Emergency Plumbers in South Charleston, WV
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Top 3 Plumbers in South Charleston
Strong HirePlumbing Services Charleston West Virginia
5(7)#1 of 7 in South Charleston, WV
“much more thorough than I expected”
Strong HireBMS Heating and Cooling
4.9(356)
“Technician Andrew was pleasant, professional, and willing to spend extra time to troubleshoot multiple addition issues. I will recommend BMS to all of my friends and family.”
Strong HireAbsten Services LLC
4.7(80)
“I left a message with the office at 9am following loss of power in half of our home. My call was promptly returned and they had Shane out to my house within the hour. He was able to quickly identify the issue, picked up the necesarry parts, replaced the main breaker, and had us back up and running with full electricity before noon.”
Plumbing Services Charleston West Virginia
5·7 reviews·
In South CharlestonGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Emergency response capability: completed burst pipe restoration…
5 of 5 reviewers rate work quality as excellent, with praise for…
Pricing consistently matches estimates and avoids unnecessary…
Clear communication: technicians explain work, maintenance…
“much more thorough than I expected”
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Truslow Plumbing Service & Home Improvement LLC
5·144 reviews·
In South CharlestonGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Diagnostic expertise: 2 of 5 reviewers specifically praised…
Emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviewers noted rapid response…
Complex job capability: Resolved major septic/sewer issues…
Communication and professionalism: 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly…
“fixed in a few hours after two other plumbers couldn't”
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Charleston WV
4.8·96 reviews·
In South CharlestonGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Rapid emergency response: 4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention…
Detailed customer communication: 4 of 5 reviews highlight…
Friendly phone intake: 2 of 5 reviewers specifically praise the…
Concerns
All 5 reviews name or praise the same technician (Mike Ivy)—no…
Not enough data to identify consistent weaknesses across the…
“came by in hours to address the issue”
NexAir - Expert Plumbers
5·283 reviews·
In South CharlestonGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Rapid emergency response: arrived within one hour of call during…
4 of 5 reviewers praise thorough diagnostics and attention to…
Strong service recovery: when first visit failed, company sent…
Professional communication: technicians explain systems and…
Concerns
Pricing runs high relative to customer expectations: one reviewer…
“estimate was a bit steep, but service was better than expected”
American Sewer and Drain
4·4 reviews·
In South CharlestonGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.0Google
Strengths
3 of 4 reviewers praise rapid response times, including arrival…
Fair emergency pricing noted by reviewers, with one specifically…
Fast job completion when service succeeds—one reviewer had drain…
Concerns
1 of 4 reviews describes complete service failure and inadequate…
“showed up early, drain cleared with auger in under an hour”
“looked at water level then left and did nothing”
Cheap Price Plumbing Services Charleston WV
5·9 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
All 5 reviews award 5/5 stars, with consistent praise for…
Quick emergency response with parts stocked in vehicles to avoid…
Transparent communication and easy scheduling reported by…
Concerns
Zero pricing fairness score is a severe discrepancy with 100%…
“More thorough than the last company, showed blockage on camera”
Jerry Hilbert LLC
4.3·38 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Avoid4.3Google
Strengths
Strong diagnostic skills—multiple reviewers praise ability to…
Fair pricing on completed work—reviewers consistently cite…
Professional demeanor and courtesy—3 of 5 reviews highlight…
Concerns
Advertises 24-hour emergency service but customer reports…
High variance in dimension scores (40 points) indicates…
Initial workmanship defects requiring days of rework—one reviewer…
“found it within an hour or two, fixed within a week”
“took 3 days to correct mistakes, 5 days without water”
Mullen Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.7·1.5k reviews·
In South CharlestonGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.7Google
·3.2Yelp·
BBB A+
·3.2Yelp·BBB A+Strengths
Frozen/busted water line in wall
Full tankless water heater install including new gas and water…
After-hours dispatch confirmed: heat went out Saturday 5am, tech…
Concerns
1-star Yelp review: charged over $200 for 2 minutes of service
expensive theme in 4 of 74 analyzed reviews;
“Had a new Tankless Water Heater installed. Included running new gas lines & water lines.”
