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The 15 24/7 plumbers serving Stinson Beach

These 15 plumbers list 24/7 hours on their Google profiles — a claim they publish, not something we tested. We read 1,229 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 Stinson BeachHow we rank
How we rank — the 60-second version

What we read: for each plumber, up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB — the full text, not just the stars. For this page: 1,229 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 Stinson Beach

Our top picks

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

Advanced Plumbing & Drain

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (719 Google reviews)4.6 on Yelp (100) 13.0 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.9★ Google, 719 reviews, BBB A+ accredited; professional=46 and workmanship=16 dominate 100 analyzed reviews, but 1-star ratio of 6% and 1 no-show complaint warrant attention.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed719 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • No-show on two consecutive appointments without communication — small but a repeat failure pattern per 1 reviewer. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • 1 documented no-show/reschedule failure: technician missed two scheduled appointments without contacting customer. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • 1 review cites a $1,450 quote for a gutter pipe replacement described as grossly overpriced; surprise_fees flagged once. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • professional theme in 46 of 100 analyzed reviews — by far the top theme signal; workmanship cited in 16. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Weekend and holiday emergency response confirmed; technician arrived on-site within 5 minutes in one case. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing and communication praised across multiple reviews; upfront quotes and pre-job explanation noted. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We had an issue late Sunday afternoon with our kitchen sink. We called their service, and they arrived promptly early Monday morning. The technician was knowledgeable, courteous, and thorough. He explained the problem and showed us how to prevent future …
Danielle ML · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
I struggled deciding whether to write this update, and ultimately decided to do so because as a homeowner, I'd like to see honest reviews to help me when needed. I initially was very happy with the service. Brian (may he RIP) was a nice guy and fixed my …
Evelyn C. · ★★ · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 100 of 719 reviews · newest from Jan 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Works Plumbing Repair & Drain Cleaning

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (642 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (100) 19.7 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.8 stars, 642 Google reviews; 97 of 100 analyzed are 5-star, fast_response cited 31 times, same-day service in 12 reviews — arrived on Christmas Eve morning at 8am after an 11pm Yelp contact the night before.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed642 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • One reviewer reported paying $570 after refusing $1,375 charge for a job where the plumbing problem was never resolved — felt 'scammed' by tech Marlon. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • 2 reviews flag surprise pricing spikes: one reviewer charged $570 after refusing a $1,375 bill for an unresolved problem; surprise_fees theme in 2 of 100 reviews. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • same-day-plumber slug in 12 reviews; arrived within an hour for a broken garden faucet, Christmas Eve 8am response after 11pm contact — consistent across emergency and routine calls. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • fair_pricing cited 7 times; faucet repair priced at half a competitor's estimate after honest diagnosis revealed the cartridge was still good — no unnecessary parts sold. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Complex sewer jobs handled: cast iron replaced with ABS, clay pipe root intrusion addressed, sewer clean-out installed — full crawlspace scope managed without subcontracting. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Marlon and team came initially for a snake cam inspection due to sewer stoppage under the crawlspace and found major cast iron pipe under the house was severely corroded and leaking in the crawlspace. A whole section of cast iron pipe was taken out and …
NichtGuteFürSie Nimmer · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
I felt like I was being scammed by the technian Marlon and for not even being able to resolve my plumbing problem I still had to pay $570 after being charged $1375 which I refused to pay.
Louis Masis · · Google · Dec 2024

We read 100 of 642 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Genteel Plumbers

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (407 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (100) 18.5 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

