About 3 Rivers Plumbing San Antonio · San Antonio
3 Rivers Plumbing San Antonio is a family-owned plumbing company serving North San Antonio and greater Bexar County, Texas. Operated by the father-son team of Dustin Flynn and David Flynn, the business launched a new website and YouTube channel in January 2026 to bring transparent, educational content to local homeowners. They specialize in diagnostics-driven plumbing repairs, including drain cleaning, hydro jetting, slab leak detection, trenchless pipe lining, water heater service, French drain installation, and emergency response. The company is licensed and insured, with a focus on honesty, real diagnostics (camera inspections and pressure testing), and long-term fixes over temporary patches.
3 Rivers Plumbing San Antonio is a family-owned residential and commercial plumbing company based at 21724 Tommy Trail Dr, San Antonio, TX 78266, founded and operated by the father-son team of Dustin Flynn and David Flynn. The company serves North San Antonio neighborhoods including Stone Oak, Rogers Ranch, Redland Ranch, Canyon Springs, and surrounding Bexar County communities such as Bulverde, Schertz, and Cibolo. Their service philosophy centers on accurate diagnostics first — using camera inspections, pressure tests, and tracer-gas leak detection — before recommending repairs, and they walk homeowners through every option (lining, coating, bursting, slip lining, rerouting, tunneling, or open cut replacement) so the customer can choose what fits their home and budget. The company launched a new website and YouTube channel on January 20, 2026, pairing traditional craftsmanship with modern transparency: real job-site footage, homeowner education, and straightforward pricing. Core services include emergency plumbing response (burst pipes, drain backups, water heater failures), drain cleaning and hydro jetting, trenchless pipe lining (advertised as lasting 50+ years), slab leak detection and repair, French drain design and installation for foundation groundwater control, and water heater repair/replacement (traditional and tankless). Third-party profiles (Growcycle, ContractorSup, Exceptional Plumber, Excellent Contractor) describe them as licensed, insured, and consistently rated highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.
- In business
- Established 2025 (per third-party listing at exceptionalplumber.com)
- Owner
- Dustin Flynn and David Flynn (father-son team)
- Serves
- North San Antonio and greater Bexar County, including Stone Oak, Rogers Ranch, Redland Ranch, Canyon Springs, Bulverde, Schertz, and Cibolo
- Rating
- 4.7/5 across 9 reviews on Growcycle; 5.0/5 across 1 review on ContractorSup and Reputable Businesses; 5/5 from a single review on Exceptional Plumber and Excellent Contractor
About 3 Rivers Plumbing San Antonio
3 Rivers Plumbing San Antonio is a family-owned plumbing company founded and operated by the father-son team of Dustin Flynn and David Flynn. Based at 21724 Tommy Trail Dr in San Antonio (ZIP 78266), the company serves residential and commercial customers across North San Antonio and greater Bexar County, including Stone Oak, Rogers Ranch, Redland Ranch, Canyon Springs, Bulverde, Schertz, and Cibolo. The company is listed as licensed and insured by third-party directories, and its tagline emphasizes certified pipe lining services alongside emergency pipe-burst repair and reliable drain cleaning.
- Founded and operated by Dustin Flynn and David Flynn
- Located at 21724 Tommy Trl Dr, San Antonio, TX 78266
- Family-owned, father-son partnership
- Licensed and insured
Service Area
The company focuses on North San Antonio and the surrounding Bexar County region. Their press materials specifically list Stone Oak, Rogers Ranch, Redland Ranch, and Canyon Springs as core neighborhoods, with extended coverage to Bulverde, Schertz, and Cibolo.
- Stone Oak
- Rogers Ranch
- Redland Ranch
- Canyon Springs
- Bulverde
- Schertz
- Cibolo
- Greater Bexar County
Emergency Plumbing
The most common emergencies 3 Rivers handles are drain backups flooding tubs/showers and burst water lines spraying water inside the home. When a customer calls, the team walks them through shutting off the water — for drain issues, they direct the homeowner to the cleanout to relieve pressure so wastewater flows outside instead of inside, often converting a costly late-night visit into a regular daytime appointment. Water heater failures are also treated as emergencies when hot water must be restored immediately.
- Burst pipe response
- Drain backup relief at cleanout
- Phone-guided water shutoff
- Water heater emergency restoration
Drain Cleaning & Hydro Jetting
Most clogged drains in North San Antonio start in the kitchen line, where years of fats, oils, and grease build up until the pipe is nearly closed. 3 Rivers offers professional drain service for both residential and commercial properties. They argue that cabling only pokes a hole through the blockage and buys time, while hydro jetting — a high-pressure cleaning method using a specialized pump and hose with rear-facing jets — cleans the entire pipe and restores full flow. Jetting also makes accurate camera inspection possible afterward, which is essential for diagnosing cracks, root intrusion, or improper installation. Different nozzles handle grease, scale, rocks, mud, and debris; the process is described as a professional-grade pressure washer for the inside of the pipe.
