HL Bowman Inc Plumbing Heating & AC
Plumber · Reading, PA · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Exceptional responsiveness and craftsmanship—multiple reviewers praise same-day service and thorough explanations, though one project left drywall unfinished.
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Ranked #10 of 15 plumbers we've reviewed in Reading, PA · compare all →
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
5 of 5 reviewers highlight professional, skilled technicians who explain work thoroughly and answer all questions
2 cited reviews
“Kevin did a fantastic job, professional and efficient throughout”
“polite, professional and efficient, Bowman's prices are very reasonable”
Cited in 5 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 3 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Fast turnaround on complex jobs—one reviewer had A/C, furnace, condenser, and thermostat installed overnight after same-day consultation
Cited in 1 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
Consistently punctual and organized—multiple reviewers emphasize timeliness, including coordination of back-to-back multi-day installations
Cited in 3 of the 5 reviews we analyzed.
Reasonable pricing according to 1 of 5 reviewers
1 cited review
“polite, professional and efficient, Bowman's prices are very reasonable”
What reviewers report — the concerns
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One reviewer noted incomplete drywall repair after ceiling was cut open—work was left unfinished despite otherwise excellent plumbing and HVAC installation
“Kevin did a fantastic job, professional and efficient throughout”
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
Positive
“We recently had two complete furnace and AC systems installed by H.L. Bowman over back-to-back days on May 7th and 8th, 2026, and the entire experience was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. The installation crews were punctual, professional, highly skilled, and incredibly respectful of our home throughout the entire process. Coordinating two separate system installations over consecutive days could have …”
“Kevin did a fantastic job! He was very time-oriented, professional, and efficient throughout the entire process. The work completed on the kitchen sinks and the second-floor bathroom was excellent, and everything is functioning perfectly. The only concern I have is that the drywall has not yet been fixed. The cut-open section in the ceiling looks unfinished, so I would really appreciate it if someone could come …”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 508 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: May 2026.
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