The 15 24/7 plumbers serving Largo

These 15 plumbers list 24/7 hours on their Google profiles — a claim they publish, not something we tested. We read 855 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 LargoHow 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: 855 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

Flow Pros Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (2,020 Google reviews)2.0 on Yelp (2) 11.5 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

2,020 Google reviews at 4.9 stars — largest local roster (Joe, Alex, Bradley, Khalil, Joel, Alan named) with upfront quotes, in-estimate completion on older homes, and re-pipe, water-softener, and main-valve work all noted.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed2,020 total on Google

5★12

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★2

What reviewers keep saying

Large complex jobs stayed within original estimate — older-home challenges flagged ahead of time, customer-friendly tips offered for new homeowners (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
Saturday emergency leak repair on a sink drain line with upfront pricing and follow-through to completion (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
Whole-house re-pipe completed with named two-tech crew (Joel + Chris), main shutoff valve replacement honored with warranty on preexisting material (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

One Yelp 3-star flags that pipe size was changed without explanation — questions about replacement spec were 'skirted' (1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Alex came out. He was kind and friendly and reassuring. Alex is an amazing job to show up. Get the work done within integrity and commitment. I had a New water softener installed And I can’t wait to see how amazing my curly hair looks after …”

Kristen Tompkins · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Just called to have them inspect a p-trap and maybe install a new one or not to pull a permit for a kitchen. The lady said they dont do that and hung up on me. Not professional at all”

Joaquin Cortizo · ★ · Google · Apr 2026

We read 100 of 2,020 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(727) 265-9639

Full report →Website ↗

Friends Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (3,343 Google reviews) 11.3 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 3,343 reviews — only 5 analyzed; all 5-star with professional=4, workmanship=2; water heater condo swap in under 3 hours with old-unit haul-away and courtesy follow-up call.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed3,343 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 3,343 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Water heater replacement in a condo second-floor unit done in under 3 hours — old tank hauled away, workspace spotless, with a follow-up call from the office afterward. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Thorough leak investigation — Ezekiel spent extensive time searching inside and out before concluding no leak existed, saving the customer from unnecessary repairs. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Grant didn't oversell — advised only what was needed on a water softener install and adjusted water heater setting to improve comfort at no extra charge. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“The team was great, and I highly recommend this company! I Especially appreciated how much time and care Ezekiel took when trying to help me locate a leak that the city reported I had due to a very high bill and crazy amount of water they said was used. …”

Jay Pascal · ★★★★★ · 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 3,343 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(727) 314-5763

Full report →Website ↗

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (2,046 Google reviews) 4.5 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

4.8★ across 2,046 reviews; 5 analyzed (all 5-star, thin sample) — Justin S. resolved a leak that had 'evaded fixing by a couple of other plumbers,' Jack navigated an out-of-state bereavement scenario with empathy and next-day follow-through on water heater replacement.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,046 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,046 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Diagnostic depth: Justin identified and fixed a leak that two prior plumbers had missed, ruling out alternate causes with a systematic check process. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Out-of-state water heater emergency handled with empathy and pricing flexibility; Jack committed to next-day return and kept his word while managing an apprentice technician. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Toilet repair upgraded beyond spec: Rain used grout instead of caulking and upgraded the wax ring model, then applied a larger-than-advertised military discount. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“Excellent service. Showed up on time, fixed the leak quickly, and everything works perfectly now. Very professional and fair pricing. My service technician, Justin S, was knowledgeable, courteous, and made the whole process easy. Highly recommend.”

Noah J · ★★★★★ · 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 2,046 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(727) 544-1518

Full report →Website ↗

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (1,647 Google reviews)3.0 on Yelp (6) 2.5 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

4.9★ / 1,647 reviews, BBB A+ accredited; 95 of 100 analyzed at 5-star; Saturday drain blockage cleared within 1 hour of call; tech Mike described as diagnosing potential thousands in damage by identifying sewer blockage origin.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,647 total on Google

5★12

4★0

3★1

2★2

1★0

What reviewers keep saying

Saturday and weekend dispatch confirmed in 3 weekend_or_emergency mentions; within-the-hour arrival for complete drain blockage on a Saturday. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
Systematic sewer diagnosis — methodically traced water back to main sewer blockage origin, potentially saving thousands; walked homeowner through multiple test cycles. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

Propane water heater service declined — confirmed the company does not service propane units. (1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Joey came out on a Saturday to replace a toilet that was installed with the house. Joey was very professional, work was done quickly and left the work site clean. I highly recommend this business.”

