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The 15 24/7 plumbers serving Del Rey

These 15 plumbers list 24/7 hours on their Google profiles — a claim they publish, not something we tested. We read 1,298 of their reviews for what actually happens after hours: where reviewers describe a real 2 a.m. call, that evidence is quoted below; where no review mentions after-hours response either way, the card says that too. Rankings are not for sale.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown Del ReyHow 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: 1,298 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
1

911 Plumbing & Electric INC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (296 Google reviews)4.3 on Yelp (23) 19.9 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

4.9★ / 296 reviews, BBB A+; 97 of 100 analyzed are 5-star. fast_response=14, same-day=8. Weekend arrival in 2hrs confirmed; holiday response confirmed. Jack covers plumbing, electric, solar.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed296 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Weekend call answered and on-site within 2 hours — diagnosed and resolved a year-long electrical problem same day (fast_response=14, same-day-plumber=8) (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Pricing consistent from quote to completion — no mid-job changes noted; solar and plumbing jobs both praised for honest pricing (workmanship=12, fair_pricing=1) (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Insurance claim coordination offered after tree struck weatherhead — Jack communicated with insurer and restored power immediately after PGE's visit (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • slow_response theme in 3 of 100 reviews; one commercial job took two weeks from initial call to start (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Jack from 911 plumbing is a life saver. From the moment a neighbors tree hit my weatherhead, Jack was there to provide support and guidance along the way to get my equipment replaced/fixed. He help me when I filed an insurance claim, and was willing to speak …
dylan owens · ★★★★★ · Google · Aug 2025
The most critical take we found
I hired Jack to install a sub-panel, automatic transfer switch, and to re-locate 4 circuits from the main to the new sub-panel. I had gotten a few quotes and decided to hire him even though he wasn't the lowest but because he seemed nice and trustworthy. He …
Rich R. · · Yelp · Sep 2023

We read 100 of 296 reviews · newest from Aug 2025 · BBB A+ accredited

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Costless Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.5 (247 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (100) 8.2 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

Costless Plumbing earns 4.5★ across 247 reviews with 89 of 100 analyzed at 5-star; transparent pricing praised in 55 plumber-cost mentions and workmanship=18 theme count confirms quality installs.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed247 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • fair_pricing theme in 5 reviews and cheap-plumber mentioned 9 times; multiple reviewers note upfront pricing with no upselling — one $450-under-competitor quote confirmed on-the-spot installation. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • fast_response=17 and weekend_or_emergency=5; late-night emergency call answered and resolved same visit per k5n20W3jaI7t7Dfcj6Xl. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Tankless water heater and full repipe completed back-to-back; owner on-site with 10 techs for complex slab flood leak — workmanship=18 across 100 reviewed. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Admin communication failure: one customer received no proactive update on a shifted appointment time, requiring multiple follow-up calls (fVE0II33FP7YJw4hkZSe, 1-star, 2025). (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We had an unexpected plumbing issue late at night, and Costless Plumbing came out immediately to help us. They were fast, professional, and clearly knew exactly what they were doing. The problem was fixed quickly and correctly, with no upselling or …
Molly Hill · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
They said will pump the water, used 7-8 pail to take out the water. It takes days to reply. 0 review if I can.
Lilibeth Floro · · Google · Nov 2025

We read 100 of 247 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

3

Rod's Plumbing Service

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (230 Google reviews) 17.2 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

Rod's Plumbing holds a 5.0★ rating across 230 reviews with reviewConsistency=0.997 — 91 of 92 analyzed are 5-star; Seth responded to a midnight water pipe leak after driving back from another call.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed230 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • After-hours emergency response confirmed: Seth answered a midnight water leak call and drove back into town from another job to stop the damage same night. (cited in 2 of 92 reviews)
  • Arrived within 30 minutes of call (Raul); Christmas Eve dispatch arranged by Rod personally when warehouse was already closed. (cited in 2 of 92 reviews)
  • Priced at 1/3 of Roto-Rooter's quote for same job; water heater fix saved customer from buying a new unit on a Sunday-night holiday weekend. (cited in 2 of 92 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Great job!! We called on a Sunday night, holiday weekend. First priority was saving us money and getting us the help we needed. Waited til Monday morning and got a text first thing from the company. Told them I still wanted the assistance and they sent …
Stephanie Sibley · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 15 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 92 of 230 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Alf Plumbing, Inc.

