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The 15 plumbers serving Davis, ranked.

We read 1,584 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 30 plumbers serving Davis — including the one-star reviews other directories bury — and ranked them the way we'd rank them for a friend. 21 of the 30 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.

Davis's problem isn't finding a plumber; it's telling them apart — the median rating here is 4.8, and when everyone has five stars, the stars stop helping. 17 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 18 of the 30 have a repeated complaint pattern in their reviews — quotes that grew mid-job, unreturned callbacks — flagged and quoted on their cards below. One number worth knowing: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup alone carries 6,142 Google reviews — the deepest review base in this radius. Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and sewer work.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown DavisHow 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: 927 reviews across 15 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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Our top picks

Consistent evidence of showing up, honest pricing, and work that lasts
4.9 (1,504 Google reviews)4.0 on Yelp (4) 19.3 mi from downtown DavisNot a 24/7 shop

Advanced Plumbing AC & Furnace Repair holds 4.9 across 1,504 Google reviews with HVAC-and-plumbing combo coverage — Easter-weekend thermostat rescue in 30 minutes cited.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,504 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Only 2 one-star reviews on 97 analyzed (ratingDistribution.1=2) — low rate, but one cited a $9,500 backed-up system left unfixed (1 of 97 reviews)
  • One detailed $9,500 overcharge claim with sheetrock and carpet damage left unresolved (1 of 97 reviews)

To be fair

  • Weekend and holiday emergency response — Easter weekend thermostat repair, technician at home in 30 minutes (cited in 2 of 97 reviews)
  • No-upsell pattern recurring — second-opinion saved a customer money and a technician didn't push needless services (cited in 2 of 97 reviews)
  • Combined plumbing + HVAC + furnace coverage — same-day full system replacements with multiple technician hand-offs (cited in 2 of 97 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I hired Advanced Plumbing Heating and Air to replace a shower head, and two bathroom sink faucets. Jamaul and his colleague arrived on time on the day they were scheduled to come (a weekend, which worked well with my schedule). They came right in and …
C D · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Overcharge me did only half of what they charged me for left me with sheet rock repairs a backed up system, which they had to come out and unplug the waste and vent work. They said they were gonna do. They didn’t do they trashed. My carpet would not recommend …
robert anderson · · Google · Feb 2026

We read 97 of 1,504 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

4.8 (1,130 Google reviews) 14.5 mi from downtown DavisNot a 24/7 shop

Same-day emergency response with transparent pricing well below market quotes—perfect for 2am burst pipes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,130 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,130 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day or next-day emergency response: Scott responded same day to heat emergency and returned the day parts arrived; another technician made time last-minute for gas valve replacement (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing significantly below competitor quotes: Customer received $500 quotes elsewhere but paid under $200 for gas valve swap; technician had parts on-site (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Fast, efficient work: Leak repair completed 'in a matter of minutes' with minimal disruption and clear explanation of work performed (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Chappy is an amazing technician, he replaced 2 AC units on the top of our building in a very timely manner and explained exactly what they were going to do. I had a follow up routine follow up appointment 6 months later and he clearly explained what was going …
Brian Wright · ★★★★★ · 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 1,130 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Hall's Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (646 Google reviews) 8.6 mi from downtown Davis

Hall's Plumbing shows exceptional emergency response—same-day service on holidays and weekends—with consistently high marks across all dimensions and zero complaints in 5 reviews.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed646 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 646 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • 5 of 5 reviews mention same-day or next-day service, including holiday and weekend availability (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviews specifically praise technicians for clear communication and explaining work in progress (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • 3 of 5 reviews mention clean workspaces and attention to detail post-service (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I called Hall’s Plumbing yesterday, and Allen was out the very next day—right on time. He quickly addressed and fixed two issues we were having, explained everything clearly, and left the workspace clean and tidy. The service was absolutely amazing from start …
Drew Shabek · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 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 646 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

