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The 15 24/7 plumbers serving Drake

These 15 plumbers list 24/7 hours on their Google profiles — a claim they publish, not something we tested. We read 1,443 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 DrakeHow 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: 1,443 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 Drake

Our top picks

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

Limelight Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (1,584 Google reviews) 17.2 mi from downtown Drake

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

5.0 stars across 1,584 reviews; 48 of 92 sampled cite professionalism and 31 workmanship, with same-day spigot/leak rescues confirmed.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,584 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day basement leak rescue — Cody T arrived after a basement-wall spigot leak with thorough repair and fair pricing. (cited in 2 of 92 reviews)
  • Mini-split diagnostics — Brady identified a refrigerant leak from an error code, repaired and recharged the system without upsell. (cited in 1 of 92 reviews)
  • Sunday phone callback and scheduling confirmed — Brittany returned a Sunday call and got the customer on the calendar. (cited in 1 of 92 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Garbage disposal swap took longer than expected and review notes slow response language alongside the workmanship praise. (1 of 92 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Brady...an excellent representation of Limelight. Came out within the hour of call. Thought outside the box for furnace fix. No more inside temp of 59°! L/L kept me informed of Brady's arrival also. Great communicators! Thanks Brady and L/L!!
Missy Tuttle · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found
After he arrived, he quoted a price of $450 to unclog a toilet, I asked why he’s advertising $119 on the side of his truck. He agreed to the price, he did not unclog my toilet and after he worked on it it drained out on my basement floor. He left, charged me …
Ron Jackson · · Google · Mar 2026

We read 92 of 1,584 reviews · newest from May 2026

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Horsetooth Heating, Air & Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (571 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (3) 15.8 mi from downtown Drake

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

Horsetooth shows exceptional 24/7 emergency response with technicians arriving within 30 minutes during heating failures, consistently praised for fair pricing and transparent communication without upselling.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed571 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast emergency response: Multiple reviewers highlight same-day or 30-minute arrival during furnace failures and heating emergencies, with at least one company explicitly delivering on 24/7 promises when competitors didn't. (cited in 3 of 114 reviews)
  • Fair and transparent pricing: 5 reviewers explicitly mention competitive, honest, or 'very reasonable' pricing, with technicians actively avoiding upsells compared to competitors. (cited in 5 of 114 reviews)
  • Clear communication and education: 8+ reviewers specifically mention technicians explaining work, answering questions, providing maintenance guidance, and following up post-visit. (cited in 7 of 114 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I had Jacob & Lael come to my house to replace the 17 year-old water heater. They were on time Professional nice did an amazing job and made sure everything was in working order. I really don’t know how much more you could ask. Just a fantastic experience. I …
Craig Vollmer · ★★★★★ · 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 114 of 571 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Welzig Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (312 Google reviews) 15.8 mi from downtown Drake

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

Full-service HVAC and plumbing operation with 97 of 100 reviews at 5 stars and very high consistency (0.96). Techs Jerry, Andy, James and Jonathan named for thorough explanations; multiple reviewers note Comfort Club membership program drove preventive plumbing inspections.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed312 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Thanksgiving-Day water-heater swap completed by 10:30 AM — full install on a holiday morning (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • 2 AM furnace call answered with a tech on site by 9 AM — answering service routed an after-hours call to next-morning dispatch (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Comfort Club membership inspections catch issues early — pressure relief valve, garbage disposal and shutoff valve replacements done preventively (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One Google reviewer reports a tech didn't recognize a yard hydrant and proposed digging out the full 5-foot pipe rather than repairing it (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Reviewer acknowledges they aren't the cheapest along the Front Range — premium pricing tradeoff noted by their own customers (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We have used Welzig for all of our HVAC needs for years.. For many reasons. Foremost is the Quality of service and very pleasant employees. Maybe they aren't the cheapest but I honestly believe they are the best along the Front Range of Colorado. Last night …
Bob K · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Jerry did not know what a "Yard Hydrant" was nor did he know how to repair one. He wanted to dig the entire 5' pipe out of the ground and replace everything. I stopped him and he left, apologizing. Dispatch needs to realize a little bit about the problem …
Al Riggs · · Google · Nov 2025

We read 100 of 312 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4

Finish Plumbing, LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (131 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (3) 12.2 mi from downtown Drake

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

Master plumber who shows up same-day on emergencies, even holidays, with honest pricing and meticulous cleanup—exactly who you want at 2am with a burst pipe.

