No Hot Water in St. Petersburg, FL
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Pinellas County15 plumbers available
Best No Hot Water Pros in St. Petersburg
#1Conditional Hire
Saint Pete Plumbing LLC
4.9No Hot Water: 97/100
“huge replumbing job and did impeccable work”
#2Conditional Hire
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9No Hot Water: 97/100
“work was done quickly and left the work site clean”
All No Hot Water Pros in St. Petersburg
Saint Pete Plumbing LLC
4.9·873 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast emergency response with remote coordination…
4 of 5 reviews praise workmanship quality, including complex jobs…
Competitive pricing relative to market—described as 'on par or…
Strong communication and customer service when engaged—multiple…
Concerns
Structural damage from negligent work on fixture installation…
Post-job leak requiring return visit for repair, suggesting…
Follow-up and callback failures—customer signed agreement for…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·1.6k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast emergency response: One reviewer called at 6:30 PM Friday…
Thorough diagnostics and problem-solving: 4 of 5 reviews…
Customer engagement during repairs: Multiple reviews mention…
Professionalism and attitude: 4 of 5 reviews specifically praise…
Concerns
Pricing fairness dimension scored 0/100 with no supporting…
Service scope limitations: One reviewer encountered a situation…
Pearce’s Plumbing Services
4.9·71 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Transparent, competitive pricing: multiple reviewers cite fair…
Handles both emergency and complex large-scale jobs: re-piped…
Meticulous workmanship and attention to detail: 5 of 5 reviews…
Quick response and efficiency: multiple recent reviews…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Home Love Plumbing
4.9·367 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day emergency response: 2 of 5 reviewers…
Won't leave a job incomplete: Reviewer explicitly states plumber…
Transparent communication throughout the process: 3 of 5 reviews…
Exceeds basic job scope: Multiple reviews mention extra work…
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Coral Pelican Plumbing
4.8·214 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: called at 10:30pm Sunday…
Goes beyond scope of work during estimates: checked water…
Transparent pricing communication: explains cost differences…
All 3 verified plumbing reviews rate 5/5 and praise technician…
Concerns
2 of 5 analyzed reviews (OmiiCuB9fn0TGBTYyI2x,…
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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
4.8·935 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Emergency responsiveness: Contacted customer within 30 minutes of…
Same-day service completion: All 5 reviewers report jobs…
Pricing competitiveness: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly praise fair or…
Thorough explanation and customer education: Multiple reviewers…
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Woodson Plumbing
5·149 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
5 of 5 reviewers report exceptional speed—same-day arrival,…
Pricing fairness mentioned explicitly in 3 reviews;
4 of 5 reviews highlight professionalism, cleanliness, and…
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The Drain Team
4.8·616 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Exceptional same-day and next-day emergency availability: 3 of 5…
Work completed right the first time with no callbacks: Multiple…
Honest upfront pricing and transparent communication: 3 reviews…
Proactive problem-spotting during service calls: Technicians…
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Bearded Plumber
4.9·207 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Professional workmanship and attention to detail—5 of 5 reviews…
Fair, transparent pricing—4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention…
Reliable and punctual—reviewers note they 'show up on time,'…
Goes beyond basic service—actively advocated with warranty…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Rooter-Man Plumbing and Septic
4.8·287 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
All 5 reviewers praise responsiveness and availability—one…
4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention fair or reasonable pricing with…
All 5 reviews highlight professional, courteous technicians by…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.0k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Next-day or same-morning emergency appointments: One reviewer…
Technicians go beyond standard fixes: Multiple reviewers praised…
Consistent professionalism across locations and staff: One…
Website coupons and discounts available: One reviewer saved money…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses—all 5 reviews are 5-star…
Slaughter Plumbing Service, Inc.
4.4·185 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.4Google
Strengths
Significantly cheaper than competitors—one reviewer reported…
Honest, non-pressured advice—technician recommended repair over…
Fast diagnosis and completion—water heater issue diagnosed in…
Thorough in-person assessments—only company to send technician…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
McGill Plumbing & Water Treatment, Inc.
4.7·516 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Same-day water-heater + plumbing rescue over the holidays for a…
Camera inspection of a 20-year drain buildup saved a…
Showroom/parts department is a differentiator
Concerns
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Clearwater Plumbing Inc
4.3·124 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.3Google
Strengths
Same-day water-heater replacement after a leak
5-hour turnaround on an emergency water-heater install with a…
Concerns
On a 124-review profile, the 1-star Christmas-Eve no-callback +…
Alvarez Plumbing & Air Conditioning
4.8·2.5k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day response is the consistent pattern
Specific techs called out by name and asked for by repeat…
Knowledgeable tankless sizing and HVAC consultation
Concerns
HVAC install on one job needed multiple tries to pass inspection…
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 St. Petersburg during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Pinellas County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in St. Petersburg?
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 St. Petersburg 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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