The 15 plumbers serving Lincoln, ranked.

We read 2,745 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 49 plumbers serving Lincoln — including the one-star reviews other directories bury — and ranked them the way we'd rank them for a friend. 31 of the 49 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.

Lincoln's problem isn't finding a plumber; it's telling them apart — the median rating here is 4.9, and when everyone has five stars, the stars stop helping. 29 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 30 of the 49 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: only one company in this radius — Folsom Plumbing Company — sits below 4.0 (3.6). Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and sewer work.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown LincolnHow 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: 919 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

5 Star Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (4,407 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (100) 18.1 mi from downtown Lincoln

Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 4,407 reviews — fast_response in 30 of 100 analyzed, same-day water heater installs documented, but a $150 visit fee just for a quote and one $530 snake-without-camera charge are real friction points.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed4,407 total on Google

5★6

4★0

3★1

2★4

1★4

Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

Two-visit diagnostic failure on active floor flooding: $530 spent across two visits with no camera inspection despite obvious need — charged for incomplete diagnosis (Oa6hL1SeQwZ14rVjmVE5) (1 of 100 reviews)
$150 non-refundable visit fee to receive a quote — cited as a dealbreaker by David C. (2-star Yelp); atypical for the market (1 of 100 reviews)
Recurring flooding issue: tech charged $230 and did nothing, second tech snaked without camera and charged $300 — customer still flooded after two visits (Janet Sutton, 1-star) (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Same-day water heater service confirmed: gas unit installed within 4-hour window (John Wachter); Amir coordinated with contractor, removed old heater and returned same day for install (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Pricing cited as competitive in 11 of 100 analyzed reviews (cheap-plumber=11, fair_pricing=6); one bid came in $3,000 less than all competitors and upgraded materials at no extra cost (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
Weekend/off-hours emergency response documented: sewage stoppage cleared next morning (Kelly Williams); weekend plumbing emergency resolved by Eze same day (Sandy P.) (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Amazing company, amazing service. I had an emergency plumbing issue, a sewage stoppage, so I contacted 5 Star due to the great reviews. Amir came out the next morning and cleared everything for me. He explained everything he needed to do and was so friendly …”

Kelly Williams · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“The require a "visit fee" of $150 just to get a quote. There are too many good options to deal with that. Pass.”

David C. · ★★ · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 4,407 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(916) 796-1233

Full report →Website ↗

The Plumbing Pros

Top pick

5.0 (800 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (17) 10.3 mi from downtown LincolnNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

5.0 stars across 800 Google reviews with 100% positive sentiment in 100 analyzed; fast_response cited 32 times and fair_pricing/expensive contrast suggests value but occasional sticker shock on bigger jobs.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed800 total on Google

5★15

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

What reviewers keep saying

Same-day arrival delivered repeatedly — 12 same-day mentions and fast_response theme in 32 of 100 analyzed reviews, including water heater part sourced and installed same morning. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
Transparent, no-upsell pricing: technicians present multiple repair vs. replace options with upfront quotes; 1 reviewer cited a competitor bid 50% higher and Joe held the original price after wall was opened. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
Proactive scheduling communication — 30-minute ETA texts, early-arrival heads-up, reminder emails cited across multiple reviews. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“We had a great experience with Joe from The plumbing pros. How was honest, helpful and knowledgeable. We had a couple of problems happening with our toilet system. But the biggest one was the giant root in our piping. Highly recommend this company and Joe as …”

linsey Hasapes · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

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

We read 100 of 800 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(916) 778-7384

Full report →Website ↗

Plumbing Care Inc

Top pick

4.9 (677 Google reviews)4.6 on Yelp (100) 19.1 mi from downtown LincolnNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

4.9★ on 677 reviews — dominant water heater specialist with 28 of 100 service mentions, warranty advocacy cited in multiple reviews, and same-day response on Sundays confirmed.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed677 total on Google

5★12

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★2

What reviewers keep saying

Water heater warranty expertise: 2 reviewers specifically cite technicians who identified still-in-warranty units and coordinated manufacturer replacements, saving hundreds vs competitors (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Sunday/weekend availability confirmed — responded and scheduled same day on Sunday 4:30PM in at least 1 review; themeCounts.weekend_or_emergency=4 (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
Repeat customer loyalty noted: 3rd-time usage, consistent tech (Keith), non-standard building expertise cited in review (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

Supply-only pricing high: 2 of 12 quotes cite expensive appliance markup; reviewer advises buying unit separately to save money (2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Suresh and the entire team was very professional and the water heater installation was excellently done. I would highly recommend Plumbing Care.”