“They have the worst service that I ever had from a Heating & Cooling Business and they charged me over $200 for doing 2…”
Montani Mechanical Group
4.9·580 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.9Google·
BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
professional cited in 54 of 92 analyzed reviews
Water heater install priced lower than competitor
Techs work in extreme conditions
Concerns
1 review (Shawn tech) describes dismissive treatment of an…
“Dustin, Caden, Zach, and Alicia came to our house and worked outside in a blizzard for two days straight.”
“Shawn heard a leak under the house but said he wouldn't go further in the crawl space...”
A&P Plumbing LLC
4.9·244 reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness—arrived within 30 minutes on…
All 5 reviewers explicitly praise communication;
Handles complex jobs requiring expertise (pre-WWII gas line code…
Pricing discussed upfront and described as 'very reasonably…
“Kept me informed from start to finish”
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
BMS Heating and Cooling
4.9·356 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google·5.0Yelp
Strengths
fast_response theme in 18 of 100 reviews;
fair_pricing cited 11 times;
workmanship noted in 10 reviews;
Concerns
4 expensive theme mentions alongside fair_pricing
“Technician Andrew was pleasant, professional, and willing to spend extra time to troubleshoot multiple addition issues.”
NexAir Heating & AC Repair
5·214 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Prompt furnace diagnosis and repair in Hurricane before a cold…
themeCounts.professional=58 in 100 reviews
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Our furnace in Hurricane stopped working right before a cold evening, and NexAir Heating & AC Repair arrived promptly.”
Service Experts Hurricane
4.8·1.4k reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google·3.0Yelp
·3.0YelpStrengths
fast_response theme cited 16 times;
workmanship theme in 17 reviews;
Concerns
Installation damage (ceiling cracked, fingerprints on new vents)…
After-hours call-center poorly staffed: customer hung up on, put…
unprofessional theme noted;
“For the past year, Ricky has been the technician coming out to service our system, and he has been absolutely amazing.”
“During installation, they stepped on my ceiling and broke it without telling me. 3 weeks later I found it.”
Absten Services LLC
4.7·80 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.7Google·BBB A+
BBB A+Strengths
Sub-hour same-day response confirmed: called 7:40 AM, tech…
46 of 79 reviews cite professionalism
Long-term customer loyalty spanning decades
Concerns
Billing dispute: $349 for 40 min work just after listed 5 PM…
“I left a message with the office at 9am following loss of power in half of our home.”
“They refused to provide an itemized receipt.”
Foster Plumbing
4.2·24 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.2Google·5.0Yelp
·5.0YelpStrengths
Prices consistently land below the quote
Weekend availability confirmed
After-hours responsiveness: returned call within 10 minutes past…
Concerns
Post-visit harassment documented: called reviewer back…
One no-show on record with zero follow-up per…
“Whit returned my call within 10 minutes after 7pm and arrived before 9 am the next morning.”
“Came for an estimate and told us our house wasn't worth the amount of money it would cost for the repair.”
About Emergency Plumbing in South Charleston
South Charleston in Kanawha County sees its share of plumbing emergencies across every season. Winter brings frozen pipes, spring brings flooding, and aging infrastructure means sewer backups can happen any time.
Common Plumbing Emergencies in South Charleston
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 South Charleston does Fast Plumber Near Me track?
We currently track 15 emergency plumbers serving South Charleston, WV, drawing on 4,956 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 South Charleston, WV?
Plumbing Services Charleston West Virginia currently holds the highest Google rating among the South Charleston emergency plumbers we track (5★ across 7 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 South Charleston, WV?
Emergency plumber rates in South Charleston typically run $150–$300 for the service call, plus parts and labor; after-hours and weekend calls in Kanawha 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 South Charleston?
Most emergency plumbers serving South Charleston 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 South Charleston?
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 South Charleston — the listings on this page are ranked by responsiveness so you can reach one fast.
Are emergency plumbers in South Charleston available 24/7?
Yes — among the 15 plumbers we track in South Charleston, 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 South Charleston?
The most common plumbing emergencies in South Charleston, WV include burst or frozen pipes, water heater failures, sewer line backups, clogged drains, and gas line issues. Homes in Kanawha County can be especially prone depending on their age and construction.
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