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Updated 2026-07-18 · 2,364 reviewed · 148 listed · Scored from 142 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(142) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Emergency PlumbingWater Heater Installation & RepairCommercial PlumbingGas Line ServicesDrain & Sewer CleaningLeak Detection & Repair

Google-verified142 Google reviews

1-800-Plumber +Air
Services
Emergency Plumbing, Water Heater Installation & Repair, Commercial Plumbing
Reviews
142

What recent reviews say

Calls get answered fast and technicians arrive same-day or within 24 hours. Techs like Philip and Dylan Edwards explain the problem clearly, quote before starting, clean up after themselves, and stand behind their work with warranties.

Service quality and respect for the home earn consistent praise. Pricing sits higher than some competitors, though reviewers say it matches the work done. One old review flagged the location as closed, but 142 reviews (92% five-star) suggest normal operations.

Praised for
  • responsive, same-day service
  • friendly and courteous technicians
  • upfront pricing and quotes
  • thorough diagnosis and explanation
Watch-outs
  • higher price tier compared to competitors
  • one report of closure status
responsiveshowed-up-on-timeupfront-quotefriendly-technicianskilled-workmanshipclean-work-areareliable-warrantyquick-turnaround
Best for: Homeowners needing quick plumbing response and clear communication before work starts.
Think twice if: Expect to pay a higher price compared to other local plumbers for the same job.

Strengths

  • Fast response and same-day scheduling
  • Named technicians who explain work upfront
  • Warranty on water heater repairs
  • Clean, professional finish

Worth knowing

  • Philip (nicknamed Phil) and Dylan Edwards named as skilled technicians who educate customers
  • Technicians provide best-case and worst-case cost scenarios before repairs
  • Same-day or next-day service documented across multiple reviews
  • Warranty provided on water heater work
  • Technicians take photos and document issues under the house

What reviews say by service

Emergency Plumbing
Same-day response; technicians quote costs upfront before starting.
Water Heater Installation & Repair
Professional completion with warranty; competitive pricing noted by customers.
Leak Detection & Repair
Thorough diagnosis using photos and visual inspection under homes.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.78 average across the 71 drain & sewer cleaning businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 82% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 85
Review volume 94
Review recency 79
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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5
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5

Common questions

Can they come the same day?
Yes. Multiple reviews confirm same-day or next-day appointments, including emergency calls answered within an hour.
Do they give a quote before starting?
Yes. Technicians provide upfront cost estimates, sometimes with best-case and worst-case scenarios, before beginning work.
What warranty do you offer?
Water heater work includes a warranty. Other warranty details are not specified in reviews.

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Last updated 2026-07-18