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The 15 24/7 plumbers serving Rescue

These 15 plumbers list 24/7 hours on their Google profiles — a claim they publish, not something we tested. We read 984 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 RescueHow 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: 984 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 ↓

Before you call anyone: shut off your main water valve. Then start at the top — every card is one tap to call. Not urgent? See all ranked plumbers in Rescue

Our top picks

Consistent evidence of showing up, honest pricing, and work that lasts
1

Domco Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (327 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (100) 10.3 mi from downtown Rescue

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

4.8★ across 327 reviews; BBB A+ accredited; 94 of 100 analyzed are 5-star; themeCounts professional=46, fast_response=23, fair_pricing=8 — broad service range with strong same-day response and explicit fair-pricing mentions across plumber-cost=33 reviews.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed327 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • fast_response in 23 of 100 analyzed reviews — water heater inspection and diagnosis completed within 1 hour of morning call in 1 quote (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • fair_pricing cited in 8 of 100 reviews; main water line repair quoted and completed within 2 hours at fair price in 1 quote (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Workmanship depth — washer/dryer pipe relocation with upgraded fixtures 'looking like new construction' and sewer tank/pump replacement within estimate in 2 of 12 quotes (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • slow_response signal in 2 of 100 analyzed reviews (themeCounts.slow_response=2); occasional expensive signal in 2 reviews (2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We had Justin replace our 40+yr.-old toilet with a new one. Not only was the old flange damaged but the waste pipe was not secured correctly within the slab. Justin had to correct all these issues on Friday before proceeding with the toilet installation on …
Keith Martin · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
They wasted my time--don't let them waste yours. I made an appointment with a two-hour window for an estimate for a pipe installation, so I took three hours off from work. The estimator shows up, looks at the job and says he'll have to consult with his boss …
Vanessa G. · · Yelp · Dec 2022

We read 100 of 327 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Mach 1 Plumbing Roseville

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (261 Google reviews) 15.6 mi from downtown Rescue

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

Mach 1 Plumbing Roseville: 5 of 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star; professional in 3, fast_response in 2; handled full-home retrofit (sewage, water main, internal plumbing) with multiple bid options vs. competitors who inflated estimates.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed261 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 261 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Transparent multi-option bids on a full-home retrofit — after reviewing several inflated competitor bids, reviewer selected Mach 1 for honesty and budget-fit recommendations (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Urgent repair resolved within 3 hours of initial call — office scheduled same-day for a somewhat urgent repair, Andrew C. tested work before leaving (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Family-owned business with follow-through on concerns: crew responded immediately to post-job questions on sewer drain cleanout replacement (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I got referred to Mac 1 Plumbing for a leak in our bathroom and I am so happy with them. Matthew was amazing! He worked quickly and explained everything clearly. The leak is fixed and everything working properly now. Thank you! Matthew you are the best! Plus …
Elizabeth McCombie · ★★★★★ · 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 261 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Rhino Rooter Plumbing Sewer & Drain Inc

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (171 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (26) 13.6 mi from downtown Rescue

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

Rhino Rooter holds a perfect 5.0 on 171 Google reviews with 99 of 100 analyzed being 5-star; fair_pricing cited 5 times, came out late Sunday to clear a main line clog at a fraction of a $2,000 competitor quote.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed171 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • fast_response cited in 24 of 100 analyzed reviews; same-day and midnight emergency dispatch confirmed across multiple reviews (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Cleared main sewer clog for a few hundred dollars on a Sunday when competitor quoted $2,000; also took jobs other plumbers declined because they didn't want to crawl under the house (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Camera inspection included after snaking — ran a larger blade when initial scope wasn't clean, no extra charge per 1 review (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Just stepped out the shower, steam still in the air, Wifey ’bout to hop in, towel wrapped in her hair, Then the tub start talkin’, made a gurgle so foul, Black water bubblin’ up — yeah the vibe turned vile. Wouldn’t drain down, just sat there mean, Lookin’ …
Alex Hengl · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Ryan came by to inspect the problem caused by water logging on the ground from incomplete drainage of water from the down spouts that connect with the gutters on the roof of our house on April 17, 2025. My wife told him we have quality gutter guards (with …
A N. · · Yelp · May 2025

We read 100 of 171 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

4

U.S. Plumbing Marshall

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (151 Google reviews) 15.2 mi from downtown Rescue

