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The 15 plumbers serving Mount Wilson, ranked.

We track 60 plumbing companies working within 20 miles of Mount Wilson and have read 1,313 of their reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB — including every one-star review we could find. 54 answer 24/7 per their Google listings; where reviewers describe real middle-of-the-night calls, that evidence is quoted on the cards below. Rankings are not for sale.

Mount Wilson'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. 50 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 27 of the 60 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: Western Rooter & Plumbing alone carries 1,578 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 Mount WilsonHow 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: 533 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

Service Hero Plumbing, HVAC, and Electrical

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,542 Google reviews) 13.6 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.8★ across 1,542 reviews; water heater installs dominate with 3 mentions and emergency Sunday evening call handled same night — tech Jesus Puga named in 2 separate 5-star reviews.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,542 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,542 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Sunday emergency same-night water heater replacement confirmed: Devon Burch arrived on time, removed old unit, installed new one in single visit on short notice. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Water heater expertise strong: 3 of 5 analyzed service mentions are water-heater with all 5-star ratings; day-of confirmation calls and efficient installs with old unit removed noted. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Eric Flores installed a new water heater for us and he was amazing! He confirmed the appt and called the morning of to ensure we were still available. He was able to efficiently install our new water heater and take the old one with him. It was an amazing …”
Mackenzie Forster · ★★★★★ · 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 1,542 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(626) 225-0451
Full report →Website ↗
2

A-1 Total Service Plumbing

Top pick
4.9 (1,530 Google reviews) 14.9 mi from downtown Mount WilsonNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 1,530 reviews; 4 of 5 sampled at 5-star with strong office communication and on-time arrivals — one 3-star review flags a $975 quote for a minor drainage job with unclear cost breakdown.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,530 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,530 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency response under 40 minutes; technician resolved a multi-year unresolved issue in a few hours on first visit (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Office staff proactively called twice with arrival updates when technician was delayed; sends video of problem with pictures before proceeding (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians confirm work meets expectations before leaving; explains issues clearly and works independently without guidance (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One reviewer questioned a $975 quote for drain clearing with unclear breakdown of 'water removal' vs. pipe labor costs (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Working with Esteban was a great experience! I had a last-minute, very time-sensitive plumbing emergency, and they were able to arrive within 40 minutes of my call and fully resolve the issue. I had been trying to get this fixed with other plumbers over the …”
Max Xam · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“I want to start by saying that both Jose (the plumber) and Alice (assistant/administrator) we're both easy to work with and polite. At the end of the day my drainage was fixed but I have two issues. Pics of the issue and before/after below as well. 1) …”
Chris Jaffe · ★★★ · Google · Sep 2025

We read 5 of 1,530 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(323) 643-2844
Full report →Website ↗
3

Flood Brothers Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,034 Google reviews) 19.7 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.8★ across 1,034 reviews; 81 of 88 analyzed are 5-star with themeCounts.fast_response=17 and owner Giovanni documented arriving within 45 min on a Sunday night.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,034 total on Google
5★12
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★2

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day/emergency response cited in 17 reviews (themeCounts.fast_response=17); owner arrived within 45 min on a Sunday night burst-pipe call when 3 other companies declined. (cited in 3 of 88 reviews)
  • Workmanship quality noted in 9 reviews (themeCounts.workmanship=9); concrete and pipe work praised specifically, with crew cleaning up after multi-week sewer replacement. (cited in 3 of 88 reviews)
  • Communication quality flagged in 8 reviews (themeCounts.communication=8); team communicated clearly and often on a big jackhammer-and-concrete job. (cited in 2 of 88 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing flagged as high in 2 reviews (themeCounts.expensive=2); one customer received quotes of $4,995 and $2,995 for a shower repair, calling the $2,000 labor-only gap disappointing. (2 of 88 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Flood Brothers Plumbing provides outstanding service with quick response times and professional workmanship. The team is knowledgeable, courteous, and takes the time to ensure everything is done right. They handle issues efficiently and offer fair, …”
Xavier Veales · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
“I was overcharged for the plumbing repair that was only partially repaired. I was charged $1200 for 2 hours of work. Please see the attached photo This is how the repair was left.”
John Matthews · ★ · Google · Sep 2025

We read 88 of 1,034 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

(855) 840-7800
Full report →Website ↗
4

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (764 Google reviews) 12.1 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

