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The 15 24/7 plumbers serving Hammond

These 15 plumbers list 24/7 hours on their Google profiles — a claim they publish, not something we tested. We read 1,132 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 HammondHow 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: 1,132 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

Siemer Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,644 Google reviews) 7.0 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

Siemer draws 4.9★ across 1,644 reviews with 87/87 analyzed at 5★ — themeCounts.workmanship=22 and themeCounts.professional=39 signal overwhelmingly consistent technician quality.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,644 total on Google
5★15
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

What reviewers keep saying

  • After-hours emergency coverage confirmed: tech arrived within 20 minutes on a Friday night call (themeCounts.weekend_or_emergency=5). (cited in 2 of 87 reviews)
  • Pre-arrival technician photo email cited in multiple reviews — safety-first dispatching differentiator noted across 5 same-day calls. (cited in 2 of 87 reviews)
  • Water heater and boiler installs draw specific praise for daily progress communication and site left cleaner than found (themeCounts.communication=4). (cited in 1 of 87 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“We just had a new boiler and hot water heater system installed. The crew (Kraig, Denis, Tyler, Anthony) was fantastic. They communicated daily with us about progress and paid attention to every detail. They made sure we understood the new system and left the …”
Laura B · ★★★★★ · 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 87 of 1,644 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(219) 202-2003
Full report →Website ↗
2

Dandy Plumbing Solutions

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (209 Google reviews) 17.7 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

Dandy Plumbing Solutions (4.9★, 209 reviews) posts 95.6% positive across 91 analyzed — fast_response 17x, workmanship 22x — owner Dan personally dispatched on Saturday emergencies within 30 minutes. 1 expensive complaint and 2 low-star reviews in the set.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed209 total on Google
5★13
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★2

What reviewers keep saying

  • fast_response cited 17 times; owner Dan personally on-site within 30 minutes of Saturday emergency call, installed and answered all questions. (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)
  • workmanship cited 22 times; Bob diagnosed a complex laundry-to-kitchen clog thoroughly, no surprises, resolved quickly; Kelly's upstairs toilet job included full explanation of findings. (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)
  • Pricing consistently came in below competing estimates: one customer avoided being 'totally ripped off' after getting Dandy's quote vs 2 other companies. (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One 2★ review reports receiving a quote the customer found 'outrageous' — though the job was declined before work began, no pricing transparency issues on completed jobs are cited. (1 of 91 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“I was having an issue with my upstairs toilet and Bob came by and saved the day!! He did a thorough job and explained everything to the T. Very professional and trustworthy. I will keep Dandy Plumbing Solutions in mind for any future plumbing needs!”
Kelly Dorman · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Not honest about repairs , had to hire another plumber to inspect what this company quoted. Technician from Dandy stated that I need 3000 of piping repair. In reality the whole problem was the wax ring on the toilet. Beware”
Marilyn Kush · ★ · Google · Oct 2025

We read 91 of 209 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(708) 710-4987
Full report →Website ↗
3

H2Flo Plumbing and Sewer LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (157 Google reviews) 19.4 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

4.7★ on 157 reviews; 82 of 89 analyzed are 5-star; fair_pricing=9 and fast_response=17 in themeCounts; Sunday-night sewer emergency answered and resolved within hours; $1,000 less than competing quote cited in 1 review.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed157 total on Google
5★13
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★2

What reviewers keep saying

  • Sunday night emergency sewer backup answered when multiple other companies did not — on-site within hours per 1 detailed reviewer account. (cited in 1 of 89 reviews)
  • Pricing consistently cited as fair: $1,000 below a competing quote in 1 review; fair_pricing=9 across 89 analyzed reviews; 12 mentions as cheap-plumber. (cited in 2 of 89 reviews)
  • Water heater diagnosis with no charge for inconclusive first visit: returned second time, diagnosed issue immediately and answered all questions on water heater condition. (cited in 1 of 89 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 1-star review labels the business 'overpriced and unprofessional' — thin on specifics but documents at least 1 dissatisfied customer in the reviewed period. (1 of 89 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“When you’re in an emergency situation, you don’t have time to research the best company or the best price. You go with your gut and cross your fingers. Just a few days before New Year’s Eve, our sewer drains started backing up in the house. Thankfully, we …”
GianPaolo Vernazzani · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“I had an apprentice come recently who did not fix the toilet issue was here about 10 minutes, had to call for help while here on how to do something and $253 later I still have the issue. I have expressed this to the office and requested a partial refund, the …”
Janett Garcia · ★ · Google · Sep 2024