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

U.S. Plumbing Marshall holds a perfect 5-star rating across 151 reviews with 100% positive sentiment in 5 analyzed — same-day PRV replacement, water heater swap, and faucet/toilet repairs all completed with pre-arrival text notification.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed151 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 151 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast response confirmed in 3 of 5 reviews — completed same-day PRV replacement after estimate visit, sent 15–20 min pre-arrival text notification. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing: estimated on-site, offered fair price, completed same day — no revisit required. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Water heater replaced swiftly with full explanation of system processes and procedures — called 'the best we have ever experienced' by one reviewer. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Professionalism, informative, on time and very knowledgeable service. We trusted a recommendation from the friends of Roseville Facebook group and they were spot on. We will use Marshall’s service in the future and we will recommend his company without …
Christopher Good · ★★★★★ · 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 151 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

5

Water Heaters Only, Inc

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (138 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (2) 9.4 mi from downtown Rescue

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

5.0★ Google rating across 138 reviews with 99% positive sentiment; water heater dominates with 63 service mentions, same-day and weekend service confirmed across multiple 2025-2026 reviews, and pricing consistently undercuts big-box competitors.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed138 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Water heater specialty is exceptional: 63 of 96 analyzed reviews mention water heater work; reviewers describe same-day installations on Sundays and pricing roughly half that of competitors. (cited in 3 of 96 reviews)
  • Fast response cited in 21 of 96 analyzed reviews; technicians arrive within 1-2 hours and carry units in the van for same-visit installation. (cited in 3 of 96 reviews)
  • Workmanship detail noted in 25 of 96 reviews: technicians go code-compliant, identify ancillary issues like anode rod leaks, and leave the work area cleaner than they found it. (cited in 3 of 96 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Woke up Sunday morning my water heater was toast water pouring out everywhere made the call. Luis was here in two hours. We had a great time. He was funny and very skilled at what he does
skidooin_it · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Called on the phone about getting a thermopile replaced for my water heater. The lady used scare tactics to try and upsell a whole water heater replacement by implying that my unit was under under recall (which it was not) and could be a fire hazard and they …
Joseph Herrera · ★★ · Google · Sep 2025

We read 96 of 138 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

6

Bravo Plumbing and Drain

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (131 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (2) 16.0 mi from downtown Rescue

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

5.0★ across 131 reviews with 99 of 100 sampled at 5-star; fast_response in 26 reviews, same-day service in 12, and water heater replacements dominate with consistent pricing transparency.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed131 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day water heater replacement confirmed across multiple reviews; Denis arrived same day and replaced unit at 'amazing price' (themeCounts.fast_response=26, same-day-plumber=12). (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Quoted prices honored without upcharge — reviewer explicitly noted Denis kept original quote even after discovering the pipe was larger than described, at a 6-week gap. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Communication workflow distinctive: video introduction sent before arrival, digital quoting on-site, and progress photo texts during slab pipe work. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 2 slow_response mentions in 100 reviews (themeCounts.slow_response=2); no specific details in sampled quotes but signals occasional scheduling lag. (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Highly recommend Denis of Bravo Plumbing and Drain! He made the whole experience easy and smooth. From scheduling to the personal video letting me know he was on his way (arrived right on tome) to the digital quoting on the spot with the work done same day. I …
Stephanie Vedder · ★★★★★ · 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 100 of 131 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
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Bonney Plumbing, Sewer, Electrical, Heating & Air

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (9,599 Google reviews) 17.1 mi from downtown Rescue

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

4.8★ across 9,599 Google reviews; only 5 reviews analyzed — 4 five-star and 1 one-star. The negative review is a plumbing/HVAC upsell complaint: tech immediately targeted hot water tank and electrical panel during a $59 furnace tune-up.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed9,599 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 9,599 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Single 1-star review alleges tech photographed items outside scope of service call and pushed upsells aggressively; reviewer states they were not to touch hot water tank or electrical panel. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Upsell pressure flagged in 1 of 5 reviews: during a $59 tune-up, tech photographed hot water tank and electrical panel without permission and pushed a $1,300 service package — reviewer felt boundary was crossed. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Next-day weekend availability confirmed: caller scheduled the night prior and tech arrived the following day when all other companies were booked out. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians credited for clear explanations and honest condition assessments — at least 2 reviews mention techs taking time to explain repair options and pointing out loan/financing options with empathy. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Service was great! Our tech, Darren, was beyond helpful and was super quick to repair our clogged sink. He was very professional and personable. Still amazed that I was able to have them come the next day. I had called the night prior to schedule, they came …
Vanessa Purugganan · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Bonney heating tune up. $59.00 Started with taking pictures of hot water tank, electrical panel. I told him he wasn’t to touch those and he was here to service the furnace. He said it’s their policy. Took panel off furnace touched and pushed wires around. …
Debbie Tapia · · Google · Jan 2026

