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No Hot Water in Lorain, OH

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Best No Hot Water Pros in Lorain

#1

Heart of Ohio HVAC, Plumbing and Electric

4.7No Hot Water: 95/100
#2

Avon Lake Plumbing

4.4No Hot Water: 94/100

show up on time and get the job done right the first time

#3Conditional Hire

Butts Plumbing

4.8No Hot Water: 94/100

All No Hot Water Pros in Lorain

Heart of Ohio HVAC, Plumbing and Electric

4.7·295 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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Excellent workmanship and technical honesty: 3 of 5 reviewers…
Professional communication and customer service: Technicians…
Responsive scheduling: At least 1 reviewer noted technician…
Concerns
Ownership/branding instability: Multiple reviews reference…
Pricing inconsistency: Quote of $75 increased to $175 on service…
Aggressive upselling: Technician delivered unsolicited sales…
Attention to detail issues: One technician adjusted customer's…

Avon Lake Plumbing

4.4·82 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
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4.8Google
160
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Solid pickSolid pick
3.9Google
45
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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·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Solid pickSolid pick
4.8Google
98
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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…

H. Jack's Plumbing and Heating

4.8·795 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
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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

American Plumbing

4.4·91 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pickSolid pick
4.4Google
91
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Strengths
Excellent emergency responsiveness—arrived within hours on a cold…
4 of 5 reviews praise workmanship quality and professionalism
Friendly, courteous staff and easy scheduling process
Concerns
1 of 5 reviews reports a significant pricing surprise (100%…
Communication failure between dispatcher and technician regarding…

Westland Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing

4.9·3.2k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
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Exceptional responsiveness: scheduled same-day or next-day, with…
Highly skilled technicians who diagnose complex systems…
Professional crews who maintain cleanliness during work and treat…
Competitive pricing noted explicitly by reviewers

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Esser Plumbing

4.9·338 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
338
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Strengths
Consistently punctual even in severe weather conditions.
First-time job completion without callbacks.
Named technicians (Travis, Thomas, Rob) demonstrate experience…
Exceptional cleanup and professionalism on complex jobs.

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Killeen Plumbing Company

4.9·467 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
467
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Strengths
Emergency response speed: Arrived within 2 hours on a burst pipe…
Transparent communication and customer education: Technicians…
Fair pricing consistency: Multiple reviewers explicitly praise…
Professional workmanship and site conduct: Technicians cover…

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Strongsville Plumbing & Sewer

4.3·11 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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11
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Strengths
Exceptional responsiveness: called back within hours on a Monday…
Skilled work when scope is clear: 3 reviewers specifically praise…
Reliable quote-to-final-bill accuracy: one customer confirmed…
Concerns
2 of 5 reviews report questionable judgment on job scope or…
Pricing fairness concerns: charged $450 for just over 1 hour of…
May defer minor repairs or overstate complexity: advised a leak…

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 Lorain during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Lorain County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Lorain?
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 Lorain 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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