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (69 Google reviews)4.9 on Yelp (38) 18.7 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

4.9★ on 69 reviews with reviewConsistency=0.956 and 97 of 100 analyzed being 5-star; fast_response cited in 21 reviews, same-day arrival in 16 — Enrique handled a last-minute emergency call described as 'kind and informative' despite the short notice.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed69 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day response in 16 of 100 analyzed reviews (serviceMentions.same-day-plumber=16); emergency response documented including last-minute calls and 'right away' dispatch (themeCounts.fast_response=21). (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing across 28 cost-related reviews: upfront quote given early and honored; pricing called competitive vs larger companies; fair price cited in 5 reviews (themeCounts.fair_pricing=5). (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Workmanship attention to detail: Gabe cleaned pipe sealant off new shut-off valve; John Sandoval noted attention to detail and commitment to quality across a full job; 12 workmanship-themed reviews. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • $650 for 2 of 3 leaky pipes, with 1 pipe left leaking after first visit; company returned and fixed it — workmanship incomplete on first attempt but was resolved. (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Alf Plumbing responded back the same day as my inquiry. Aaron was who I corresponded with and Enrique came out for the assessment. He was professional and knowledgeable. There was no pressure tactics. I appreciate that. Tha k you guys.
Brandon · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Update: Hired First Response Plumbing a week later as toilet was still out of commission. Come to find out the toilet was clogged with a toy. Alf plumbing snaked, made a video of the drain and gave me a quote for $1100 to replace the toilet only to leave it …
Jacqueline Edwards · · Google · Oct 2025

We read 100 of 69 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

5

Emergency Plumbing & Rooter Service

Top pick24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
5.0 (19 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (1) 12.3 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

23-of-23 five-star reviews (reviewConsistency=1.0) for solo operator Joey — saved one customer $2,750 by diagnosing a tankless heater repair vs. a $3K replacement quote from a name-brand company.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed19 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Arrived within an hour on New Year's Day for an emergency call; fixed the problem quickly at a price described as "very reasonable." (cited in 1 of 23 reviews)
  • Saved customer ~$2,750 by repairing tankless water heater (parts under $250) rather than replacing it outright as a large company quoted at ~$3,000. (cited in 1 of 23 reviews)
  • Returned phone advice at no charge — gave free guidance twice to one customer to avoid unnecessary service visits. (cited in 1 of 23 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Joey is an awesome plumber with reasonable rates and reliable and on time He services My Mom’s rental units, I highly recommend If you’re looking for an honest, hard-working Plumber.
Ali Amerine · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 15 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 23 of 19 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
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Lee's Air, Plumbing, Heating, & Roofing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (440 Google reviews)4.4 on Yelp (26) 10.4 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

4.8★ on 440 reviews with 81% five-star, but slow_response=6 theme and 2 confirmed no-show incidents; plumbing jobs praised while HVAC sales pressure mirrors the sister-brand pattern.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed440 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

  • surprise_fees=1 and expensive=1 in theme counts; 1-star reviewer documents $18K HVAC upsell quote that competitor resolved with a $5K replacement or simple part repair. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Scheduling failures documented: 1 customer received a confirmed appointment text but was told "no appointment" when they called to check — wasted a morning wait. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Quote inflation pattern: tech quoted $18K unit replacement; separate contractor offered to fix for $5K or repair two parts for much less. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Plumbing tech Ocean dispatched same-day for water heater relight; called quickly and arrived within the dispatch window. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Installer completed roof job "professionally, cleaned up" — customer who had scheduling issues still rated the physical work positively. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Lee’s Roofing did an excellent job on our full roof replacement. The quality of work was great and the whole process was smooth from start to finish. Huge thanks to Elijah, Oscar, and Beto for keeping me informed every step of the way and sending updates …
Isaiah Elenes · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Do not use their service. I made an appointment, received a text confirmation with time window. When they didn't show up, I called and they told me that there was no appointment for me. Wasted my whole morning waiting on them when I could've gotten …
MaiSue Yang · · Google · Nov 2024

We read 100 of 440 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of South and Central Valley

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (177 Google reviews)2.4 on Yelp (23) 11.1 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

Mr. Rooter Fresno: 177 Google reviews at 4.8★ but reviewConsistency of 0.34 and 16 one-stars out of 77 analyzed; fast_response confirmed 16 times, but expensive cited 5 times and surprise_fees/slow_response each flagged.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed177 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

