Remedy Plumbing
Plumber · Athens, GA · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
4.9 stars across 87 analyzed reviews with 619 total; reviewConsistency=0.906 and 97.7% positive sentiment; water-heater=11 and faucet-repair=7 are top service strengths; technician Blake cited by name across multiple service categories.
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Ranked #1 of 15 plumbers we've reviewed in Athens, GA · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 87 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
fair_pricing=4 across reviews; waived faucet repair charge when unit installed within 7 months failed; saved one customer over $1k by routing line under driveway instead of through garage
1 cited review
“He was able to tread a new line under my driveway instead of going thru my garage. Saved me over 1k. Thank you so much for your honesty and kindness.”
Cited in 2 of the 87 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
workmanship=14 in themes; water heater + auto shut-off valve install described as clean, professional, and well thought out with transparent upfront pricing
Cited in 2 of the 87 reviews we analyzed.
Camera-confirmed drain clearing via pressure-wash tool cited as above-standard diagnostic method (dJGzNCN7i2KVpKw3Z1Wv)
Cited in 1 of the 87 reviews we analyzed.
What reviewers report — the concerns
We looked for patterns of complaints in the 87reviews we analyzed and didn't find any. That's rare — but it's a reading of published reviews, not a guarantee.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“I would urge you to be careful of their "estimates" and rip-offs, especially if you are a senior or a single woman. The technician, Matt, tried to charge $650 for the most basic garbage disposal installation, although the garbage disposal itself is $130 and takes around 20 minutes. The same service was offered in Lowe's or Home Depot for 1/3 of the price. Similarly, in other reviews with Remedy, they charge around …”
“I cannot, in good conscience, recommend this company. While the technician, Matt, was courteous, I strongly advise others to seek multiple estimates before agreeing to any work. In my experience, the pricing felt significantly inflated—almost double the standard market rate. I couldn’t help but feel taken advantage of, possibly due to being perceived as someone without technical or industry knowledge. Reply (to …”
Positive
“Blake Hardman’s customer service and use of technology was amazing!! He solved my kitchen drainage problem using a pressure washing tool in the pipe and a camera to confirm that the pipe was clear. Blake was a true professional and a highly skilled expert in his craft.I would highly recommend Remedy Plumbing and Blake for all your plumbing needs!!”
“I recently had Blake from Remedy Plumbing replace my hot water heater and install an automatic shut-off valve, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From the initial quote a couple of weeks ago through installation today, Blake was fair, straightforward, and clearly very knowledgeable in his craft. He took the time to explain the work, answered my questions thoroughly, and delivered exactly what he …”
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The rating picture
Newest review in our sample: Mar 2026.
Across platforms
Should you hire Remedy Plumbing?
Best for
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Budget-conscious homeowners
- 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 guaranteed sub-hour response for true emergencies
- You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
Advice derived from the review analysis above — how we decide.
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