Emergency Plumbers in Elyria, OH
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Top 3 Plumbers in Elyria
Strong HireEsser Plumbing
4.9(338)
“Left us with cracked sidewalk at the end of our driveway from parking heavy equipment. Damaged the driveway with many divets. They were the least expensive for replacing my water main and the quality shows. Very disappointed and do not recommend them.”
Strong HireDrain Pro 1
5(56)
“I've worked with Beau on a few occasions for my 100+ year old house with numerous water issues. It's not too often you come across such a trustworthy person in this trade. Beau and his team have consistently provided top-notch service, always going above and beyond to ensure everything is done right.”
Strong HireFive Star Plumbing and Heating
5(69)
“Kamran was very professional and quick. I called yesterday evening and he came this morning and fixed our kitchen sink which had been backed up and leaking. He fixed the clog, replaced the old piping and provided a better flow for water, and gave advice for future upgrades to the plumbing when the time comes.”
Esser Plumbing
4.9·338 reviews·
In ElyriaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
·3.3Yelp·
BBB A+
·3.3Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
Same-day dispatch confirmed in 11 of 100 analyzed reviews
Pricing cited as fair or below expectation in reviews ("price was…
Office coordination praised alongside field work
Concerns
1 Yelp review (1-star) reports property damage from heavy…
“Esser Plumbing literally saved our Christmas! We woke up Christmas Eve to a failed sump pump and a flooded basement.”
“Left us with cracked sidewalk at the end of our driveway from parking heavy equipment.”
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.2k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google·
BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Water heater installed solo after partner called in sick
Late-night sewer call (10pm–12am) handled in one visit
Weekend and day-off availability confirmed: technician showed up…
Concerns
Sump pump installed despite customer explicitly requesting…
Parts availability gap: technician made a mid-job Home Depot run,…
“Robert came over and was very quick with his tools and process.”
“DO NOT TAKE YOUR MONEY HERE! Last year we called in for a sump pump replacement.”
Westland Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing
4.9·3.2k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google·3.5Yelp·BBB A+
·3.5Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
Workmanship quality cited in 21 of 97 analyzed reviews
Same-day or rapid emergency dispatch confirmed: water heater…
Front-office communication praised across multiple reviews
Concerns
1 Yelp review describes a $97 diagnostic charge with incomplete…
Quote response time slow in at least 1 review
“The lady that I spoke to, Katie, was able to get me scheduled right away and stayed in touch with me to let me know when…”
“TERRIBLE! robbery! Scheduled appointment to look at pool heater, they canceled day of appointment, ( short staffed they…”
JD'S Plumbing LLC
4.8·98 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
workmanship cited in 20 of 99 analyzed reviews;
fast_response cited 16 times;
Office coordinator Jenny consistently praised for rapid…
Concerns
Techs arrived for tankless flush without shoe coverings;
expensive theme in 4 reviews;
“Not only did they come by within 20 minutes of my call, they jumped into action and went the extra mile to restore…”
“Jeff is a very nice guy and does excellent work, but the prices are outrageous! I paid $460 to have our tankless hot…”
Sal's Heating & Cooling, Plumbing & Sewer
4.7·4.9k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Proceed with care4.7Google·3.1Yelp·BBB A+
·3.1Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
Same-day or next-day scheduling confirmed in 6 of 100 reviews;
Multi-trade capability (water heater, drain, sewer, faucet,…
Concerns
Alleged technician dishonesty: 1 Yelp review documents tech…
Warranty dispute left customer 'unsafe and in a cold house':…
Pricing frequently cited as highest estimate
Technician quality inconsistency: 6 unprofessional flags across…
“I've been using Sal's for all of my plumbing and HVAC needs for a few years now. They've done outstanding work each time.”
“It's important I share how my experience with Sal's has left us unsafe and in a cold house.”
Beetles Plumbing Solutions
5·483 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Same-day scheduling confirmed in 16 of 92 analyzed reviews
Technicians offer multiple repair options with no pressure
Owner Larry personally handles jobs and Polybutylene piping…
Concerns
Slow response noted in 2 of 92 analyzed reviews…
“I was given options, the ability to have all of my questions answered & upfront about cost. No hidden costs.”
Drain Pro 1
5·56 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Within-30-minute emergency response for active basement flooding;
100+ year old house water issues handled by Beau across multiple…
Fair pricing explicitly noted;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Steve was very professional and knowledgeable.”
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·3.5k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care4.8Google·2.7Yelp·BBB A+
·2.7Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
Same-day and weekend availability confirmed in 6+ reviews;
Technician Rene praised for professionalism and education-style…
Concerns
$500+ quote for a valve leak (part: $42);
Yelp 1-star: cut 12" hole in wall for $1,390, toilet still didn't…
Booking/dispatch inconsistent: at least one reviewer had to…
“Our basement flooded with several inches of pure sewage. Roto Rooter was there within an hour and handled everything.”
“BEWARE OF THIS COMPANY! RotoRooter wanted to charge me over 500 for a valve leak.”
Killeen Plumbing Company
4.9·467 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google·3.9Yelp·BBB A+
·3.9Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
Emergency burst pipe response 20 minutes on Christmas Day and in…
Honest cost-savings approach: suggested a less-expensive same-day…
Technician Caleb walked through every step, answered all…
Concerns
11 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star;
Slow response documented in 6 of 100 analyzed reviews
Technician broke a water heater part during a service call, then…
“Caleb was our technician, and he was absolutely wonderful.”