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

  • Emergency responsiveness: 8 reviews explicitly mention same-day, after-hours, weekend, or holiday service (including Christmas Eve and Sunday calls answered within 30 minutes) (cited in 8 of 111 reviews)
  • Pricing fairness: 11 reviews specifically praise reasonable, competitive, fair, or 'exceptionally good' pricing, with several noting he suggests cost-saving options rather than upselling (cited in 11 of 111 reviews)
  • Workmanship quality: 9 reviews describe 'top notch,' 'excellent,' 'master plumber' level work, including solving problems other plumbers couldn't diagnose and code-upgrade improvements (cited in 7 of 111 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
We are eternally grateful to Dominik for helping us out of a serious jam by installing a new water heater with no advance notice on a Saturday afternoon after we had gotten the runaround from our home warranty company. He did a lot of great code-upgrade work …
Michelle Vessel · ★★★★★ · 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 111 of 131 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

5

Rock Solid Plumbing Heating and Air

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (119 Google reviews) 10.5 mi from downtown Drake

Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.

Arrives fast even at 2am, charges fairly, and actually explains what they fixed—all five reviewers gave perfect scores.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed119 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 119 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional responsiveness to emergency calls: 4 of 5 reviewers specifically praised rapid response, including same-day scheduling and arrival within hours of contact (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent communication throughout the job: 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly mentioned being kept informed, shown the damaged area, or called with status updates (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Fair pricing with no surprise charges: 3 of 5 reviewers used words like 'reasonably priced' or 'very reasonable rates,' and one mentions additional fixes completed at no extra cost (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I have used Rock Solid Plumbing for several jobs big and small. Their staff are friendly, efficient and helpful. Communication is key and they keep me informed every step ifthe way. The technicians are hard working, very knowledgeable and do great work. …
Stef Scrutchins · ★★★★★ · 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 119 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
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Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning and Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (3,549 Google reviews)4.3 on Yelp (90) 16.5 mi from downtown Drake

Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.

3,549 Google reviews at 4.9 stars but plumbing-specific signal is thin — primarily an HVAC contractor. One Yelp 1-star alleges they dispatched an unqualified independent contractor without disclosure, and a $238 thermostat overcharge was later refunded.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed3,549 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

  • No-show on a scheduled 2-4pm appointment with no call from dispatch per Yelp reviewer (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Plumbing service mentions are sparse — bulk of reviews focus on furnace and HVAC work (2 of 100 reviews)
  • Yelp reviewer reports they sent an unqualified independent contractor without disclosing the swap (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Replaced an aging hot water heater on short notice per a multi-year customer (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Refunded a $238 thermostat overcharge plus the service call after the customer flagged it (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I had Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning come out and install a Bryant Heat Pump, 90% condensing furnace. I highly recommend this company for any of your HVAC needs. Chris came out to give me estimate. It was directly down to business no games, no sales …
Diane · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
The person they sent didn't know how to fix the problem (software updates cause the control panel and the furnace to shut down). He tried to call his supervisor who did not answer. The technician (who seemed to be in quite a hurry) suggested as a solution …
Kelvin W. · ★★ · Yelp · Dec 2020

We read 100 of 3,549 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

7

Swan Plumbing Heating & Air Of Loveland

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (2,557 Google reviews) 11.6 mi from downtown Drake