Sean Chai · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“Called in early November about a water heater replacement under warranty since this company is apparently the company the manufacturer works with in my area for this sort of issue. Technician came out, said they didn't have the part in stock, would have to …”

Mike P. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2023

We read 100 of 677 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(916) 252-6323

Full report →Website ↗

Premier Rooter and Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (559 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (53) 17.9 mi from downtown Lincoln

Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 559 reviews; fast_response=16 and workmanship=19 in 100 sampled; Adrian (named tech) drove a whole-house repipe, sewer-line replacement, and same-day drain emergencies — breadth is exceptional.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed559 total on Google

5★13

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★2

What reviewers keep saying

Sunday-afternoon drain overflow handled within the hour; full concrete-cut main drain replacement finished in 2 days as estimated — complex job execution cited in multiple reviews (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Whole-house repipe completed with meticulous detail; sewer-line replacement from foundation to street cited as flawless; trenchless tech knowledge praised over competitors (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
Pricing described as 'very competitive' vs 3 other bids and 'extremely reasonable even on a holiday weekend'; 28 plumber-cost mentions with positive framing (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

Expensive theme appears in 3 of 100 sampled reviews; one reviewer explicitly noted higher price than alternatives before choosing for quality and trenchless expertise (1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“My roommate dropped a measuring spoon down the garbage disposal and got it jammed. I found Premiere Rooter and Plumbing. Called first thing in the morning and they offered me a same day appointment between 2-4. Adrian showed up a little before 1:30pm. He …”

Molly Manlick · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Appeared professional and knowledgeable and unclogged the drain. But I did not appreciate the $100 upcharge for the clean out being inside, it was no more work for them. But the real issue was they tried to sell me a $17,000 trenchless pipe repair that was …”

Chris C. · ★ · Yelp · Nov 2024

We read 100 of 559 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(916) 581-4874

Full report →Website ↗

Dependable Rooter and Plumbing

Top pick

4.8 (523 Google reviews) 7.7 mi from downtown LincolnNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

4.8 stars across 523 reviews; Dependable Rooter's Andrew-led crew handles toilet clogs with tree-root history, water heater issues, and after-hours phone intake — 4 of 5 analyzed reviews flag professionalism and zero upsell pressure.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed523 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 523 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

themeCounts.professional=4 across analyzed reviews; no upsell pressure noted — team explained options and let customers choose conservative approach without guilt (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
After-hours phone intake confirmed — booked early morning appointment from night call; multi-tech crew handles tree-root and slab-adjacent pipe jobs (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“We had a great experience with dependable Rooter and Plumbing, very friendly and knowledgeable staff. They responded quickly and very friendly in explaining the repair procedure.”

Israel Carballo · ★★★★★ · 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 523 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(916) 238-5848

Full report →Website ↗

America's Plumbing Company

Top pick

4.8 (418 Google reviews) 17.9 mi from downtown LincolnNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Technicians arrive early, fix problems on the first visit, and communication is transparent—Jorge and Gerrit consistently exceed expectations even on emergency calls.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed418 total on Google

5★4

4★1

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 418 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

5 of 5 reviews praise technician professionalism and friendliness by name (Jorge, Gerrit, James Mosqueda, Johnny) (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
3 of 5 reviews explicitly mention early or on-time arrival and fast diagnostics (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
2 of 5 reviews highlight proactive communication: office staff (Margie) notifies customers before technician arrival, and technician explains repairs clearly before proceeding (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“Jorge arrived on time with a smile and a positive attitude. Diagnosed and fixed the issue quickly, making the new hose bib setup even better than it had been previously”