Genteel Plumbers holds a 4.8 Google rating (407 reviews); 91 of 100 analyzed are 5-star, with themeCounts.fast_response=28 and themeCounts.expensive=5 — strong same-day capability but pricing complaints appear in 5 of 100 reviews including 2 with 2-star ratings.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed407 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • 2 reviewers left 2-star ratings citing overpriced estimates — one stopped using Genteel entirely after feeling 'gouged'; another quoted $10,000 for a tankless upgrade (2 of 100 reviews)
  • Pricing flagged as excessive in 5 of 100 reviews (themeCounts.expensive=5); 1 reviewer cited $3,300 water heater estimate and $10,000 tankless upgrade quote (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast response cited in 28 of 100 analyzed reviews (themeCounts.fast_response=28); same-day service confirmed in 12 reviews (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Emergency main line replacement mobilized mid-job when original repair exposed a failing driveway line — crew pulled same day to finish before customer's vacation (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Technicians consistently described as communicative, wearing shoe covers, and leaving work areas clean across multiple positive quotes (themeCounts.communication=9) (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Genteel Plumbers is committed to doing jobs right and to having satisfied customers. I called them to fix some plumbing issues with our clothes washer (both the hot and cold lines were coming from the hot water heater). They sorted out the problem but when …
Colleen Howell · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Way overpriced. I needed earthquake valves and a water meter installed and it took a few hours, but was insanely expensive. I’ve stopped using Genteel after this experience. The work was fine, but I felt gouged enough to write this review and do more …
Christopher Van Dyke · ★★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 100 of 407 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

4

SplashFix Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (404 Google reviews)4.9 on Yelp (22) 19.9 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

5.0★ across 404 reviews with 98 of 100 analyzed being 5-star; fast_response=16 and communication=9 themes; responded to Sunday broken water pipe within the hour after callback when line dropped.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed404 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Sunday emergency call returned after line dropped; Isaac arrived within the hour and restored running water — 3 weekend_or_emergency mentions across 100 reviews (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • PRV replacement, main shutoff install, and Moen Flo setup completed in single visit — Cristian's work described as 'extremely clean, precise, and high-quality' with every connection double-checked (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Isaac squeezed in toilet flood job at 7:45pm after finishing another emergency; diagnosed issue as less severe than feared, fixed as 'efficiently and inexpensively as possible' (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I ran into a waterpipe situation on a Sunday and needed an urgent fix or I wouldnt have running water at my house. I called around with a few places on Google maps and they were either booked for the day or didnt answer. I had ended up contacting Splashfix …
Jeronimo DeSenna · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Issac fixed a shower valve issue by replacing the shower valve cartridge. This was a late night emergency and they were the first to respond and showed up at 8am in the next morning to fix the issue. The service quality is good, but definitely over-priced, …
Ray Y. · ★★★ · Yelp · Nov 2023

We read 100 of 404 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

5

S Waters Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (237 Google reviews) 12.8 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

S Waters Plumbing posts 5.0 across 237 Google reviews with 100% positive sentiment in 91 analyzed and zero non-5-star ratings in the sample — 20-year-customer loyalty cited.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed237 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Sunday-night emergency response cited — diagnosed and fixed within an hour after other plumbers were unavailable (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)
  • Transparent quoting praised as 'fair and transparent' with two-option presentations before drywall opens (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)
  • Multi-decade customer retention — one reviewer cites 20+ years, another cites 3 prior jobs on a 55-year-old home (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I have used S Waters Plumbing for over 20 years and have only good things to say about them. They are prompt, polite, efficient and timely. I highly recommend them!
Sarah Forsman · ★★★★★ · 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 91 of 237 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (171 Google reviews)4.8 on Yelp (100) 15.7 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

Superior Plumbing & Drain Cleaning scores 4.9 across 171 reviews with 97% positive sentiment; fast_response in 17 of 100 sampled, fair pricing in 5, and Saturday same-day water heater repair documented.

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

  • Saturday same-day repair capability confirmed: water heater repaired by 1:30 PM after noon call cited in 1 of 100 reviews (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Pricing consistently described as reasonable or fair — cheap-plumber mentioned 13 times and fair_pricing theme in 5 of 100 reviews; one customer saved ~$30k vs. competitor quote on sewer lateral (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Problem-solving depth noted: fixed issue a prior plumber declared unfixable by correctly identifying cast iron pipe cap as key access point (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Complex multi-visit jobs can drag: one shower valve install required 3 appointments and 2+ months waiting for a cover plate, though technician maintained patience throughout (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Marco and Santos installed 4 new toilets. They did a fabulous job and left no mess, they even took the boxes that the new toilets came in and hauled away the old toilets. They were very professional and extremely nice. I will definitely be keeping their …
Linda M · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
This review meets Yelp's review standards and/or guidelines and contains opinions with facts and observations to support. No threat is intended or implied. The owners are known publicly to State of California regulators, having paid fees and registering two …
Steve S. · · Yelp · Dec 2020