We read 89 of 157 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(708) 966-2239
Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
4

Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, & Electric

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (28,406 Google reviews) 16.8 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

Excellent technician workmanship and on-time arrivals, but internal dispatch chaos and pricing disputes create a chaotic experience for larger jobs.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed28,406 total on Google
5★5
4★2
3★2
2★1
1★5

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

Why we're cautious

  • Major installation failures: 3 reviews report catastrophic errors including improper wiring that melted furnace components and damaged breaker box, units that required complete reinstallation or rework after 10+ visits, and systems wired incorrectly by multiple technicians (2 of 76 reviews)
  • Customer service refund delays: 1 review reports waiting 10 business days with no action on refund, then another 10 days required, with poor responsiveness across multiple calls (1 of 76 reviews)
  • Dispatch and scheduling dysfunction: 3 reviews document missed appointment windows, technicians arriving 30+ minutes late without notification, poor follow-up on promised callbacks, and scheduling miscommunication (3 of 76 reviews)

To be fair

  • Technician quality and professionalism: 12 reviews explicitly praise individual technicians for knowledge, cleanliness, courtesy, and attention to detail (cited in 12 of 76 reviews)
  • Engineering and sizing expertise: 1 review specifically highlights proper load calculations and technical consulting that prevented oversizing (cited in 1 of 76 reviews)
  • Quality control for major installs: Supervisor oversight, pressure testing, and follow-up audits mentioned in at least 1 review (cited in 1 of 76 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“While the price seemed a bit high relative to what we later saw with research (we didn’t have the luxury of time to get multiple quotes bc our heat was out in winter), the work itself was done with a high attention to detail and professionalism. The …”
Sean Brice · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“I could write a novel, in fact I did as I kept notes of daily events so I'll summarize: Paid for new furnace/home humidifier/ACNegatives: 1) install was suppose to take 1.5 days, it's been 8 days and it's not done yet. No AC or home humidifier installed yet …”
Sheri Theakston · ★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 76 of 28,406 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(773) 219-2190
Full report →Website ↗
5

Young Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (789 Google reviews) 11.3 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

4.8★ across 789 reviews with strong weekend/emergency coverage (4 weekend-or-emergency themes, same-day mentions=9), but 13 one-star reviews flag pricing disputes and a warranty-denial incident.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed789 total on Google
5★11
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★4

Why we're cautious

  • Warranty denial pattern: tech tried to charge $480 again 14 days into a 30-day warranty, then pivoted to a $520 camera fee; office promised a callback that never came. (1 of 98 reviews)
  • Upsell-to-camera pattern flagged by 2 reviews: drain not cleared, then pushed to add expensive camera service rather than completing the original job. (2 of 98 reviews)
  • Leak detection dispatched without required equipment: techs cut a larger-than-quoted hole in customer's basement ceiling and billed $350 without locating the leak. (1 of 98 reviews)

To be fair

  • Weekend and Sunday emergency dispatch confirmed: water heater replaced on a Sunday morning, and a Saturday tub repair also completed same-day (themeCounts.weekend_or_emergency=4). (cited in 3 of 98 reviews)
  • Fast arrival cited in 14 of 98 analyzed reviews (themeCounts.fast_response=14): techs arrived early or within short windows on drain, sewer, and water heater calls. (cited in 2 of 98 reviews)
  • Sewer pipe replacement completed without issue; recurring customer for routine sewer cleaning and major line replacement both praised (serviceMentions.sewer=7). (cited in 1 of 98 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Ty- from Young Plumbing- did an excellent job fixing my water pipe and sink today-1/31/2026! He was professional, kind, and worked with accurate and incredible efficiency with his work! I definitely recommend them and him! He definitely desires a raise!”
Brenda Wright · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“Should be 0 stars. I just moved into my new home and experienced a major leak under my kitchen sink that was leaking down to my basement. Young sent 2 incompetent techs to my home that recommended cutting a small hole 3”6” inches in my basement ceiling to …”
Terae Benjamin · ★ · Google · Jan 2026

