Dam Plumbing and Drain
Plumber · Dunedin, FL · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Dam Plumbing holds 4.9★ across 105 reviews with 85 of 89 analyzed at 5-star; Derrick and Chris named repeatedly for same-day dispatch (30 of 89 reviews cite fast_response), no trip fee, and Thanksgiving holiday service — but 1 review details 3 failed visits and a disputed $3,500 excavation push.
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Our opinion, based on the 89 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jun 2026 · How we decide ↗
Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.
What reviewers praise
themeCounts.fast_response=30; same-day dispatch in 14 of 89 reviews; no trip fee cited as key differentiator; Thanksgiving Day response for toddler-flushed pool ball confirmed
3 cited reviews
“Dam Plumbing is truly the best in the area. Derrick is incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. When we discovered a leak, he came out the same day, quickly diagnosed the issue, and immediately put a plan in place.”
“I chose Dam Plumbing because there wasn't a trip fee and they were very responsive. Chris arrived on time and explained potential costs before doing any work. He inspected my line and the issue was with my toilet which had the Flushmate assist feature. He offered me low cost alternatives such as replacing the valve or possibly the tank.”
“Dam Plumbing exceeded expectations. They came out on Thanksgiving for us after our toddler flushed a pool ball down the toilet. Professional, responsive, and efficient.”
themeCounts.communication=10; Derrick coordinated water restoration professionals next-day after a mold-threatening leak; Chris narrated camera scope findings and explained cost alternatives before starting any work
2 cited reviews
“Dam Plumbing is truly the best in the area. Derrick is incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. When we discovered a leak, he came out the same day, quickly diagnosed the issue, and immediately put a plan in place.”
“I chose Dam Plumbing because there wasn't a trip fee and they were very responsive. Chris arrived on time and explained potential costs before doing any work. He inspected my line and the issue was with my toilet which had the Flushmate assist feature. He offered me low cost alternatives such as replacing the valve or possibly the tank.”
themeCounts.fair_pricing=6 and no trip fee; toilet repair customer offered low-cost valve alternatives before recommending full replacement; 10 reviews cite cheap-plumber signals
1 cited review
“I chose Dam Plumbing because there wasn't a trip fee and they were very responsive. Chris arrived on time and explained potential costs before doing any work. He inspected my line and the issue was with my toilet which had the Flushmate assist feature. He offered me low cost alternatives such as replacing the valve or possibly the tank.”
Cited in 2 of the 89 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
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
Single 1-star review describes a potential upsell pattern: 3 failed visits, refusal to camera scope the line despite customer requests, then push for $3,500 excavation — resolved only after customer escalated
“I had a clog that backed up my kitchen sink, dishwasher, and washing machine for 3 weeks and flooded my kitchen twice. Dam Plumbing did limited investigation, showed up w wrong parts, and failed to unclog my entire kitchen over 3 visits. I paid a deposit of $375 and they tried to scam me out of several thousand $, wanting to dig a 10 ft hole in my yard.”
1 of 89 reviews (1-star) describes 3 separate failed visits to clear a clog — wrong parts brought, no camera scope offered despite repeated requests, and a $375 deposit held while proposing $3,500 excavation
“I had a clog that backed up my kitchen sink, dishwasher, and washing machine for 3 weeks and flooded my kitchen twice. Dam Plumbing did limited investigation, showed up w wrong parts, and failed to unclog my entire kitchen over 3 visits. I paid a deposit of $375 and they tried to scam me out of several thousand $, wanting to dig a 10 ft hole in my yard.”
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 1 of the 89 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Positive
“Derrick and Lucy at Dam Plumbing and Drain are great people to work with and true professionals. We refer work to each other regularly, and it’s been a solid partnership because I know their team takes care of our customers the right way. Whether it’s a service call, a larger plumbing issue, or plumbing work needed during a remodel, they’re reliable, responsive, and easy to communicate with. I trust them with anyone …”
“I recently had plumbing issues where my toilet would clog regularly. I checked several companies online and spoke to a few. I chose Dam Plumbing because there wasn’t a trip fee and they were very responsive. Chris arrived on time and explained potential costs before doing any work. He inspected my line and the issue was with my toilet which had the Flushmate assist feature which was crating the problem. He offered …”
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The rating picture
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
Should you hire Dam Plumbing and Drain?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Toilet repair and installation
Hire if
- You need fast same-day or after-hours response
- You need clear communication and upfront explanations
Think twice if
- You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
- 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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