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CPS Drain & Plumbing

5.0(400)✓ Google-verified

For over thirty years, CPS has earned consistent five-star praise for speed and professionalism. Technicians like Robert, Gary, Joel, and Colleen diagnose problems quickly, arrive on schedule or early, and complete repairs the same day when possible. Reviewers trust them with older homes and complex work. Staff communicate openly about costs and potential issues before starting. One customer called them "an advisor for all things plumbing" after years of successful water line updates to a 1941 home. Pricing was described as reasonable by multiple customers.

Emergency PlumbingDrain & Sewer CleaningWater Heater Installation & Repair

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Carolina Conditions Heating Cooling Plumbing Electrical

4.9(4255)✓ Google-verified

Named technicians like John Lucas, James, Trevor G, and Tony Garcia repeatedly earn praise for patience, politeness, and clear communication. Service calls arrive the same day or next morning even on weekends, with technicians showing before-and-after photos, cleaning up debris, and refusing to push unnecessary work. Military discounts and annual maintenance contracts at reasonable rates round out a consistent pattern of reliability across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and water heating. The business fields issues methodically: leak diagnosis others missed, capacitor replacements, filter cleaning with explanations of root causes, and generator installations that arrive on time and finish correctly. Technicians educate homeowners on system readings and cooling strategies without sales pressure. Staff names appear frequently in reviews, suggesting accountability and repeat high performers.

Repiping & Pipe RepairEmergency PlumbingDrain & Sewer Cleaning

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Call Dad

4.9(1801)✓ Google-verified

Every recent review names a specific technician and praises them for professionalism, politeness, and taking time to explain problems and options. Reviewers repeatedly mention technicians arriving on time, diagnosing issues thoroughly, and providing detailed breakdowns of work or photos of completed jobs. Staff like Eric, John, Dallas, Leon, and Harrison stand out for patience and knowledge. One reviewer signed up for membership after Dallas's service. Water heater quotes are noted as reasonably priced. No complaints appear in recent submissions.

Water Heater Installation & RepairCommercial PlumbingEmergency Plumbing

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Cottrell & Co., Inc Plumbing Heating And Air

4.9(621)✓ Google-verified

Staff answer early morning calls and arrive same-day, often within hours. Technicians like Tim and Jason build rapport, explain work clearly, and solve problems without pressure to upsell. Customers who've used them for years cite honesty, reasonable fees, and willingness to spend time diagnosing issues-even billing only $75 for a lengthy leak hunt. Holiday and weekend availability stands out in an industry known for delays. Plumbing work covers everything from emergency repairs to slab leaks and remodeling; HVAC is also core. The rare miscommunication gets corrected fast. Reviewers emphasize that Cottrell staff feel like "down to earth, good people" who care about client satisfaction over sales tactics.

Emergency PlumbingDrain & Sewer CleaningWater Heater Installation & Repair

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On Call Plumbing, Heating & Air

4.9(251)✓ Google-verified

Nathan, JB, Tim, and other named technicians consistently earn praise for fixing plumbing and HVAC issues correctly on the first visit, often same-day or next-day. Customers value their willingness to explain problems clearly, offer multiple options without pushing unnecessary work, and respect time and property. Dispatch staff book appointments quickly; techs arrive punctual and courteous. One long-term customer notes five years of reliable service across home, HOA, and commercial jobs. A church client commended a technician for expert diagnostics and attention to detail.

Emergency PlumbingRepiping & Pipe RepairWater Heater Installation & Repair

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Lexington SC

4.9(236)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Mac, Joseph, Kara, and the team handle jobs other plumbers back away from, arriving fast and fixing things right. Reviewers consistently report transparent pricing, clear communication, and staff who treat work with care whether it's a home leak or a medical facility's sewer reline. Specific strengths emerge across residential and commercial jobs: water heater replacement, main line leaks, drain relining, toilet repairs, and sink issues. Customers return repeatedly and praise the crew for explaining work in detail, staying neat, and delivering results ahead of expected timelines.

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Why homeowners rely on this list

148 plumbers scored, not just listed

Every business on this directory is measured against real Google review data across categories like emergency plumbing, water heaters, and gas lines, so you're not choosing blind.

A 4.66 average with real range underneath

The citywide average sits at 4.66 stars, and our scoring surfaces which plumbers consistently earn praise for fair pricing and clean work rather than just riding a high average.

Editorial oversight, not an algorithm alone

Aisha Abbott, Senior Editor, maintains the ranking methodology, keeping the list focused on patterns that matter: fair pricing, knowledgeable staff, and clean work areas, while flagging recurring complaints like surprise charges.

How we score every plumber

One published rubric scores each business 0–100 from recent public Google reviews: rating, review volume, recency, sentiment, and profile completeness. No pay-to-rank, no edited reviews.

✓ Sentiment synthesised from real reviews, not republished
✓ Google-verified businesses clearly marked
✓ Refreshed regularly so scores stay current

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Guides

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Helping an aging parent handle a plumbing emergency from a distance
Practical steps for helping an elderly parent through a plumbing emergency when you can't be there in person, from the first call to hiring a plumber.
Free and low-cost plumbing help in the Columbia area
Assistance programs, sliding-scale options, and practical ways to lower the cost of a needed plumbing repair in the Columbia area.
Plumbing for renters: what you can fix and when to call your landlord
What renters can reasonably handle themselves, what's the landlord's responsibility, and how to document a plumbing problem properly.
First-time homeowner's guide to plumbing basics and when to call a pro
The plumbing basics every first-time homeowner should know, what's reasonable to handle yourself, and when a job needs a licensed plumber.

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