Best No Hot Water Pros in Lakewood
#1
Avon Lake Plumbing
4.4No Hot Water: 94/100
“show up on time and get the job done right the first time”
#3Strong Hire
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8No Hot Water: 93/100
“on time, professional and pleasant...first impression was Trustworthy”
All No Hot Water Pros in Lakewood
Avon Lake Plumbing
4.4·82 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Avoid4.4Google
Strengths
Responsive to emergency calls with 30-minute arrival and quick…
3 of 5 reviewers report reliable same-day or next-day service on…
Concerns
Critical failure on $6,000 backwater valve installation: valve…
Admission of inadequate pre-installation inspection: Dennis later…
Potential fake reviews: reviewer notes office manager posted a…
Initial quotes on complex projects appear significantly…
Butts Plumbing
4.8·160 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
3 of 5 reviewers specifically praise fair or reasonable pricing,…
4 of 5 reviewers highlight excellent workmanship and quality of…
Sam and Collin mentioned by name in 3 reviews for…
Same-day response time noted in 1 review;
Concerns
No-show or abandoned job: technician measured for icemaker…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.2k reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day or emergency-hour response: 3 of 5 reviews specifically…
Technicians demonstrate high technical competence: solo water…
Excellent communication and customer respect: 4 of 5 reviews…
Strong repeat-customer loyalty: one reviewer reports 4 uses in 3…
Concerns
Pricing runs high relative to competitors: 2 of 5 reviews…
ASAP Plumbing
3.9·45 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick3.9Google
Strengths
4 of 5 reviews praise fair, transparent pricing and willingness…
3 of 5 reviews highlight on-time arrival and professional…
Team follows up post-job and cleans thoroughly;
Concerns
Responsiveness dimension scores only 69/100 despite high overall…
Initial phone responsiveness is inconsistent;
JD'S Plumbing LLC
4.8·98 reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews cite rapid…
Strong communication and professionalism: 3 of 5 reviewers…
High quality workmanship: 4 of 5 reviews describe work as…
Concerns
No price quotes offered upfront: 1 reviewer paid $460 and stated…
Pricing significantly above market: 1 review documents $460…
Mayes & Sons Plumbing Co.
4.6·192 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Water heater diagnosed and replaced same day in roughly 2 hours…
Repeat warranty-assignment customer specifically requested tech…
Emergency hot-water-tank call answered with a Friday visit, with…
Concerns
Tech reportedly damaged/removed a non-standard hose setup without…
2-star home-warranty review reports the first tech took offense…
Elie's Plumbing, Sewer & Drain
4.9·1.8k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day dispatch documented in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
Water heater capability: 2 of 5 reviews describe complete tank…
One reviewer flags rates as 'good for the current going rates in…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·1.0k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Frozen/burst pipe emergency with whole-house water loss resolved…
Water-heater workmanship cited in 2 of 5 reviews with specifics…
Diagnostic follow-through: one reviewer notes previous companies…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Neptune Plumbing
4.9·79 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day water-heater install booked Thursday morning, completed…
Job came in at the opening quote with no surprise charges…
Repeat-customer toilet drain fix designed to prevent re-clogs…
Concerns
Reviewer explicitly notes the service was at Neptune Plumbing &…
Free Flow Plumbing
4.9·295 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner John H. cited by name as returning for repeat work across…
Toilet leak resolved in under an hour after cross-town travel…
Small-business signals: techs remove shoes without being asked,…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Plumbing Tech
4.9·371 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Owner personally took a Sunday no-hot-water call and had a new…
Sends a photo of the technician before arrival
Honest quotes / reasonable prices called out specifically by a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
H. Jack's Plumbing and Heating
4.8·795 reviews·
In LakewoodGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Workmanship tagged in 4 of 5 sampled reviews on distinct jobs:…
Diagnostic thoroughness: 1 reviewer reports tech found a…
Quote was reported comparable to other quotes received on a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
1-800-Plumber +Air
4.8·224 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day water heater repair completed within 3 hours of arrival…
Fast scheduling cited in 2 of 5 sampled reviews (Joanna, Robert)
Technicians explain options and educate during the visit (Joia,…
Concerns
Leak in newly replaced under-sink pipes plus broken coupon…
1 of 5 sampled reviews describes a post-install leak callback…
Same review reports a promised $50 coupon that the technician…
K & S Mechanical, Plumbing & Drain
4.9·55 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer-line scoping and inspection chops cited by a full-time…
Tankless water-heater warranty service handled by Justin
Solved a plumbing problem after 'several companies came and…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Cleveland
4.8·4.3k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day scheduling cited in 3 of 5 reviews despite…
Tech Matt brought water heater install to code (added shut-off…
Concerns
Workmanship failure (cartridge installed upside-down, water…
Pricing complaints in 2 of 5 sampled reviews
2 of 5 reviews specifically call out high pricing
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 Lakewood during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Cuyahoga County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Lakewood?
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 Lakewood 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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