Joe the Plumber
Plumber · Glastonbury, CT · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Consistently fast response times and exceptional workmanship, but pricing fairness score of 0 raises serious concerns despite all positive reviews.
Scores are our editorial reading of published customer reviews — not a verification, license check, or guarantee.
Ranked #7 of 13 plumbers we've reviewed in Glastonbury, CT · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 5 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jul 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
Rapid response and faster-than-expected job completion: 4 of 5 reviews specifically mention quick scheduling, same-day or accelerated service, and beating time estimates
2 cited reviews
“Very easy to schedule with no long wait times”
“completed the repair much faster than I expected without sacrificing quality”
Cited in 4 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 2 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Exceptional workmanship quality with meticulous attention to detail: all 5 reviews praise job quality, including large projects like main water line replacement and multi-bathroom drain replacement
2 cited reviews
“Very easy to schedule with no long wait times”
“completed the repair much faster than I expected without sacrificing quality”
Cited in 5 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 3 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Professional communication and transparency: 4 of 5 reviewers mention detailed explanations of work, clear problem diagnosis, and keeping customers informed throughout the process
2 cited reviews
“Very easy to schedule with no long wait times”
“completed the repair much faster than I expected without sacrificing quality”
Cited in 4 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 2 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Exceptional cleanliness and professionalism: multiple reviews highlight shoe covers, thorough cleanup, and respectful behavior
2 cited reviews
“Very easy to schedule with no long wait times”
“completed the repair much faster than I expected without sacrificing quality”
Cited in 4 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 2 cited reviews 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
Pricing fairness contradiction: dimension score of 0 conflicts with 5-star Google average (4.7/5 across 673 reviews)—possible data error or undisclosed billing issues not captured in this sample
“Very easy to schedule with no long wait times”
1 more cited review
“completed the repair much faster than I expected without sacrificing quality”
Cited in 5 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 3 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Pricing fairness dimension scored 0/100 despite positive review sentiment—no reviews in sample mention pricing or cost concerns, creating data gap that warrants price verification before booking
“Very easy to schedule with no long wait times”
1 more cited review
“completed the repair much faster than I expected without sacrificing quality”
Cited in 5 of the 5 reviews we analyzed — 3 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 5 of the 5 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Positive
“Very easy to schedule with no long wait times. My professional Kyle McAlees consistently does excellent work. I was very thankful when Kyle was assigned this time also because I had great experience previous time he serviced my water heater. He explains everything that was done in detail and gives helpful recommendations. He also uses the shoe covers every time he has to walk through my house to go from the basement …”
“I highly recommend Joe the Plumber. He recently repaired my main water service line and did an outstanding job from start to finish. He responded quickly, worked efficiently, and completed the repair much faster than I expected without sacrificing quality. What impressed me most was his professionalism and attention to detail. After the work was completed, the entire area was cleaned up so well that you could …”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 673 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Jun 2026.
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