Water Fixers Plumbing & Filtration
Plumber · Lompoc, CA · Open 24 hours per Google listing
Our verdict
Excellent emergency responder with strong workmanship and fair pricing, but scheduling reliability has been a documented problem that may affect appointment-based jobs.
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Ranked #7 of 10 plumbers we've reviewed in Lompoc, CA · compare all →
Our opinion, based on the 141 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
Same-day and holiday emergency response: Multiple reviewers report rapid dispatch on Christmas Eve and under-30-minute response to urgent flooding. Enrique cited for 30-minute arrival on sprinkler emergency.
2 cited reviews
“Same day service on Christmas Eve, price was great, do not over charge”
“Quick amazing service, went out on Christmas Eve to fix water heater”
Cited in 3 of the 141 reviews we analyzed — 1 cited review not excerpted here.
Team consistency across technicians: Victor, Brian, Enrique, and Alex all individually praised for professionalism, efficiency, and knowledge in 12+ reviews spanning 10+ years of service.
1 cited review
“Victor, Brian and Enrique very reliable and able to help us”
Cited in 4 of the 141 reviews we analyzed — 3 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Fair pricing and no upselling on routine work: 5 reviewers explicitly mention fair/great pricing, no overcharging, and absence of pressure tactics.
1 cited review
“Same day service on Christmas Eve, price was great, do not over charge”
Cited in 5 of the 141 reviews we analyzed — 4 cited reviews not excerpted here.
Strong communication on complex jobs: Multiple reviewers note clear explanations, patient tech support (WiFi setup), and follow-up reliability on multi-day projects.
Cited in 3 of the 141 reviews we analyzed.
Long-term customer retention: 6 reviewers report 6–10+ years of repeat business with consistent satisfaction.
1 cited review
“Victor, Brian and Enrique very reliable and able to help us”
Cited in 5 of the 141 reviews we analyzed — 4 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.
Red flag
Two substantive complaints (2 of 75 analyzed, but concentrated on Yelp) allege systemic scheduling dysfunction and billing opacity. Most recent credible negative review is from 2023; no recent complaints in Google (4.9/5, 173 reviews) or BBB (A+, 0 complaints past 3yr) suggest possible improvement or customer base shift.
Cited in 2 of the 141 reviews we analyzed.
Scheduling system failures documented in 2006–2019 reviews: Two separate Yelp reviews report multiple no-shows, cancellations, and customers not appearing on the office schedule despite confirmed appointments, with one customer taking time off work three times over 5 weeks.
Cited in 2 of the 141 reviews we analyzed.
Lack of transparency on itemized billing and damage liability: One detailed 1-star review (2023) reports refusal to provide itemized invoices, undisclosed labor/parts charges, and owner's policy that customers bear financial responsibility for any breakage during work.
Cited in 1 of the 141 reviews we analyzed.
Keep it in proportion: these concerns are cited in 2 of the 141 reviews we analyzed. Most reviewers report positive experiences — see the full rating picture below.
The evidence — in reviewers' own words
Critical
“They don't keep promises about scheduling, and they don't call when things change. They show up when they feel like it without calling first. They eagerly quote enough work to use up any available insurance you may have. They don't provide itemized invoices when they ask to be paid and won't divulge specific charges for labor or parts. The owner is determined that all breakage and damage, unless intentional is the …”
“Beware of this company! They charge $135 per hour to do an estimate, which most companies do for free! The Journeyman plumber on scene was accompanied by a two week trainee that slowed him down considerably (on the job training). That journeyman padded his 5 1/2 hrs on the job by billing for 7 1/2 hrs., When called to the attention of the owner he provided no relief.”
“The first time i used them everything was great! they changed my water pressure gauge but the guy put in backwards.. no water pressure. I called them back the owner ( at least I think it was) fixed the error. i have a water softener ( installed 2008 ) from another company. So I called the company who installed it. They installed ( 398.00 bucks ) new control panel bc it was leaking. OK good! two weeks later the …”
Positive
“With our plumbing problems I always call Water Fixers Plumbing & Filtration. I’ve been their customers for almost 3 years .Victor, Brian and Enrique very reliable and able to help us with our plumbing needs.Very satisfied with their works.Excellent workers.”
“Alex was great and helpful in explaining Water Softner installation”
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The rating picture
Newest review in our sample: Dec 2025.
Across platforms
Google 4.9/5 (173 reviews) vs. Yelp 4.3/5 (54 reviews) — 0.6-star gap. Yelp concentration of older negative reviews (2019–2023 on scheduling/billing) vs. recent Google dominance (all 5-star 2025 reviews) suggests either customer experience improvement, algorithm differences, or reviews from different service tiers. BBB A+ with zero complaints in past 3 years aligns with recent positive Google trend.
Should you hire Water Fixers Plumbing & Filtration?
Hire if
- You need fast same-day or after-hours response
- You need a plumber who actually shows up when scheduled
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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