Rachel U · ★★★★★ · 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 418 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(916) 866-1368

Full report →Website ↗

Dependable Rooter and Plumbing

Top pick

4.8 (374 Google reviews) 9.7 mi from downtown LincolnNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Arrives within 30-45 minutes even on holidays with meticulous workmanship, but only 5 reviews limit confidence in consistency.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed374 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 374 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Emergency responsiveness: Arrives within 30-45 minutes of call and handles holiday requests (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Goes beyond scope of work: All 5 reviews mention proactive problem-solving, extra cleaning, or checking additional areas (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Named staff consistently praised: Andrew Stambaugh (owner) and team members Richard, Riley mentioned by name for professionalism (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“So very thankful to Dependable Rooter and Plumbing! They fixed my clogged bathroom sink, easy Peezy! Super friendly service! And thank you so much for coming out even on a holiday… One very happy customer here! I would give you 10 stars if I could!!!”

Andi · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 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 374 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(916) 238-5848

Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first

Service Champions

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (3,943 Google reviews) 8.0 mi from downtown Lincoln

Our take — how we form it

Service Champions holds 4.9 stars on 3,943 Google reviews; 1 of 5 analyzed reviews flags commission-driven upselling on a water heater job that led to a full repipe the customer later questioned needing.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed3,943 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 3,943 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Commission-based sales staff flagged in 1 of 5 reviews (small sample); customer felt pressured into a full repipe — warrants caution on upselling for high-ticket jobs (1 of 5 reviews)
Sales technicians work on commission; 1 of 5 reviews describes an upsell from simple water heater replacement to full repipe — customer later learned sales reps earn commission and wished they'd gotten a second opinion (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Same-day water heater diagnosis and part procurement; Patrick diagnosed, sourced the part, and fixed in a single day per 1 of 5 reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Service plan members get discounts on parts during incidental discoveries like faulty electromagnetic relays found during routine HVAC maintenance (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“I had a great experience with Service Champions. When I called, they were able to send Patrick out very quickly, which was incredibly convenient. He arrived the same day, diagnosed the problem with my water heater, and even went out to get the part that was …”

Sarah Poliana · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Not happy with the sales side of Service Champions. Originally we called in because our hot water heater was going out, and just wanted a simple replacement. They did an inspection, and upsold us saying the pipes were old and needed to be completely replaced. …”

Patty Cake · ★★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 3,943 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(916) 655-0262

Full report →Website ↗

Mr. Drain

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (1,141 Google reviews)1.0 on Yelp (2) 18.6 mi from downtown Lincoln

Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 1,141 reviews; BBB A+ accredited; 84 of 89 analyzed are 5-star; themeCounts professional=42, fast_response=11, expensive=6 — pricing runs above average per multiple reviewers but workmanship and scheduling earn repeat business.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,141 total on Google

5★12

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★3

Why we're cautious

1 Yelp review documents a no-call/no-show for a scheduled diagnostic window; tech arrived 1h20min late with no acknowledgment of the missed appointment (themeCounts reflects Google/Yelp source mix) (1 of 89 reviews)
Pricing above average flagged in 6 of 89 analyzed reviews (themeCounts.expensive=6) — one reviewer notes quotes 'not inexpensive' and suspects above-average pricing vs market (2 of 89 reviews)

To be fair

fast_response in 11 of 89 analyzed reviews; Sunday last-minute call-out confirmed, sewer + full repipe completed in 7 days in 1 quote (cited in 3 of 89 reviews)
Full re-plumb and sewer line replacement passing county inspection — technician Grayson cited by name for strict personal standards in 1 of 12 quotes (cited in 1 of 89 reviews)
Communication quality cited in 3 of 89 reviews; multiple pre-job explanation methods noted (themeCounts.communication=3) (cited in 2 of 89 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“I called them when my water heater started leaking, and they were able to come out the very next day. Upon arrival, Greg thoroughly explained what was happening and walked me through several options, including replacing the existing tank with a similar model …”