  • Overpricing pattern: reviewer paid $250 for 30-min drain snake vs. $120–$180 market rate; another reviewer called it a 'scam' and alleges contractor board complaint filing (2 of 77 reviews)
  • Pricing at 2× competitor quotes: $250 for 30-min snake where market rate cited as $120–$180; commission-based tech structure flagged (1 of 77 reviews)
  • 2-day wait before tech arrived in 1 negative case; same tool re-used ineffectively before escalating to removal quote (1 of 77 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day arrival confirmed across multiple reviews; tech on-site within ~1 hour of call in at least 2 documented cases (cited in 2 of 77 reviews)
  • Specific tech Eugene repeatedly praised for toilet diagnosis accuracy — replaced 2 toilets same-day, correctly identified non-sewer cause (cited in 2 of 77 reviews)
What reviewers praise
very responsive . arrived with in about a hour of call. very professional and solved my problem quickly and reasonably. thank you.
Camp Host · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
My toilet was making a dripping sound so I called mr. Rooter. I asked the manager how much they would charge for checking toilet. She said each person carries a book of prices and that they will tell me the prices after they look at the problem. Well, when …
Christina T. · · Yelp · Dec 2014

We read 77 of 177 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

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Chase & Sons Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (112 Google reviews) 13.2 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

4.7★ across 112 reviews; fast_response theme appears in 39 of 98 analyzed reviews — Curtis arrived in under 20 minutes for a sump pump flood; weekend and after-hours work confirmed across multiple accounts.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed112 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • 1 review cites unprofessional technician conduct — older tech accused a just-moved-in resident of flushing improper items without basis, leaving the customer 'so annoyed.' (1 of 98 reviews)
  • slow_response theme appears in 5 of 98 reviewed accounts — at least one reviewer notes extended multi-hour work that required asking permission to stay longer, suggesting some jobs run significantly over expected time. (1 of 98 reviews)

To be fair

  • Sub-20-minute emergency arrival cited in at least 1 account (sump pump flood), and weekend/Sunday service confirmed with pricing below a prior plumber's weekday rate — fast_response theme in 39 of 98 analyzed reviews. (cited in 3 of 98 reviews)
  • Multi-job sewer work praised for overcoming repeated challenges while maintaining positive attitude; technicians walter, jerome, and curtis named individually for thoroughness and superior plumbing knowledge. (cited in 2 of 98 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Jerome arrived ahead of schedule for my appointment and quickly took care of all my plumbing issues. He found the leak under my kitchen sink, which turned out to be a problem with the drain seal, and he also figured out that a loose toilet upstairs was …
krystal morrow · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
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Daniel Rivas · · Google · Jul 2023

We read 98 of 112 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

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Big Joe's Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (66 Google reviews)4.2 on Yelp (15) 11.8 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

Big Joe's Plumbing scores 4.7★ across 66 reviews; 66 of 73 analyzed are 5-star with workmanship=13 and fast-response same-night visits confirmed — offset by a BBB F rating with no accreditation.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed66 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • BBB F rating with no accreditation is a flag for a 66-review plumber — unresolved complaints or registration issues likely behind the grade. (1 of 73 reviews)
  • BBB rating of F (not accredited) contradicts Google's 4.7★ — no BBB complaint detail available but the F grade is a structural concern for job accountability. (1 of 73 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-evening availability confirmed in 3 reviews including an 11 PM arrival for a slow leak (C1RNvtT80md4OxU2vsQZ) and a 9 PM weeknight call resolved within the hour (CLUWb5523OLxmowuWpmA). (cited in 3 of 73 reviews)
  • Pricing cited as 3x lower than competitors in rQEbD9JJeyj5343fGD3I; 10 cheap-plumber mentions across 73 reviews with fair_pricing=2 explicit callouts. (cited in 3 of 73 reviews)
What reviewers praise
They were fast, reliable, reasonable, and fixed mine Plumbing, they are really great. I highly recommend them for the future if anybody needs a plumber call Big Joe thank you.
Gary Barnett · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
Chased him around for 3 days to give me an estimate to find it he wanted almost $2,500 to install a toilet and sink.
Jacob F. · · Yelp · Nov 2021

We read 73 of 66 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

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1st Fresno Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.9 (43 Google reviews)4.2 on Yelp (100) 16.4 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