Roto-Rooter Glendale holds 4.9★ on 764 Google reviews — the highest review volume of any Glendale listing; themeCounts show fast_response=3 with sub-hour arrival confirmed in 1 of 5 sampled reviews.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed764 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 764 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Sub-hour arrival confirmed: flooded kitchen sink diagnosed and cleared in under 2 hours total, including transit and repair (themeCounts.fast_response=3). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Tech proactively spotted hidden problems beyond the stated issue and walked customer through options without pressure — cited by 2 of 5 reviewers. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Thank you Victor! Our sink was backed up and flooding our kitchen due to our very poorly maintained 100 year old apartment’s pipes. We shut our valves immediately and within an hour Victor showed up, immediately diagnosed the problem and an hour after that he …”
Greg Stanard · ★★★★★ · 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 764 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(818) 739-3733
Full report →Website ↗
5

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (633 Google reviews) 16.2 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

Arrives fast, fixes the problem in minutes, and charges half what competitors quote—but only 5 reviews means the track record is still thin.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed633 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 633 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional pricing fairness: One customer received a quote of $6,000 elsewhere and paid under $500 for the same drainage issue, with full transparency on labor and materials. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviews praise fast response times and quick resolution, including one technician clearing a clog in 2-3 minutes after a competitor failed twice. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Consistent communication and transparency: 3 reviews specifically highlight detailed explanations, photographic documentation, and camera inspection walkthroughs so customers understand every step. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“lyndon is AMAZING!!! a total life saver!! so thoughtful and kind, diligent and conscientious- taking lots of photos and going to great lengths to make sure my landlord and i were both fully aware of every single step of the process. he takes great care in his …”
allie grant · ★★★★★ · 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 633 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(747) 229-2699
Full report →Website ↗
6

High Speed Rooter & Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (631 Google reviews)4.8 on Yelp (100) 10.3 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 631 reviews; 96 of 100 analyzed positive. themeCounts.professional=50, fast_response=28. 2 reviews cite upsell pressure and a $800+ hydro-jet push that another company resolved without it.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed631 total on Google
5★9
4★1
3★0
2★2
1★3

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

Why we're cautious

  • 1 Yelp review (3-star): technician entered with shoes on, criticized prior work unprompted, pushed $800+ hydro-jetting that proved unnecessary — resolved by another company without it (1 of 100 reviews)
  • 2 reviews cite upsell attempts: technician walked in with shoes on, criticized prior work, pushed $800+ hydro-jet that another plumber resolved without it; manager mixed up customers and gave no apology (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • themeCounts.fast_response=28: arrived within an hour of phone call in multiple reviews; Sunday availability confirmed for sewer backup with 2-hour response (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • themeCounts.professional=50: technicians explain root cause and permanent solutions with no pressure; 3+ months of patient advisory documented by one customer (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • themeCounts.workmanship=18: near-full plumbing replacement on 70-year-old galvanized pipes completed over a week with thorough documentation and photo evidence (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“I had initially contacted Robert about a pipe burst for my sewer line, and after getting quotes from over a dozen different rooter companies, I have decided that Robert seemed the most helpful, easygoing, and willing to answer my various questions about the …”
Claudia C · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Had some sewer damage on our property underneath the slab at my mothers home. She worked with Rick and Eric and they helped explained to her and me what was going on and what repairs were needed along the way. Think their knowledge and ability to communicate …”
Matt C. · ★★ · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 631 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(626) 669-3175
Full report →Website ↗
7

Top Notch Plumbing Inc.

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (534 Google reviews) 13.8 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 534 reviews; all 5 sampled at 5★—weekend tankless water heater install completed after losing hot water; technician Fabian cited in 2 reviews for explaining issues in detail before leaving.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed534 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 534 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Weekend water heater failure handled same-weekend: called after losing hot water, Joe dispatched to inspect and install tankless unit per 1 review. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Fabian explained issue clearly, walked through solution step-by-step, and kept work area clean per 2 of 5 reviews. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Jeff finished kitchen sink replacement in under half the estimated time while matching quoted price—fair_pricing theme in 1 review. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Joe did a good job to install a tankless water heater for my house. I lost hot water over the weekend and called them for help, they send Joe to check and Joe is so patient to answer my questions and concerns. The little unlucky is the rebate program from …”
Chen Coco · ★★★★★ · 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 534 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(626) 664-5519
Full report →Website ↗
8

