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The 15 plumbers serving Valyermo, ranked.

We read 365 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 35 plumbers serving Valyermo — including the one-star reviews other directories bury — and ranked them the way we'd rank them for a friend. 32 of the 35 list 24/7 hours — but "open 24 hours" on a Google profile and "answered at 2 a.m." in a customer review are not the same claim, and we quote the reviews that tell you which is which. Rankings are not for sale.

Valyermo'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. 20 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 9 of the 35 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 ValyermoHow 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: 265 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) 16.5 mi from downtown Valyermo
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

Top Notch Plumbing Inc.

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (534 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown Valyermo
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 ↗
3

JB Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (438 Google reviews) 15.2 mi from downtown Valyermo
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 ↗
4

Courtesy Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (432 Google reviews) 17.2 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

Courtesy Plumbing: 4.8★ across 432 reviews; Sean+Aaron cleared a multi-fixture drain clog within minutes of arrival, Jack praised for thoroughness and timeliness — 5 of 5 analyzed reviews five-star across multiple technicians.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed432 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 432 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast on-site response: dispatched within minutes of scheduling call, assessed clog affecting bathroom+washing machine+kitchen sink, resolved the same visit (5BgKaPzMisMe4WGqft6h) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technician education noted in 2 of 5 reviews — Johnny Martinez and Richard both took time to explain plumbing issues in detail to customers (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Multi-year repeat customer relationship — 'always been outstanding' with consistent named-technician quality across several years (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Johnny Martinez was very professional and helpful to educate me about plumbing issues. Greatly appreciated. Cory was also very helpful. Professional!!! Excellent plumbing services. Thank you 😊”
Ledina Hill · ★★★★★ · 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 432 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(626) 967-5655
Full report →Website ↗
5

24 Rooter & Plumbing, Inc.

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (380 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

24 Rooter & Plumbing (5.0★, 380 reviews) — Santiago and Steven's team repiped an entire home in 1.5 days after discovering multiple leaks, handled gas-line replacement, and cleaned up so thoroughly the work was invisible after; all 5 sampled reviews are 5-star.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed380 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 380 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Complete gas-line replacement with professional finish — Santiago replaced all pipes after locating a gas leak, reinstalled everything so neatly the work was invisible; reviewer felt comfortable at every step with thorough process explanations. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Whole-home repipe in 1.5 days after utility company flagged a water leak — Steven's team discovered multiple leaks and repiped the entire house with fast turnaround and attention to detail. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Considerate cleanup and site restoration — Santiago replaced copper manifold, finished in hours, and re-secured external siding exactly as found; most plumbers disclaim contractor work. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“I was having plumbing issues and needed service right away. The team was professional and very responsive. Steven, Chuck, and Gabriel were fantastic to work with. They resolved the issue efficiently and were very detailed in explaining the entire process. I …”
Sonia Sanchez · ★★★★★ · 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 380 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(626) 322-1538
Full report →Website ↗
6

Drainflow Solutions & Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (296 Google reviews) 17.8 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

Answers emergency calls calmly at midnight, diagnoses fast, and leaves your bathroom cleaner than he found it—but only 5 reviews to verify consistency.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed296 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 296 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency responsiveness: answered calls immediately during after-hours emergencies and arrived same-day, with reviewers specifically praising calm, reassuring demeanor during panic situations (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent diagnosis and pricing: multiple reviewers noted fair pricing, clear explanations of work needed, and honest communication about options before proceeding (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Workmanship quality: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention neat work, tidy cleanup, attention to detail, and correct material selection (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Used drain flo for a hydro jetter today, I have to say that I am very pleased with the service that Uziel has provided. Great work ethic and doesn’t give up even when the situation gets tough. 5 stars for this man 💪🏽”
Villa Plumbing and Rooter Services · ★★★★★ · 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 296 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(626) 394-3852
Full report →Website ↗
7

Hassle Free Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (267 Google reviews) 16.2 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

Honest pricing and skilled work—they'll catch problems competitors miss and won't oversell you unnecessary repairs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed267 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 267 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Consistently honest pricing: explicitly called out for quoting fairly and refusing to recommend unnecessary work, contrasting sharply with competitors' inflated quotes (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviewers report exceptional workmanship and professionalism; punctuality, cleanliness, and knowledgeable service mentioned across multiple jobs (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Goes beyond the call: 3 of 5 reviews mention proactive problem-solving (follow-up faucet clearing, spotting disintegrated pipes, mentoring on additional needs) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“I had a 75 gallon water heater replaced and they did a great job. They were quick and cleaned up everything when done. After the water was turned back on most of my bathroom faucets became clogged and they came back and cleared those also. Final price even …”
Joel Damir · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 267 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(626) 501-1000
Full report →Website ↗
8

