Burtech Plumbing
Plumber · Encinitas, CA
Our verdict
4.7★ across 185 reviews; 1 of 5 analyzed is 1-star (warranty dispute on toilet install); reviewConsistency=0.36 (notably low); repipe of 4,000 sq ft home completed to customer spec; Josh saved customer $700 vs competitor quote.
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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
Competitive pricing: Josh's water pressure regulator bid was $700 lower than Bill Howe's quote; repipe job for 4,000 sq ft home priced in mid-range across multiple quotes
2 cited reviews
“The tech JOSH was professional, kind, and most of all honest. He gave me the estimate which was $700 lower than Bill Howes rip off estimate. The pricing was more than fair. Josh completed the job in 90 minutes.”
“Burtech Plumbing came out right before Thanksgiving for what we thought was a small leak. They were efficient and worked quickly. What really stood out to me was how willing they were to work with my specific requests.”
Complex repipe of 4,000 sq ft home completed per customer's specific stipulations (3-day timeline honored) with scheduling office responsive throughout
1 cited review
“Burtech Plumbing came out right before Thanksgiving for what we thought was a small leak. They were efficient and worked quickly. What really stood out to me was how willing they were to work with my specific requests.”
What reviewers report — the concerns
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Red flag
1-star review cites toilet installed improperly (required shimming noted by installer) and then failed at 14 months — just past the 1-year warranty window, with discount only offered after the review was posted
“14 months after installation. The toilet doesn't clog and works flawlessly. Previous toilet did not leak since newly installed in the 90s. I was beyond the 1 year warranty. Fair enough. If you want your toilet to last longer. I suggest considering another plumber.”
reviewConsistency=0.36 is the lowest in this batch; 1-star toilet warranty dispute in analyzed set — toilet failed 14 months post-install, just outside 1-year warranty, with customer alleging installation shimming issues
“14 months after installation. The toilet doesn't clog and works flawlessly. Previous toilet did not leak since newly installed in the 90s. I was beyond the 1 year warranty. Fair enough. If you want your toilet to last longer. I suggest considering another plumber.”
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
“14 months after installation. The toilet doesn’t clog and works flawlessly. Previous toilet did not leak since newly installed in the 90s. I was beyond the 1 year warranty. Fair enough. If you want your toilet to last longer. I suggest considering another plumber. (The $50 discount offered below was not offered during my discussion with your staff but rather only after my review. Maybe I should have …”
Positive
“I had an outstanding experience the team at Burtech Plumbing and specifically with JR, my service technician, who did a fantastic job fixing my plumbing issues. He was quick, courteous, and very friendly. Additionally, Krystal did a wonderful job scheduling the appointment and keeping me informed throughout the entire process. All of our plumbing needs were met, and I would highly recommend their services to anyone …”
“Called this company after getting a bid from Bill Howe that was so outrageous(like ripping me off outrageous). I was impressed that someone actually answered the phone and not some recording to stay on the line while the conglomerate redirected my call. Was able to make an appointment and within one day a technician was out to give me a bid on replacing the water pressure regulator. The tech JOSH was professional, …”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 185 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
Should you hire Burtech Plumbing?
Hire if
- You need transparent, predictable pricing with no surprise fees
- You need clear communication and upfront explanations
Think twice if
- You need airtight scheduling and guaranteed arrival times
- You need warranty-grade work on a complex or high-stakes install
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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