Craig grew up in Whittier attending the local Whittier schools, then attended Azusa Pacific University to earn a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Organizational Management. Craig also served in the United States Army, where he was Honorably Discharged in 1974. Craig learned the plumbing business working side by side with his father, Ted, in the family business.
Craig is an Accredited Green Plumber and a Certified Green Plumber Instructor and has taught Green Plumber training classes to more than 100 plumbers in the Southern California area. Craig is Adjunct Faculty at Los Angeles Trade Technical College (LATTC) teaching 3rd and 4th semester plumbing classes two mornings a week since 2002.
Craig is an Accredited Green Plumber and a Certified Green Plumber Instructor and has taught Green Plumber training classes to more than 100 plumbers in the Southern California area. Craig is Adjunct Faculty at Los Angeles Trade Technical College (LATTC) teaching 3rd and 4th semester plumbing classes two mornings a week since 2002.
Services
Whether you need a minor plumbing repair or a complete remodel of your bathroom or kitchen, we are here to help. Since 1957, people throughout the area have relied on Ted Dean Plumbing, Inc for all their plumbing needs. From repairing leaky faucets to updating plumbing during a remodel, our plumbing contractor offers expert services to solve your plumbing problems.
If you see water around the base of your water heater, it does not mean you need to replace the water heater. There are other water connections on a water heater where this water could be coming from. Whether you need a repair or replacement of your water heater, we are here to help. If it does require a new water heater we highly recommend Bradford White water heaters.
We service, repair, and install toilets. We work on all brands and carry the basic toilet repair parts on our trucks. If you need to replace your toilet, there are many brands on the market and we have sold many of these over the years and we believe, that right now with the 1.28 gallons of water per flush limitation that Gerber has the best flushing toilets on the market at a reasonable price.
We service all brands of garbage disposers. If your disposer is not functioning properly, give us a call so we can diagnose the problem and get it fixed quickly. If you need a new garbage disposer, we recommend In-Sink-E-rator garbage disposers. They have many models to choose from to fit your budget.
We service, repair, and replace all brands of faucets. We carry a variety of faucet parts on our trucks hopefully to resolve your problems quickly. When it comes time to replace your faucets, we usually recommend Delta brand faucets because of their quality, ease of use, and when they need to be repaired, we stock repair parts on our trucks.
Reviews (13)
Al Mariscal
May 07, 2021
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Paul Estuar
Mar 05, 2021
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Paul E.
Dec 20, 2020
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I just had Ted Dean Plumbing replace an old toilet with a low-flush model and a bidet. Ted also replaced the valve under the toilet because the old valve had corroded and the handle had fallen off. Ted came and measured out the old toilet and came back in a couple of days to do the install. Everything was done quickly and neatly. He hauled out the old toilet as well. Very professional through and through, from the installation to the finished product.
Lydia S.
Oct 31, 2020
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I've done business with this family over the years and what I loved the most is their honesty. I had problems with my drainage over the years. Pipes would back up and it was not fun. They fixed this problem for me by updating my drainage pipe. They are fair, reasonable and knowledgeable. When I recently called to ask about a tankless water heater, Ted called me, left a message, and then gave a follow up call after I left another message. He was objective in explaining the installation process giving both sides of the picture. This was very helpful for me as a homeowner. I knew
Pamela L.
Jun 11, 2020
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Went through Angies List to find a qualified Plummer. What a mistake. The other plumbing service gave a pricey solution to a drain clog problem. Neighbor recommended Ted Dean Plumbing. Assured me that the Dean's were honest and top quality. After Ted came out, I absolutely agree. Top quality, honest in pricing and took time to explain all options clearly. I had complete peace of mind upon his departure. I would definitely call them first next time. They absolutely deserve 5 stars, 10 if I could give them!
