Gene Wagner Plumbing Co., Inc.
Plumber · Waukesha, WI · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Experts at major sewer work with fair pricing and same-day responsiveness, but limited track record on smaller emergency jobs (only 5 reviews).
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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 ↗
Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.
Only 5 reviews analyzed — treat this assessment as a first impression, not a track record.
What reviewers praise
Consistently handles complex sewer line replacements with precision; city inspectors sign off on work quality and crews demonstrate specialized excavation expertise.
1 cited review
“Replaced entire sewer line, kept me up-to-date each day”
Cited in 2 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
Same-day or next-day emergency response; 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention rapid arrival and scheduling.
2 cited reviews
“Came out same day, bill was less than I imagined”
“Responsive, timely, respectful and kind throughout entire process”
Cited in 3 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
Transparent communication on major jobs; customers receive daily updates, photo documentation, and proactive warnings about tax implications.
1 cited review
“Replaced entire sewer line, kept me up-to-date each day”
Cited in 2 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
Pricing benchmarked favorably against competitors; one reviewer explicitly contrasts Wagner's 'reasonable' fee against a $23,000 quote from another plumber for the same job.
1 cited review
“Came out same day, bill was less than I imagined”
Cited in 2 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
What reviewers report — the concerns
We looked for patterns of complaints in the 5reviews we analyzed and didn't find any. That's rare — but it's a reading of published reviews, not a guarantee.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Positive
“They came out same day I called, got the job done and cleaned everything up, I was very pleased as always when I have called them for a job. These days you don't know what to expect from a cost perspective, so I was pleased when he handed me the bill. No it wasn't free, but less than I had imagined. The man was friendly and got things done without any problems. This business has ALWAYS come through for me and …”
“***UPDATE- DRY BASEMENT DURING MKE FLOOD OF AUG 2025*** Went above and beyond REPLACING my entire sewer line last fall from the middle of Cleveland Ave to my house. They also installed a sump pump and replaced my main floor drain. The guys were very respectful and kept me up-to-date on what was going on each day. I’m very thankful they cared about making sure it was done well and done right. Not just done. *MMSD …”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 81 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Jan 2026.
Should you hire Gene Wagner Plumbing Co., Inc.?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Budget-conscious homeowners
- Complex installs and remodels
- Drain and sewer work
- Whole-house repiping
- Emergency and burst pipe repair
Hire if
- You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
- You need high-quality work that holds up over time
Think twice if
- You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
- You need guaranteed sub-hour response for true emergencies
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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Nearby: Waukesha · Thiensville · Hartland