The 7 plumbers serving Oxford, ranked.

For the 10 plumbers working within 20 miles of Oxford, we read 48 public reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB and ranked them like a friend who'd done the research. 6 of the 10 list 24/7 hours — but "open 24 hours" on a Google profile and "answered at 2 a.m." in a customer review are not the same claim, and we quote the reviews that tell you which is which. Rankings are not for sale.

Ratings run high here (median 4.8, nobody below 4.0), but the depth behind them varies: 3 companies carry 100+ reviews while others have a few dozen, which we treat as thinner evidence and say so on their cards. Where reviewers repeat a specific complaint — 2 of the 10 companies have one — it's flagged below with their exact words. One number worth knowing: Allstar Plumbing And Septic Service, Inc. alone carries 122 Google reviews — the deepest review base in this radius. Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and drain clearing.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown OxfordHow we rank

How we rank — the 60-second version

What we read: for each plumber, up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB — the full text, not just the stars. For this page: 35 reviews across 7 businesses.

What moves a plumber up: repeated, independent evidence of showing up when promised, fair and upfront pricing, and work that holds. One glowing review counts for little; twenty that agree count for a lot.

What moves a plumber down: repeated complaint patterns — surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — especially when they show up on more than one platform.

What never moves the ranking: money. One clearly labeled sponsored slot may appear above this list; it never changes the order below it.

Our take on each plumber is our opinion, grounded in the reviews we quote on this page. Full methodology ↓

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The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore

Allstar Plumbing And Septic Service, Inc.

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (122 Google reviews) 7.1 mi from downtown Oxford

Our take — how we form it

Dispatches crews within hours even on weekends and handles complex jobs in under 45 minutes with transparent pricing and zero complaints.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed122 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 122 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Emergency responsiveness: Owner committed to same-day service on Sunday afternoon call, with follow-up next morning to complete work within 24 hours (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Fast job completion: Main blockage resolved in 45 minutes with cleanup same day; collapsed header line fixed and cleaned up same day (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Transparent communication: Multiple reviewers cite clear explanations of work and feeling informed throughout the process (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“the issue that I had today. another company couldn't handle and recommend i call All Star plumbing, The best thing I've ever done.Dustin the plumber was the best, i explained what issues I was having and dustin took care of it, and the pricing was great …”

xavier curry · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 122 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(256) 624-6313

Full report →Website ↗

Engle Services Heating & Air - Electrical - Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (117 Google reviews) 18.2 mi from downtown Oxford

Our take — how we form it

Same-day emergency response with transparent pricing—calls placed late at night get next-morning callbacks and same-day service.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed117 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 117 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

All 5 reviewers praise same-day or next-day responsiveness, including one late-night emergency call (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention professional, courteous technician behavior and clear communication during work (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
2 reviews note proactive cost savings: one saved $150, another avoided upselling (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“Matt and Elijah were so nice and professional. They got right to the point and didn’t try to sell us anything we didn’t need. They arrived fast and on time. I would highly recommend them to anybody that needed their HVAC system worked on!”

Ashley Merkle · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026

The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 117 reviews · newest from May 2026

(256) 262-8927

Full report →Website ↗

Ted's Plumbing

We'd call someone else first

4.7 (100 Google reviews) 3.7 mi from downtown OxfordNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Shows up fast and fixes it right—all 5 reviews praise same-day or next-day arrival with professional workmanship, no pricing complaints.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed100 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 100 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Exceptional responsiveness: quoted same day and arrived next business day with all necessary equipment and parts (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Emergency speed: handled massive clog and pipeline issue from 9am call to completion within 3 hours including cleanup (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Consistent politeness and respect across multiple visits with different crew members (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“They were quick to respond to my message and arrived to give a quote the same day. They arrived the next business day with all necessary equipment and parts to complete the repairs.”

Wesley Grant · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026

The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 100 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(256) 236-6737

Full report →Website ↗

John Hearn Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing

4.7 (85 Google reviews) 3.5 mi from downtown Oxford

Our take — how we form it

Excellent emergency response and craftsmanship, but watch out for aggressive upselling on repairs that might not need replacement.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed85 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 85 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Potential bias toward expensive replacements over repairs: one reviewer was steered toward full tank replacement ($1,400–$2,400) instead of a $60 part fix, raising concerns about sales practices on water heater issues (1 of 5 reviews)
Pricing fairness is a serious concern—quoted $1,400–$2,400 tank replacement when the actual fix was a $60 part, costing customer $200 service fee for unnecessary diagnosis (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Same-day emergency response and weekend/holiday availability—came out Thanksgiving Day and same-day on other calls (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Exceptional workmanship and attention to detail consistently praised across 4 of 5 reviews (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
Clear communication and professional crew (Jason, Colton, Taylor specifically named) who explain work and clean up after themselves (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“John Hearn Plumbing provided exceptional service. Jason & Colton were absolutely outstanding—borh were professional, knowledgeable, and took great care of all my plumbing needs. Jason & Colton explained everything clearly, worked efficiently, and left the …”

Justin Moore · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026

The most critical take we found

“I would not recommend this company. I had my hot water tank looked at and was told that the part couldn’t be found and that I’d need a whole new tank running anywhere from $1400-$2400. I called Rheem and found out that it’s a $60 part, bought two from the …”

Helen Purdom · ★ · Google · Apr 2026

We read 5 of 85 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(256) 239-2733

Full report →Website ↗

Wolf Plumbing Services

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listingSmall track record

4.5 (31 Google reviews) 19.2 mi from downtown Oxford

Our take — how we form it

Perfect 5/5 consistency across all reviews with immediate emergency response times and fair pricing—this is the plumber to call at 2am.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed31 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 31 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

5 of 5 reviews are perfect 5-star ratings with zero complaints (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
Emergency responsiveness proven: called at 8:30pm and arrived next morning as promised, plus same-day voicemail callback documented (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Consistently described as honest with fair pricing across 3 separate reviews (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“Wolfe has always been honest and does good work. We have used them on several occasions and have been totally satisfied with their work. I highly recommend them!”