Jennifer Elliott Willford
Oct 07, 2019
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We’ve used them for 40 years! Prompt, reliable, honest. They’re upfront about what is necessary to be fixed, instead of just what is going to make the most money for them. They were unavailable once and I called someone else in an emergency. The other service (big company) solved the immediate problem but gave me a big, multi-thousand dollar quote… to fix the “real” problem. Told them I was getting a second opinion first, which irritated them. Called in reliable Ted Dean Plumbing the following week and was told it was easily fixed for a few hundred dollars, which
Daniel C.
Mar 14, 2019
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Good quality work and that's because these are good quality people.
I had my main line shear off the water meter (unfortunately for me it was on my end of the water meter so I had to be responsible for the fix) Craig and Ted came out and assess the issue quickly and provide a step by step resolution.
Added a new cooper connection as the existing connection was brass to schedule 40 piping.
Good to know we have a quality,reliable and craftsmanship plumber in our area.
I had my main line shear off the water meter (unfortunately for me it was on my end of the water meter so I had to be responsible for the fix) Craig and Ted came out and assess the issue quickly and provide a step by step resolution.
Added a new cooper connection as the existing connection was brass to schedule 40 piping.
Good to know we have a quality,reliable and craftsmanship plumber in our area.
Melvin H.
Jul 23, 2018
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These guys are lazy plumbers who only take the easy jobs and don't invest in the equipment needed to do the job right. They are honest enough, but I wasted my time when I could have called a better plumber up front. He actually looked at the problem and told us to call someone else. My parents had the same issue. If it is anything more serious than a simple clogged drain, don't waste your time.
Sabrina Baharee
Feb 27, 2018
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Feb. 26 2018.. I must say that I just had a very professional and comfortable experience with Ted Dean Plumbing for work done today. I am so please with their work that they will be my plumber from now on. No more bad plumbing experience, like in the passed. I Highly Recommend Ted Dean Plumbing .. You wont be disapointed.. omg! you both are So Great, thank you so much for a Great,Great job!! Terry C..La Habra
Henry O.
Aug 16, 2017
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The last time I posted was 2013 and gave them 5 stars. I have used them a few times since then and I still give 5 stars! I just had to call them to repair my water meter box today and there were problems but they were able to prevail! They are professional, fair and friendly. Like I heard somewhere, " Good work isn't cheap and cheap work isn't good"!
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Tere J.
Aug 28, 2015
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I have been a loyal customer of Ted Dean Plumbing for over 25 years. They are an amazing family owned business that you can count on for honest, reliable plumbing services! They have always come out at the drop of a dime when called. What I like most about them is that they give you multiple options and their best advice that will work best in your situation. I have always found that their best advice is the best option for me and they make sure that the job is done professionally and correctly before they leave! This is a team with integrity. I recommend them to anyone without hesitation
Paul A.
Jun 09, 2015
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Against my wife's advice, i called Ted Dean to clear a stoppage in the same line they had cleared in the past, i should have listened to her!
On one trip we had to remove a wall because they couldn't get their rooter blade thru,(other plumbers in the past had), then they installed a hot water circulating pump but did not tighten it properly and the constant leak caused destruction of the bottom of the cabinet,(the other plumber said it was only hand tightened), but even with all of the above i called them out for a stoppage and the rooter bill was $295, i learned my lesson, next time
On one trip we had to remove a wall because they couldn't get their rooter blade thru,(other plumbers in the past had), then they installed a hot water circulating pump but did not tighten it properly and the constant leak caused destruction of the bottom of the cabinet,(the other plumber said it was only hand tightened), but even with all of the above i called them out for a stoppage and the rooter bill was $295, i learned my lesson, next time
Laurie B.
Feb 27, 2013
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I heard water running somewhere in my house this a.m. and discovered a pipe spewing water, under my house, which backed up to my bedroom...yikes! My neighbor shut off my water at the main and gave me the # for Ted Dean plumbing. They were able to come out a couple of hours later, fixed the pipe and had me up and running by mid afternoon. They were really reasonably priced, very professional while giving me hometown personal service. I will definitely use them again. So many times contractors come up my hill, see a nice neighborhood and charge what my contractor brother calls RTO (right to