We read 100 of 171 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

7

Plumbing & Rooter Service

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (68 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (38) 16.9 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.9★ across 68 reviews with BBB A+ accreditation; fast_response leads at 39 of 100 analyzed and communication at 21, but 3 slow_response mentions and 1 unprofessional complaint temper the picture.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed68 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • 1 reviewer reports Antonio was 'very rude' and alleges dishonesty when they disputed a high estimate; reviewer claims identity denial in response (1 of 100 reviews)
  • slow_response flagged in 3 of 100 analyzed reviews; one Yelp reviewer's truck broke down, arriving without needed tools (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response cited in 39 of 100 analyzed reviews; same-day service confirmed in 17 reviews; 7am Sunday morning arrival documented (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • communication theme in 21 reviews; Antonio praised for explaining scope, giving estimates upfront, and following up (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Fair pricing cited in 9 reviews; competitive quote on gas-line installation and drain cleaning noted (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Found them on yelp to fix garbage disposal. They also found the pipe was cracked and fixed it with reasonable price. Very satisfied with their service and i highly recommend them.
Wai Wai · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Do not use this service. They are not licensed. I had a similar experience as a similar review with one star review.
Arlene Watanabe · · Google · Aug 2024

We read 100 of 68 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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GTO. Plumbing and rooter

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (64 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.9★ across 64 reviews with BBB A+; fast_response 13 times and fair_pricing 6 times in 63 analyzed; sewer line replacement came in $5,000 below competing bids; 100% positive sentiment across all analyzed reviews.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed64 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Sewer and lateral work priced $5,000+ below competing bids; creative approach saved a tree over the sewer line (cited in 1 of 63 reviews)
  • fast_response cited 13 of 63 analyzed; same-day service in 6 reviews; gas leak at restaurant fixed same day as call (cited in 3 of 63 reviews)
  • Sewer expertise recognized: only team that actually solved recurring sewer issues that other plumbers couldn't fix; thorough diagnosis including narrow crawl spaces (cited in 2 of 63 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Manolo and his Son of GTO provided EXCELLENT SERVICE! They were professional, courteous, respectful of me, (a 64 year old Woman, home by myself), our home and property and worked relentlessly to resolve our plumbing issues. Manolo provided me with easy to …
Sonya Roland · ★★★★★ · 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 63 of 64 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
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Discount Plumbing Rooter Services

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (2,877 Google reviews)4.7 on Yelp (100) 17.8 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.9★ across 2,877 reviews with BBB A+ accreditation; fast_response cited 31 times and professional 49 times in 100 analyzed, but 4 negative reviews flag pricing concerns and 1 mentions surprise fees.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed2,877 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • 1 reviewer describes high-pressure upsell on tankless water heater conversion at $10,000; pricing felt inflated (1 of 100 reviews)
  • surprise_fees theme flagged in 1 review; price escalation after initial quote noted (1 of 100 reviews)
  • expensive theme in 4 reviews; $600 for a one-hour pipe repair and $3,300 water heater estimate flagged as high (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response cited in 31 of 100 analyzed reviews; same-day service in 12 mentions; weekend/emergency availability confirmed in 2 reviews (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • fair_pricing cited in 6 reviews; one reviewer says Carlos replaced angle stops 'for half the price estimated from the other place' (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Dispatcher-to-tech communication praised across multiple reviews; Carlos Chavarria and dispatcher Magda both called out by name for flawless coordination (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I had a great experience with Saul! He was very kind, helpful, and professional throughout the entire process. He took the time to answer all of my questions about the shower repair and made sure I understood everything that needed to be done. I really …
susana cortez · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
If you have a lot of money sure! Get them. The process over the phone was smooth. Super fast to get a person in your property The guy was ok Breyman came and said ufff the sticker with the serial number it's not here (it was in the other side the thing is …
Andrea R. · ★★ · Yelp · Sep 2025

