Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
Plumber · Newark, CA
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Our verdict
133-review sole operator at 5.0 stars; fast_response in 22 of 100 analyzed reviews, same-day sewer clears on holiday weekends, 30-day fix-or-refund guarantee — 1 Yelp reviewer reports an aggressive response to a quote request.
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Our opinion, based on the 100 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jun 2026 · How we decide ↗
What reviewers praise
fast_response in 22 of 100 analyzed reviews; sewer cleared same day on post-Thanksgiving weekend, water heater replaced with courteous on-time arrival
2 cited reviews
“Our sewer line clogged the weekend after Thanksgiving, a busy time for plumbers. I called David, and he was able to come out in a few hours and clear out the roots in our sewer line. He even sent me the video feed of my sewer line to prove that it was cleared.”
“He cleaned the toilet and tested the flow between the shower, toilet, and faucets. And told us it was a soft blockage problem. If there still have a problem within 30 days, he will refund the money.”
Cited in 3 of the 100 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
fair_pricing in 10 of 100 reviews with cheap-plumber in 19; sewer line video sent as proof of completion — transparency cited by multiple reviewers
2 cited reviews
“Our sewer line clogged the weekend after Thanksgiving, a busy time for plumbers. I called David, and he was able to come out in a few hours and clear out the roots in our sewer line. He even sent me the video feed of my sewer line to prove that it was cleared.”
“He's provided reliable, affordable maintenance service with no further emergencies. He's pleasant to work with, clearly shows what he's found and what he's done, and provides peace of mind at a reasonable price.”
Cited in 3 of the 100 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
Offers 30-day satisfaction guarantee with refund if issue recurs — confirmed in writing per reviewer
1 cited review
“He cleaned the toilet and tested the flow between the shower, toilet, and faucets. And told us it was a soft blockage problem. If there still have a problem within 30 days, he will refund the money.”
What reviewers report — the concerns
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Red flag
1 Yelp reviewer reports an arrogant, aggressive reply to a routine quote request — Dave assumed bad faith and was off-putting before any work was discussed
“The arrogant response from Dave was off putting and unnecessary. I can only assume he's been turned down for projects for high pricing. His assumption of my intent and his aggressive response to a request for a quote was so rude!”
Solo operator: weekend and holiday availability confirmed but capacity may be limited; booking during high-demand periods could be difficult
“Our sewer line clogged the weekend after Thanksgiving, a busy time for plumbers. I called David, and he was able to come out in a few hours and clear out the roots in our sewer line. He even sent me the video feed of my sewer line to prove that it was cleared.”
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 2 of the 100 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“I filled out the general Yelp project details to request quotes from multiple plumbers. I stated my issue and asked for a quote to assess the issue, and for the repair. I didn't say anything about my expectations of cost. The arrogant response from Dave was off putting and unnecessary. I can only assume he's been turned down for projects for high pricing. Fine, maybe he doesn't want to waste his time on estimates …”
Positive
“Dave arrived on time and fixed my clogged kitchen drain and leaking pipes without any issues. He made sure everything was properly reconnected, tested the pipes multiple times to ensure there were no leaks, and cleaned up before he left, taking the trash with him. Dave did great work, was reliable and professional, and his pricing was very fair.”
“Dave was very friendly and a great plumber. I had a leaky shower head; he did his best to fix it as is before getting me a new one. I appreciated that he worked hard to fix it before replacing it. I am very happy with my new shower head, and would recommend him!”
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The rating picture
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
Across platforms
Should you hire Daves Plumbing & Drain Services?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Budget-conscious homeowners
- Sewer line repair and replacement
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 detailed walkthroughs and written estimates before work starts
- You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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