John's Plumbing & Drain Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (441 Google reviews) 13.4 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.9 stars across 441 reviews; same-day water heater swap within the hour confirmed in 1 review, Saturday toilet call answered same day — fast_response=3, communication=2 in 5 analyzed reviews; one review carries both slow_response and fast_response themes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed441 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 441 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Water heater replaced within the hour of a same-week follow-up call; Saturday broken toilet fixed within a few hours of calling (themeCounts.fast_response=3, weekend_or_emergency=1) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Same-day wax ring diagnosis on a second-floor leak: technician replaced with double wax ring, fair pricing noted for same-day turnaround (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • No hidden fees cited in 1 review; dispatcher Ana praised by a property manager for coordination across multiple emergency and maintenance jobs (themeCounts.fair_pricing=1, communication=2) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • slow_response theme flagged in 1 of 5 analyzed reviews — Saturday toilet call took 'a few hours' before arrival, not immediate (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Great plumbers! So glad I found them. Very responsive, prompt and professional. Explained step by step the process of installing new water heater. I will only use them for all my future plumbing needs!”
Dianne Craik · ★★★★★ · 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 441 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(323) 422-7485
Full report →Website ↗
9

JB Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (438 Google reviews) 16.0 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.8★ across 438 Google reviews; all 5 sampled reviews are 5-star with 100% positive sentiment and perfect consistency score — strong repipe, water heater, and drain work cited with named technicians.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed438 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 438 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Full home repipe job praised in detail: crew covered belongings, cleaned up nightly, pulled permits quickly, and finished on schedule. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Multi-service reliability confirmed across repeat engagements; reviewer used JB for smaller jobs and major plumbing situations with consistent results — techs Cameron, Will, Johnny, Sean, Nick all cited by name. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Drain snaking completed in under an hour with techs arriving hours early and cleaning up after themselves. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Cory and Phillip were the best plumbers I have seen in 57 years. They were on time, straight forward and got the job done. No hassle, no fooling around got in and got the job done. They are in my permanent contacts and will DEFINITELY BE GETTING A CALL !!!”
SuperDarkilla · ★★★★★ · 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 438 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(909) 592-8487
Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
10

Western Rooter & Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,578 Google reviews)4.9 on Yelp (100) 6.2 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.9 stars across 1,578 reviews — highest review volume in this batch; fast_response=23 and same-day=15 are strong, but 3 separate 1-star reviews document refused warranty callbacks and aggressive upselling that pushed one customer to pay $375 twice for a recurring clog.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,578 total on Google
5★12
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★3

Why we're cautious

  • 1-star review documents technician refusing to explain pricing details ('we don't give free advice'); quote sheet described as 'randomly assigned prices' (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Drain clog recurred within 2 weeks of a $375 service; manager refused to discount a repeat visit, insisting full price again — acknowledged by 2 reviewers as unreasonable (1 of 100 reviews)
  • No-show on a 9–11am window (arrived at noon); promised quote email never delivered — 1 reviewer received only a feedback request instead (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Correctly diagnosed a water heater intermittent-cold issue that 2 prior companies missed entirely; saved customer from $4k of unnecessary valve/cartridge work (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • No inspection fee to start; answers same-day across 15 service mentions, including apartments and condos that most plumbers won't service (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • communication theme=14 across 100 reviews; office staff proactively manages scheduling and keeps customers apprised of timing (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Plumber could not have been nicer and was very thorough in addressing the problem. Fee was reasonable given the time spent to fix the problem. Office staff were proactive and organized when I called to schedule service. Communication was adequate in terms of …”
Christine Byers · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“No one showed up during the designated time (9-11). They showed up at 12 after I called. The technicians said that they will email the quote the next day and up to now I have not received it- it's been over a day already. The only thing I received was a rate …”
Ella R. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 1,578 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(626) 448-6455
Full report →Website ↗
11

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (793 Google reviews)2.7 on Yelp (15) 7.2 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.9 Google stars on 793 reviews with BBB A+ accreditation; reviewConsistency 0.492 is the lowest in this Pasadena batch — 13 of 95 analyzed are 1-star, with multiple documented complaints of diagnostic upselling ($540 for a snake job), poor_workmanship=3, and surprise_fees=2.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed793 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★1
2★2
1★7