Drain Great Plumbing Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (211 Google reviews) 17.0 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

Arrives within 15 minutes even at midnight and fixes problems on first visit—no callbacks, no surprises on the bill.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed211 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 211 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews specifically mention arriving within 15 minutes or 'almost immediately' despite late-night/off-hours requests (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Perfect completion track record: multiple reviewers report problems resolved in single visit without callbacks or follow-ups (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing with no hidden fees explicitly mentioned, paired with consistent 'fair/reasonable' pricing feedback (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Blas did a great job very efficient and respectful. Showed up on time and worked very hard to complete the job in a timely manner. He had to replace a gas line connection due to a leak. 100% would recommend”
Ardis Jones · ★★★★★ · 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 211 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(888) 778-4862
Full report →Website ↗
9

High Speed Plumbing of Arcadia

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (190 Google reviews)4.5 on Yelp (39) 17.7 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

4.9 stars across 190 reviews with 95% positive sentiment; fast_response=29 and same-day mentions=10 make this a strong emergency pick, plus whole-home repiping and fair-rate slab-leak rerouting confirmed in multiple reviews.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed190 total on Google
5★11
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★3

What reviewers keep saying

  • 2-hour callback and on-time arrival confirmed for a holiday mainline blockage; fast_response theme appears in 29 of 100 analyzed reviews (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Whole-home repipe completed in 2 days at reasonable pricing; slab-leak reroute priced as 'not too expensive' vs multiple other quotes (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Answered emergency call two days before Christmas when prior plumber didn't pick up; fair_pricing=7 theme reinforces value across service types (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • slow_response flagged in 2 reviews; 3 expensive theme hits suggest occasional pricing friction despite the majority citing fair rates (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Absolutely GREAT. We have used High Speed a couple of times in the recent past and this company never disappoints. Guy showed up a bit early, gave us a verbal estimate, got right to it, solved all five (5) household plumbing issues carefully, efficiently and …”
Victoria Thomas · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2025
The most critical take we found
“Horrible service. Set 5 toilets in my house without cutting the studs and capping half of them. Horrible caulking! Today found 2 leaks from toilets upstairs that went down to the ceiling and the 2 phone numbers listed go straight to voicemail. Not to …”
Ken T. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2017

We read 100 of 190 reviews · newest from Jan 2025

(626) 493-2671
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) 17.8 mi from downtown Valyermo
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

NexGen HVAC & Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (583 Google reviews) 19.4 mi from downtown Valyermo
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 ↗
12

High Speed Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (546 Google reviews) 17.8 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

High Speed Plumbing (4.8★, 546 reviews) scores 100% positive across 5 analyzed with workmanship and fair_pricing signals; thin analyzed set limits depth, but whole-home repipe, water softener install, and water heater jobs all praised.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed546 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 546 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Whole-home repipe completed with photo/video documentation of drain problems shown to customer before decision — Frank communicated issues in a timely manner and monitored post-job. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Salt-based water softener system installed in a single day; fair_pricing cited alongside transparent upfront estimates before arrival. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“These guys did an amazing job! I called them for what i thought i needed. Come to find out i dont have a septic issue . They were very patient didnt get annoyed and gave me a different solution. They fixed my toilet and everything is working like a charm im …”
Jennifer Fraser · ★★★★★ · 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 546 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(909) 766-2745
Full report →Website ↗
13

Ace Pelizon Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (433 Google reviews) 17.8 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

4.7★ across 433 reviews; all 5 analyzed are 5-star with after-hours scheduling ease and emergency same-day response documented — pricing noted as high post-pandemic by one repeat customer.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed433 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 433 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • After-hours scheduling available: confirmed next-day appointment booked after hours in 1 review; holiday-season hot water restoration documented in another. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Honest diagnostics: tech showed customer a defective new water heater from Home Depot with plastic valves and offered options with fully disclosed costs rather than forcing a single upsell. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 1 repeat customer (Albert) explicitly noted needing 'wallet replacement surgery' due to post-pandemic pricing — pricing runs high despite service quality. (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Albert has been out for some repairs and replacements a few times. Always pleasant, informative and quality work. Thanks to post pandemic pricing I'll need wallet replacement surgery.”
Pete D · ★★★★★ · 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 433 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(626) 412-0601
Full report →Website ↗
14

Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (265 Google reviews) 18.2 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