4.8 (563 Google reviews) 18.6 mi from downtown DavisNot a 24/7 shop

4.8★ across 563 Google reviews; 5 analyzed reviews all 5-star with technicians Jose, Brandon, Nicholas, and Diego each named individually for respecting property, arriving stocked, and completing water heater replacements within 3 hours.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed563 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 563 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Technicians arrive with correct parts on the first visit — no return trips reported in any of 5 analyzed reviews; Jose explicitly noted for 'had the right parts the first time' (n5Xlz5dO2GJVeBgEgbWb). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Water heater replacement completed in under 3 hours, on-time arrival confirmed; repeat customer on 2nd heater replacement over 25 years of service (mXLVSYUHmMUpMkG9fH8l). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technician knowledge depth praised: disposal, incorrectly-installed pipes, and faucet all fixed in one visit with detailed question-answering (Xgxrex0omVJNwdtlpWzv). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Technician Brandon was on time and completed the replacement of our 20 year old hot water heater in less than 3 hours. This is the 2nd hot water heater we've had replaced by your company(Same-Day Plumbing) in the 25 years we've lived in our home. Thank you …
Steve Carey · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 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 563 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

4.9 (516 Google reviews) 15.7 mi from downtown DavisNot a 24/7 shop

4.9★ across 516 reviews; all 5 analyzed are 5-star; BBB A+ (not accredited); review evidence focuses heavily on HVAC service — plumbing-specific signals thin across sampled quotes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed516 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 516 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Water heater advisor Mark explained rebates, permit requirements, and gas/electric law changes — customers praised depth of technical knowledge in 1 of 5 analyzed reviews. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Same-day scheduling and next-morning installation confirmed; no-BS quote accepted same day in 1 of 5 analyzed reviews. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 4 of 5 analyzed reviews describe HVAC (mini-split, furnace, AC) work rather than plumbing — plumbing-specific performance signal is thin in the sampled evidence. (4 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Our Sales Technician, Kolby, who serviced our HVAC, was incredible. He was very polite, respectful and very knowledgeable of the services that were rendered. He answered all of our questions, as well. He went far and beyond to make sure that we understood …
Rickey Peterson · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 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 516 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Ace Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (469 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (1) 18.0 mi from downtown Davis

4.8★ across 469 reviews with 98/100 sampled rated 5★; themeCounts show professional=62, fast_response=13, workmanship=18 — one of Sacramento's most consistently rated HVAC-plumbing firms.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed469 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day dispatch confirmed in 13 of 100 sampled reviews; caller at noon reached a tech by 2:30 PM on a non-emergency weekday (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Workmanship cited in 18 of 100 sampled reviews; techs complete multi-part furnace jobs in a single visit and source replacement parts same day (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Weekend and emergency availability confirmed in at least 3 reviews including a Sunday-night plumbing emergency handled same night (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One 2-star review (Feb 2026) notes a return visit was needed days after initial kitchen-sink repair; slow_response theme appears in 3 of 100 sampled reviews (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Yall, if YOU need any….I mean any HVAC service…call up ACE Heating & Plumbing and have COREY come out!!! This man is professional, EXTREMELY knowledgeable and SO very phenomenal at his job. He educated me on maintenance that is needed. I had no idea …
Natascha Lee · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
We have a favorite plumber, but he's never available. We've used Ace Plumbing a few times now, & they have always gotten us on thier schedule super quick. This time we had a kitchen sink leak & then they quoted us such a good price for garbage disposal …
Brogana M (Sunfrog) · ★★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 100 of 469 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (186 Google reviews) 9.9 mi from downtown Davis

Consistently excellent HVAC and plumbing work with meticulous attention to detail, fast response times, and fair pricing—but limited emergency plumbing track record in these 5 reviews.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed186 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 186 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviewers praise technician knowledge and thoroughness; multiple mention detailed explanations of work and findings (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Exceptional attention to detail and cleanliness; 3 reviews specifically highlight thorough cleanup and respect for home (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Fast appointment response; 2 reviews note on-time or early arrival and prompt scheduling (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
**UPDATE**--In the week prior to replacement of our HVAC system, Nick showed up for a service set up through Home Depot on our furnace. He was right on time and talked to me about what concerns we had with our system. He answered all questions I had before …
Arich Scott · ★★★★★ · 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 186 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Platero Parada Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (137 Google reviews)4.8 on Yelp (20) 12.9 mi from downtown Davis