4.9★ on 43 reviews with 84% positive sentiment; fast_response cited 15 times and workmanship 12 times — strong water heater and same-day install record, but 9% negative reviews and reviewConsistency of 0.65 flag some inconsistency.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed43 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day water heater installation confirmed across 3 quotes (reviews cite sizing, recovery time, and energy guidance before install) (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Honest diagnostic approach: tech advised against unnecessary replacement in at least 1 documented case, saving customer money (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Sewer backup quoted and cleared at a price reviewers described as beating competitor estimates; video inspection included (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • reviewConsistency of 0.65 with 8 one-star reviews out of 100 analyzed suggests a meaningful minority of poor experiences alongside strong majority (2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
After comparing a few quotes for pipe repair, we chose this company. Their evaluation felt thorough and not rushed. The repair was completed within the estimated timeframe and the results have held up well. I would consider using their service again if needed.
Lucille Ella · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
If I can give this place customer service a negative number I would give them -3 stars. My daughter lives in Clovis and we visited this place when my family was up there to visit. Their bagels were better than any place where I lived so I asked my daughter to …
Lani C. · · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 43 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
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Lee's Air, Plumbing, & Heating

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (4,440 Google reviews)3.2 on Yelp (100) 19.7 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

4.8★ across 4440 reviews, but 24 of 100 analyzed are 1-star — driven by upsell complaints (surprise_fees=2, expensive=8) suggesting sales pressure on HVAC decisions.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed4,440 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

  • 4 reviewers describe being charged for a diagnostic that reached a "replace the whole unit" conclusion later contradicted by a second opinion costing a fraction of the price. (4 of 100 reviews)
  • Aggressive upsell pattern on aging HVAC units: 3 reviewers report tech declared equipment "unfixable" and pushed $18K+ replacement; competitors fixed same units for $250–$5K. (3 of 100 reviews)
  • Predatory financing tactics reported — salesperson coerced elderly customer into unfreezing credit to close a financing deal on a unit not yet verified as failed. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day dispatch available in 6 of analyzed reviews; tech-to-door on short notice with pre-arrival call cited by multiple customers. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Water heater replacement handled cleanly and without mess — 50-gal upgrade on a 25-year-old unit completed in one visit. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Broken water line capped in backyard with no hidden fees or sales pitch, both techs (Ocean & Dustin) walked customer through every step. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
(For Mary's roof) Lee's Roofing is amazing. Every agent we delt with was proffessional, helpful, and a joy to interact with. They also assisted with resources for financing. The crew was extremely fast and efficient (Our entire roof in 2 days!!!). We thank …
Bee Cee · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Don't use Lees plumbing.. Service man came to my home for a diverter valve replacement on a three handle tub/shower. He replaced the valve with a new one and it did not work (estimated cost $600). He then proceeded to write up an estimate of $2000 to cut out …
Josh M. · ★★ · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 100 of 4,440 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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PR Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,760 Google reviews)3.1 on Yelp (97) 11.3 mi from downtown Del Rey

Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.

4.8★ across 1,760 reviews but reviewConsistency=0.125 — 33 of 100 analyzed are 1-star, driven by slow_response=9 and unprofessional=7 complaints alongside 62 five-star ratings.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,760 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

  • Dispatcher stonewalled a customer for 3+ hours after promising a callback — same dispatcher confirmed twice, tech never came (1-star, 2021). (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Tech hung up on customer after being called out for scheduling dishonesty; insurance company also had difficulty scheduling (1-star, 2017). (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Slow response and communication failures surface in 9 slow_response and 7 unprofessional theme hits; one reviewer waited 3+ hours after a promised callback that never came. (3 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response theme appears in 19 of 100 analyzed reviews; same-day service mentions hit 12 with weekend/emergency coverage confirmed in 3 reviews. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Repipe and tankless water heater installs backed by multiple 5-star reviews citing knowledgeable techs and thorough field work. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We have have had an excellent experience with PR Plumbing from start to finish! Their office staff is professional, friendly, and incredibly easy to work with. Scheduling was simple, and they were very prompt with communication. The technicians in the field …
Paulette Soriano · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Horrible horrible company. The worst customer service and constantly lied to by employees and most of all James the project manager is not a man of his word. I purchased an A/C unit in July of 2021. Everything was good until the rain came. Woke up to my …
Money F. · · Yelp · Dec 2021

We read 100 of 1,760 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (460 Google reviews)3.0 on Yelp (100) 9.5 mi from downtown Del Rey

Lists 24-hour service on its Google profile — and reviewers describe after-hours calls.