Uncle Ric · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“I was informed by the representative that this company will not service propane water heaters.”

Bill P. · ★★ · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 100 of 1,647 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(727) 431-0181

Full report →Website ↗

Tampa Bay Plumbing LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (1,024 Google reviews)4.5 on Yelp (27) 3.0 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 1,024 reviews; workmanship=19 and professional=51 dominate 100 analyzed; within-30-minute water leak dispatch confirmed; 2 isolated historical complaints (2019) vs. strong recent trajectory.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,024 total on Google

5★12

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★2

Why we're cautious

2019 Yelp review alleges $850 for 2 visits that failed to clear a commercial drain, then quoted $1,450 more; owner never returned call (1 of 100 reviews)
2 historical 2019 Yelp complaints: job abandoned before completion, customer left with a heavy drain; inconsistent employee quality cited (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

workmanship=19 in 100 reviews; tech stayed to walk new homeowner through every repair step; faucet/drain replacement praised as 'fastidious in cleanup' (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
On-site within 30 minutes for living room flood; weekend emergency call answered and dispatched quickly; emergency-plumbers=3 reviews (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
fair_pricing=3; below-market weekend rate cited; multi-year repeat customer relationship built on consistent follow-through (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“I have worked with TB Plumbing for a couple of years now and found them to be extremely professional and courteous. They always take care to do an excellent job which has given me the confidence to hire them for some of my larger home projects. Jacob in …”

Stephen Tessitore · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“A young man was sent out to help me with a nonfunctional bathtub drain . He had a lot of trouble and another young man joined him. Together they still struggled and as this was the day before thanksgiving , I assumed they would liKely give up and want to …”

Deborah D. · ★★ · Yelp · Dec 2019

We read 100 of 1,024 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(727) 223-6400

Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first

EVERYDAYPLUMBER.com

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (1,309 Google reviews)3.6 on Yelp (49) 18.5 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

1,309 Google reviews at 4.8 stars and BBB A+ accredited — but recurring complaint across years: $197/hr labor, $1,100 invoices, $1,400 water heater pitches that reviewers later regret.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,309 total on Google

5★6

4★1

3★0

2★1

1★7

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

Why we're cautious

Refusal to quote over phone is a documented pattern across 10+ years of reviews — pricing only revealed onsite (2 of 100 reviews)
Repeat-service callbacks charged at full price — sink clog returned within a month, only 15% off offered (1 of 100 reviews)
No phone quotes — reviewers report being charged whatever the tech thinks they can get ($1,100 for valve+cartridge+faucet+disposal, $197/hr labor, $600 to install washer valves) (3 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Sunday and same-day dispatch confirmed across multiple years of reviews — pipes snaked Sunday morning, sink clogs cleared same day (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
BBB A+ accredited with 1,309 Google reviews, technicians by name (Ryan, Jarrett, Steve, Rob) repeatedly praised for explaining work and standing 10+ hours to finish (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
Within-24-hour service in Sarasota area noted with reasonable pricing (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Excellent service, knowledgeable staff.... Steve from Sarasota office was awesome. Prices were reasonable and he came within 24 hours.”

Betsy F. · ★★★★★ · Yelp · Dec 2021

The most critical take we found

“I had a galvanized pipe going out of my hot water heater start leaking. My husband was out of town so I had to call a plumber. Everyday Plumber came out the next day. Service man was an hour late past the appointment window. Right away he wanted to sell me a …”

Sunbolt1 .. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2015

We read 100 of 1,309 reviews · newest from Dec 2021 · BBB A+ accredited

(813) 872-0200

Full report →Website ↗

All Hours Plumber

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (403 Google reviews)3.8 on Yelp (6) 16.3 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

4.9 stars across 403 Google reviews; 18 of 93 sampled cite fast response, 7 mention weekend or emergency calls. Two Yelp reviews flag pricing shock ($500-$638 for short jobs).