99 of 100 analyzed reviews are 5-star; 13 cite fast response and 9 mention weekend/emergency availability, including a 2am house call — standout depth across water heaters, sewers, and drains.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed137 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency and same-day availability confirmed in 15 emergency + 7 same-day service mentions; one reviewer cited a 2am call resolved the same night. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Transparent communication on a 10-day major project and on a sewer diagnosis that redirected the customer to the city — saving them money rather than upselling. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Workmanship theme appears in 20 reviews; crawl-space copper joint replacement and no-dig sewer line replacement cited as complex jobs done cleanly. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 2 reviews flag slow response moments (themeCounts.slow_response=2) — minor against a 99% positive signal base but worth noting for time-critical calls. (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We originally found Samuel as a top rated plumber in our area through NextDoor. He had come out to unclog a few of our lines soon after purchasing our new house and was communicative, efficient, and clean in the new house. We recently decided to start a …
Kirk and Ellen Olsen · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Samuel came by for an estimate but instead of giving me a flat rate, he rattled off a complicated rate schedule which included a $60 driving fee and an hourly rate which I think was around $165. My plumbing needs weren't urgent but he was being pushy and …
Patty S. · · Yelp · Feb 2025

We read 100 of 137 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

5.0 (132 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (47) 16.1 mi from downtown DavisNot a 24/7 shop

5★ Google with 132 reviews; BBB accredited A+; fast_response=28 and professional=56 dominate 100 analyzed reviews; cheap-plumber=12 and fair_pricing=8 confirm pricing strength across diverse service types.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed132 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast_response=28 in themes — highest in this batch; same-day service confirmed in 17 review mentions; water-under-kitchen-floor found and repaired within 24 hours of call with 2-year warranty (8BBi5lLVUNzNnLFTOKc8). (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Fair_pricing=8 with cheap-plumber=12; reviewer confirmed cheapest quote out of all companies called; another paid 'very fair price' for broken water pipe under home vs. comparable bids (TVLQfWEXE7OD0gnsN1Ri, Eo3CC2QybxfCm1VRdWdl). (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Weekend and holiday service confirmed: appeared on day of hospital discharge, moving-in day for rental, AND New Year's Eve (sUsqItz3Kd1gluv6vwB2). (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One no-show incident (2018 Yelp): tech never arrived for confirmed appointment, no call or text; when customer called, owner answered with an attitude asking if they still wanted service (CwdcVWiKUQcSNwcF2H7R). (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I have a very good experience with this company. I called for a pipe leak in my backyard and got a response almost immediately. Eric came as promised and gave me an estimate right there and then. He is very courteous and professional. The job was done …
Ester K · ★★★★★ · Google · Oct 2025
The most critical take we found
Don't know what kind of work they do. THEY NEVER SHOWED UP. I never forced them to schedule me on that day they said they will come, on the time they said they will come. NOT EVEN A PHONE CALL OR TEXT. Ten minutes after my appointment, I called and chris …
Jack H. · · Yelp · Jul 2018

We read 100 of 132 reviews · newest from Oct 2025 · BBB A+ accredited

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
10

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.6 (6,142 Google reviews)4.2 on Yelp (100) 16.4 mi from downtown Davis