4.8★ on 460 reviews but 28% negative sentiment in sampled 100 — fast_response=18 and professional=41 in positives, offset by 7 slow_response, 7 expensive, and 2 surprise_fees complaints.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed460 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 review cites CSLB licensing lapse in multiple CA areas; reviewer paid $1,850 and alleges unlicensed work exceeded legal $500 cap (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Rude technician cited in 1-star review; reviewer felt 'uncomfortable in my own home' (1 of 100 reviews)
  • 7 slow_response mentions in 100 reviewed; one reviewer waited a week after initial visit before giving up entirely (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response=18 in 100 analyzed reviews; same-day service on Saturdays confirmed in at least 2 reviews including an after-hours emergency (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Technicians praised for explaining issues and not upselling — Enrique C. noted specifically for 'no upsell' approach (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
It was an after hours emergency situation where we had no toilets or water use due to a tree root entanglement that resulted in a back up and blockage of our line. James F. showed up and quickly assessed the situation and cleared the line making it possible …
Stacey Martin · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
I took the day off to do a simple drain snake. Called at 10AM. Was given an appt window of 1-5. Called at 4 to make sure they were still coming. Scheduler said technician would call within 10 min to update. No call. I called back at 4:45. Scheduler said they …
Jenny J. · · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 100 of 460 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Fresno Plumbing & Heating Inc

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.1 (111 Google reviews)3.5 on Yelp (39) 10.1 mi from downtown Del Rey

Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.

Fresno Plumbing & Heating: BBB A+ accredited, 111 Google reviews at 4.1★ with 25 one-stars out of 100 analyzed; unprofessional theme in 7 reviews and rude phone staff flagged across multiple sources.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed111 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Unsafe driving complaint: company truck #131 cited driving wrong-side of road and forcing a merge (1-star, 2025-08) (1 of 100 reviews)
  • New construction workmanship dispute: guest bath tub and master shower sinking/bending post-install; company dismissed safety concern with 'OK, have a good day' (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Phone staff repeatedly cited as rude — 'incredibly rude, you don't even get to finish your sentence'; cost to unclog drain doubled since prior visits (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Tackling difficult diagnostics others gave up on — located hidden water shutoff and sewer pipe defect that multiple prior plumbers missed (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Same-day or next-day dispatch confirmed in multiple reviews; within-24-hour arrival on backed-up kitchen/laundry lines (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We had our kitchen and laundry room lines backing up, called Fresno Plumbing and Heating, within 24 hours they had the very professional and friendly Dennis at our home. He was able to fix our issue in a timely manner and the fee was more than reasonable. I …
John Barron · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
Drivers need safety courses as they have no regard to traffic around them. Truck #131 at 0630 on 8/21 this guy drives on the wrong side of the road to beat traffic then forcibly merges into me causing me to slam my breaks to avoid a crash because he wanted …
Cassondra Reyes · · Google · Aug 2025

We read 100 of 111 reviews · newest from Dec 2025 · BBB A+ accredited

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A Reliable Plumbing LLC

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.3 (23 Google reviews)3.8 on Yelp (9) 15.9 mi from downtown Del Rey

Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.

4.3★ Google / BBB A+ accredited; 80% positive sentiment across 35 reviews analyzed but 6 of 35 are 1-star — pattern of unprofessional phone conduct and a disputed $85 no-service fee cited in recent reviews.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed23 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Charged $85 'show up' fee after doing no service and recommending a faucet purchase — reviewer was told fee would be waived if service was performed (1 of 35 reviews)
  • Water heater part quoted at $350 (full price of a new unit) before reviewer sourced part for $90 themselves; tech still charged full labor (1 of 35 reviews)
  • unprofessional=2 in 35 reviews; office staff cited as rude in 2 separate 1-star reviews — one hung up on a customer (2 of 35 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day or within-an-hour arrival cited in multiple reviews; technicians Manuel and Albert praised for thoroughness on slab leaks and water heaters (cited in 3 of 35 reviews)
  • BBB A+ accredited; fair_pricing=1 and cheap-plumber=6 in service mentions suggesting competitive rates confirmed by reviewers (cited in 2 of 35 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I would definitely recommend A Reliable Plumbing. They came out to the house within an hour of my call and had the shower fixed in no time. They are polite, honest and knowledgeable in what they do!
heidi dwelle · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
Today A Reliable Plumbing fixed a water heater at a rental property I own. The technician came out earlier this week, and wanted to charge me $350 for a new burner assembly that would take a week or two to receive! Just the part, not even labor was going to …
Rob W. · · Yelp · Dec 2013

We read 35 of 23 reviews · newest from Jan 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Del Rey we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 1,298 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.
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