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed403 total on Google

5★12

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★2

Why we're cautious

$500+ charged for under-an-hour toilet snake job per one 1-star Yelp review. (1 of 93 reviews)
Two Yelp reviewers report sticker shock on small jobs — $638 for a PVC elbow replacement, $500+ for a toilet snake in under an hour. (2 of 93 reviews)

To be fair

After-hours and weekend emergency response is real — reviewers cite a Sunday garbage disposal call and a 30-minute arrival on an emergency main water line. (cited in 3 of 93 reviews)
Handles full re-pipe work, not just small fixes — one reviewer had a complete re-pipe of a 70+ year-old Seminole Heights home at a comparable quote. (cited in 2 of 93 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“The day after a holiday, our drains backed up and getting a plumber to even return my call was frustrating. Marc with Your All Hours Plumber was recommended to me and he responded right away. The service charge was much more reasonable, he was very …”

Nicole L. · ★★★★★ · Yelp · Nov 2022

The most critical take we found

“I had a broken irrigation pipe leaking. I had the main valve off and had started digging as their van rolled in. He came fast and got the job done in just under 2 hours. Total bill for replacement of the broken PVC elbow: $638. Outrageous. I don't recommend …”

Gerald M. · ★★ · Yelp · Jun 2025

We read 93 of 403 reviews · newest from Nov 2022

(813) 774-1199

Full report →Website ↗

Emergency Plumber Help

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listingSmall track record

5.0 (28 Google reviews)2.1 on Yelp (7) 3.4 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

5.0-star Google avg on 28 reviews with 30-minute Sunday-night arrivals reported — but Yelp shows pattern of $500-$619 quotes on jobs other plumbers do for $165-$225.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed28 total on Google

5★11

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★4

Why we're cautious

Multiple 1-star reviewers explicitly label the operation a scam: 'SCAM artists', 'reporting them to the BBB' (1 of 34 reviews)
Won't quote over the phone — pattern of high in-person quotes after dispatching tech, dropping price when challenged ($500 → $275 when laughed at) (1 of 34 reviews)
BBB rating F despite 5.0 Google average

To be fair

Sunday-night dispatch confirmed — arrived within 30 minutes of a 9pm call to repair main water line (cited in 1 of 34 reviews)
After-hours toilet and shower emergencies handled same evening, technician stayed till midnight on at least one job (cited in 2 of 34 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Called Sunday night at 9pm, arrived at my home within 30 minutes to repair main water pipe. Service was fast and price was very affordable even with after hours charge. I would highly recommend and will be using them moving forward.”

Brian Cardenas · ★★★★★ · Google · Nov 2024

The most critical take we found

“They wanted $590 to run out a sink pipe. I opened it with Draino and a plumger. The price is prohibative.”

Carol W. · ★ · Yelp · Nov 2025

We read 34 of 28 reviews · newest from Nov 2025

(727) 966-2774

Full report →Website ↗

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (2,554 Google reviews) 10.6 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

Technicians consistently arrive on time and explain work clearly, but flat-rate pricing can feel expensive for quick, simple jobs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,554 total on Google

5★4

4★1

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,554 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

4 of 5 reviews praise technician friendliness, professionalism, and clear communication (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
Strong reliability track record—repairs confirmed durable after 1+ month of use (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Punctuality and responsiveness emphasized in multiple reviews; no-trip-charge policy removes barrier to service calls (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

Flat-rate pricing structure penalizes homeowners with fast/simple jobs; one reviewer felt charged disproportionately high for quick drain clog fix (1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Waited for about a month before submitting review and all plumbing issues remain resolved. John and Andrew were wonderful and a pleasure to work with. They answered all our questions and were very patient with us. Treated us and our home with great respect. …”

Bonnie Griffin · ★★★★★ · 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 2,554 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(727) 645-4390

Full report →Website ↗

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (935 Google reviews)1.0 on Yelp (3) 3.2 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Largo: 91 of 98 analyzed reviews 5-star with workmanship=18 and fast_response=13; water heater installs dominate at 16 mentions; 5 reviews flag expensive pricing and 2 cite upsell/overcharge behavior.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed935 total on Google

5★13

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★2

Why we're cautious

Upsell behavior documented: tech inspected water heater unprompted during a toilet call, then quoted $4,000 to replace two 4-year-old toilets — toilet still not fixed after visit (1 of 98 reviews)
Pricing perceived as high in 5 reviews — one customer called pricing "high" for a 40-minute repair; "not the cheapest" noted even in positive reviews (2 of 98 reviews)

