All Plumber Cost Pros in Athens
Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical
4.9·3.3k reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Reviewer praises promptness: 'they are always on time to complete…
Same-day plumbing fix: Shane obtained all parts and repaired…
Took a 9pm AC call and dispatched a tech next day with…
Concerns
Pricing concerns on Yelp: $6400 tankless bid with line-item Romex…
Disabled veteran reports Hiller refused to complete a…
Reviewer reports repeat callbacks: 'they have come out numerous…
J. Henry Plumbing, LLC
4.8·229 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-morning weekend response — Holly C.: '7:15am...
Cold rainy-night well-pump replacement
Septic work with yard leveling included
Concerns
Dennis L. (2-star) reports initial quote of $386 dropped to $185…
Stain Plumbing and Construction LLC
4.9·28 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
2 of 28 reviews specifically cite middle-of-night Sunday and…
Reviewers mention restaurant plumbing, offset toilet flanges,…
Multiple repeat customers (restaurant owner, Terry Chittam)…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Fuller Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical - Athens & Madison
5·44 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day post-holiday callout: customer called Tuesday afternoon…
12pm call answered 3 hours later
Concerns
Plumbing isn't their lead service
Huntsville Plumbing Inc
4.5·46 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid4.5Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Plumbpro Plumbing Services
4.6·35 reviews·
In AthensGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Heath and Christina specifically praised across 6+ years of…
Next-day shower repair and tankless servicing
Concerns
Recent (Nov 2025) detailed unprofessional-conduct complaint from…
1-star alleges tech Thomas was 'extremely unprofessional… rude,…
Bowers Plumbing Co Inc
5·951 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
30-minute arrival on a busted water heater (Laurel W.: 'they were…
Squeezed in 2 days early
Pressure-regulator quote-to-install confirmed at 20 minutes (Sean…
Concerns
Faith M. reports 90-day install warranty was used to refuse…
Angela C. (1-star): '2 weeks to replace water heater.
AllStar Plumbers, Inc.
4.4·66 reviews·
In AthensGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.4Google
Strengths
Natural-gas-leak response: utility company shut off gas…
30-minute Rinnai tankless water-heater diagnosis: Zach drove out,…
Whole-house remodel work passed city inspection in 3 days per…
Concerns
7 of 52 reviews (13.5%) at 1-star
1-star: $325 leaky-sink fix that still leaked, then $450 quote to…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Water Cleanup
4.7·1.8k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+8 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Same-day septic tank service including a Friday-night call…
BBB accredited with A+ rating in Huntsville;
Plumbing inspection request answered with a tech on site 30…
Concerns
Multiple distinct reviewers cite specific high quotes: $488 vs…
Workmanship complaint where a leak repair allegedly didn't…
One reviewer says a $488 quote for a clogged tub was beaten by Mr.
Another reviewer quoted $580 to replace a kitchen faucet they had…
Drain Go Plumbing
4.6·669 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Property-manager reviewer cites communication, pricing, and…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
1-Tom-Plumber
4.9·676 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-evening tankless water-heater diagnosis with two techs…
Same-hour water-heater replacement after evening failure
Repeat-customer follow-up
Concerns
Two 2-star reviews in 18-sample about nickel-and-dime billing and…
Brian C. (2-star) describes 4-visit pattern: 'try to nickel and…
Shellia S. (2-star) reports front-yard damage post-work: 'water…
Scott Plumbing LLC
4.8·1.3k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Fast arrival cited 18 times in 73 reviews
Sunday/weekend response confirmed — Anthony N.
Estimate-vs-actual price reliability
Concerns
Re-quote complaint after a July patch: Lisa T.
Pamela B. describes a $0-work visit where the company called back…
Workmanship complaints: Kenneth N.
Pricing concerns from 4-star reviewer Cathey S.: 'They do good…
Allstar Pro Services
4.8·36 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Tankless water heater Sunday-morning response in 15 minutes
Slab leak diagnostics: tech recommended a third-party leak…
Tech declined to charge for diagnostic visit when no plumbing…
Concerns
Yelp 1-star alleges lead-sharing scam: 'multiple different…
Communication issue on bath remodel: customer had to produce…
1 reviewer (3-star) describes wrong-size/style tub installed,…
Yelp $980 water-heater install: tech declined detailed itemized…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain
4.7·105 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Mother's Day Sunday call answered within 5 minutes;
Frozen-pipe water leak in a tight spot
Bitter-cold Saturday callout (Jarod Comier came early after…
Concerns
1-star: tech upselling pushiness
8AM-10AM appointment, tech didn't arrive until 11AM with no…
$575 septic-pump-and-filter-clean job called out as higher than…
A Plumber - Huntsville
5·4 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Reviewer explicitly notes pricing is reviewed before any work…
Same-day appointments confirmed (Pat V.: 'Called and an…
Concerns
Single 1-star sewer-pricing complaint (Anthony R., 2018)
One 1-star review disputes $700 charge for a sewer fitting + bag…
Common Plumber Cost Scenarios
Service Call Fee
Most plumbers charge $50-$150 just to show up and diagnose the issue. Some waive this fee if you hire them for the repair.
Hourly vs Flat Rate
Some plumbers charge hourly ($75-$150/hr), others quote flat rates per job. Flat rates give price certainty; hourly is better for quick fixes.
Emergency Surcharges
After-hours, weekend, and holiday calls typically cost 1.5-2x standard rates. Budget for this if your issue is time-sensitive.
Parts and Materials
Parts are usually marked up 15-50% over retail. For major jobs (water heaters, repiping), ask for an itemized quote separating labor from materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost in Athens, AL?
Plumber costs in Athens range from $75-$150/hour for standard work. Common jobs: drain cleaning $150-$450, toilet repair $100-$350, water heater replacement $1,200-$3,500, faucet replacement $200-$500. Emergency and after-hours rates are 1.5-2x standard.
Why do plumber prices vary so much in Athens?
Price differences in Athens come from: experience level, overhead (insurance, licensing, vehicles), demand, and business model (solo plumber vs franchise). A plumber charging $125/hr with 5-star workmanship is often better value than $75/hr with callbacks.
How do I avoid surprise plumbing charges?
Get a written estimate before work begins. Ask about diagnostic fees, hourly vs flat rates, and whether parts are included. Plumbers rated highest for pricing fairness below consistently give accurate upfront estimates.
Should I get multiple plumbing quotes in Athens?
For non-emergency work over $500 in Athens, getting 2-3 quotes is smart. Compare not just price but included warranty, timeline, and the plumber's pricing fairness score below. The cheapest quote isn't always the best value.
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