We read 5 of 9,599 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Service Champions

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (3,943 Google reviews) 13.9 mi from downtown Rescue

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

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
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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

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Mr. Drain

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,141 Google reviews)1.0 on Yelp (2) 18.5 mi from downtown Rescue

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

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
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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

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5 Star Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (721 Google reviews) 19.7 mi from downtown Rescue

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

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
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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

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Bud's Plumbing, Heating & Air

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (507 Google reviews)3.5 on Yelp (78) 16.0 mi from downtown Rescue

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

4.9★ Google, 507 reviews; reviewConsistency=0.42 — 17% 1-star drag pulls against strong fast_response=21 signals. Billing dispute and poor-workmanship complaints documented.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed507 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Active billing dispute: customer charged twice, refund promised but not issued after a week; reviewer threatened legal action. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Poor workmanship complaint: rocking toilet broken during service, replacement promised but bill sent instead; owner never called back. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • 17% 1-star reviews (17 of 100 analyzed) — the highest 1-star share in this batch; reviewConsistency=0.42 is unusually low. (3 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response=21 in 100 analyzed reviews; same-day dispatch confirmed including Christmas Eve toilet overflow. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Flat-fee pricing confirmed on at least one tankless water heater descale at $89 with no hidden charges. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Long-term customer retention — 1 reviewer has used Bud's since 2007, citing consistent 2am call response without price gouging. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Looking for a trustworthy, reliable, dependable, thorough, diligent, and fair, and friendly, easy to communicate with, plumbing company? And one who cleans up after themselves. I totally recommend - Bud's Plumbing Heating and Air. I recently had a(nother) …
Ann Richardson · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
I am sorry to say that I cannot recommend this business. I asked them out because one of my toilets was rocking (not leaking) and one had a small leak around the wax ring. The end result was the leaking toilet was fixed but the rocking toilet was broken and …
Dan W. · · Yelp · Nov 2021

We read 100 of 507 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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New Flow Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (380 Google reviews)4.3 on Yelp (21) 15.5 mi from downtown Rescue

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

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
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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

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Acknowledge Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (185 Google reviews) 15.8 mi from downtown Rescue

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

Acknowledge Plumbing holds 4.8 stars on 185 reviews with 93% positive sentiment — 16 fast-response mentions in 74 analyzed reviews, confirmed Sunday Thanksgiving dispatch and Friday evening same-day service; one office staff hang-up incident noted.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed185 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

  • Office staff hung up without speaking when caller said they were canceling an appointment — no acknowledgment, no goodbye (1 of 74 reviews)
  • Pricing described as 'beyond expensive' by one reviewer with no specific job detail (1 of 74 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day and weekend service reliably confirmed: Friday evening diagnosis, Sunday Thanksgiving dispatch, live phone answer at 4:55 PM (cited in 3 of 74 reviews)
  • Warranty follow-through: came out over a year after original repipe job to investigate suspected leak at no charge (cited in 1 of 74 reviews)
  • Refused to close toilet leak job until absolutely certain issue was resolved after several days of checking (cited in 1 of 74 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Professional company, picked up the phone call at 4:55pm (some companies don’t) with a real person, and had a service tech to our home that evening to resolve the issue. Everyone was professional and timely. They are our “go-to” plumbing company going forward.
J K · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Your prices were beyond expensive!!
jason Valdez · ★★ · Google · Sep 2025

We read 74 of 185 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
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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) 16.0 mi from downtown Rescue

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

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
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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

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Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (564 Google reviews)2.1 on Yelp (100) 12.9 mi from downtown Rescue

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

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
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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 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

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How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Rescue we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 984 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.

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