No Hot Water in East Hartford, CT
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Best No Hot Water Pros in East Hartford
#1
Roach Plumbing/Heating & Well Systems: an RWA Well Service Company
5No Hot Water: 96/100
“They are responsive, patient, and do excellent work.”
#2
Advance Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.8No Hot Water: 95/100
“Very neat install of heat exchanger. No mess left behind, another great job.”
#3
P & M Plumbing Contractors
5No Hot Water: 94/100
“Water heater installed flawlessly, passed inspection”
All No Hot Water Pros in East Hartford
Roach Plumbing/Heating & Well Systems: an RWA Well Service Company
5·61 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
Emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviewers specifically praise…
Pricing significantly below market: 2 reviewers mention beating…
Consistent professionalism and knowledge: 4 of 5 reviews mention…
Same-day service capability: 2 reviewers report same-day or…
“Roach never fails to call us back quickly and works to send someone timely.”
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Advance Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.8·694 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Fast emergency response: arrived within 70 minutes of morning…
Exceptional technical knowledge, especially on complex systems…
Consistently clean, meticulous workmanship with attention to…
Strong office communication and support;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses;
“Very neat install of heat exchanger. No mess left behind, another great job.”
P & M Plumbing Contractors
5·20 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
5 of 5 reviewers praise on-time arrival and prompt response
4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention clear communication and…
3 of 5 reviewers note fair or better-than-expected pricing
High-complexity work (water heater installation, basement…
“Water heater installed flawlessly, passed inspection”
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Hartford Mechanical
4.9·100 reviews·
In East HartfordGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
Consistent quality and professionalism: all 5 reviews highlight…
Fair pricing: 3 reviewers explicitly mention reasonable rates,…
On-time arrival and quick turnaround: 2 reviewers mention showed…
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Joe the Plumber
4.7·673 reviews·
In East HartfordGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
Rapid response and faster-than-expected job completion: 4 of 5…
Exceptional workmanship quality with meticulous attention to…
Professional communication and transparency: 4 of 5 reviewers…
Exceptional cleanliness and professionalism: multiple reviews…
Concerns
Pricing fairness contradiction: dimension score of 0 conflicts…
“Very easy to schedule with no long wait times”
Mylo Plumbing & Heating Inc.
4.8·23 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews specifically…
Strong listener and needs-assessment: Multiple reviewers praise…
Willing to go above scope: Came out on Friday night 'on their way…
Courteous and professional crew: All 5 reviews mention…
“reasonably priced”
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Delponte Plumbing & Heating
4.9·695 reviews·
In East HartfordGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
Same-day or immediate emergency response: 3 of 5 reviews…
Transparent pricing and no pressure tactics: 3 reviewers…
Thorough troubleshooting and preventive recommendations:…
Consistent repeat customer satisfaction: 2 reviewers mention…
“Troubleshoots until problem solved and goes above and beyond”
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
House Bros. Plumbing Contractors Inc.
4.7·26 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviewers…
Consistent fair pricing: 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention…
Reliable for repeat customers: 2 reviewers describe multiple…
Fast appointment scheduling and completion: 3 of 5 reviews…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
SM Mechanical Services LLC
4.8·682 reviews·
In East HartfordGoogle Verified
+5 more
Strengths
All 5 reviews (100%) praise responsiveness and speed—including…
4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention technician expertise, clear…
Multiple repeat customers and multi-year relationships indicate…
Professional site conduct noted: cleanup, tarps, respect for…
Concerns
Pricing fairness scored 0/100 despite 4.8★ Google rating—zero…
“arrived promptly as scheduled and took his time to diagnose”
Beacher McNeal Plumbing & Well Pump Service
4.6·122 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews highlight…
High-quality workmanship and transparency: 3 reviewers…
Handles complex systems: Successfully replaced entire 1978 well…
Concerns
Potential upselling on major equipment: Customer alleges…
“At my house so quickly, found the problem right away.”
“Oversized tank sold for profit, extremely oversized for my small home.”
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·1.3k reviews·
In East HartfordGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Exceptional responsiveness: answered call by live person (not…
4 of 5 reviewers specifically praise politeness, professionalism,…
Proactive communication: technician explained root cause of…
Strong Google rating of 4.8/5 across 1,258 reviews indicates…
Concerns
With only 5 reviews analyzed, one instance of workmanship…
“work was well done, very polite and friendly”
Ray Page Plumbing, Inc.
4.9·965 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
All 5 reviews are 5-star ratings with consistent praise for…
Demonstrated same-day and on-time arrival capability in emergency…
Technicians provide transparent pricing with upfront quotes…
Staff named multiple times by reviewers (Eddie, Cole, Luke,…
“He gave me quotes for each repair before starting the work.”
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Degree Heating and Cooling
4.8·1.6k reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Outstanding responsiveness: 4 of 5 reviews mention same-day or…
Strong technical workmanship: 3 reviews specifically praise…
Excellent customer communication: multiple reviews highlight…
Concerns
Quote-to-final bill discrepancy: 1 of 5 reviews shows technician…
Inconsistent pricing transparency: reviewer was charged a $100…
High parts markup: same review indicates belt purchased for ~$34…
“Professional, thorough, went above and beyond, attention to detail”
Mr. Handyman of Norwich, New London and Glastonbury
4.9·258 reviews·
In East HartfordGoogle Verified
+2 more
Strengths
Same-day completion on multiple jobs;
Consistently clean work and professional demeanor across all 5…
Transparent communication during delays;
Responsive management (Cody W specifically noted as 'very…
Concerns
Pricing runs notably higher than competitors;
“delays were quickly communicated and managed well”
Service Relief
4.8·314 reviews·
In East HartfordGoogle Verified
+4 more
Strengths
All 5 reviews praise professional, clean workmanship with…
4 of 5 reviews highlight transparent communication—technicians…
Honest pricing practices;
Multiple reviews praise respect for property and cleanliness…
Concerns
Responsiveness dimension scored 0/100 with no supporting review…
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
“Workmanship was clean, professional, properly sealed, completed exactly as it should be”
Common No Hot Water Scenarios
Check the Pilot Light
For gas water heaters: look through the viewing window. If the pilot is out, follow the relighting instructions on the unit. If it won't stay lit, the thermocouple may need replacing.
Check the Breaker
For electric water heaters: check if the breaker tripped. Reset it once. If it trips again, there's an electrical issue — call a plumber.
Check for Leaks
Look around the base of the water heater for pooling water. A leaking tank is urgent and may need replacement.
Wait 30 Minutes
If the water heater was recently turned off or the pilot went out, it takes 30-60 minutes to reheat. If hot water doesn't return, call a pro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I have no hot water?
Common causes: tripped breaker or blown fuse (electric), pilot light out (gas), failed thermostat, broken heating element, sediment buildup, or a leaking tank. Age is also a factor — water heaters last 8-12 years.
Is no hot water an emergency?
It's urgent but not dangerous (unlike a gas leak). In East Hartford during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Hartford County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in East Hartford?
Common fixes: thermostat replacement $100-$200, heating element $150-$300, thermocouple $100-$200. If the tank itself is leaking, replacement runs $1,200-$3,500 depending on type and size.
How long does water heater repair take?
Most water heater repairs in East Hartford take 1-2 hours. Element or thermostat replacement is quick. Full water heater replacement takes 2-4 hours for a tank unit, 4-8 hours for tankless conversion.
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