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

Excellent emergency response and craftmanship, but one severe job failure involving overcharging and property damage raises serious concerns about quality control.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,557 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,557 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Quality control failure on plumbing service: one review documents job abandonment, new infrastructure damage, and supervisor dismissal of the damage—critical concern for emergency plumbing calls where mistakes directly cause water damage. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • High variance in experience (39-point spread across dimensions) suggests inconsistency—excellent HVAC/heating team but plumbing division may lack same standards. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • One catastrophic plumbing job resulted in $400 overcharge, incomplete work (unclogged sink never fixed), and new property damage (leaking pipes that didn't exist before arrival)—supervisor reportedly approved leaving job in worse condition. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional responsiveness and willingness to accommodate urgent schedules—multiple reviewers praise quick turnaround on major jobs (boiler replacement scheduled within 2 days, full HVAC replacement completed in single 8-hour shift). (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians consistently communicate work clearly and explain options—4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention professional explanations, detailed consultations, and transparency about repair needs. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Skilled workmanship on major HVAC/heating projects—reviewers with construction/engineering backgrounds note professional-grade craftsmanship and attention to secondary issues (ventilation, duct correction). (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I interviewed 6 hvac companies before choosing Swan. They had the most knowledgeable and professional crew from the first person who came to my house to the last. They took time to explain things in detail and answer all my questions right away. I also think …
Tiffani Johnson · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
I was overcharged $400 for what Roto Rooter offers a service for of $99. They never unclogged the sink, misrepresented the conversation that we had about the expectations of the job and then Jaden the Supervisor felt it was all right that his plumber left …
Christopher Chawula · · Google · Mar 2026

We read 5 of 2,557 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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JT Plumbing Heating & Air

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.6 (1,318 Google reviews)2.6 on Yelp (5) 11.7 mi from downtown Drake

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

1,318 Google reviews at 4.6 stars with 88 of 98 sampled at 5 stars. Same-day water heater replacement is a recurring win, but a Yelp complaint cites a $21,780 charge withdrawn before work began and an 18-night displacement only partially covered.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,318 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

  • One Yelp report alleges high-pressure tactics using tariff and pricing fear, with concerns later ignored (1 of 98 reviews)
  • Displaced customer for 18 nights but only covered 8 in lodging per Yelp complaint (1 of 98 reviews)
  • Charged $820 for a garbage disposal job after a service window that ran nearly 7 hours past the start time (1 of 98 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day water heater replacement after a sudden failure — cited multiple times (cited in 2 of 98 reviews)
  • Cleared a Saturday emergency clogged sewer within the hour (cited in 1 of 98 reviews)
  • Replaced a collapsed main drain to septic same-day after estimating a two-day job (cited in 1 of 98 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I highly recommend JT Plumbing service. Very easy to schedule quick service. Levi helped me sum up my problem and found a solution. Front desk staff and Levi very courteous and professional. Much appreciated.
CeeGee · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
Service window stated to be from 8 am-12 pm on a disposal. Serviceman shows at 12 pm. Work doesn’t get completed until 2:45 PM. Almost 7 hours of time waiting. Very expensive -$820 for a garbage disposal, with the least expensive one being about only $75-100 …
Meghan Abraham · · Google · Nov 2025

We read 98 of 1,318 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

9

Plumbline Services

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,197 Google reviews)2.0 on Yelp (4) 11.4 mi from downtown Drake

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

Excellent workmanship and responsiveness with a strong track record, but pricing on small jobs and occasional scheduling delays are legitimate concerns.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,197 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

  • Scheduling reliability gap: office missed appointment window (8am-11am) and only called to notify customer at 11:39am, well after window expired (1 of 130 reviews)
  • Yelp rating of 2/5 (4 reviews) versus Google's 4.8/5 (1197 reviews) represents significant platform discrepancy; Yelp complaint alleges predatory pricing on emergency ($7,000 heater quote) and gas-related work (1 of 130 reviews)
  • Pricing fairness scores only 61/100; one customer declined $600+ service call for gas line work, describing pricing as unreasonable (~$160 per appliance relighting) (1 of 130 reviews)

