The area at a glance
Sunny Hills is a residential area in north Fullerton with rolling streets, larger lots and mature landscaping. Much of the housing dates from the postwar decades, with later remodels and additions mixed in. Homes of that era were commonly plumbed with galvanized steel or copper, and many service lines have never been replaced.
Because lots and homes vary, treat these notes as starting points. The material at your own shutoff, your home's construction date and any past plumbing records tell you more than the neighborhood does.
Typical features to check
- Housing era
- Largely mid-century, with remodels and newer homes mixed in
- Likely original service lines
- Galvanized steel or older copper
- Foundations
- Mostly slab-on-grade; some raised floors; check your own home
- Sewer laterals
- Older homes often have cast-iron or clay laterals
- Trees
- Mature yard and street trees common near lines
What Sunny Hills homeowners might check
Who to contact
| Question | Contact |
|---|---|
| Meter, street-side leak, water service | City of Fullerton water utility |
| Permits for line replacement | City of Fullerton building division |
| Parkway trees near the line | City of Fullerton (check before root work) |
| Gas smell | Leave and call 911 or SoCalGas from outside |
| Contractor license check | cslb.ca.gov |
Questions to ask a plumber here
- Is my line original to the house?
- Can a new line avoid the root zone of my trees?
- Would trenchless work suit my slope and setback?
- Should the sewer lateral be camera-inspected while the yard is open?
Common questions
Are all Sunny Hills homes galvanized?
No. Many have copper, and many lines have been replaced. Check the pipe at your own shutoff.
Who handles water service in Sunny Hills?
Contact the City of Fullerton's water utility about the meter and street side.
Do trees here affect water lines?
Mature trees can push on and crack buried lines over time, especially older ones near the meter.
General information for Fullerton, not a quote or professional advice. In an emergency, call 911.