Shields Plumbing
Plumber · Citrus Heights, CA · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Perfect 5.0★ across 122 reviews, BBB A+ accredited; Eduardo and Blaine praised in nearly every review for honest pricing — beat a $450 competitor quote with $250 for same water heater anode job.
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Our opinion, based on the 100 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
Consistently beats competitor pricing: Eduardo quoted $250 vs $450 for same water heater anode job; multiple reviewers cite pricing as 'most reasonable' vs big-name companies.
1 cited review
“I called several plumbing companies in the area to do the same. They want to charge me $450 to replace something that I could do. Since all I'm after is just the warranty Shields Plumbing gave me the most reasonable price of $250. I highly recommend Shields Plumbing, Eduardo and supervisor Blaine and would call them again for my next project.”
Cited in 3 of the 100 reviews we analyzed — 2 cited reviews not excerpted here.
After-hours and burst pipe response confirmed: Blaine came out after already wrapping up for the day when told elderly customers would have no water over the weekend.
Cited in 1 of the 100 reviews we analyzed.
Same-day or next-day scheduling cited in 6 reviews; 21 fast_response theme mentions across 100 analyzed reviews.
1 cited review
“Shields was timely and quick with their work, had a change that needed to be done and they came out and took care of it right away.”
Cited in 3 of the 100 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.
4 reviews mention pricing as 'expensive' — though most still rate 5-star and consider it fair for service quality received.
Cited in 1 of the 100 reviews we analyzed.
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 1 of the 100 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“Could not even fix a leaky faucet but instead quoted me a price of $1,300 to replace a lot of stuff that had nothing wrong with it. Paid him $200 to make a big leak, a little bit slower. After research and speaking with the staff at Brothers Plumbing store, I fixed the leak myself for $30 dollars. That's it, $30 dollars in parts and I, no plumbing experience, fixed what Shields Plumbing could not.”
Positive
“Friendly, Fair price and prompt service. Actually arrived a few minutes prior to scheduled appointment. No surprises and price was exactly what they quoted. They did more then just a toilet repair. I will recommend them to friends and family. I'm mobility impaired and really appreciate their services.”
“I called Shields Plumbing to replace the anode rod from my water heater. Eduardo is courteous and professional. No sales talk. He did his job cleanly make sure everything is working before he left. I called several plumbing companies in the area to do the same. They want to charge me $450 to replace something that I could do. Since all I'm after is just the warranty Shields Plumbing gave me the most reasonable …”
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The rating picture
Newest review in our sample: Feb 2026.
Across platforms
Google and Yelp both 5-star based on available samples; no discrepancy detected. Single 1-star Google review not replicated on Yelp.
Should you hire Shields Plumbing?
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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