodland Hills on the western and northern edges
- ✓North Hollywood and the NoHo Arts District area
- ✓Nearby communities including Burbank, Glendale, and Santa Clarita
- ✓Eastern Ventura County served from the Simi Valley office
What to Expect When ServiStar Comes to Your Valley Property
ServiStar is a family-owned business operated by owner Daniel Cohen, and it has served Los Angeles for more than 20 years. The approach on every call reflects that: a technician arrives, diagnoses the problem first, and explains what is going on in plain language before any work is proposed. For sewer issues, that means running a camera before recommending a repair. For HVAC problems, it means checking the system thoroughly rather than quoting a part replacement without confirming the diagnosis. Once the technician knows what the job requires, a flat-rate price is put in writing before work begins. There are no surprises on the invoice. Same-day service is available in most cases across the Valley, and the phones are answered 24/7, so a burst pipe at midnight or a furnace that stops working on a cold January night in Northridge is not something a homeowner has to wait until morning to address. To schedule a visit or talk through a problem, call (818) 873-0613.
- ✓Technician diagnoses the problem before proposing any repair
- ✓Camera used for sewer issues before a repair scope is recommended
- ✓Flat-rate written quote provided before work begins
- ✓Same-day service available in most Valley areas
- ✓Phones answered 24/7 for urgent plumbing and HVAC situations
- ✓One call covers both plumbing and HVAC, no need for separate contractors
Plumbing & HVAC Services in the San Fernando Valley
Serving the San Fernando Valley & Greater Los Angeles
ServiStar Plumbing and HVAC provides plumbing & HVAC throughout San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County. Service areas include Sherman Oaks, Encino, Studio City, Van Nuys, North Hollywood, Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Reseda, Northridge, Granada Hills, Chatsworth and Valley Village. We also serve nearby Sherman Oaks, Encino, Studio City, Burbank, Santa Clarita and Simi Valley. The map below outlines the San Fernando Valley area we cover.
Landmarks & Neighborhoods in the San Fernando Valley
Notable Places in the San Fernando Valley
- •Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area
- •Los Encinos State Historic Park
- •The Great Wall of Los Angeles
- •The Museum of the San Fernando Valley
- •Lopez Adobe
Areas We Serve in the San Fernando Valley
Zip Codes: 91301, 91303, 91304, 91306, 91307, 91311, 91316, 91324, 91325, 91326, 91330, 91331, 91335, 91340, 91342, 91343, 91344, 91345, 91352, 91356, 91364, 91367, 91401, 91402 +13 more
Neighborhoods: Sherman Oaks, Encino, Studio City, Van Nuys, North Hollywood, Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Reseda, Northridge, Granada Hills, Chatsworth, Valley Village
Nearby Cities We Serve
24/7 Emergency Service · Same-Day Appointments
Need It Fixed Today?
Call now or request your free estimate online. A real person will take it from there.
What Our Customers Say About ServiStar
I ended up having a pipe leak that damaged part of my ceiling during the night. Luckily Servistar was quick to respond and came in asap the next morning and went straight to work! They were both really professional and thorough. They were able to get my pipes…
2 months agoMichael was wonderful! He arrived right on time and his visit was quick and helpful. He solved our main problem in the kitchen within a matter of minutes, and was able to give guidance on next steps for a separate irrigation issue in our back yard as well. Ver…
3 months agoAfter buying an older home in Sherman Oaks, our inspection revealed that the sewer line needed replacement, so we hired Servistar Plumbing and HVAC for the job. They ended up replacing all of our sewer and water lines, and the experience exceeded our expectati…
3 months ago