We read 100 of 2,877 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

10

Heise's Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,606 Google reviews)4.1 on Yelp (100) 16.4 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.9★ across 1,606 reviews; fast_response 23 times and weekend_or_emergency 10 times in 100 analyzed, but 9 one-star reviews, surprise_fees in 2, and a 1-star describing no-show and dishonesty are notable.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,606 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • 1 reviewer describes confirmed no-show with two rounds of false ETA updates; reviewer concludes 'they aren't honest' (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Weekend pricing at $625/hr (minimum 1 hr) confirmed by long-term customer who switched to Roto-Rooter after ownership change (1 of 100 reviews)
  • expensive theme in 2 reviews; $350/hr base rate and $625/hr weekend rate flagged as high by multiple reviewers (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • weekend_or_emergency cited 10 times; one reviewer got late-Sunday service; emergency flood handled same night (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Workmanship theme in 13 reviews; Jose credited with solving a faucet problem 'another plumber said was unsolvable' (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • fast_response in 23 of 100 analyzed; next-day appointments and same-day availability frequently noted (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Mike, Jose and the staff at Heises plumbing are terrific. They are friendly, knowledgeable, trustworthy and always get the job done right the first time. I have used Heises plumbing for years. Thank you Mike, Jose and staff for all you do.
Bill Ruggiero · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Be careful with these guys - they aren't honest. They made an appointment with me for a 2-hour service window but didn't show and didn't contact me. So at the end of the 2 hours I called them. They admitted they were late but said the service tech was 30 min …
Jonathan L. · · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 1,606 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (333 Google reviews)3.0 on Yelp (100) 14.2 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.8 stars, 333 Google reviews, BBB A+ accredited; but 23 of 100 analyzed are 1-star with expensive theme in 5 and surprise_fees in 2 — strong availability and BBB standing vs. a 28% negative review tail.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed333 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

  • Verbal estimates inflated then reduced under pressure: sewer line quote ranged $5,000–$16,000 for work a local competitor completed for under $600 — same job. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Warranty refusal documented: technician did unauthorized work, overcharged, refused to honor warranty, then supervisor hung up on customer complaint call. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Pricing runs 2-5x competitors on identical scopes: sewer lateral camera bid $600 vs $0 from competitor; pipe repair bid $29,800 vs $9,000; drain clearing labor cost twice the local rate. (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Weekend and holiday emergency coverage confirmed: fast_response in 22 of 100 reviews; arrived within the hour on a Saturday of a long holiday weekend when 3 other plumbers declined. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • BBB A+ accredited; professional theme in 47 of 100 analyzed reviews — technicians described as knowledgeable and thorough across a range of jobs. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Excellent service, quality employees, more than satisfactory work!. My faucet was continually running (while shut off) on a Saturday...after making three other calls to plumbers who either do not or could not work on a Saturday of a long holiday weekend, …
Jane Chisaki · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
I called Roto Rooter because our sewer line needed to be snaked. They arrived within an hour. Upon arrival the technician agreed that the line needed to be snaked and said that it would cost $500. I told him that I had a coupon that was offered on RR …
Ramona Marks · ★★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 100 of 333 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Precision Flow Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (70 Google reviews) 17.2 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.8 stars, 70 reviews; 58 of 65 analyzed are 5-star with fast_response=14 and weekend coverage confirmed; 1 reviewer stayed up all night after a promised 2-hour dispatch never arrived.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed70 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Weekend and off-hours responsiveness confirmed across multiple reviews — available when other plumbers don't respond, budget-conscious options offered (cited in 2 of 65 reviews)
  • 14 fast_response citations in 65 reviews; one reviewer noted 30-minute arrival within a stated 2-hour window for a water heater leak (cited in 2 of 65 reviews)
  • Main waterline replacement won competitive bid — most reasonably priced of 3 quotes; copper pipe install praised for quality and attentiveness throughout (cited in 1 of 65 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Failed to honor 2-hour overnight dispatch promise: customer stayed up all night, follow-up call was never returned, technician arrived next morning without communication (1 of 65 reviews)
  • Scheduling follow-through inconsistent: online request ignored, two separate appointment windows missed without proactive contact from company (1 of 65 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I had a really great experience with Precision Flow Plumbing. When Esther first got involved with the project, you could immediately tell how much she genuinely cares about her customers and the quality of the work. She took the time to explain everything …
Nicole Camitz · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Unprofessional. Also not 24 hours like advertised, BEWARE. I called for a plumber at night, person on the phone said someone was dispatched and would arrive in 2 hours. I stayed up all night waiting and no one arrived until the next morning!!! At some point, …
J L · · Google · Jan 2026

