Austin's Greatest Plumbing
Plumber · Buda, TX · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Fast-responding local shop with stellar technician reviews, but one customer reported being charged for unnecessary work and a security lapse.
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Ranked #2 of 15 plumbers we've reviewed in Buda, TX · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 104 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jul 2026 · How we decide ↗
Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.
What reviewers praise
Exceptional same-day and rapid emergency response—multiple reviewers report arrival within 1 hour or same-day service on short notice
Cited in 4 of the 104 reviews we analyzed.
Technicians consistently praised for professionalism, patience, and clear explanation of work—6 reviewers explicitly mention communication quality and thoroughness
1 cited review
“Dependable and excellent, patient and helpful at every step”
Cited in 6 of the 104 reviews we analyzed — 5 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Owner involvement in customer service—Rachel (co-owner) explicitly noted for flexibility and logistics support in complex jobs
Cited in 2 of the 104 reviews we analyzed.
Fair pricing mentioned in 3 reviews; one reviewer noted 'very reasonable pricing' and another praised 'very fair cost' on short notice
Cited in 3 of the 104 reviews we analyzed.
What reviewers report — the concerns
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Red flag
Security concern: one customer reported technician left lockbox with house key completely open and unsecured
Cited in 1 of the 104 reviews we analyzed.
Red flag
Follow-up failure: same customer reported promised callback from plumber about incomplete/unbilled services was not honored initially, though issue was eventually resolved by owners
Cited in 1 of the 104 reviews we analyzed.
One reviewer reported being charged for unnecessary re-piping and false claim of damage
“charged for unnecessary re-piping and false claim of damage”
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 2 of the 104 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“I am extremely disappointed in the lack of transparency and the "scare tactics" used by this company. I called them for a slow-draining sink. They first insisted on a full re-pipe under the sink to fix a leak "the right way." Once that was paid for and finished, the technician claimed the kitchen sink line appeared "broken or badly damaged." I was charged for this diagnosis, only for them to eventually find that …”
Positive
“I was promised to call back from a plumber today about services that were on the bid that I accepted to be performed at my house that were not completed. I also believe I was charged for the services. No one has been in contact with me additionally, when the plumber came he left the lock box with the key to my home completely open for anyone to come up and take the key. So far, I am very displeased with my service …”
“Huge shout-out to Gary and the team at Austin's Greatest Plumbing! They replaced our water heater, upgraded our system, and fixed a leak. Their communication was top-notch--they proactively called me with part updates and scheduled the repair immediately once they arrived. Professional, knowledgeable, and reliable. Our water system is working better than ever! (Now we can take hour long shower without worrying about …”
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The rating picture
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
Across platforms
Should you hire Austin's Greatest Plumbing?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
Hire if
- You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
- You need fast same-day or after-hours response
Think twice if
- You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
- You need detailed walkthroughs and written estimates before work starts
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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