No Hot Water in Spartanburg, SC
No hot water? Here's how to diagnose the problem and who to call.
Spartanburg County10 plumbers available
Best No Hot Water Pros in Spartanburg
#1Strong Hire
Frontline Plumbing
5No Hot Water: 92/100
“we decided to upgrade to a tankless water heater, and we could not be happier with the result.”
#2Strong Hire
KT Plumbing
4.9No Hot Water: 83/100
“Justin did a great job for us! KT Plumbing is responsive and professional. We have always been pleased. They are also reasonably priced.”
#3Strong Hire
One Call Plumbing
5No Hot Water: 70/100
“We've been using One Call Plumbing for years and can't say enough nice things about them! They are consistently friendly and prompt, and their work has always been thorough and well done. Their rates are reasonable and always explained in advance. Today's visit from Ethan (and i…”
All No Hot Water Pros in Spartanburg
Frontline Plumbing
5·76 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Tankless water heater upgrades cited with budget vs high-end…
After-hours 45+ minute drive on a 24-hour call
Saturday-evening main water line repair when no local companies…
Concerns
2 reviews flag surprise_fees
KT Plumbing
4.9·83 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast-response cited in 5 of 69 reviews
Workmanship and quality install praised in 13 of 69 reviews
Fair / reasonable pricing flagged in 6 of 69 reviews
Concerns
2 of 69 reviews are 1-star
Slow-response cited in 2 of 69 reviews
One Call Plumbing
5·291 reviews·
In SpartanburgGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fast-response cited in 15 of 98 reviews
Workmanship and quality install praised in 15 of 98 reviews
Fair / reasonable pricing flagged in 5 of 98 reviews
Concerns
Pricing flagged as expensive in 1 of 98 reviews
Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric
4.9·1.3k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Scheduling speed cited in 18 of 100 reviews
Honest diagnostic noted
Holiday commitment cited
Concerns
1-star Yelp alleges after-hours line hangs up on callers and that…
1-star Yelp describes 'very unprofessional and rude' interactions…
Chisholm Plumbing, AC & Furnace Repair
4.9·1.7k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Quoted price matched final bill in a plumber-cost review
Same-day dispatch confirmed
Workmanship cited in 22 of 100 reviews;
Concerns
1-star Yelp review alleges $1,629 job required 4 return trips,…
1-star Yelp review alleges $14,000 AC replacement quote when a…
Pricing flagged as high in 2 reviews including a Yelp 4-star…
Waldrop Plumbing - Heating - Air
4.8·7.5k reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
13 fast_response mentions including same-day quote-and-fix on…
Tech communication and tutorial-style explanations praised in…
Concerns
Customer paid $327 for a 20-minute shower handle reassembly and…
$1500 water-heater spout-drip quote where competitor charged…
Membership maintenance appointments repeatedly missed without…
7 expensive complaints including $1700 gas line install neighbor…
Morris-Jenkins
5·178 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid5.0Google
Strengths
Technicians arrive on time with ETA call-aheads
Polished communication and office coordination
Same-day availability confirmed
Concerns
Surprise-fee and upsell pattern: tech quoted $600 to replace…
Charges per visit without resolving the issue
Long-time customer reports a decline
Quoted $1200 to hydro-clean a root-clogged main line and $6700 to…
Local Plumber and HVAC
4.9·307 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast-response cited in 20 of 100 reviews
Workmanship and quality install praised in 17 of 100 reviews
Fair / reasonable pricing flagged in 5 of 100 reviews
Concerns
3 of 100 reviews are 1-star
Pricing flagged as expensive in 1 of 100 reviews
Staggs Plumbing Co
4.7·31 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Affordability is the dominant theme
Long-tenured family-owned operation with repeat customers (one…
Same-day response with on-time arrivals…
Concerns
One detailed 1-star account of 3-day delay, no-call arrival, and…
Thin volume - only 31 Google reviews total limits signal strength…
Five Star Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
4.8·4.8k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Showed up on a rainy Sunday morning for a burst pipe and gave…
Same-day Saturday dispatch happened even with a 2-hour drive time…
Tech diagnosed the issue, didn't charge, and coached the…
Concerns
Charged $1700 for a $7 part on a single-female senior, verified…
Customer out $800-$900 over a year on a heating job that still…
Reserves weekends for emergency call-outs only
Multiple reviewers report sticker-shock quotes
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 Spartanburg during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Spartanburg County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Spartanburg?
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 Spartanburg 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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