Allen Service
Plumber · Fort Collins, CO · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Excellent workmanship and communication with individual technicians, but massive pricing variance—Google loves them while Yelp warns of markups 200-500% above market rate and aggressive upselling.
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Ranked #13 of 15 plumbers we've reviewed in Fort Collins, CO · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 283 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated May 2026 · How we decide ↗
Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.
What reviewers praise
Technicians consistently praised for knowledge, politeness, and thoroughness. 8 reviews highlight specific technicians (Tyler, Tony, Nate, Gregory, Joey, Jasmine, Chris, Mark, Shiloh) going above and beyond with explanations and honesty.
1 cited review
“They found the issue quickly and efficiently.”
Cited in 8 of the 283 reviews we analyzed — 7 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Multiple reviewers (5 reviews) explicitly note lack of high-pressure sales tactics and honest recommendations avoiding unnecessary upsells.
1 cited review
“They found the issue quickly and efficiently.”
Cited in 5 of the 283 reviews we analyzed — 4 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Google rating of 4.8/5 across 6,586 reviews and BBB A+ accreditation with zero complaints in past 3 years indicates strong overall satisfaction at scale.
What reviewers report — the concerns
Other directories bury these. We think you should read them before you call. Every concern below comes from the reviews it cites.
Red flag
Reliability/scheduling failures in 4 reviews: two no-show appointments with no call (Ba6lCtpPbBgpPVYaqd97, LZDCvH4c3yUoaHDdp6aj), emergency response missed promised window by 2+ hours (zlTTb679HYLXEbjcGz5A), and technician not arriving within quoted window (ARdbGHZUOfjrUMydkQUx per dimension analysis).
Cited in 4 of the 283 reviews we analyzed.
Red flag
Workmanship quality concerns in 3 reviews: technician broke a pipe during repair and blamed customer (uAWxBby9OudAl8F7Tblx), $5,000 work found not up to code by second plumber (obR1R3sdXo1dwJu4F8TH), and furnace service failed to resolve issue that recurred within a month (cJKkld68ytwNeqWaiT58).
Cited in 3 of the 283 reviews we analyzed.
Red flag
Administrative/follow-through failures in 2 reviews: open city permit never closed after excavation work, weeks of service delays, and video documentation not provided despite customer request (IYxq7afFgwIre9ntB0Tu).
Cited in 1 of the 283 reviews we analyzed.
Severe pricing discrepancies documented in 10 Yelp reviews. Examples: $2,700 quoted for $650 water heater (TRprDUrDryYzxJJP4Kh9), $465 for 30-45 min job with $25 materials (lotwSMVHjulDn2aqbsaW), $3,500 for install another company did for $2,000 (s94Z5VpHCljJu8bPY3mM), $1,300 for one-hour plumbing work others charged $430 (HlvdF5opwHtImVrslIox).
Cited in 6 of the 283 reviews we analyzed.
Pattern of aggressive upselling documented in 4 reviews: pushing unnecessary replacements (furnace/AC when $110 repair would suffice), financing tactics to maximize job scope, and conditional pricing on product choice (warranty only if purchasing their Moen, not customer's Kohler).
Cited in 4 of the 283 reviews we analyzed.
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 16 of the 283 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“We had Allen out to service our furnace one month ago. We paid $186. On the coldest night of the year the heater went out. It's -14 out and the furnace is showing the same error code from last month. We have a 1 year old in the house. This isn't what I paid for. Would never recommend to anyone.”
“After having good service with Allen before I figured I would reach out for a quote. I originally scheduled an appointment online to have Allen come give me a quote on a whole house humidifier. They called said the time and day I got online won't actually work so they needed to rescheduled. So they did for a week later. The day of the new appointment I took off work so I could be around. In the afternoon I got a …”
“To Whom It May Concern: Do not use Allen Plumbing and Heating, it is a terrible company in Fort Collins and they are not trustworthy. They are disrespectful and rude, pushy, and did not follow through, and they use unethical financing, scare tactics, and bait and switch tactics. Here is what I experienced with them: 1. Last year we had issues with a clog downstairs in our in our old town home, and could not do …”
Positive
“Tyler installed a new whole water filtration system in our home. Tyler was amazing. He looked at our entire system, offered many different solutions and price points. Walked through each system and answered all questions. He did not pressure any kind if decision. After choosing the filter that would work best, he scheduled the install. It turned out way better than expected. The plumbing is very clean and orderly. …”
“I called Allen Service to help diagnose and fix an electrical issue at my house. They were super nice and accommodating over the phone. The tech who came out, Tony, was really great. Got the work all done the same day. Easy to work with and very professional. Allen Service (and Tony) are my go-to for anything electrical now. Highly recommend!”
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The rating picture
Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.
Newest review in our sample: Mar 2026.
Across platforms
Extreme divergence: Google 4.8/5 vs. Yelp 2.1/5—a 2.7-star gap. Google reviews emphasize technician quality and honesty; Yelp reviews are dominated by pricing complaints (200-500% markups), aggressive upselling, and failed emergency response. This pattern suggests either different customer segments (Google skews residential maintenance; Yelp skews emergency/installation) or selective review moderation.
Should you hire Allen Service?
Hire if
- You need high-quality work that holds up over time
- You need clear communication and upfront explanations
Think twice if
- You need predictable, consistent service across every visit
- You want detailed upfront explanations
- You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
- You need airtight scheduling and guaranteed arrival times
Look elsewhere if
- You're highly price-sensitive
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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