Best No Hot Water Pros in Herndon
#1Conditional Hire
Vito Services
4.7No Hot Water: 100/100
“He was respectful and helpful in getting our furnace working”
#2Strong Hire
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.7No Hot Water: 95/100
“cleanly replaced my old, dead garbage disposal with total professionalism and precision.”
#3Conditional Hire
Hicks Plumbing Services
4.8No Hot Water: 94/100
“worked late after dark and came back again multiple times to ensure things were handled properly”
All No Hot Water Pros in Herndon
Vito Services
4.7·1.4k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
All 5 reviews praise professionalism, courtesy, and technical…
4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention clean, neat work and attention…
Emergency responsiveness proven: answered on holiday early…
Multiple reviews highlight clear communication and detailed…
Concerns
Pricing fairness dimension scored 0/100 in analysis, but zero…
Not enough data to identify pricing or cost concerns—all 5…
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.7·6.3k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Arrives within stated timeframe;
Identifies and alerts to serious safety hazards beyond the…
Provides honest estimates without pressure to upsell unnecessary…
Combines professionalism with attention to detail (floor…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Hicks Plumbing Services
4.8·348 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Reviewer specifically noted Hicks was the only firm to send a…
Easter Sunday and holiday dispatch documented with on-call…
15-year repeat customer relationships cited;
Tony declined to charge a customer for a 15-minute educational…
Concerns
One reviewer noted prices ran 'a bit higher than expected' though…
O'Neill Bros. Plumbing
5·40 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
All 5 reviewers praise speed and same-day or next-day service,…
3 of 5 reviews explicitly note fair or competitive pricing, with…
Crew provides clear explanation of options and avoids upselling;
Technicians are knowledgeable and answer customer questions…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
James Plumbing Services Rockville MD
5·19 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
All 5 reviews award 5-star ratings with no negative feedback…
Proactive diagnostics: technician identified hidden issues before…
Transparent pricing—refrained from charging for non-essential…
Reliable scheduling: arrived within promised service window and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Michael & Son Services
4.9·1.7k reviews·
In HerndonGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or near-immediate dispatch on emergencies (deep-freeze…
Techs walk customers through options and findings before working
Handles cross-trade jobs (plumbing + HVAC + electrical) under one…
Concerns
First tech occasionally can't resolve issue, requiring a second…
John R Plumbing LLC – Emergency Plumbing, Water Heater & Drain Service
4.9·197 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Multiple reviewers describe John responding within an hour to…
Tankless water heater conversions mentioned by 3+ reviewers with…
Repeat customers — 4+ reviewers mention using him 'multiple…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
ASAP Plumbing LLC
5·12 reviews·
In HerndonGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
One reviewer credits them with stopping a 'nightmare water damage…
Whole-house bathroom plumbing replacements praised by repeat…
Water heater replacement reviewer specifically called out clean…
Concerns
Only 12 Google reviews total
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
5·239 reviews·
In HerndonGoogle Verified
+2 more
Proceed with care5.0Google
Strengths
Single tech (Jaime Moreno) named in 20+ of the most recent…
On-time arrivals with 40-minute heads-up calls reported
Water heater, repipe specialties scored 89 and 88 respectively
Concerns
Severe cross-platform discrepancy: Google 5.0 vs Yelp 2.6…
Quality apparently hinges on one named tech (Jaime)
Yelp rating sits at 2.6 (14 reviews) versus Google 5.0 (239)
Multiple reviewers explicitly note 'prices kind of high' even…
The Plumbing Dr
4.7·358 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
BBB-accredited A+ with 46 years in business
Named techs (Dr. Ture, Trey) repeatedly get callouts for thorough…
Strong specialty signal for water heater (89) and emergency (91)…
Concerns
Mixed reports on whether the same level of service holds across…
A reviewer reports a $341 overrun on a $1,190 quoted pipe…
One reviewer describes a 90-minute late arrival followed by a…
Mint Plumbing LLC
4.9·71 reviews·
In HerndonGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Diagnosed and fixed a Navien combi boiler that 5 prior plumbers…
Showed up immediately on two separate emergency calls
Warranties work for a year and returned to fix a small water…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Sirone Plumbing Services
4.9·107 reviews·
In HerndonGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Resolved a month-long sewage smell by locating an incorrectly…
Replaced water heater coils next day in a tight maneuver and…
Quote outlined clearly with 'no upselling, no surprises' on a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mallick Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.9·2.1k reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Careful, clean installations
Handles large pipe replacement and corrosion repair
Coordinates with appliance installers on gas hookups for new…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7·7.1k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Online booking to on-site arrival in 2 hours
Live-tracker for tech ETA repeatedly mentioned as a…
Strong on water heaters (specialty score 84), drains (90), and…
Concerns
One reviewer notes appointment confirmations didn't arrive until…
Pricing-fairness score of 65 reflects specific notes that work…
Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air Inc
4.9·3.0k reviews·
In HerndonGoogle Verified
+1 more
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Repipe specialty score (90) and main sewer line replacement work…
Repeat customers mention specific techs by name (Kyle Roth,…
BBB A+ accredited, 12 years in business
Concerns
Emergency specialty score (27) is unusually low
Same-day cancellations on confirmed appointments cited in 1+…
One Yelp review reports a same-day cancellation at 12:48 PM after…
A reviewer alleges Cardinal deletes negative reviews
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 Herndon during cold months, no hot water is more urgent — frozen pipe risk increases. Most water heater pros in Fairfax County offer same-day repair.
How much does it cost to fix no hot water in Herndon?
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 Herndon 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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