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

Why we're cautious

  • Tech spent 30 minutes criticizing prior work, then recommended replacing a 5-year-old water heater and furnace for a job that needed only a minor fix — classic upsell pattern per a 1-star review (1 of 95 reviews)
  • Reviewer describes pricing sheet as 'randomly assigned prices'; tech refused to explain quote details ('we don't give free advice') — 1-star, documented scam allegation (1 of 95 reviews)
  • Opening price for snaking a drain: $540; settled to $300 only after customer pushed back — still cited as 'way too much for a half hour snake job' (1 of 95 reviews)

To be fair

  • Arrived within 1 hour on a Saturday-night holiday weekend for a toilet emergency; tech followed up with a personal text offering future help (cited in 1 of 95 reviews)
  • Used camera and auger to confirm pipe was fully cleared — caught what prior plumber missed by skipping verification steps (cited in 1 of 95 reviews)
  • Sump pump replaced with full pipe drainage cleaning; tech arrived before rain event began, completed multi-hour job (cited in 1 of 95 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Outstanding service, support, and attention to detail from Quan and Eric. This was a massive undertaking and they handled the situation with the utmost skill and professionalism. I’m grateful for their efforts and expertise - A+ across the board.”
Jon Hassell · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“It was an awful experience. Had them inspect a water tank leak. He knew what was wrong, but pretended he did not and started to criticize everything you could think of. He talked for about 30 minutes about how everything had been done wrong and was just …”
Angela · ★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 95 of 793 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(626) 660-3309
Full report →Website ↗
12

Merry Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (666 Google reviews)3.4 on Yelp (56) 7.6 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 666 reviews but a sharp bimodal split — 81 fives vs 16 ones (of 100 analyzed); strong workmanship and fast dispatch praised in 19 reviews each, offset by a raw-sewage contamination incident and occasional non-returns after paid visits.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed666 total on Google
5★8
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★7

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

Why we're cautious

  • Raw sewage spilled onto a tenant's wooden storage unit (family heirlooms, exercise equipment) during a sewer snaking job — no tarp or protective barrier used. Incident logged in a detailed 1-star review. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Pricing sits above average — one reviewer noted 'not inexpensive' and 1 review tags 'expensive' (themeCounts.expensive=1); 19 reviews mention plumber cost generally, suggesting price is top-of-mind. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Rare follow-through failures: 1 reviewer paid $147.50 for a visit that never resolved their issue despite multiple follow-up calls, and the tech never returned. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast dispatch and on-time arrivals cited across 19 of 100 analyzed reviews (themeCounts.fast_response=19); technicians Todd and Hector named repeatedly for same-day or next-day service. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Workmanship depth cited in 19 of 100 reviews (themeCounts.workmanship=19); sewer line inspection that saved a $5,000 replacement quote is a standout data point. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Reasonable pricing acknowledged in 4 reviews (themeCounts.fair_pricing=4); one reviewer confirmed their sewer assessment cost nothing after ruling out a repair others quoted at $5k. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Hector did a great job repairing our bathroom faucet. He came quickly as we had a slight leak and it was a tricky repair. He also cleaned up when we was finished which was appreciated.”
Scott Lamensdorf · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“***PLEASE REVIEW AND CONSIDER CAREFULLY BEFORE DECIDING TO HIRE THESE GUYS*** Merry Plumbing GOT RAW SEWAGE ALL OVER OUR WOODEN STORAGE CABINET in our garage, containing many of our family's belongings, including family heirlooms, artwork, children's toys …”
Leonidas L. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 100 of 666 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(626) 414-5583
Full report →Website ↗
13

NexGen HVAC & Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (583 Google reviews) 9.6 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

Excellent emergency responsiveness and technician quality, but pricing can spike significantly and aggressive upselling concerns emerge after initial service.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed583 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 583 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Installation crew supervision gap: lead installer initially dismissed legitimate electrical safety concern (live 230V wire in drywall) as acceptable, requiring customer and electrician intervention (1 of 5 reviews)
  • High variance in review ratings (4.8 Google average masks 2/5 review); single detailed negative review documents pattern of pricing markup and upselling that contradicts positive reviews' praise for 'no hard-sell' (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Significant pricing concerns: one detailed review reports $12,000 quote for mini-split installation (completed elsewhere for ~$1,300 + $100 labor) and criticizes $500 proprietary coil cleaning as unnecessary upsell (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Outstanding technician professionalism and knowledge; 4 of 5 reviews specifically praise individual technicians (Juan, Daniel) for expertise and patience (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Fast scheduling and next-day service availability reported in review from 2026-02-03 (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Non-pushy sales approach with transparent suggestions rather than pressure tactics mentioned in 2 reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Juan Jimenez from Nexgen did fantastic work. He was very knowledgeable and professional the entire time working on my unit. He made sure that our AC unit worked well and got the output temperature nice and ice cold. Juan informed us of the variety of …”
Kenneth Kaberlein · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“When I first used Nexgen I had them install a brand new system in my home I was doing a remodel too from the ground up. A rep. named Jeff Larson was as professional as could be and designed an awesome system. He deserves 5 stars. Too bad the first foul was …”
Nathan Delong · ★★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 5 of 583 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(626) 602-9437
Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
14

