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Philbrick Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical

Portsmouth, VA
4.6(406 reviews)
RESPONSE

Fast Response

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EMERGENCY

24/7 Verified

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PRICING

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RED FLAGS

1 concern

Service recovery failure on company error: Customer had to personally locate and repair a lost part inside their own HVAC unit months after reporting the problem; owner promised investigation but never contacted customer again

Trust Score: 0/100 · Based on 406 reviews

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Our Verdict

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#17 of 18 in Portsmouth, VA

Best for
  • Emergency and burst pipe repair
  • Bathroom and kitchen remodel plumbing
Avoid if
  • You're highly price-sensitive

Hire if: You need clear communication and upfront explanations

Hire if: You need high-quality work that holds up over time

Caution if: You need predictable, consistent service across every visit

Caution if: You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote

Caution if: You need airtight scheduling and guaranteed arrival times

How they score across what matters

Based on 5 reviews analyzed. Click a row for the quote that best illustrates the score.

What they do well (and don’t)

Green means reviews confirm they’re good at it. Red means reviewers flag issues. Gray means no reviews talk about it yet.

What 406 Reviews Tell Us

Emergency Response

Fast emergency response: 2 of 5 reviews highlight rapid deployment for urgent situations, with men dispatched within 24 hours

Emergency and burst pipe repair

Poor follow-through and accountability: 1 review shows 4+ day delay in addressing technician error, attempted billing for company mistake, and complete lack of follow-up from management after commitment to investigate

What To Watch Out For

Workmanship defects on routine maintenance: 1 review documents lost manufacturer fasteners and improper reassembly during service visit on an $8,000 system, resulting in months of energy loss

Poor follow-through and accountability: 1 review shows 4+ day delay in addressing technician error, attempted billing for company mistake, and complete lack of follow-up from management after commitment to investigate

Service recovery failure on company error: Customer had to personally locate and repair a lost part inside their own HVAC unit months after reporting the problem; owner promised investigation but never contacted customer again

Quality & Professionalism

Excellent communication and problem explanation: 3 of 5 reviews specifically praise technicians for listening carefully, explaining issues clearly, and troubleshooting methodically

Professional installation and aftercare: 1 review documents proactive follow-up on a post-installation issue with immediate corrective action

Communication

Excellent communication and problem explanation: 3 of 5 reviews specifically praise technicians for listening carefully, explaining issues clearly, and troubleshooting methodically

Respect for Your Home

Excellent communication and problem explanation: 3 of 5 reviews specifically praise technicians for listening carefully, explaining issues clearly, and troubleshooting methodically

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Customer reviews

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Betty Torres

What a great experience!! Breon came, introduced himself and listened carefully as I explained what was going on with the electricity upstairs. He went right to work trouble shooting my problem and repairing it in no time. He then explained about the company's maintenance program that you offer, even though I have one through RS Andrews your offer is much better, so I signed on with your company. Thanks Breon for a great experience.

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Bryan Hudson

BREON did an outstanding job and was extremely professional. He took the time to explain the issues i was experiencing and got everything restored to good working order.

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Leigh Sturm

I recently had my downstairs HVAC system replaced and air scrubber installed by Philbrick. As a real estate professional, I took my own advice :-) and did my due diligence by getting several estimates from reputable companies around (Philbrick is one that I’ve recommended to clients for years and I’ve used them for maintenance and servicing on my previous systems as well). Aaron was my sales rep and he was just wonderful. We discussed what would work best in my home and he gave me several options with prices. He was super knowledgeable, personable, communicative, and not pushy. When it was time for making installation arrangements, he explained everything to me and made sure everything was done according to plan. The installation team was also very personable, considerate of my home, cleaned up after themselves and called me with updates. Even when we had a small hiccup the day after it was installed, his team went into action to address the issue and get it corrected immediately. We were not left waiting or dealing with a different person or department for aftercare. For me, as a service professional myself, selecting Philbrick was not just because of a fair estimate for this day and age, it was the value I found in their service for both install and their after care. It’s what I’ve always told my clients they can expect with them and it still rings true. This type of service is hard to find in any service company nowadays, and I can appreciate theirs 100%. I am completely satisfied with their work and will continue to recommend them.

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S Berry

1★ — Lost fastener, improper reassembly, higher power bills, and poor follow-through I contracted Philbrick Inc. Heating & Cooling for routine cleaning and maintenance on a system I purchased from them for approximately $8,000, and for which I’ve paid hundreds more over the years for service. The technician who performed the service lost a manufacturer-specific fastener and reassembled the enclosure improperly. One corner of the cover was left with about a ½-inch gap, which allowed a significant amount of cooled air to escape into my attic throughout the hottest part of the summer, increasing my electric bill. I discovered the problem months later while replacing the filter. I called Philbrick the next day and requested they correct their mistake. It took approximately four days to get a technician on site. He confirmed a fastener was indeed missing and attempted to fabricate a substitute. Lacking the right part and skill for that task, he ended up taping the corner of the door—a stopgap that still leaked air. He said he would try to scavenge the correct fastener from an old unit back at their facility and “take care of it.” Instead, I was told I owed roughly $100 for this visit, despite the issue originating with their prior service. After multiple calls, I spoke briefly with the owner, who said he would investigate and get back to me. He never did, the service call was in June. About two weeks later when I called for an update, the receptionist told me the charge had been waived and she'd leave a message with he owner, but no one has ever followed up about the missing fastener or the energy loss. Today, I went into the attic myself with a flashlight, mirror, and magnet. In about 30 minutes I located the original fastener inside the unit and repaired the enclosure properly. I should not have had to do this. Based on this experience—poor workmanship, delay in response, an inadequate temporary fix, an attempted charge for their error, and no meaningful follow-through—I cannot recommend Philbrick Inc. Heating & Cooling.

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Robert Ianucci, Jr.

A huge thank you to Big Eric, Squirrel and Donavon for getting our city water hooked up so quickly. You guys are the best! I highly recommend Philbrick. We had an emergency situation and Robert the estimator responded quickly, had men out the next day. Fast, affordable, friendly and professional hometown plumbing service. Give them a call today. You will be glad you did!

Business details

Phone
(757) 276-8096
Address
3217 Western Branch Blvd # C, Chesapeake, VA 23321, USA
Hours
Open 24 hours

Service area

Based in Portsmouth. Serves 6 nearby cities within 20 miles:

Last updated June 25, 2026 · Data from Google Reviews
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