Angler Plumbing
Plumber · Newark, DE
Our verdict
Fast emergency response and meticulous workmanship, but pricing is steep and one serious quality/accountability incident raises concerns about oversight.
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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
Exceptional responsiveness: same-day service during holiday weekend and consistent on-time arrivals over 10+ years
Cited in 2 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
High-quality workmanship and attention to detail: 3 reviewers praise thorough work, cleanliness, and problem-solving (including fixing previous owner's poor drain design)
Cited in 3 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
What reviewers report — the concerns
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Red flag
Quality/liability failure: replaced drain with 'cheap imitation' without authorization, cracked customer's $7,500 Bathfitter tub, and refused to stand behind work
Cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
Red flag
Driver safety violation: plumber cited for distracted driving and responded with aggression rather than accountability—pattern suggests potential quality-control gaps
“driver became very belligerent and rude, instead of admitting fault”
Pricing fairness is a significant concern: dimension score of 15/100 suggests substantially above-market rates
Inconsistent accountability: when confronted about driver misconduct, crew became 'belligerent and rude instead of admitting fault'
“driver became very belligerent and rude, instead of admitting fault”
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 2 of the 5 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“Wouldn't waste my time . They might be good at a job, but their professionalism when addressing " distracted " drivers and the fact that one, breaking the law, and two, when confronted about it, driver became very belligerent and rude, instead of admitting fault and putting down the phone while he was driving. Figure if he, they are going to allow something so simple to be disregarded, that probably will muss …”
“I hired this contractor to replace a leaking pipe from my tub drain to the down flow pipe. They replaced the Bathfitter drain with a cheap imitation and in the process cracked my fiberglass tub. I did not request that the drain be replaced and they refuse to stand behind their inferior work. This is what Angler Plumbing's cheap imitation drain they installed in my $7500 Bathfitter tub looks like after a year of …”
Positive
“Prompt, efficient and clean. My kitchen sink stopped up during the holiday weekend, and the plumber came the same day that I called for service. They fixed the problem, and they were very clean. They put tarp down on the kitchen floor to make sure that the splash from the unclogging didn’t get on the floor, and they even clean the inside cabinets with bleach spray to make sure there was not a drop of splash from …”
“I've been using Angler Plumbing for over 10 years now, and I can honestly say they are one of the most reliable and professional companies I've ever worked with. Whether it's been routine maintenance, emergency repairs, or bigger plumbing projects, their team has always shown up on time, treated my home with respect, and delivered top-quality work. What really stands out is their consistency. After a full decade, …”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 19 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Jan 2026.
Should you hire Angler Plumbing?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
Hire if
- You need fast same-day or after-hours response
- You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
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 warranty-grade work on a complex or high-stakes install
Look elsewhere if
- You're highly price-sensitive
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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Nearby: Newark · Middletown · Concordville · Cochranville