We read 98 of 789 reviews · newest from Jan 2026 · BBB A accredited

(219) 764-5500
Full report →Website ↗
6

Trojan Plumbing Company, Inc.

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (752 Google reviews) 14.2 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

Consistently excellent workmanship and communication with strong emergency response times, but occasional follow-up failures and job-site cleanup issues on larger projects.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed752 total on Google
5★9
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★5

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

Why we're cautious

  • Communication breakdown on larger jobs: One review alleges zero reimbursement when Trojan cut electrical line without calling before digging, placing financial burden on customer. (1 of 90 reviews)
  • Two 1-star reviews with vague or unresolved complaints: One says 'these people suck' with no detail; another detailed dissatisfaction after initially positive. Pattern suggests potential liability on complex/major jobs. (2 of 90 reviews)
  • Job-site cleanup and restoration issues on larger projects: One detailed review (V9cxka3dBB0eiNec0yr7) reports basement floor left in poor condition and exterior drain blocked with debris causing basement flooding after rain. (1 of 90 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast emergency response: Multiple reviews cite same-day or next-day arrival for urgent issues including water heater leaks and burst situations. (cited in 3 of 90 reviews)
  • High-quality workmanship: 11 reviews specifically praise professional execution, thorough work, and attention to detail across various job types. (cited in 7 of 90 reviews)
  • Fair pricing compared to competitors: 3 reviews mention Trojan's quotes being competitive or significantly lower than other estimates. (cited in 3 of 90 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Hats off to Dan and Conner. I had an incredible experience with them. They did a great job installing a new kitchen faucet and tubular under the kitchen sink. In addition, they replaced the toilet tank flapper and handle for me. Both Dan and Conner were …”
Shirley Roberson · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Better plumbing companies out there that actually respond and follow through. Check out my reviews, I found an amazing plumbing company that actually follow through and does amazing honest work. I reached out to Trojan Plumbing Inc, scheduled a day for them …”
Manny Ardon · ★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 90 of 752 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(708) 377-2924
Full report →Website ↗
7

Downing Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.4 (194 Google reviews)2.4 on Yelp (22) 16.2 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

4.4 Google stars across 194 reviews (100 analyzed); fast_response=24 and professional=48 are dominant themes, but 13 1-star reviews and surprise_fees=2 + poor_workmanship=2 flag pricing and quality outliers. BBB A+ accredited.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed194 total on Google
5★7
4★1
3★0
2★1
1★6

Why we're cautious

  • 2 surprise_fees complaints in 100 reviews: charged $69 service fee with no hands-on inspection; diagnosed wrong location and billed $400 for unneeded repair (2 of 100 reviews)
  • poor_workmanship flagged in 2 of 100 reviews (0.02 frequency) — small signal but distinct from the otherwise positive workmanship=12 theme (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Pricing on major jobs runs high — $828 for a water heater gas control install and $2,098 for a full heater replacement cited in 1 review; $900 quote without hands-on inspection cited in another (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day arrival common — 19 of 100 reviews mention same-day service; 1 reviewer had a tech out in under 40 minutes of calling (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Sewer line work praised for staying within quoted price and adding two clean-out access points — reviewer cites full scope transparency (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Technicians explain every step before, during, and after — cited in 3 high-signal reviews from Chad, Bob, and Mike respectively (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“We initially had a different plumbing company come out to take a look at our clogged drain. Weirdly enough they didn’t have the proper equipment and recommend Downing Plumbing. Sooo thankful! Always, always, always go with Downing Plumbing first. Chad came …”
Aimee Elias · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“I called them about a water pipe that had burst under my mobile home that I currently live in I was quoted almost $900 and the tech did not even bother to look at the pipe didn't bother to climb under my trailer to see what the problem was looked at it from …”
Kelly Kiss · ★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 100 of 194 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(219) 512-9003
Full report →Website ↗
8