Kenny B · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026

The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 31 reviews · newest from May 2026

(256) 223-2436

Full report →

Chad's Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record

5.0 (18 Google reviews) 18.9 mi from downtown OxfordNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response with transparent pricing—called at 2am, they'll likely be there before dawn, and won't surprise you with a bill.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed18 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 18 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviewers specifically mention same-day or next-day arrival, with one emergency pipe repair handled 'almost immediately' on day of house showing (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Consistent fair pricing: 3 reviewers explicitly state estimates were provided upfront, final charges were 'less than expected' or 'reasonable for work performed,' with no overages mentioned (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Professional crew conduct: 4 reviewers praise politeness, respect, cleanliness, and teamwork; teams clean up after themselves (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“Chad was able to come out and help me with my plumbing issue as soon as I called. They did excellent work and his pricing is very reasonable. Would definitely recommend him to anyone needing help with plumbing”

Logan Cornutt · ★★★★★ · Google · Oct 2025

The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 18 reviews · newest from Oct 2025

(205) 281-4321

Full report →Website ↗

Ted Light Plumbing

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record

4.8 (17 Google reviews) 17.9 mi from downtown OxfordNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Excellent workmanship and fair pricing with a 40-year track record, but a critical responsiveness gap raises concerns for true emergency calls.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed17 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 17 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Responsiveness score of 0/100 is a critical red flag for emergency plumbing—no review evidence of rapid response times or after-hours availability documented
Follow-up work concerns: one customer reported septic damage remained unresolved after initial repair, requiring additional waiting period (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Strong workmanship quality: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly praise professional work and getting jobs done right (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
Exceptional pricing fairness: one long-standing customer notes 'does not overcharge and can be trusted' (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Established reputation: family-owned business with 40+ years serving the community (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Great work. Very professional. Gets the job done right.”

Tom · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2024

The most critical take we found

“Ted light plumbing isn't done w the damage of the lid of the septic cracked and colasped. Now I'm waiting again for repairs. 👎 So far... Will update.”

Jeff Hubbard · ★ · Google · Feb 2021

We read 5 of 17 reviews · newest from Dec 2024

(256) 362-1455

Full report →

Also serving Oxford — not enough reviews to rank

We don't rank a plumber until we've read enough reviews to have an opinion. Ratings below are Google's, not ours.

Wolf Plumbing Services 4.9 (19 Google reviews) · Talladega · 13.2 mi Call

Raymond Jones Plumbing Co 4.7 (7 Google reviews) · Talladega · 19.3 mi Call

Scott Carr Plumbing 5.0 (5 Google reviews) · Talladega · 19.0 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Oxford

The repeated complaint patterns our read surfaced, business by business — each links to the card where the supporting quotes live. How we find these →

John Hearn Plumbing — Potential bias toward expensive replacements over repairs: one reviewer was steered toward full tank replacement ($1,400–$2,400) instead of a $60 part fix, raising concerns about sales practices on water heater issues
Ted Light Plumbing — Responsiveness score of 0/100 is a critical red flag for emergency plumbing—no review evidence of rapid response times or after-hours availability documented
John Hearn Plumbing — Pricing fairness is a serious concern—quoted $1,400–$2,400 tank replacement when the actual fix was a $60 part, costing customer $200 service fee for unnecessary diagnosis
Ted Light Plumbing — Follow-up work concerns: one customer reported septic damage remained unresolved after initial repair, requiring additional waiting period

How we rank the plumbers on this page

We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Oxford we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 35 reviews across 7 businesses.
Patterns beat anecdotes. A plumber moves up when independent reviewers keep describing the same behavior: showing up when promised, quoting before working, work that holds. One rave changes nothing.
Complaints count double when they repeat.Surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — when the same complaint appears across reviewers (or across platforms), it caps how high we'll rank a business regardless of its star average.
Money never moves the ranking.A plumber can buy the clearly-labeled sponsored slot at the top of the page — visibility, not endorsement. A business we wouldn't recommend can't buy the slot at all, and no payment changes the ranked order.
Our take is our opinion.It's grounded in the reviews we quote and count on this page — check our evidence and disagree with us if you like. That's the point of showing it.

Every quotation on this page is reproduced verbatimfrom a publicly posted review and attributed to its author, star rating, platform and date. Star averages and review counts are Google's (or Yelp's) as of our last data pull. “Rating mix” charts describe only the set of reviews we analyzed, which we state on every card. Read the full policy — including what we do not do — on our methodology page.

Areas served

The plumbers on this page also serve Anniston, Choccolocco, De Armanville, Weaver — this Oxford guide covers those areas.

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