“They took advantage of my mom last week and left her house after 3 hours and 25 mintues saying they would be back on…”
Five Star Plumbing and Heating
5·69 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google·5.0Yelp·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Pricing cited as half of competitor estimates in multiple reviews;
Same-day and next-day scheduling cited 10+ times;
Kamran consistently praised for diagnosing accurately, explaining…
Concerns
2 reviews note scheduling/response time issues on older jobs;
“Writing this review before Kamran has had a chance to fully pack up and leave! He was absolutely incredible to work…”
Plunger Plumber
4.8·798 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google·2.8Yelp·BBB A+
·2.8Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
Same-day scheduling cited in 9 reviews;
No-hidden-charges transparency flagged explicitly
Sewer camera + jetting work praised for clear explanations;
Concerns
10 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star (10%), a meaningful tail…
“Had our water heater blow up on a Saturday morning. Alan was able to come over within a few hours and take care of us.”
American Plumbing
4.4·91 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.4Google·2.6Yelp·BBB A+
·2.6Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
No-surprise quote practice cited specifically: one reviewer…
Fast_response theme counted 11 times;
Workmanship theme counted 14 times;
Concerns
Quote doubled from $600 to $1,200 on a water heater install when…
Receptionist rudeness cited in 1 of 91 reviews;
“We had a small job, fixing an exterior spigot. Scheduling was easy, and the plumber arrived right on time.”
“They will not receive my business ever again. The receptionist was extremely rude.”
Drain Be Clean Plumbing
5·12 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google·5.0Yelp·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Gets the job right the first time — explicitly cited in 2 reviews;
Fair pricing with zero upsell;
Quick response and next-day availability confirmed;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“No gouging fees, no sketchy tricks, just fast repairs and well-sealed bricks. Just value, care, and honest pride”
Ferretti Plumbing
5·4 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google·5.0Yelp·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Same-day response on urgent faucet leak: 'He came the same day…
Completed 5 repairs (2 outside faucets, 2 shut-off valves, 1…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“We had an issue with a leak from the pipe under our stationary tub.”
Heart of Ohio HVAC, Plumbing and Electric
4.7·295 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.7Google
Strengths
Hot water tank and toilet repair completed with detailed…
Technician thoroughness praised: showed parts being cleaned…
Concerns
Quote-to-actual price gap of $100 (133% increase) blamed on…
Price jumped from quoted $75 to $175 for same service after a…
Post-service upsell pitch to spouse (maintenance packages + full…
“Technician called ahead to give me an estimated arrival time and was here within the service window.”
“Heart of Ohio had recently bought out Huge but has now been bought out by Haven Services according to our technician who…”
About Emergency Plumbing in Elyria
Elyria in Lorain County experiences all four seasons, and each brings its own plumbing challenges. Winter pipe freezes, spring flooding, and aging infrastructure keep emergency plumbers busy year-round.
Common Plumbing Emergencies in Elyria
Burst or Frozen Pipes
A burst pipe can flood your home in minutes. Shut off your main water valve and call an emergency plumber immediately.
Water Heater Failure
No hot water, leaking tank, or strange noises from your water heater? Emergency plumbers can diagnose and repair or replace your unit fast.
Sewer Line Backup
Sewage backing up into your home is a health hazard. Emergency plumbers have the equipment to clear blockages and repair damaged sewer lines.
Clogged Drains
When plunging doesn't work and water won't drain, professional emergency drain cleaning can resolve even the toughest blockages.
Gas Line Issues
If you smell gas, evacuate immediately and call 911 first. Then call a licensed plumber for gas line repair.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many emergency plumbers in Elyria does Fast Plumber Near Me track?
We currently track 15 emergency plumbers serving Elyria, OH, drawing on 16,552 real Google reviews. We rank them by quality and responsiveness — and we show each one's weaknesses, not just their stars.
Who is the highest-rated emergency plumber in Elyria, OH?
Beetles Plumbing Solutions currently holds the highest Google rating among the Elyria emergency plumbers we track (5★ across 483 reviews). Ratings are only part of the picture — we also surface the common complaints reviewers raise so you can judge for yourself.
How much does an emergency plumber cost in Elyria, OH?
Emergency plumber rates in Elyria typically run $150–$300 for the service call, plus parts and labor; after-hours and weekend calls in Lorain County usually cost more. Always get a written estimate before work begins — surprise fees after the initial quote are one of the most common complaints reviewers raise about plumbers in this area.
How quickly can an emergency plumber arrive in Elyria?
Most emergency plumbers serving Elyria aim to arrive within 30–60 minutes. The closest verified plumber on this page is about 1 mile away. We rate plumbers on responsiveness so you can see who actually shows up fast — not just who claims to.
What should I do during a plumbing emergency in Elyria?
Shut off the main water valve to stop the flow. If there's standing water, cut power to the affected area. Move valuables and take photos for insurance. Then call a verified emergency plumber in Elyria — the listings on this page are ranked by responsiveness so you can reach one fast.
Are emergency plumbers in Elyria available 24/7?
Yes — among the 15 plumbers we track in Elyria, those flagged for 24/7 availability answer emergency calls at night, on weekends, and on holidays. We verify who actually picks up rather than taking "24/7" at face value.
What are the most common plumbing emergencies in Elyria?
The most common plumbing emergencies in Elyria, OH include burst or frozen pipes, water heater failures, sewer line backups, clogged drains, and gas line issues. Homes in Lorain County can be especially prone depending on their age and construction.
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