Stemmle Plumbing of Hampton Roads
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Pricing transparency issue: 1 of 5 reviews reports significant quote to bill mismatch ($125 vs. $2,500 additional charge) stemming from receptionist miscommunication at scheduling—critical for emergency situations where you cannot verify terms before technician arrival
Trust Score: 0/100 · Based on 120 reviews
Our Verdict
#13 of 15 in Hampton, VA
- Emergency and same-day calls
- Drain and sewer work
- Emergency and burst pipe repair
- You're highly price-sensitive
Hire if: You need fast same-day or after-hours response
Hire if: You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
Caution if: You need rock-bottom prices with zero flexibility on the quote
Caution if: You need detailed walkthroughs and written estimates before work starts
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What 120 Reviews Tell Us
Emergency Response
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews explicitly praise rapid after-hours arrival and Saturday night response within 15 minutes
Emergency and same-day calls
Emergency and burst pipe repair
What To Watch Out For
Dispatch/intake process fails to accurately translate customer needs into correct service quotes—customer was quoted $125 for assessment when requesting leak detection, then billed additional $2,500 for the actual service
Pricing transparency issue: 1 of 5 reviews reports significant quote to bill mismatch ($125 vs. $2,500 additional charge) stemming from receptionist miscommunication at scheduling—critical for emergency situations where you cannot verify terms before technician arrival
Quality & Professionalism
High-quality workmanship and diagnostic accuracy: 2 reviews detail successful resolution of complex issues (sewer backup with test plug retrieval, multi-fixture backup) with clear explanations
Individual technician professionalism: Named technicians (Stephen Batey, Joshua, Chris Pugh) consistently receive praise for courtesy, knowledge, and clear communication during service
Communication
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews explicitly praise rapid after-hours arrival and Saturday night response within 15 minutes
Individual technician professionalism: Named technicians (Stephen Batey, Joshua, Chris Pugh) consistently receive praise for courtesy, knowledge, and clear communication during service
Customer reviews
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Stephen Batey is an exceptional plumber whose professionalism and attention to detail truly set him apart. Stephen immediately found the issue with the sewer backing up and retrieved the test plug that was down stream flawlessly. From start to end he demonstrated outstanding diligence, clear communication, and a strong commitment to getting the job done right. His expertise was evident in every step of the process, and he took the time to ensure everything was functioning perfectly before finishing the work. Reliable, knowledgeable, and genuinely dedicated to his craft—Stephen is the kind of professional you can trust with any plumbing issue. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a top-quality service plumber. DLA Richmond truly appreciates the service Stephen provided at building 44. Thank you Stephen Batey!
I had to call after hours for an urgent issue, and I was really impressed with their quick response. Joshua arrived promptly, was very polite, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. He explained everything clearly and made sure the problem was resolved efficiently. Great customer service from start to finish…highly recommend!
I had Chris Pugh come out this evening at 11:45pm on a Saturday for an emergency call, he was here within 15 minutes of getting the call. He was extremely helpful, respectful, and knowledgeable. We had moved into a new apartment first day and all the toilets had backed up along with the shower drain. He got everything taken care of in about an hour, (which was awesome). He explained the process of what we had happen and how he resolved it. Overall 10/10 experience. Great work, very respectful, and and the when all was said and done you wouldn’t know someone had done any work, very clean.
I recently contacted Stemmle Plumbing of Hampton Roads for leak detection services and was scheduled for a service visit. The plumber, Q, was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything clearly. I have no complaints about his service—he did his job well. However, my issue lies with the dispatch process. When I initially called, I clearly stated that I had already had previous assessments done and that I needed leak detection. The receptionist quoted me $125, and based on what I shared, I was under the impression that this fee was for the actual leak detection service. Instead, when the plumber arrived, I learned that the $125 was just for another assessment—one that ultimately confirmed what I already knew. I was then told that leak detection would be an additional $2,500. Had the dispatch accurately communicated what I had already explained, this unnecessary visit and charge could have been avoided. Whether this was an oversight or a common practice, I highly recommend that future customers double-check with dispatch to ensure that their request is properly understood and that the pricing quoted aligns with the actual service they need. Again, I appreciate Q’s professionalism, but I am disappointed with how this was handled on the front end. I hope the company considers refining its intake process to prevent similar issues for future customers.
I am an association manager in the Williamsburg area. Chris and his crew were phenomenal. They were very responsive, and did not leave until the problem was fixed. We even met with the building owner and explain the situation thoroughly. I would highly recommend.
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Based in Hampton. Serves 6 nearby cities within 20 miles:
Stemmle Plumbing of Hampton Roads