To be fair

Emergency after-hours response strong — called at 9:20 PM on a holiday Monday, tech contacted within 30 minutes and arrived promptly; weekend sewer blockage cleared same afternoon (cited in 3 of 98 reviews)
Water heater installs same-day with full scope — replaced, flushed tankless heater as bonus service, and explained maintenance care (cited in 3 of 98 reviews)
Technicians skilled at root-cause investigation — Brandon traced Friday sewer blockage from unknown source by asking questions and identifying overlooked clues (cited in 1 of 98 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“We had a great experience with Brandon. He came out quickly, was punctual and courteous, and took the time to listen before getting started. He replaced an old pipe that wasn’t up to standard with a much higher-quality solution and completed the job …”

Anne Ingoldsby · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“I just needed my toilet fixed and Josh came in here and did everything but that. He even took apart the door to my water heater (why are you checking my water heater?) I just needed my toilet fixed all that time wasted when he couldn't just fixed my toilet. …”

Cristina D. · ★ · Yelp · Oct 2025

We read 98 of 935 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(727) 219-9004

Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore

Roto-Rooter Plumbing of Tampa

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (3,551 Google reviews)3.4 on Yelp (100) 17.9 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

Big-name 24-hour shop with 3,551 Google reviews and a 4.8 — but 25 of the last 100 are 1-star, and complaints cluster around overbooking, surprise after-hours fees, and a review-bribery offer.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed3,551 total on Google

5★5

4★1

3★1

2★1

1★7

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

Why we're cautious

One reviewer says the tech offered 75% off the bill in exchange for a positive Google review — review-bribery behavior that may explain inflated ratings. (1 of 100 reviews)
After-hours surprise fees: a $500+ bill stacked with a 'late' or 'overnight' surcharge after the tech showed up nearly 4 hours after the scheduled window. (1 of 100 reviews)
A repaired main water line burst within 5 minutes of the tech leaving; despite 24hr service the next visit was a full day later. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Same-day and after-hours dispatch comes through for many callers — one tech was on the roof running a snake within 30 minutes of a Christmas-morning call. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Individual techs (Vincent, Scott Bowers, Marcus) called out by name for honest diagnosis after other companies couldn't figure out the issue. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Marcus came in to fix an issue we were having with our reverse osmosis system. He identified and clearly explained an error that was made by a previous electrician and fixed the issue. Would recommend Marcus again. Great service and price!!”

Annastasia Sarkisian · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Traveling in Florida and got into trouble so i jumped on yelp and these guys were first position!! kept getting transfered to L.A. due to my cell phone and they dropped my call each time. Finally got through and they refuse to give any pricing data: would not …”

Martin S. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2011

We read 100 of 3,551 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(813) 982-4112

Full report →Website ↗

ABC Plumbing, Air, Heat & Electric

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing

4.6 (2,804 Google reviews)1.3 on Yelp (77) 4.2 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

4.6★ Google across 2,804 reviews but reviewConsistency=0.045 — extreme polarization with 43 one-stars in 100 analyzed; expensive=11, slow_response=9, and surprise_fees=2 are major negative signals alongside strong positive workmanship.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed2,804 total on Google

5★3

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★12

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

Why we're cautious

Alleged coercive refund tactic: offered partial refund for $1,317 incomplete job only if customer changed review — operates unethically per reviewer (1 of 100 reviews)
surprise_fees=2; charged $2,687 for one small pipe section after quoting for multiple pipes; $79 diagnostic fee followed by $1,500+ minimum to begin work (2 of 100 reviews)
Rude phone staff documented: receptionist hung up repeatedly when customer called back; phone escalation impossible (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

workmanship=16 positive reviews; technicians praised for knowledge, thoroughness, and explaining problems clearly (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
professional=29 in 100 analyzed; multiple techs cited by name as going above and beyond on complex jobs (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“I met Zay when he came out to check my AC, and he was very polite and professional. He took the time to explain what was going on with the system and informed me about a few things I didn’t know. He even gave me a cool light which was a nice touch. Overall …”

Josue Torres · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“We hired ABC for a shower cartridge replacement and tub clog. We paid 1,317. The service was incomplete and our problem remains unresolved. When we requested a refund, they offered far less than what we paid and tried to coerce us into changing our review to …”

Lillianne B. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 2,804 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(813) 576-2399

Full report →Website ↗

James Hafke Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (1,879 Google reviews) 11.6 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

Exceptionally fast for emergencies (1-hour response) with strong workmanship, but one recent customer reports significant overcharging and misdiagnosis that forced them to shop around.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,879 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,879 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