Monkey Wrench Plumbing Heating Air & Electric: 4.9★ on 265 reviews; 5 analyzed all 5-star — workmanship cited 4 times, full-team tankless water heater + electrical outlet install completed in 1 visit. Multi-trade capability confirmed.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed265 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 265 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Tankless water heater replacement including new electrical outlet completed in one multi-tech visit; each step explained clearly throughout (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians arrive on time and clean up after work — 'meticulous, efficient, and completed with a level of care that is rare to find' (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“I can’t say enough great things about my experience with Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric! From start to finish, the service was professional, friendly, and truly above and beyond. Timothy was absolutely fantastic — he arrived on time, was …”
Aaron Sanchez · ★★★★★ · 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 265 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(626) 722-8954
Full report →Website ↗
15

Good News Plumbing & Drain

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (248 Google reviews) 14.1 mi from downtown Valyermo
Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 248 Google reviews; only 5 reviews analyzed — 4 five-star and 1 one-star alleging a $600+ overcharge and unexpected hot water loss during an after-hours faucet emergency.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed248 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 248 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • 1-star reviewer reports $600+ charged for 2 faucets on an emergency call, plus hot water lost post-repair without warning — allegation of taking advantage of desperate customers. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day availability confirmed in 2 of 5 sampled reviews; fast_response theme counted 3 times — technicians dispatched immediately and jobs completed within 30 minutes in at least one case. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Techs Lupe and Jaime cited by name for clear option explanations and step-by-step communication during a water heater outage. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Our water heater suddenly went out and we had no hot water, so we called Good News Plumbing & Drain. They were available right away and sent Lupe and Jaime. They explained our options clearly and got to work right away. They were very helpful and kept us …”
Angelo Martinez · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“We had an emergency due to a shower not turning off. We also understood we had to pay the after houra emergency fee. He put on 2 faucets (one on tub, one on shower) and on top of the emergency call charged us over $600 . We were desperate because we live on a …”
Elisa Cortez · ★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 5 of 248 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(877) 447-4737
Full report →Website ↗

Also serving Valyermo — 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.

Harrison Brothers Plumbing 4.8 (144 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 19.9 mi Call
North Brothers Plumbing 5.0 (138 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 16.6 mi Call
Andersen Commercial Plumbing, LLC 4.9 (136 Google reviews) · West Covina · 16.5 mi Call
Isaac & Sons Plumbing San Dimas 5.0 (130 Google reviews) · West Covina · 16.4 mi Call
SWE Sewer Solutions Construction & Engineering 4.9 (123 Google reviews) · Glendora · 14.3 mi Call
Rapid Rhino Plumbing 4.9 (93 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 17.7 mi Call
JG Plumbing & Rooter Inc 5.0 (91 Google reviews) · West Covina · 14.4 mi Call
Rooter Man Plumbing of Covina 4.9 (81 Google reviews) · West Covina · 18.2 mi Call
CA ROOTER AND PLUMBING 4.8 (73 Google reviews) · West Covina · 19.1 mi Call
Smart Choice Rooter 5.0 (71 Google reviews) · Arcadia · 15.6 mi Call
The Sewer Surgeon 4.8 (51 Google reviews) · Glendora · 14.3 mi Call
Glendora Plumbing & Heating 4.8 (39 Google reviews) · Glendora · 14.3 mi Call
Lang's Plumbing & Rooter, LLC 4.9 (37 Google reviews) · West Covina · 19.8 mi Call
SOS Plumbing 5.0 (34 Google reviews) · Glendora · 16.5 mi Call
626 Plumbing 5.0 (29 Google reviews) · West Covina · 17.1 mi Call
Good News Plumbing & Drain 5.0 (26 Google reviews) · Glendora · 17.1 mi Call
All Clear Glendora Plumbing Pros 5.0 (23 Google reviews) · Glendora · 14.6 mi Call
PPS - Public Plumbing Services 5.0 (20 Google reviews) · Glendora · 14.7 mi Call
Isaac & Sons Plumbing Glendora 5.0 (11 Google reviews) · Glendora · 14.3 mi Call
First Class Plumbing & AC 5.0 (5 Google reviews) · Glendora · 14.4 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Valyermo

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

  • 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'
  • 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'
  • Good News Plumbing & Drain — 1-star reviewer reports $600+ charged for 2 faucets on an emergency call, plus hot water lost post-repair without warning — allegation of taking advantage of desperate customers.
  • High Speed Plumbing of Arcadia — slow_response flagged in 2 reviews; 3 expensive theme hits suggest occasional pricing friction despite the majority citing fair rates
  • Western Rooter & Plumbing — 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
  • Western Rooter & Plumbing — No-show on a 9–11am window (arrived at noon); promised quote email never delivered — 1 reviewer received only a feedback request instead
  • NexGen HVAC & Plumbing — 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

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Valyermo we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 265 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 Llano, Pearblossom — this Valyermo guide covers those areas.

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