AA YES Plumbing inc

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.2 (171 Google reviews) 7.8 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

AA YES Plumbing holds 4.2★ across 171 reviews but 12 of 86 analyzed are 1-star; BBB A+ accredited; 3 reviews cite $800–$999 flat-rate quotes for routine snaking jobs with a mandatory $79 show-up fee that doesn't count toward work.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed171 total on Google
5★10
4★0
3★0
2★2
1★3

Why we're cautious

  • $1,900 quoted to change a single faucet — customer got same job done elsewhere same day for $230; company refused to disclose price range before charging the $79 show-up fee (2 of 86 reviews)
  • $800 quote for kitchen sink snaking after $79 show-up fee already paid; reviewer states tech claimed a 100ft line was needed — 'absolute B.S.' per reviewer (1 of 86 reviews)
  • 3 of 86 reviews flag surprise fees — $79 non-refundable service charge required upfront before any quote; $999 flat rate for drain snaking (industry avg ~$300) cited in one review (3 of 86 reviews)

To be fair

  • themeCounts.professional=41; Dan named in 5+ reviews for clear upfront communication and efficient execution — ejector pump replacement and diagnosis completed in a single visit (cited in 3 of 86 reviews)
  • Same-day arrival confirmed in 8 reviews including water heater calls; regular check-ups under 'Sustainer Service' plan praised for catching issues before they escalated (cited in 2 of 86 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“YES Plumbing has been an absolute game-changer for our home! From the very first call, their team was professional, friendly, and truly invested in helping us improve our house for our family’s comfort. We signed up for their Sustainer Service, and I can’t …”
Ellyn Boyle · ★★★★★ · Google · Aug 2025
The most critical take we found
“I took a chance on this company for a basic kitchen sink snaking - paid the $79 service fee to secure an appointment and declined the work after the gentleman told me it would be $800 when he arrived the next day! What a racket for a 45 min/1 hour task. …”
Nilden A. · ★★ · Google · Aug 2024

We read 86 of 171 reviews · newest from Aug 2025 · BBB A+ accredited

(708) 796-2997
Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
9

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (8,462 Google reviews)1.5 on Yelp (100) 20.0 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

4.7★ on 8462 Google reviews but analyzed sample shows 69 of 100 reviews as 1-star with 73% negative sentiment; surprise_fees flagged 12 times and expensive flagged 14 times across the analyzed set.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed8,462 total on Google
5★3
4★1
3★0
2★2
1★9

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

Why we're cautious

  • Surprise fees are systemic: 12 of 100 reviews flag undisclosed charges; management confirmed $720+ flat rate as 'standard' after the fact per 1 review (3 of 100 reviews)
  • Work performed without authorization: did $3,300 job while homeowner was away, wife present, charged without owner approval per 1 review (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Failed workmanship requiring return visit: ejector pump replacement failed the next day causing twice the original damage per 1 review (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • 24/7 availability confirmed — picked up and dispatched on Sundays and during emergencies when no other plumber answered (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Fast dispatch: called in the morning and arrived within 2 hours per 1 review; within an hour per 1 review (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“The service was AMAZING!! They were fast prompt and professional. I wasn’t expecting such an excellent service, but I got more than I bargained for. They were so informative and even gave me tips on how to move forward with better care for my plumbing system. …”
deliciamo · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“If there was a way to select 0 stars that's what I would rate this company. My mom called them to do some water restoration after a thunderstorm impacted her sump pump and she had some water in the basement. Someone from the Schaumburg office came out to her …”
Lily T. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 8,462 reviews · newest from Jan 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(312) 379-2926
Full report →Website ↗
10

Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (4,688 Google reviews)2.3 on Yelp (6) 14.7 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