Manuel Navedo · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Scheduled a diagnostic between 12 - 4 yesterday. I checked in at 3:45pm, but no reply and no show. I received a text out of the blue at 5:20pm saying they were on the way, which was too late for us. No reply or acknowledgement of the missed appointment was …”

Sue K. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 89 of 1,141 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(530) 658-0972

Full report →Website ↗

5 Star Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (721 Google reviews) 1.8 mi from downtown Lincoln

Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 721 Google reviews with 5 analyzed; avoided unnecessary full-system reroute that a competitor quoted — drained flooding bathrooms by unclogging the drain instead; pricing transparent before work starts.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed721 total on Google

5★4

4★1

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 721 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Second-opinion diagnosis saved customer from unnecessary full-system reroute; problem solved by drain unclog instead (LTIZRYESwkCUv3Y15DLL) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Communication=2 theme hits; Tolly and Amir both praised for upfront price range before starting and clear explanations throughout (MuRRpNshr3Sn9r3cJRuV, q8dh8Hdcf0BuitaO3Gn6) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

Emergency supply line replacement billed over $350 for 50 minutes of labor — one reviewer noted high cost but felt no choice due to urgency (CI69mb1yhu7nBohSczao) (1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Amir was able to move a late afternoon appointment to an earlier, more convenient time. He was prompt and did a good job explaining the issues with my drains. The fix was done pretty quickly and the pricing was fair. I had confidence in Amir’s work.”

David Stonehouse · ★★★★★ · 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 721 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(669) 322-1899

Full report →Website ↗

Armoured Plumbing, Inc.

Caveats apply

4.9 (599 Google reviews) 10.6 mi from downtown LincolnNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

4.9 stars on 599 Google reviews; 5 analyzed (1 one-star) show strong communication and same-day arrival but one reviewer documents digging without calling utilities, an unfinished trench job requiring rework, and a clean-out cover left uncloseable.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed599 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 599 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Dug before calling utilities on a rental property — work stopped for days when a wire was hit; with only 5 analyzed reviews this safety complaint carries outsized weight (1 of 5 reviews)
Workmanship complaint: original dig approach failed (3 pits), required full trench rework, and final clean-out cover sits too high to close — landlord job but quality concerns are documented (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Owner Barry answers his phone any time — confirmed by a contractor who has used the company for nearly two decades on commercial jobs (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Arrived in under an hour, resolved issue in 30 minutes with detailed coaching on future maintenance — strong same-day response per local reviewer (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Please read this! Great information. Overall pre-experience: I have called many plumbers as I am new to the area as far as utilizing contractors. I came from a town where I knew everyone, but once I moved to Sacramento, I knew not a soul as far as …”

Greco G · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Landlord hired them to work on rental. Dug before calling proper utilities. Way more to complain about but if that first part doesn't make you think twice then nothing else I have to say will. Edit after owner repsonse... Just because you can do something …”

William Pfingst · ★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 5 of 599 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(916) 782-8133

Full report →Website ↗

Rapid First Plumbing

Caveats apply

4.9 (455 Google reviews)4.4 on Yelp (100) 17.7 mi from downtown LincolnNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Rapid First Plumbing (4.9★, 455 reviews, BBB A+) shows 81/100 five-stars with strong sewer and toilet volume (17 mentions each); 21 fast_response theme hits but 1 surprise_fees and 1 unprofessional flag in 100 reviews.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed455 total on Google