- Kitchen-line grease clog clearing
- High-pressure hydro jetting
- Nozzles for grease, scale, mud, and debris
- Follow-up camera inspection after jetting
- Residential and commercial drain service
Trenchless Pipe Lining
Trenchless lining repairs the inside of a pipe without digging it up, creating a new, smooth inner pipe that the company advertises as lasting 50 years or more. It is recommended for pipes that are cracked or corroded but still maintain their shape. The service comes with guaranteed results for long-lasting performance, and the company's tagline on the official site highlights 'Certified Pipe Lining Services.'
- No-dig pipe rehabilitation
- 50+ year expected lifespan
- For cracked or corroded-but-intact pipes
- Guaranteed results
Slab Leak Detection & Repair
Slab leaks can cause a sudden increase in the water bill, warm spots on the floor, or constant meter movement. 3 Rivers detects them with listening equipment, pressure testing, and sometimes tracer gases. Repair options depend on the age and condition of the system and include rerouting, spot repairs, or full repipes.
- Listening-equipment leak detection
- Pressure testing
- Tracer-gas detection
- Rerouting, spot repair, or full repipe
French Drains & Foundation Water Management
French drains manage water around the foundation by collecting and redirecting groundwater to prevent erosion, settling, and moisture problems that can lead to cracks or uneven floors. Each system consists of a gravel-filled trench and perforated piping that captures subsurface water; collected water naturally flows through the pipe and is directed away from the structure, reducing foundation stress and preserving long-term soil stability. Proper installation starts with elevation measurements and a plan that uses gravity whenever possible.
- Gravel-filled trench with perforated pipe
- Gravity-fed design from elevation measurements
- Erosion and settlement prevention
- Foundation groundwater redirection
Water Heater Repair & Replacement
Water heaters that leak, produce inconsistent hot water, or make loud noises often need replacement. Both traditional and tankless units can be repaired or replaced as needed to restore reliable hot water, with proper installation ensuring safe operation, correct sizing, and long-term performance.
- Traditional tank water heaters
- Tankless water heaters
- Repair and full replacement
- Correct sizing and safe installation
Diagnostics-First Approach
Most plumbers can clear a clog or fix a leak, but 3 Rivers positions itself as different by combining honesty with high-quality diagnostics: every job starts with identifying the actual problem, not guessing. They use camera inspections and pressure tests, then explain options clearly so the customer can choose the solution that fits their home and budget. Repair choices after camera inspection include lining, coating, bursting, slip lining, rerouting, tunneling, or open cut replacement — each option is explained in plain language. The team's stated focus is long-term solutions, not temporary fixes.
- Camera inspections
- Pressure testing
- Plain-language option explanations
- Long-term solutions over temporary patches
New Website & YouTube Channel Launch (January 2026)
On January 20, 2026, 3 Rivers Plumbing San Antonio announced the launch of its new website (https://3riversplumbingsanantonio.com) and a new YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@3RiversPlumbingsanantonio). The launch was framed as a fresh, transparent approach combining traditional craftsmanship with modern openness — filling a gap the founders saw in the local plumbing industry. The YouTube channel features real job sites and homeowner advice; the website gives direct access to emergency repairs, water heater installation, drain cleaning, and leak detection. The press release describes the father-son partnership as combining decades of experience with fresh perspectives on customer service, while keeping things accessible for everyday homeowners who just need their toilet to stop running or their water heater to work properly.
- Website launch: January 20, 2026
- YouTube: @3RiversPlumbingsanantonio
- Real job-site footage and homeowner education
- Straightforward pricing and honest communication
Reviews & Reputation
Third-party directories show consistent positive feedback. Growcycle aggregates a 4.7/5 rating across 9 reviews, praising responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism — recurring themes include prompt arrival, clear explanations, reasonable pricing, and clean work areas. ContractorSup shows a 5/5 rating; Reputable Businesses shows 5/5; Exceptional Plumber and Excellent Contractor each show a single 5-star review (Feb 2026) praising the team for jetting drains quickly and explaining how to prevent future backups.
- Growcycle: 4.7/5 across 9 reviews
- ContractorSup: 5/5 (1 review)
- Reputable Businesses: 5/0 (1 review)
- Exceptional Plumber & Excellent Contractor: 5/5 single reviews