We read 65 of 70 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

We'd keep looking

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

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,179 Google reviews) 17.1 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

Team shows up on time with deep expertise to solve problems other plumbers couldn't, and they'll explain everything before charging you.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,179 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,179 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Solves complex plumbing issues that competitors have failed on—one reviewer had a clog unsolved for 6+ months until Cabrillo fixed it (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Consistently arrives on schedule and keeps customers informed throughout the job (5 of 5 reviews mention punctuality or communication) (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing and honest estimates—reviewers emphasize fairness and no surprise charges; one mentions water heater flush provided at no extra cost (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
We talked to several AC companies but none had the expertise and professionalism of Cabrillo. They were fair, honest, on time, and did incredible work. I would work with Frank, Robert, and Javier again. Special thanks to Frank for answering many questions …
Anna Khan · ★★★★★ · 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 1,179 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

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24/7 Rooter & Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (926 Google reviews)3.9 on Yelp (100) 18.6 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

4.7 Google stars but 17 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star (reviewConsistency=0.397); expensive theme in 8 reviews and 3 Yelp reviews document hidden upsell charges mid-job, no-show 4 hours late, and alleged review-incentivization.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed926 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 alleges solicitation of 5-star reviews in exchange for $25 gift card via automated text — raises authenticity concern about 4.7 Google rating (1 of 100 reviews)
  • 1 Yelp reviewer arrived 4 hours late and did not fix the issue, and 1 details hidden mid-job upcharges confirmed by other plumbers as overcharging (2 of 100 reviews)
  • expensive theme in 8 of 100 reviews; 1 Yelp reviewer paid $1,645 for a 30-minute sewer clearance ($395 + $1,250 hydro-jet), then received no promised follow-up (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response in 14 of 100 reviews; documented sub-hour dispatch (Edwin on-site within 1 hour, water heater replaced within 3 hours total) (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • weekend_or_emergency capability confirmed in 9 reviews; Saturday night, holiday, and 24-hour dispatch all documented (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Very prompt service. Ernesto was thorough, efficient, and he provided tips for future prevention. He was also very conscientious in cleaning up and ensuring I felt the work was complete.
Andi Trindle Mersch · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Ruined the bathroom. We had some slow drains so we called 24-7 Rooter to come snake the lines. they fished the snake into a few places, notably the overflow drain in the bathtub. The problem came months later when I filled the tub for a bath (I usually …
Ryan L. · ★★ · Yelp · Dec 2021

We read 100 of 926 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Lifesaver Plumbing And Rooter

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (127 Google reviews) 17.8 mi from downtown Stinson Beach

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

George responds within an hour on Saturday nights and completes jobs efficiently, but all 5 reviews are 5-stars so expect premium pricing for that peace of mind.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed127 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 127 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness—arrived within 1 hour on a Saturday night for urgent leak detection (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviews praise clear communication and patient explanation of work in layman's terms (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Thorough diagnostic approach—spent 2+ hours investigating a difficult drain clog with camera and snake rather than rushing (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
George was extremely reasonable. We were lucky that he had immediate availability and was efficient to remove the old water heater and install a new one in about 1 hour. Afterwards, he took additional time to explain what he did, and several things we could …
Christina Ramos · ★★★★★ · Google · May 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 127 reviews · newest from May 2026

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Stinson Beach we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 1,229 reviews across 15 businesses.
  2. Patterns beat anecdotes. A plumber moves up when independent reviewers keep describing the same behavior: showing up when promised, quoting before working, work that holds. One rave changes nothing.
  3. Complaints count double when they repeat.Surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — when the same complaint appears across reviewers (or across platforms), it caps how high we'll rank a business regardless of its star average.
  4. Money never moves the ranking.A plumber can buy the clearly-labeled sponsored slot at the top of the page — visibility, not endorsement. A business we wouldn't recommend can't buy the slot at all, and no payment changes the ranked order.
  5. Our take is our opinion.It's grounded in the reviews we quote and count on this page — check our evidence and disagree with us if you like. That's the point of showing it.
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