4.8★ across 4,688 reviews but 21 of 100 sampled are 1-star — documented issues include HVAC installed with rags in gaps, water heater misdiagnosed then made worse, and surprise $169 third visit charge after not fixing issue first two times.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed4,688 total on Google
5★6
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★8

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

Why we're cautious

  • Installation malpractice documented: new HVAC exhaust improperly installed, rags used to close gaps, technician ran out of tape and told customer to buy more tape to finish the job themselves (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Water heater misdiagnosis chain: charged $330 over 2 visits without fixing issue, then demanded $169 more — customer had hot water before first visit, none after (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Unprofessional driver reported cutting off vehicles aggressively on road — 1 reviewer stated they would never hire based on this alone (themeCounts.unprofessional=1) (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Emergency holiday-weekend sewer excavation completed within 90 minutes of arrival per 1 review (themeCounts.weekend_or_emergency=3) (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Furnace technicians praised for thoroughness: explained priorities, recommended filter types, showed battery replacement procedure (themeCounts.workmanship=16) (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Tim buek was absolutely amazing doing maintenance on our furnace! Friendly professional and very knowledgeable! Made sure to explain ti us what we needed to focus on in order of priorities and why! Summers has always been our go to and we couldn't be more …”
Sierra Willingham · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“Do yourself a favor and NOT call this company. It'll end up costing you a fortune and a whole lot of headache.”
Dawn Bemis-Roy · ★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 4,688 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(219) 375-0111
Full report →Website ↗
11

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (2,326 Google reviews)2.2 on Yelp (100) 8.4 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

Roto-Rooter Hammond shows 4.8★ Google but 43 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star with a 0.133 consistency score — the widest rating split in this batch; 13 reviews flag excessive pricing and 5 cite surprise fees including a $5,200 upsell for a drain that another company cleared without any excavation.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed2,326 total on Google
5★3
4★1
3★1
2★1
1★9

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

Why we're cautious

  • Tech quoted $5,200 to excavate a 'collapsed' drain pipe — second-opinion plumber cleared the blockage without excavation and confirmed pipe was NOT collapsed; original tech accused of deliberately misdiagnosing (1 of 100 reviews)
  • 5 reviews cite surprise fees; water mitigation project manager asked to see homeowner's insurance policy and then escalated scope dramatically — 'ooh your house has a great policy' flagged as red flag #1 (2 of 100 reviews)
  • 13 of 100 reviews flag expensive pricing; $600 to clear a food clog (under 90 min work) and $650 to replace a sump pump (30 min labor) both cited as dramatically above market rates (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Weekend and evening availability confirmed in 10 reviews; Cullen arrived within 30 minutes of a 9pm call and offered to replace the water heater that same night (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • themeCounts.professional=40 and fast_response=18; Sean resolved a Sunday toilet failure within 2 hours with text updates at each stage (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“I called late at night, around 9pm, Cullen came out within a half hour. He also offered to replace the water heater that night! He came back promptly the next day and completed the job within a few hours. They were kind and courteous. I would recommend them …”
Sharon Ackman · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
“Scheduled an appointment online for a time slot of 10am-12pm.. called at 11:40am and asked how long or if they were running behind. I was told an hour, so I left and got home by 12:30pm. They kept calling me very couple of hours and someone FINALLY showed up …”
Jeremiah Reeves · ★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 2,326 reviews · newest from Dec 2025 · BBB A+ accredited

(219) 940-6038
Full report →Website ↗
12

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,099 Google reviews)2.2 on Yelp (100) 11.5 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

4.8★ on 1,099 reviews but 35 of 100 analyzed are 1-star; themeCounts show surprise_fees=5, expensive=10, unprofessional=4 alongside professional=28 — strongly polarized with multiple documented overcharge and scam complaints on Yelp.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,099 total on Google
5★3
4★1
3★1
2★1
1★9

