Mikes Plumbing Repair
Plumber · Petersburg, VA
Our verdict
Excellent craftsmanship and fair pricing with a concerning interpersonal communication issue that may affect initial contact.
Scores are our editorial reading of published customer reviews — not a verification, license check, or guarantee.
Ranked #13 of 14 plumbers we've reviewed in Petersburg, VA · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 4 reviews we analyzed from Google, Yelp and BBB · Analysis updated Jun 2026 · How we decide ↗
Only 4 reviews analyzed — treat this assessment as a first impression, not a track record.
What reviewers praise
3 of 4 reviewers praise exceptional workmanship and attention to detail, including thorough cleanup
2 cited reviews
“pleasant experience, cleaned every inch of work area, best from beginning”
“Outstanding service, Extremely knowledgeable, Excellent pricing.”
Cited in 3 of the 4 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
Timely service delivery noted by at least one reviewer on pressure tank repair
Cited in 1 of the 4 reviews we analyzed.
Competitive pricing compared to larger companies, per customer feedback
1 cited review
“Outstanding service, Extremely knowledgeable, Excellent pricing.”
Cited in 2 of the 4 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review 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
1 of 4 reviews indicates defensive or suspicious behavior during initial contact inquiry, suggesting potential communication friction before appointment
“acted like I was recording him when all I was doing was looking”
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 3 of the 4 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“I was gonna use him but when I looked him up he acted like I was recording him when all I was doing was looking at his number”
Positive
“I had the best experience . They came out and did work on my bathroom and it was such a pleasant experience! Zack was the best. From the beginning to the finished job. They cleaned every inch of the work area. . I would highly recommend Mike’s plumbing for all plumbing needs.”
“I would highly recommend Mike's plumbing over the big company's any day, they did a fantastic job repairing my pressure tank switch and did it in a timely manner. Thanks”
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The rating picture
Small sample — we've analyzed only 4 of 5 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
Should you hire Mikes Plumbing Repair?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Budget-conscious homeowners
- Bathroom and kitchen remodel plumbing
Hire if
- You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
- You need transparent, predictable pricing with no surprise fees
Think twice if
- You need predictable, consistent service across every visit
- You need detailed walkthroughs and written estimates before work starts
- You need guaranteed sub-hour response for true emergencies
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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