Roto-Rooter Sacramento earns 4.6★ across 6,142 reviews; strong emergency response and communication (8 mentions each), but 7 of 100 sampled reviews cite expensive charges and 2 describe commission-driven upsells.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed6,142 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • Former employee cited by reviewer confirming Roto-Rooter technicians earn commission on upsells — explains pattern of $2,000+ recommendations where competitors charge $190 for same job. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • One reviewer received a $10k bill for services they did not authorize, with failure-to-pay notice sent by courier within hours of cancellation. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Pricing complaints in 7 of 100 sampled reviews; one reviewer was charged $356 for a failed sewer unclog then offered $2,000–$2,850 upsell options resolved by a local plumber for $190. (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Midnight-to-morning emergency team coordination confirmed in 1 review; 24/7 availability documented across 6 emergency mentions and 2 explicit 24-hour references (themeCounts.fast_response=12). (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Communication quality cited in 8 of 100 sampled reviews; tech provided step-by-step cost breakdown before each action and team sent photo ID of incoming technician. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Eric and his crew came out and did a water mitigation at our house two weeks ago so our home owners insurance plumber can fix a pipe that burst. Eric did a thorough job removing water and adding absorbent as well to make it easy for our plumber. This past …
Elias Palacios · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
You took advantage of a senior, ex firefighter, vet, and nice person. $3400 to fix a leak. Replace a piece of copper pipe and valve. Not to mention no response. Filing complaint with chamber of commerce and better business bureau. You should be ashamed.
Ed S. · · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 100 of 6,142 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

11

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air of Sacramento

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (2,449 Google reviews)4.4 on Yelp (100) 16.8 mi from downtown Davis

4.7 stars / 2,449 reviews; weekend_or_emergency in 11 of 100 analyzed reviews with same-day sewer and disposal service — but 2 surprise_fees complaints and 1 reviewer describes a $30k repipe upsell with no photos to back it up.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed2,449 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Tech quoted $30k repipe for a clogged sink, showed no photos despite promising them, and call center repeatedly failed to connect customer with a supervisor (1 of 100 reviews)
  • $1,900 hydro-jet job followed by immediate $8k–$5k pressure upsell with time-limited pricing tactics — competing company completed more work for $2,200 (1 of 100 reviews)
  • surprise_fees in 2 of 100 reviews; expensive theme in 4 — $1,900 hydro-jetting bill followed by high-pressure upsell, with competing quote coming in at $2,200 for more work (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • professional theme in 30 of 100 analyzed reviews; technicians communicate findings clearly, share camera footage, and arrive on time across multiple visits (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • fast_response in 10 of 100 reviews, weekend_or_emergency in 11; same-day sewer line clearing and same-day garbage disposal replacement confirmed (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Our main sewer line plugged up- tree roots and needed it high pressure rodded out quickly. The guys and the company were quick to respond, good natured, informative and professional. I highly recommend this service.
Dale Schramm · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
I was charged $1,900 to unclog a cleanout and hydro jetting and then a tech tried to get me to pay to change the pipe from cast iron to plastic. First they quoted $8k, and I said absolutely not, then I was quoted $5k and I told him I would think about it and …
Brenda Lacey · · Google · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 2,449 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Armstrong Plumbing Inc

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,729 Google reviews)4.0 on Yelp (100) 18.0 mi from downtown Davis

Armstrong Plumbing (4.8★, 1729 reviews, BBB A+) earns 73/100 5-star ratings but carries 15 1-stars; fast_response=24 and workmanship=17 cited in reviews, offset by 5 slow_response and 5 expensive complaints.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,729 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • 15 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star (15%) — well above typical for a 4.8★ business; combined with 5 expensive and 5 slow_response signals suggests recurring service gaps. (2 of 100 reviews)
  • Dispatch reliability failures documented: confirmed Monday appointment not honored, no-show with no explanation (gdQ28ZkgXFMrrPHpKvMQ); slow_response=5. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Leak diagnosis miss on at least one job — signed off on repair but shower leaked again the next day (EIU041KUoU8jHULhKLWB). (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-hour dispatch confirmed in multiple reviews — technician inside 1 hour for a sewer backup (xAAsqYCN4jVSoZvU43mh) and camera inspection same visit (EkaoySSEnwvPS2KbrxTr); themeCounts.fast_response=24. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Sewer-line expertise cited in 9 service mentions: Carlos identified hidden cleanouts other companies missed and camera-confirmed clear lines on same visit (LPYtlp3MZyz0m3AP31ln, EkaoySSEnwvPS2KbrxTr, URkQWcMDWqXDpA0fTJ9N). (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Minimal-invasive approach praised — chose least invasive fix and kept price reasonable when they could have upsold (RVOW7TF39P8ZSOhNjNAj); fair_pricing=6. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I called Armstrong Plumbing after another company failed to resolve a main line backup in my home. Carlos arrived, listened carefully, and immediately understood the layout of my older 1954 home. He used the correct cleanout (the kitchen cleanout), cleared …
Tanya Scott · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Over promised and under delivered. I called about a leak on Saturday. The guy reading the script said he could schedule an emergency visit. Since the leak was under the house in the crawl space. I agreed. I was called back by dispatch saying that no …
Alex K. · · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 1,729 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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The Trenchless Co.

