All Plumber Cost Pros in Fairfax
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7·7.1k reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle 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…
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.6·8.3k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Weekend and same-day water heater replacement
Techs offer alternate routes that avoid demolition
Stands behind work — returned promptly to redo a guest toilet…
Concerns
Some reviewers cite pricing concerns alongside otherwise positive…
DB's Plumbing and Drain®
4.9·2.1k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Aaron F. dispatched late in the day for a sewage-backup hazmat…
Diagnosed a broken sewage drain that a prior company couldn't…
Marv J. named specifically across multiple visits
Concerns
1 of 91 reviews documents a high-price complaint after a roughly…
$600 charged for installing one angle stop and rebuilding a…
Pioneer Plumbers
5·125 reviews·
In FairfaxGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Price-matched a lower competing quote on a garbage disposal…
Worked over 12 hours straight on extensive single-home job while…
Sunday inquiry got prompt weekend response and on-time arrival…
Concerns
Initial price quotes can come in high
Hicks Plumbing Services
4.8·348 reviews·
In FairfaxGoogle 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…
Baumbach Plumbing & Remodeling services llc
4.9·117 reviews·
In FairfaxGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
After-hours dispatch repeatedly cited
Owner walked a customer through shutting off the water line by…
Diagnostic honesty flagged
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·130 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Tackles drain jobs other plumbers refused
Beats competing water-line repair estimates by more than $3K in…
Walks customers through weekend safety steps before booking
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air Inc
4.9·3.0k reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle 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
PlumberBee
5·97 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Faucet and fixture work cited in 21 of 99 reviews
Multi-task visits — one reviewer had faucet, garbage disposal,…
Heat-pump water heater install followed up by call-back two…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Sirone Plumbing Services
4.9·107 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle 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
John R Plumbing LLC – Emergency Plumbing, Water Heater & Drain Service
4.9·197 reviews·
7 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
OTECH Plumbing & HVAC
5·13 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Weekend/after-hours dispatch documented
Property-manager retention
Diagnostic correction documented
Concerns
themeCounts.poor_workmanship=2 and slow_response=4 of 69 reviews
2020 Drain Clean & Plumbing
4.9·377 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Re-piped an entire house at 'an incredible price' after stopping…
Le cleared a bath sink clog two previous plumbers couldn't, then…
Tankless water heater diagnosed and replaced quickly at a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mint Plumbing LLC
4.9·71 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle 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
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.8k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+1 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Field supervisor onsite within an hour for a lower-level bathroom…
Same-day emergency plumber dispatch with a temp fix while waiting…
Concerns
Pattern of techs not providing estimates before starting work and…
Reports of minimum labor charges around $380 and refusals to do…
Pricing is the consistent complaint
Late arrivals — one reviewer reports the tech showed up 30…
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 Fairfax, VA?
Plumber costs in Fairfax 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 Fairfax?
Price differences in Fairfax 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 Fairfax?
For non-emergency work over $500 in Fairfax, 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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