Advanced Plumbing Services
Plumber · Charlottesville, VA
Our verdict
Exceptionally fast emergency response with strong workmanship, but one major 2021 incident revealed significant quality control lapses on larger jobs.
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Ranked #12 of 15 plumbers we've reviewed in Charlottesville, VA · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 5 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jun 2026 · How we decide ↗
Only 5 reviews analyzed — treat this assessment as a first impression, not a track record.
What reviewers praise
4 of 5 reviewers praise exceptional speed and responsiveness, including next-day service on complex jobs and rapid arrival during emergencies
1 cited review
“triple checked to make sure it was fixed and done correctly”
Cited in 4 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 3 cited reviews not excerpted here.
4 of 5 reviewers highlight quality of work and attention to detail, with one noting technician 'triple checked' the fix to ensure correctness
1 cited review
“triple checked to make sure it was fixed and done correctly”
Cited in 4 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 3 cited reviews not excerpted here.
3 of 5 reviewers specifically mention fair pricing and affordability relative to area competitors
Cited in 3 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
Technicians Tim and Josh named individually by reviewers for professionalism and friendliness
1 cited review
“triple checked to make sure it was fixed and done correctly”
Cited in 3 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 2 cited reviews not excerpted here.
What reviewers report — the concerns
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Red flag
Single but extreme incident of poor job site conduct and sanitation (worker toilet left unflushed for two days during active job)
Cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
Red flag
One review alleges customer had to halt work mid-job to request correction of incomplete material replacement in certain areas, suggesting possible cutting corners or inadequate supervision
Cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
Red flag
High score variance (37 points) driven entirely by one 1/5 star rating vs. four 5/5 ratings; quality appears inconsistent across jobs or crews
Cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
One 2021 review documents multiple severe quality failures on a full-house replumbing job: incomplete material replacement despite being paid for it, improper pipe support, unsecured PEX installation, and debris left in crawl space requiring corrective work by another contractor
Cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“Used Advanced Plumbing Services as part of a home warranty call and they discovered that most of the CPVC throughout my home was cracked. Paid them outside of warranty service to replace ALL plumbing in the house...BIG MISTAKE! First, one of the workers decided they needed to use the toilet, leaving a massive #2 just sit in there for two days (because the water was off). Then, as work was going on I noticed they …”
Positive
“Advanced is by FAR are most pleasant, kind, punctual and reasonable plumbing service we've ever used! At my business we need plumbing work pretty regularly and we just used them for the first time for a pretty major job. They were phenomenal. They did a fantastic job and were well priced. Tim was such a kind knowledgeable tech. Couldn't be more pleased! Thank you to the Advanced Team for such a great experience! 10 …”
“Above and beyond service! Replaced our well pump (600ft), with next day service, fast, efficient and so polite. We have finally found our forever plumber! Highly recommend this company!!”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 50 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
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