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,223 Google reviews) 11.2 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

Dispatches skilled technicians within an hour even for late-night emergencies, with consistently stellar communication and zero hidden charges.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,223 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,223 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency response: sent technician within 1 hour after 8pm with no after-hours surcharge (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviewers praise detailed explanations and transparency about problems and pricing before work begins (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Keeps explicit time commitments: multiple reviewers note arrival and completion promises were honored (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Oscar was above and beyond AMAZING. So knowledgeable, down to earth, and extremely helpful. Spoke to our landlord to make everything clear on what the issue was and fixed everything with a great attitude. Our hero! Would absolutely recommend! Consider …”
Sarah Russell · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 1,223 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(562) 582-1087
Full report →Website ↗
15

Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (478 Google reviews) 17.4 mi from downtown Mount Wilson
Our take — how we form it

They'll answer your 2am burst pipe call and get someone out fast, but verify credentials and watch your belongings—serious concerns about pricing transparency and potential scams.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed478 total on Google
5★2
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★2

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 478 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Theft allegation: $1,000 in cash went missing from homeowner's residence during repair work with no other access to the home (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pattern of suspected overcharging and scam tactics; reviewer explicitly warns others about being scammed, describes predatory quote practices (1 of 5 reviews)
  • High score variance (44) and massive gap between dimension scores suggests wildly inconsistent service quality depending on technician or situation (3 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness; multiple reviewers praise fast arrival and willingness to take midnight calls (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong communication when declining jobs; one reviewer appreciated upfront disclosure that ruled out a job rather than wasting time (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Individual technicians (Luis, Rick, Joey) consistently described as professional, knowledgeable, and personable by satisfied customers (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Luis was great! He was on time, friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. Would be happy to have him service our home again.”
Elizabeth Leggio · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found
“$1,000 Disappeared During Their Repair Work We hired this company after our water pipe burst. They began work on February 8 after my midnight emergency call on February 7. The job is still not finished. During the repair period, $1,000 in cash went missing …”
Yoon Cho · ★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 5 of 478 reviews · newest from May 2026

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Also serving Mount Wilson — 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.

