Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
Plumber · Fremont, CA · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Mike Counsil Plumbing holds 4.8★ on 1,567 reviews; BBB A+ accredited; 100% positive sentiment across 92 analyzed; weekend water heater failures handled same day and sewer replacement finished on time at quoted price — acknowledged as not the cheapest option.
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Our opinion, based on the 92 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
Weekend water heater failure handled promptly — assessment same day, overnight part sourcing, full install next morning including correcting a mis-installed recirculating pump.
1 cited review
“Our hot water heater went out over a weekend. We have a large power vent hot water heater located in our basement. Bobby came out right away , did the assessment and scheduled our work. It was going to take a day to get the water heater we needed, Joseph and his crew showed up the next morning and worked all day to replace the water heater and reconfigure our recirculating pump which had been incorrectly installed by a previous contractor and had not worked correctly since installation. Joseph and his crew were professional, efficient and left the work area spotless. Joseph scheduled and h”
Sewer line replacement finished on time at reasonable price; old poorly-installed lines replaced with new properly-installed lines and cleanouts.
1 cited review
“I highly recommend Mike Counsil Plumbing. Rafael and his team did an amazing job removing our old, poorly installed sewer lines and replacing them with new, properly installed lines and cleanouts. These guys are true professionals and they finished everything on time at a reasonable price. I definitely recommend Mike Counsil Plumbing to anyone that needs expert plumbing services.”
Technicians walk customers through findings step-by-step and clean up before leaving — professional theme in 52 of 92 analyzed reviews.
Cited in 3 of the 92 reviews we analyzed.
What reviewers report — the concerns
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Not the cheapest option — one reviewer explicitly notes higher pricing but says quality and responsiveness justify the cost.
“Mike Counsil plumbing issue always a positive experience. They are easy to deal with and the service is top notch. Sergio was our most recent technician and he was great. Richie was the initial responder and he also was great. They admittedly are not the least expensive but they are the most responsive and I can always count on a high quality repair by Professional team.”
Cited in 2 of the 92 reviews we analyzed.
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 2 of the 92 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Positive
“Mike Counsil Plumbing provided excellent service. From the start, all the information was clearly explained, including the issue, the process, and the solution. The technician, Hugo Perez Dominguez, was professional, knowledgeable, and very efficient. He completed the repair quickly, answered all questions thoroughly, and made sure the work area was left clean and organized. I especially appreciated that the issue …”
“The team at Mike Counsil was very professional and provided reliable service. The hot water heater installation went smoothly, and Thomas took the time to make sure everything was working properly before leaving. Clean work, great communication, and excellent results.”
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The rating picture
Newest review in our sample: Jan 2026.
Across platforms
Should you hire Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Complex installs and remodels
- Water heater install/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 detailed walkthroughs and written estimates before work starts
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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