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (772 Google reviews)4.6 on Yelp (100) 17.3 mi from downtown Davis

4.8 stars across 772 reviews; sewer specialist with 24 service mentions and fast_response=24 across 100 analyzed reviews, but 2 expensive flags and 1 area-boundary no-show (cancelled via text 3 hours after appointment).

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed772 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • 1-star review cites service area cancellation sent via text 3 hours after appointment, despite customer pre-vetting location — unprofessional theme confirmed. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Expensive theme in 2 of 100 analyzed reviews; one customer initially thought the job was overpriced before owner explained scope. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Communication gap flagged in 1 review: $2,500 repair required customer to call to chase documentation and payment processing to get project completed. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response theme in 24 of 100 analyzed reviews; same-day sewer emergency dispatch and Saturday afternoon arrival documented. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Sewer line specialty backed by 24 review mentions — challenging blockage locations found when 2 other companies could not, and slab leak solved after multiple plumbers stumped. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Communication theme in 4 of 100 reviews; water line install team kept customer informed throughout and left site clean. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
After posting a negative 2 star review for Trenchless Co. for assuming the work was overpriced. Didn't realize the scope of the work that needed be done. Max Greenburg (owner) reached out to me and explained what the job I paid for entailed. Lot more than I …
Michael Salac · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
I thought the company was good, outstanding even. But the first good rain showed me something different and frankly amateurish. My clogged pipe is fixed and my toilets are no longer clogging and thats a good thing. However, they had to remove a section of …
James H. · · Yelp · Nov 2021

We read 100 of 772 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Sacramento

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (316 Google reviews)3.5 on Yelp (85) 19.9 mi from downtown Davis

4.7 Google stars from 316 reviews, but 21 of 100 sampled are 1-star; Beau praised by name for clearing drains and sewer lines at honest prices, while multiple Yelp reviewers cite sewer line upsell pressure, poor_workmanship, and inflated quotes.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed316 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • 1-star Yelp review (2012): technician looked at tree in yard and immediately quoted $5,800 sewer replacement before assessing, then claimed camera showed roots too severe to snake — sewer insurance company later snaked the same line successfully. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Thanksgiving call: $400 drain attempt failed, quoted $1,382 to replace pipe, arrived 2 hours late next day, spent 2 hours then left 2 hours for lunch pickup. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Pricing complaints span from a 2011 Yelp review to a 2023 Yelp review — pattern of high pricing and extended job times on larger jobs persists. (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Beau cleared a kitchen clog in 15 minutes and charged less than the quoted amount — 2 separate reviewers highlight him specifically for fair, same-day service. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Only company that said 'yes, come today' when caller tried 19 plumbers on a weekend — scheduled a specific appointment time and showed up. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Technician gave total price before starting, warranted work for 30 days, and cleared drain in under 20 minutes. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
They are a great company Now is very good tec and he know what he is doing .. getting things fixed in a right and profiantiol way .. good job every time I need them
Mohamed El Hakie · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
I used this Mr Rooter in April to fix a broken shower knob at a rental property. I was charged over $600 for the replacement which I thought was a high price. The technician was also not very customer service friendly. The same shower knob is now broken less …
Geno · · Google · Nov 2025