5★7

4★1

3★1

2★0

1★6

Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

Parts price markup without disclosure: reviewer alleges over $100 added to parts cost not mentioned in $175/hr quote (aWTdoodZWvyVBDzJE5GS). Low volume flag given 455 reviews but pattern worth noting. (1 of 100 reviews)
Parts markup not disclosed upfront — one reviewer paid $100+ over quoted parts cost; $175/hr rate cited without transparency about inflated parts pricing (aWTdoodZWvyVBDzJE5GS); surprise_fees=1. (1 of 100 reviews)
Phone scheduling quality has declined per at least one long-term customer — previously reliable, now 'incredibly rude and unhelpful on the phone' (M8BluN6OO0kdRILJ8cPL). (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Same-day service confirmed across multiple jobs — apartment community manager reports consistent arrival and knowledgeable technicians each dispatch (uzeiBUdIlL6XMQrF4VGm); themeCounts.fast_response=21. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Sewer and toilet work depth: 17 sewer and 17 toilet-repair service mentions — tech found tree root clump where prior company wanted to jackhammer driveway (F1HSM95uyRXe4QA3eFtq); RPY8wGQSk1wkvakZiDug confirms second-visit root-cause resolution. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Weekend and after-hours coverage documented: Sunday 6 PM call serviced without price gouging (Gt6eL9p6cwIMeg1swn2R); weekend_or_emergency=5. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“They offered the best deal for the service by value of pricing. $265 for drain cleaning only. I didn't want the camera service since it would cost $300 something more. The technician was really nice and could offer a detailed explanation of plausible causes …”

Cincinnati Phung · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“They won't service you if they dont think they can up sell or charge crazy price. They also are bad at keeping appointments.”

greypimps chass · ★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 455 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(916) 448-2672

Full report →Website ↗

New Flow Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (380 Google reviews)4.3 on Yelp (21) 12.6 mi from downtown Lincoln

Our take — how we form it

New Flow Plumbing holds 4.9★ across 380 reviews with 100 analyzed; fast_response theme in 25 of 100, emergency service in 12 mentions, but slow_response flagged in 4 reviews and 1-star Yelp complaint cites chronic no-shows and poor_workmanship on high-end toilet install.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed380 total on Google

5★11

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★3

Why we're cautious

Yelp 1-star complaint (Mar 2026): installer no-showed first appointment citing van in shop, arrived late to rescheduled appointment without calling — reviewer had to cancel due to other engagement. (1 of 100 reviews)
Yelp 1-star complaint (Mar 2026): high-end Toto toilet installation ($4,500+ toilets) performed poorly — multiple electronic features not functioning, installer unresponsive after job. (1 of 100 reviews)
Slow response flagged in 4 of 100 reviews — one reviewer waited weeks with a clogged drain before finally getting service. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Under-1-hour arrival confirmed in multiple reviews: clogged shower drain resolved within 1 hour of call in 1 reviewed case; same-day dispatch on 9 confirmed same-day-plumber mentions. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Slab leak / foundation pipe repair handled on-site: Armond and Art broke concrete, found the leaking pipe, fixed a secondary pipe damaged in the process — praised despite high cost. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
Weekend emergency drainage handled: Arman and Vito responded to a Saturday emergency drainage problem. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“I can't say enough good things about New Flow Plumbing ! The same day I reached out, they came and did an exceptional job at a very fair price! It is very rare these days to find a company that is honest, professional, and kind. For now on if I ever have any …”

Brenda Lacey · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025

The most critical take we found

“Do not use this plumber!!! He is incompetent. He came out two times to clear my toilet. He replaced a part, and claimed it was an original Kohler part, and the part was defective. The second time he came out he told me that there was nothing wrong with …”

Beth S. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2016

We read 100 of 380 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

(916) 527-8885

Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air

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

4.8 (1,378 Google reviews)2.1 on Yelp (100) 13.8 mi from downtown Lincoln

Our take — how we form it

4.8★ Google but 100-review sample splits 48 one-stars vs 43 five-stars; 8 reviews cite surprise_fees and Yelp reviews describe $2,200–$15,000 quotes that competitors solved for $300; response time strong but pricing red flags are systemic.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,378 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★9

Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

Yelp reviewer paid $2,200 hydro-jet that failed to clear the line; competitor fixed same problem for $300 by locating the sewer trap in the front yard. Pattern of high-pressure upsells documented. (1 of 100 reviews)
Multiple Yelp reviews describe quotes 2–3x above competitors (quoted $15k and $13k for jobs with no clear diagnosis); one reviewer accused of 'lying to get business' and reneging on promised pricing. (2 of 100 reviews)
Poor workmanship theme in 3 of 100 reviews; 1-star HVAC duct cleaning left furniture coated in decades of debris with no floor protection laid. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Responded within 45 minutes at 10pm sewer backup emergency; $79 all-day snake price was several hundred below competitors for same service. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
fast_response theme in 18 of 100 reviews; within-one-hour water heater leak response confirmed on Thanksgiving prep day. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Devaun was personable & professional during his visit. He did a great job at draining our bathtub and tidying up afterwards. One less thing to worry about! Thank you!!”

Erin Bassi · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“This started off bad already I called in for drain cleaning special $59 gave the reservationist all notes including saying WE ARE NOT THE OWNER but are responsible for all repairs and she notated the account said it was not a problem so long as our landlord …”

Cindy E. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 1,378 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(916) 252-9014

Full report →Website ↗

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air

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

4.8 (564 Google reviews)2.1 on Yelp (100) 11.5 mi from downtown Lincoln

Our take — how we form it

Rooter Hero Citrus-Heights has a misleading 4.8★ Google aggregate on 564 reviews: the 100 sampled split 47 one-star vs 41 five-star, with surprise_fees flagged in 8 reviews and poor_workmanship in 5 — nearly identical to positive signals.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed564 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★11

Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

Surprise fees flagged in 8 of 100 reviews; one reviewer filing claims with contractor state license board, BBB, and small claims over a toilet damaged by technicians (themeCounts.surprise_fees=8). (2 of 100 reviews)
Poor workmanship cited in 5 of 100 reviews; $2,200 hydro-jet job left problem unsolved — a second plumber fixed it for $300 by finding the cleanout in the front yard. (2 of 100 reviews)
Water heater age misrepresented by technician (quoted 2014 vs actual 2017 mfg date) to justify $3,200 replacement — second opinion confirmed no replacement needed at far lower cost. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Fast response confirmed in 14 of 100 analyzed reviews; same-day drain clearing in 15 minutes cited (themeCounts.fast_response=14). (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Water-heater emergency handled within an hour on a holiday (Thanksgiving); drain-pipe repair completed with quality workmanship noted (themeCounts.workmanship=13). (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Received same day service. Jacob was professional, explained the procedure well and removed the clog in my shower drain in 15 minutes. Would highly recommend Rooter Hero!”

Kathy Jayne · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“I am filing claims with the contractors state license board, the better business bureau, and small claims. This company scams people. I have been given the run around about a toilet they damaged in my home over a month ago. This company is not trustworthy.”

Jennifer Hagemann · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 100 of 564 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Also serving Lincoln — 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.

Boyd Plumbing, Inc. 4.9 (328 Google reviews) · Folsom · 16.5 mi Call

Domco Plumbing 4.8 (327 Google reviews) · Rancho Cordova · 17.4 mi Call

Super Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air 4.9 (325 Google reviews) · Citrus Heights · 14.0 mi Call

Mach 1 Plumbing Roseville 5.0 (261 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 10.0 mi Call

Roseville Plumbing Solutions 5.0 (252 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 10.2 mi Call

Paradise Plumbing Pros 4.9 (242 Google reviews) · Sacramento · 18.4 mi Call

Preferred Plumbing & Drain 4.6 (230 Google reviews) · Newark · 17.9 mi Call

United Plumbing & Water Heaters 4.9 (218 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 11.9 mi Call

Rhino Rooter Plumbing Sewer & Drain Inc 5.0 (171 Google reviews) · Citrus Heights · 14.8 mi Call

Jeff Boaze Plumbing, Inc. 5.0 (156 Google reviews) · Folsom · 15.6 mi Call

U.S. Plumbing Marshall 5.0 (151 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 11.3 mi Call

Water Heaters Only, Inc 5.0 (138 Google reviews) · Folsom · 17.0 mi Call

Bravo Plumbing and Drain 5.0 (131 Google reviews) · Citrus Heights · 12.0 mi Call