To be fair

  • Technicians consistently described as professional, knowledgeable, and personable across 18+ reviews (cited in 9 of 130 reviews)
  • Fast response and same-day/next-day scheduling mentioned in 6 reviews; at least one appointment completed same day from quote (cited in 5 of 130 reviews)
  • Completion of major multi-system jobs (furnace + AC + humidifier) in single 11-hour day with flawless execution (cited in 3 of 130 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We called Plumbline to help us diagnose and repair a couple of significant, lingering issues from a recent, badly-flawed HVAC installation. The work involved two separate Bryant systems. It seems the work that Plumbline - specifically Peyton - did for us …
Mark Heyner · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Disreputable company. Have things set up so that individual installer can charge whatever he wants. They have you sign in advance that you agree to the cost. BUT I was scared. Carbon monoxide shooting into my home. Thought the price was high but wanted it …
Donna E. · · Yelp · Jul 2025

We read 130 of 1,197 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Rex's Plumbing & Heating

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,028 Google reviews)3.3 on Yelp (32) 16.3 mi from downtown Drake

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

84 of 100 recent reviews are 5-star with techs Kevin and Terra named repeatedly for boilers and water heaters; 12 are 1-star clustered around pricing disputes and unreturned estimates, including one Yelp report of an 8-week silence after a quote request.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,028 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

  • 8-week silence on a workshop plumbing estimate after Rex visited in person — never followed up despite reminder call (1 of 100 reviews)
  • One reviewer alleges Rex's pushed a $3,200 water heater replacement when three other plumbers said the fix was a $10 thermocoupler (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Multiple negative reviews cite expensive estimates and upsell pressure — one reviewer was quoted $3,200 for a likely $10 thermocoupler replacement (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Terra and Kevin singled out by name for thorough explanations and same-week solutions on boilers, tankless heaters, and water-line leaks (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Sunday and Monday-morning emergency dispatch confirmed in multiple reviews — Terra came out on a Sunday for a hot water heater, Shane same-day on a Monday (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • One reviewer reports Rex's beat another quote by $1,000 on a water heater install — explicit price-competitiveness signal (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I recently had an issue that required a service call, and I cannot recommend Rex’s Plumbing enough—specifically Terra. From the moment she arrived, the experience was top-tier. As a woman, it was such a breath of fresh air and a huge relief to see a female …
Natalie R · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
While I was at work, Rex Plumbing sent a technician to our home in Fort Collins to repair a minor leak. My wife and four daughters were home alone. The technician: • Tracked mud throughout our house in filthy boots and refused to use boot covers • …
William Fox · · Google · Nov 2025

We read 100 of 1,028 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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AAA Service Plumbing, Heating & Electric

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (578 Google reviews) 18.0 mi from downtown Drake

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

Large multi-trade operation with 95 of 100 sampled reviews at 5 stars. Techs Jeremiah G, Islom, Adam Nasser and Braxton named repeatedly; one detailed Google 1-star alleges Adam gutted an AC unit without consent and presented a $5,000 bill after the fact.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed578 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Customer alleges Adam Nasser gutted an entire AC unit and replaced parts without consent on what was supposed to be a leak fix, then presented a ~$5,000 bill with a financing loan pitch (1 of 100 reviews)
  • One detailed 1-star alleges work done without consent and a surprise $5,000 bill with no pre-work signoff — tech Adam Nasser specifically named (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Sunday water-heater quote turnaround under 2 hours with Islom — and willing to price-match a competitor (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Same-day dispatch on multiple calls — Michael L and Emilio took care of customer same day; same-day availability available for HVAC maintenance (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Sensor-package membership tracks system in real time and reviewer praised proactive communication on arrival windows (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I contacted AAA for a water heater replacement quote and had an excellent experience from start to finish. Islom was very professional, straightforward, and a true straight shooter, which I really appreciated. He explained everything clearly, answered all my …
Alexei K · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Adam Nasser (the self proclaimed “wolf of hvac”) worked on our ac unit without giving any price quotes or asking for any pre work signatures beforehand. All we wanted was a leak fix. He proceeded to gut our entire ac unit and replace other things as well …
Catie McKenna · · Google · May 2026