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

Why we're cautious

  • Documented false diagnosis: Yelp reviewer reports supervisor quoted $5,200 to replace a 'collapsed' pipe — a second company cleared the blockage and found no collapse. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Water mitigation project manager asked to see homeowner insurance policy first and allegedly damaged irreplaceable artwork; 1-star Yelp review with detailed itemized complaint. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • surprise_fees theme appears in 5 of 100 analyzed reviews — above threshold for a plumber at this scale. (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast dispatch confirmed: sewer crew arrived within 1 hour of call in 1 reviewed instance; weekend availability documented. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Multi-visit sewer persistence: Josh returned 3 times including camera inspection until root cause identified, without additional charge for callbacks. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“The crew arrived an hour after I called, they clean my sewer drain and showed me the blockage and what caused it. Also gave me a reasonable estimate. Thank you Roto Rooter for your service”
Michael Keeton · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“We had these guys out for an estimate on replacing our sewer line and fixing our ejector pump. They gave us an estimate of 10,000 to replace the ejector pump, citing it was a commercial grade pump and they would have to dig a new pit in order to replace it. …”
Sue F. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2013

We read 100 of 1,099 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(219) 884-6963
Full report →Website ↗
13

AAA Services, Inc. - Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (504 Google reviews) 12.0 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

Diagnostic wizards who nail the problem on the phone and show up with the right part ready—exactly what you need at 2am with a burst pipe.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed504 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 504 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Diagnoses problems accurately over the phone and has parts ready next day, saving time on emergency calls (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviewers rate service 5/5 stars with consistent praise for technician Corey's knowledge and professionalism (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
  • Clear communication throughout job from arrival time to real-time updates on work progress (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“AAA services was absolutely amazing! We had another company come out a week prior to diagnose our system. They not only misdiagnosed it, told us an astronomical fee to repair it, but never called us back to arrange services. Being frustrated I located a …”
Linda Ackerson · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 504 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(219) 472-8645
Full report →Website ↗
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Meyer's Companies, Inc.

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (404 Google reviews) 7.2 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

Fast response even in emergencies (48 hours for gas pipe work), consistent quality across multiple visits, but limited emergency availability data for true 2am burst-pipe scenarios.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed404 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 404 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Quick response to urgent issues: responded within 48 hours to corroded gas pipeline emergency and resolved within ~1 hour (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Thorough, professional technicians: 3 of 5 reviewers specifically praised technicians for being professional, knowledgeable, and explaining work clearly (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Reliable for repeat business: multiple reviewers mention using Meyer's across different seasons (dead of winter) and for both routine maintenance and emergency work (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 root rotting done, which is something I try to get done proactively. Meyer’s did a fabulous job as always. The technician was extremely professional and friendly and explained things thoroughly. Great job!”
Lulu · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 404 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(219) 327-8344
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Action Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (218 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown Hammond

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

Our take — how we form it

Excellent workmanship and fast service on routine jobs, but follow-up on quotes can disappear—don't rely on them for complex estimates.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed218 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 218 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Poor follow-up on multi-step jobs: reviewer explicitly asks 'Does Action Plumbing not want my business?' after repeated failed attempts to get promised estimate on sewer line work (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Follow-up on quotes can be inconsistent: one reviewer waited 3 weeks (May 15–June 1) with no estimate or callback after initial diagnosis (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional workmanship quality: 3 of 5 reviews specifically praise professional installation, cleanliness, and attention to detail (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Fast service delivery on completed jobs: multiple reviewers note same-day or quick appointment availability and timely completion (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Knowledgeable technicians who explain work clearly: Tyler specifically praised for communication and educating homeowners on repair vs. replacement options (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Tyler replaced our water heater, he explained what was wrong with our 6 year old one and the costs associated with repairing it. Tyler also informed us of the cost and advantage of replacing the old one. The replacement was fast, professional, and he left …”
Lynne Nees · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found
“I called for sewer rodding service and had an appointment set up quickly. On May 12th the plumbers arrived at the appointment time and proceeded with opening up the sewer rod out. It was determined that there was a separation in the sewer line and they could …”
Gregory Turner · ★ · Google · Jun 2026

We read 5 of 218 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(219) 365-1811
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How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Hammond we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 1,132 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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