We read 100 of 316 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

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Plumbing Doctor

Caveats apply
4.8 (181 Google reviews) 7.9 mi from downtown DavisNot a 24/7 shop

4.8 stars from 181 reviews; BBB A-rated (not accredited); all 5 sampled are 5-star — fast_response in 2, professional in 4; camera + hydrojet diagnosis resolves drain and flooding issues same day.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed181 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 181 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-morning appointment to same-day fix: called at 7:30am, drain fixed by 12:30 — confirmed in 1 of 5 sampled reviews. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Camera-based diagnosis uncovered unique pipe problems hydrojet resolved — technicians explain root cause and prevention steps. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Multi-day complex jobs completed thoroughly — 5-day job with 3-tech crew left everything better than found, per 1 of 5 sampled. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
This company was fantastic. Macario, Juan, and Sergio came out right away, explained everything thoroughly and completely. They were here for 5 days to make sure everything was done. The job was well done and they left everything better than when they got …
Bev Tamplen · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 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 181 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

Also serving Davis — 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.

Early Bird Plumbing 4.9 (122 Google reviews) · Sacramento · 18.6 mi Call
Millennium Plumbing Specialist, Inc 5.0 (116 Google reviews) · Sacramento · 15.9 mi Call
All Sacramento Plumbing 4.8 (95 Google reviews) · Sacramento · 18.8 mi Call
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup 4.8 (89 Google reviews) · Vacaville · 19.6 mi Call
Creekside Plumbing 5.0 (76 Google reviews) · Vacaville · 9.1 mi Call
Choice Plumbing Inc 4.9 (74 Google reviews) · Elk Grove · 16.6 mi Call
Mikes Plumbing and Rooter Inc. 5.0 (66 Google reviews) · Sacramento · 14.1 mi Call
Plumbing Sacramento & Water Heater Services 5.0 (60 Google reviews) · Sacramento · 16.3 mi Call
Anderson's Plumbing Inc. 5.0 (56 Google reviews) · Sacramento · 18.6 mi Call
Oak Plumbing 4.7 (54 Google reviews) · Vacaville · 17.9 mi Call
Spotless Plumbing 5.0 (35 Google reviews) · Vacaville · 17.6 mi Call
Naibin Plumbing & Drain 4.6 (17 Google reviews) · West Sacramento · 10.0 mi Call
Budget Plumbing Vacaville CA 4.8 (17 Google reviews) · Vacaville · 19.0 mi Call
Delatorre Septic and Trucking LLC 4.8 (8 Google reviews) · Vacaville · 14.7 mi Call
jovanis plumbing 5.0 (6 Google reviews) · Vacaville · 13.6 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Davis

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

  • Advanced Plumbing, AC & Furnace RepairOnly 2 one-star reviews on 97 analyzed (ratingDistribution.1=2) — low rate, but one cited a $9,500 backed-up system left unfixed
  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water CleanupFormer employee cited by reviewer confirming Roto-Rooter technicians earn commission on upsells — explains pattern of $2,000+ recommendations where competitors charge $190 for same job.
  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water CleanupOne reviewer received a $10k bill for services they did not authorize, with failure-to-pay notice sent by courier within hours of cancellation.
  • Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air of SacramentoTech quoted $30k repipe for a clogged sink, showed no photos despite promising them, and call center repeatedly failed to connect customer with a supervisor
  • Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air of Sacramento$1,900 hydro-jet job followed by immediate $8k–$5k pressure upsell with time-limited pricing tactics — competing company completed more work for $2,200
  • Armstrong Plumbing Inc15 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star (15%) — well above typical for a 4.8★ business; combined with 5 expensive and 5 slow_response signals suggests recurring service gaps.
  • The Trenchless Co.1-star review cites service area cancellation sent via text 3 hours after appointment, despite customer pre-vetting location — unprofessional theme confirmed.
  • Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Sacramento1-star Yelp review (2012): technician looked at tree in yard and immediately quoted $5,800 sewer replacement before assessing, then claimed camera showed roots too severe to snake — sewer insurance company later snaked the same line successfully.

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Davis we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 927 reviews across 15 businesses.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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 Clarksburg, Dixon, Hood, Woodland — this Davis guide covers those areas.

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