We read 100 of 578 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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JT Plumbing Heating & Air

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (352 Google reviews)2.6 on Yelp (5) 14.3 mi from downtown Drake

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

91 of 100 sampled reviews at 5 stars. Brandon, Levi, Trey and Tony named repeatedly for water-heater, furnace and faucet work; one detailed Yelp 1-star alleges $21,780 paid before signoff, 18 nights displaced, and 8 nights of hotel coverage on a botched job.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed352 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Yelp customer reports $21,780 withdrawn from loan account more than a month before work began and 18 nights of displacement, only 8 reimbursed (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Attempted upsell on a same-day valve repair — billed $425 for what reviewer says could have been DIY with a $300 part (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Upsell pressure flagged — a $300 simple valve job billed at $425 with an attempted upsell the customer rejected (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Within-hours dispatch on a carbon-monoxide leak — furnace shut down immediately after the tech identified the issue (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Same-day arrival on a simple valve replacement; technicians repeatedly named (Brandon, Levi, Trey) and praised for thorough inspections (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Brandon and Tony did an amazing job, respectful, friendly and they care about their customers. They came to our house 3 days in a row. Got our furnace maintenance done and it is up and running and back to heating our house! I would recommend them and this …
Kayla McDaniel · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Update: They have cancelled on me twice this week after I’ve taken 8 hours of PTO. I appreciate the updates but they don’t come until after my service window. They could’ve called this morning so I didn’t waste 4 more hours waiting. They might still be …
Skye Marsh · ★★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 352 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
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Allen Service

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (6,586 Google reviews)2.1 on Yelp (100) 16.3 mi from downtown Drake

Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.

Excellent workmanship and communication with individual technicians, but massive pricing variance—Google loves them while Yelp warns of markups 200-500% above market rate and aggressive upselling.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed6,586 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

  • Reliability/scheduling failures in 4 reviews: two no-show appointments with no call (Ba6lCtpPbBgpPVYaqd97, LZDCvH4c3yUoaHDdp6aj), emergency response missed promised window by 2+ hours (zlTTb679HYLXEbjcGz5A), and technician not arriving within quoted window (ARdbGHZUOfjrUMydkQUx per dimension analysis). (4 of 283 reviews)
  • Workmanship quality concerns in 3 reviews: technician broke a pipe during repair and blamed customer (uAWxBby9OudAl8F7Tblx), $5,000 work found not up to code by second plumber (obR1R3sdXo1dwJu4F8TH), and furnace service failed to resolve issue that recurred within a month (cJKkld68ytwNeqWaiT58). (3 of 283 reviews)
  • Administrative/follow-through failures in 2 reviews: open city permit never closed after excavation work, weeks of service delays, and video documentation not provided despite customer request (IYxq7afFgwIre9ntB0Tu). (1 of 283 reviews)

To be fair

  • Technicians consistently praised for knowledge, politeness, and thoroughness. 8 reviews highlight specific technicians (Tyler, Tony, Nate, Gregory, Joey, Jasmine, Chris, Mark, Shiloh) going above and beyond with explanations and honesty. (cited in 8 of 283 reviews)
  • Multiple reviewers (5 reviews) explicitly note lack of high-pressure sales tactics and honest recommendations avoiding unnecessary upsells. (cited in 5 of 283 reviews)
  • Google rating of 4.8/5 across 6,586 reviews and BBB A+ accreditation with zero complaints in past 3 years indicates strong overall satisfaction at scale.
What reviewers praise
Tyler installed a new whole water filtration system in our home. Tyler was amazing. He looked at our entire system, offered many different solutions and price points. Walked through each system and answered all questions. He did not pressure any kind if …
Riley · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
We had Allen out to service our furnace one month ago. We paid $186. On the coldest night of the year the heater went out. It's -14 out and the furnace is showing the same error code from last month. We have a 1 year old in the house. This isn't what I paid …
Joseph P. · · Yelp · Dec 2022