Shields Plumbing 5.0 (122 Google reviews) · Citrus Heights · 15.8 mi Call

All Sacramento Plumbing 4.8 (95 Google reviews) · Sacramento · 18.9 mi Call

Budget Plumbing 4.8 (93 Google reviews) · Roseville · 9.5 mi Call

Specialized Plumbing and Sewer Repair 5.0 (92 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 7.9 mi Call

Lee's Air, Plumbing, & Heating 4.9 (88 Google reviews) · Folsom · 18.0 mi Call

Save 2day Plumbing 5.0 (86 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 6.2 mi Call

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Roseville 5.0 (67 Google reviews) · Roseville · 12.2 mi Call

Fig's Plumbing Inc. 4.6 (57 Google reviews) · Rancho Cordova · 18.5 mi Call

Pro-Plumbing Inc 4.9 (54 Google reviews) · Citrus Heights · 14.5 mi Call

Kings Plumbing 5.0 (51 Google reviews) · Rancho Cordova · 18.5 mi Call

Home Care Plumbing, Inc. 5.0 (48 Google reviews) · Rancho Cordova · 19.9 mi Call

All Phase Plumbing 5.0 (46 Google reviews) · Roseville · 8.4 mi Call

New Flow Plumbing 4.9 (41 Google reviews) · Rancho Cordova · 16.0 mi Call

L&R Plumbing 4.8 (39 Google reviews) · Rancho Cordova · 18.4 mi Call

Super Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Air - Folsom 4.8 (37 Google reviews) · Folsom · 19.1 mi Call

Motherflushers Plumbing 5.0 (36 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 11.9 mi Call

Whest Koast Plumbing 5.0 (25 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 6.1 mi Call

Flowrite Plumbing in Citrus Heights 4.4 (16 Google reviews) · Citrus Heights · 13.6 mi Call

Day Folsom Plumber 4.5 (16 Google reviews) · Folsom · 16.4 mi Call

Folsom Plumbing Company 3.6 (8 Google reviews) · Folsom · 18.1 mi Call

Victory Plumbing Sewer & Drain 4.8 (6 Google reviews) · Rocklin · 8.8 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Lincoln

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

5 Star Plumbing — Two-visit diagnostic failure on active floor flooding: $530 spent across two visits with no camera inspection despite obvious need — charged for incomplete diagnosis (Oa6hL1SeQwZ14rVjmVE5)
Service Champions — Commission-based sales staff flagged in 1 of 5 reviews (small sample); customer felt pressured into a full repipe — warrants caution on upselling for high-ticket jobs
Mr. Drain — 1 Yelp review documents a no-call/no-show for a scheduled diagnostic window; tech arrived 1h20min late with no acknowledgment of the missed appointment (themeCounts reflects Google/Yelp source mix)
Armoured Plumbing, Inc. — Dug before calling utilities on a rental property — work stopped for days when a wire was hit; with only 5 analyzed reviews this safety complaint carries outsized weight
Rapid First Plumbing — Parts price markup without disclosure: reviewer alleges over $100 added to parts cost not mentioned in $175/hr quote (aWTdoodZWvyVBDzJE5GS). Low volume flag given 455 reviews but pattern worth noting.
New Flow Plumbing — Yelp 1-star complaint (Mar 2026): installer no-showed first appointment citing van in shop, arrived late to rescheduled appointment without calling — reviewer had to cancel due to other engagement.
New Flow Plumbing — Yelp 1-star complaint (Mar 2026): high-end Toto toilet installation ($4,500+ toilets) performed poorly — multiple electronic features not functioning, installer unresponsive after job.
Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air — Yelp reviewer paid $2,200 hydro-jet that failed to clear the line; competitor fixed same problem for $300 by locating the sewer trap in the front yard. Pattern of high-pressure upsells documented.

How we rank the plumbers on this page

We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Lincoln we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 919 reviews across 15 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 Nicolaus, Sheridan — this Lincoln guide covers those areas.

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