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Courtesy Plumbing 4.8 (432 Google reviews) · West Covina · 14.1 mi Call
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup 4.9 (421 Google reviews) · West Covina · 18.7 mi Call
Proview Plumbing & Rooter 5.0 (372 Google reviews) · Burbank · 14.5 mi Call
Premier 1 Plumbing, Inc. 5.0 (337 Google reviews) · Burbank · 14.1 mi Call
Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric 4.9 (323 Google reviews) · Glendale · 9.4 mi Call
Advantage Plumbing & Rooter Inc 5.0 (322 Google reviews) · Glendale · 9.4 mi Call
Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric 4.8 (310 Google reviews) · Alhambra · 12.7 mi Call
Drainflow Solutions & Plumbing 5.0 (296 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 8.2 mi Call
Oscar's Plumbing & Rooter Service 4.8 (291 Google reviews) · Burbank · 17.6 mi Call
All City Plumbing, Air & Electrical 5.0 (285 Google reviews) · Glendale · 14.4 mi Call
Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric 4.8 (282 Google reviews) · Pasadena · 6.9 mi Call
Hassle Free Plumbing 4.9 (267 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 6.5 mi Call
Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric 4.9 (265 Google reviews) · West Covina · 14.6 mi Call
Mauerhan Plumbing Inc 4.8 (254 Google reviews) · Glendale · 13.0 mi Call
Good News Plumbing & Drain 4.9 (248 Google reviews) · Glendora · 12.8 mi Call
DropStars Plumbing Burbank 4.9 (226 Google reviews) · Burbank · 14.8 mi Call
Drain Great Plumbing Services 5.0 (211 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 7.2 mi Call
I Love Sewers Rooter And Plumbing Sewer Specialties Inc 4.9 (206 Google reviews) · West Covina · 16.9 mi Call
High Speed Plumbing of Arcadia 4.9 (190 Google reviews) · Pasadena · 6.5 mi Call
Mike Diamond Plumbing, HVAC & Electrical 4.6 (169 Google reviews) · Santa Monica · 17.3 mi Call
Most Valuable Plumber 4.8 (151 Google reviews) · Pasadena · 5.7 mi Call
New Generation Plumbing 4.7 (148 Google reviews) · Pasadena · 11.4 mi Call
Nolasco Plumbing, Inc. 5.0 (145 Google reviews) · West Covina · 11.2 mi Call
Harrison Brothers Plumbing 4.8 (144 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 8.5 mi Call
24/7 Rooter Service 5.0 (141 Google reviews) · Santa Monica · 16.4 mi Call
North Brothers Plumbing 5.0 (138 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 7.6 mi Call
Professional Plumbing Services Inc. 4.9 (137 Google reviews) · Glendale · 7.3 mi Call
Andersen Commercial Plumbing, LLC 4.9 (136 Google reviews) · West Covina · 13.6 mi Call
Service Squad 4.9 (131 Google reviews) · Pasadena · 6.9 mi Call
Isaac & Sons Plumbing San Dimas 5.0 (130 Google reviews) · West Covina · 16.9 mi Call
SWE Sewer Solutions Construction & Engineering 4.9 (123 Google reviews) · Glendora · 13.1 mi Call
GR Plumbing 4.8 (108 Google reviews) · Los Angeles · 15.2 mi Call
Casey & Sons Plumbing & Electric 4.9 (107 Google reviews) · Pasadena · 6.0 mi Call
Plumbing Geeks 5.0 (105 Google reviews) · Burbank · 17.2 mi Call
Charlie's Sewer & Drain 4.8 (98 Google reviews) · Burbank · 15.1 mi Call
Drip Too Hard Plumbing 5.0 (95 Google reviews) · Glendale · 12.1 mi Call
Jerez Plumbing 5.0 (95 Google reviews) · West Covina · 14.0 mi Call
Rapid Rhino Plumbing 4.9 (93 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 6.9 mi Call
JG Plumbing & Rooter Inc 5.0 (91 Google reviews) · West Covina · 12.6 mi Call
Rooter Guy Plumbing 5.0 (89 Google reviews) · Burbank · 13.9 mi Call
Albert's Plumbing 4.8 (87 Google reviews) · Glendale · 14.3 mi Call
Plumbing Dudes 5.0 (86 Google reviews) · Burbank · 14.4 mi Call
Rooter Man Plumbing of Covina 4.9 (81 Google reviews) · West Covina · 14.7 mi Call
CA ROOTER AND PLUMBING 4.8 (73 Google reviews) · West Covina · 14.2 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Mount Wilson

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

  • High Speed Rooter & Plumbing — 1 Yelp review (3-star): technician entered with shoes on, criticized prior work unprompted, pushed $800+ hydro-jetting that proved unnecessary — resolved by another company without it
  • Western Rooter & Plumbing — 1-star review documents technician refusing to explain pricing details ('we don't give free advice'); quote sheet described as 'randomly assigned prices'
  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup — Tech spent 30 minutes criticizing prior work, then recommended replacing a 5-year-old water heater and furnace for a job that needed only a minor fix — classic upsell pattern per a 1-star review
  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup — Reviewer describes pricing sheet as 'randomly assigned prices'; tech refused to explain quote details ('we don't give free advice') — 1-star, documented scam allegation
  • Merry Plumbing — Raw sewage spilled onto a tenant's wooden storage unit (family heirlooms, exercise equipment) during a sewer snaking job — no tarp or protective barrier used. Incident logged in a detailed 1-star review.
  • NexGen HVAC & Plumbing — Installation crew supervision gap: lead installer initially dismissed legitimate electrical safety concern (live 230V wire in drywall) as acceptable, requiring customer and electrician intervention
  • NexGen HVAC & Plumbing — High variance in review ratings (4.8 Google average masks 2/5 review); single detailed negative review documents pattern of pricing markup and upselling that contradicts positive reviews' praise for 'no hard-sell'
  • Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric — Theft allegation: $1,000 in cash went missing from homeowner's residence during repair work with no other access to the home

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Mount Wilson we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 533 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 San Dimas — this Mount Wilson guide covers those areas.

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