We read 283 of 6,586 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Lion Home Service

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (6,044 Google reviews)2.0 on Yelp (100) 14.1 mi from downtown Drake

Advertises 24-hour service on its Google profile — no reviews we analyzed mention after-hours response either way.

Multi-trade home-services business with 6,044 Google reviews at 4.7 but a striking split in the 100-review sample: 49 are 1-star vs 41 5-star (consistency 0.09). Multiple 1-star reports flag surprise fees and slow follow-through on warranty work alongside praise for techs Jerry, Charity and Dagan.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed6,044 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

  • $29 diagnostic quoted on the phone became $200 on arrival for a visible loose-bolt leak — flagged as a scam by reviewer (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Three-week wait for an electrician appointment that was no-showed twice despite confirmation — no apology and a 3-week reschedule offered (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Reviewer reports being charged multiple service fees over weeks before furnace was finally fixed; later $5,000 AC coil repair with assurances did not hold (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Sunday HVAC consultation followed by next-day install — Charity assessed on Sunday and a team installed AC, furnace, electrical and duct cleaning the following day (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Membership inspection program identified plumbing issues with named techs (Jerry) and explained pricing options upfront via the office (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Jerry Hearn provided the best service and experience. Very helpful, knowledgeable, and was very diligent in his investigating of the issue. He found and fixed the repair quickly. We highly recommend Lion Home Services and Jerry is your guy. Thank you
Julia Kirby · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
I had asked your office to send your your man out with a tall ladder cause I have a 11 foot six ceiling and I need a couple lights, new bulbs and Bella and them which I had which I told your office and he should have a no ladder at all and I had a 10 foot and …
jim nelson · · Google · Feb 2026

We read 100 of 6,044 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Elite Rooter Plumbers

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.6 (543 Google reviews) 18.0 mi from downtown Drake

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

They'll get there fast on weekends, but expect quotes 2-3x higher than competitors and be prepared to walk away.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed543 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 543 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Potential scam pattern: 3 of 5 reviews allege deliberate misrepresentation or upselling. One customer was warned by a city worker that the company was 'scamming'; another reports technician used wrong equipment size then pushed $5,000 replacement; third got $13,000-$16,000 quotes vs. $5,000-$7,300 from competitors. (3 of 5 reviews)
  • No completed work in negative reviews. Two 1-star reviews document customers paying $350+ or accepting quotes without issue resolution, then hiring competitors who fixed the problem faster and cheaper. (2 of 5 reviews)
  • Drastically inflated estimates. Three reviews document quotes 2-3x market rate: $16,000 for tankless install (market ~$5,000), $6,000 for outdoor sewer line, $5,000 pipe replacement offer that later dropped to $1,000. (3 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast emergency response including same-day service and weekend/holiday availability. 2 of 5 reviews specifically praise rapid response and weekend scheduling. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Professional and courteous technician demeanor. 3 reviews mention friendly, professional behavior and competence on-site. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Leo was amazing! So fast and courteous. Could not have asked for better service. Will definitely call him if we ever need additional plumbing needs!
Lyndsey Webster · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found
I had a catastrophic flood from a backed up sewer line, these guys came out hoping to upsell me to a 6k outdoor line and claimed they couldn't clear my main line. Which was a complete lie. Luckily I had someone who worked with the city there and warned me …
candace Wallace · · Google · Jun 2026

We read 5 of 543 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Drake we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 1,443 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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