1 of 5 reviews (20%) reports price gouging, misdiagnosis, and poor accountability after customer explicitly complained to ownership—suggests inconsistent quality control across technicians (1 of 5 reviews)
Significant pricing concerns: one returning customer was charged $250+ for a misdiagnosis and was quoted substantially higher rates than 3 competing companies (one offering lifetime guarantee at lower cost) (1 of 5 reviews)
Diagnostic accuracy issue: technician gave wrong diagnosis on follow-up visit, leading to wasted $250+ service call (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Emergency response time: showed up within 1 hour when competitors quoted next-day service (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviewers praise thorough, professional work and attention to detail (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
Transparent pricing approach: upfront estimates with multiple options, no hard-sell tactics (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“This is the second time we have used Hafke Plumbing. First was to replace our water heater and this time for a number of miscellaneous repairs. Our professional technician was Austin and we were very pleased with him. We gave him a “honey do list” and he …”

Clarissa Surls · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026

The most critical take we found

“Two stars because I had a decent interaction with them the last time I called for service. This time, the person who came in gave me a wrong diagnosis, then told me he would charge an absurd amount of money to fix the issue. I was forced to pay the first …”

Edelmira Delgado · ★★ · Google · May 2026

We read 5 of 1,879 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(727) 662-9180

Full report →Website ↗

Clog Kings, LLC

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (1,368 Google reviews) 9.1 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

Exceptional craftsmanship and same-day emergency response, but one credible complaint about misleading pricing and potential review manipulation raises accountability concerns.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,368 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,368 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Reviewer explicitly alleges operation under multiple business names ('Clog Kings of Tampa,' 'King of Kings Plumbing') on same Google account and suspects fake review inflation, raising transparency and authenticity concerns (1 of 5 reviews)
1 of 5 reviews reports significant pricing discrepancy: quoted estimate did not match final service charges (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

4 of 5 reviews praise quick response and availability, including same-day emergency service during off-hours (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviews highlight excellent workmanship and technical expertise, including advanced diagnostics like video scoping (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
3 of 5 reviews specifically mention clear communication and taking time to explain work before leaving (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Brad did a great job video scoping the drain that has been backing-up, and sharing the results that need addressing for a free-flowing drain. I would def recommend Clog King Plumbing and Brads’ assistance for any related plumbing needs — thanks!”

Edmund Urban · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 2026

The most critical take we found

“I had a very bad experience with Clog Kings, LLC. In my opinion this company is not professional and their pricing practices felt very misleading. What was quoted or implied did not match the service provided. Also be aware that the same people appear to …”

Shadi Sadi · ★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 5 of 1,368 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(727) 479-4028

Full report →Website ↗

Tampa Bay Plumbers LLC

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing

4.7 (1,189 Google reviews) 16.5 mi from downtown Largo

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

Our take — how we form it

Dispatches emergency calls within hours with strong technical work, but a critical service failure and $195 diagnostic fee on a septic job raises concerns about troubleshooting competence.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,189 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,189 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Critical diagnostic failure on septic work—crew incorrectly concluded septic tank was under trailer and not serviceable, charged $195 for 27 minutes of work, and competitor located the tank the next day and completed the job. Homeowner reports crew provided 'zero proof' and company refused refund. (1 of 5 reviews)
Appointment reliability issues—one review documents two appointment cancellations before finally being scheduled. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Fast emergency response—multiple reviewers report immediate dispatch and completion within 2 hours for urgent jobs like water heater replacement and burst pipes. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Strong workmanship on complex projects—3 reviewers praise professional execution on difficult jobs including 300-foot main water line replacement with obstacle avoidance, sewer line replacement with tree removal, and full house re-plumbing. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Goes above and beyond on service calls—one crew cleaned up debris and coordinated with neighbor's yard after major sewer work. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“We had to replace our main water line on rather quick notice, which was no easy feat with a 300 plus stretch of various tree roots, sprinkler lines, and pool lines in the way. Tampa Bay Plumbers, Mike Benson and crew did a fantastic job of avoiding breaking …”

Gina Shannon · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2024

The most critical take we found

“I will never recommend this company. I had an appointment that was changed by them twice. After finally making it on the third appointment. The guys came out and could not find the septic tank. They poked all around the building and, with a phone call, …”

Javier Mayol · ★★ · Google · Nov 2023

We read 5 of 1,189 reviews · newest from Feb 2024

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How we rank the plumbers on this page

We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Largo we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 855 reviews across 15 businesses.
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.
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.
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.
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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