The 15 plumbers serving Rising Sun, ranked.

21 plumbing companies serve the Rising Sun area within 20 miles, and we've read 882 of their public reviews — the critical ones first. After-hours options are thin in Rising Sun: just 8 of 21 list 24-hour service, so read those cards first if water is already moving. Rankings are not for sale.

Ratings run high here (median 4.9, 1 below 4.0), but the depth behind them varies: 13 companies carry 100+ reviews while others have a few dozen, which we treat as thinner evidence and say so on their cards. Where reviewers repeat a specific complaint — 14 of the 21 companies have one — it's flagged below with their exact words. One number worth knowing: only one company in this radius — Kennedy Plumbing Services of Erlanger — sits below 4.0 (3.8). Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and drain clearing.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown Rising SunHow 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: 744 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

Ken Neyer Plumbing

Top pick

4.9 (863 Google reviews) 17.1 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Ken Neyer Plumbing (Fairfield) holds 4.9 stars on 863 reviews — same-day water heater replacement with unit on the van, transparent upfront pricing confirmed by multiple reviewers, and Nathan, Doug, and Dre each praised by name.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed863 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 863 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Same-day water heater replacement with unit stocked on the vehicle — called 12/26, Nathan arrived same day with a replacement (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Consistent upfront pricing with no pressure — August and Noah explained cost before starting; Doug and Brandon walked customer through scope without high-pressure upsell (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Pre-arrival text with tech photo, confirmation emails, and next-day appointment availability cited across 3 of 5 reviews (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“Amazing service! Really care about the customer’s concerns & needs. Spends the time needed to educate & attend to issues. No high pressure sales. Good pricing.Thank you Doug & Brandon! UPDATE 3/3: Can’t say enough great things about this company & Doug and …”

Heather Mckernan · ★★★★★ · 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 863 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(513) 353-3311

Full report →Website ↗

Plumb Tite Plumbing & Drains

Top pick

4.8 (620 Google reviews) 14.2 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Plumb Tite Plumbing & Drains holds 4.8 stars on 620 Google reviews with 98.9% positive sentiment and 0.949 consistency; 91 analyzed reviews show 87 five-star, 3 four-star, 1 one-star — fast response and fair pricing on water heater installs are the strongest signals.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed620 total on Google

5★13

4★1

3★0

2★0

1★1

What reviewers keep saying

Water heater work praised repeatedly — competitive estimates, options explained (tank vs. tankless), same-day or next-day installs (cited in 3 of 91 reviews)
Fast response and clear upfront communication on scheduling, pricing, and scope in 14 of 91 reviews (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)
Fair pricing relative to competitors; technician worked 2 hours on clogged drain rather than upsell to more expensive service (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

One incident: removed old water heater without laying protective sheeting, spilling rusty water onto finished basement carpet (1 of 91 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“2/25/2026--The installation of our new hot water heater was done perfectly — great service and no issues with the setup. However, there is one area for improvement: during the removal of the old, broken hot water heater, no protective plastic sheeting was …”

Keith Sharp · ★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“Thought they were good then they refused to help me find my issue. Will be looking for others in the future. And they've replied and I don't know how to reply to their reply, so I'm adding all of this: I had had a technician out to my place who fixed 2 …”

bret battaglia · ★ · Google · Oct 2025

We read 91 of 620 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(859) 904-8483

Full report →Website ↗

Dixon Plumbing & Service

Top pick

5.0 (375 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (4) 16.6 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Dixon Plumbing & Service: 85 of 85 analyzed reviews are 5-star (consistency=1.0), 100% positive sentiment; fast_response in 12, workmanship in 16, and fair_pricing in 3 reviews.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed375 total on Google

5★15

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

What reviewers keep saying

No-upsell approach: 3 reviewers contrast Dixon against companies pushing unnecessary repairs; technicians explicitly told customers they didn't need additional work (cited in 3 of 85 reviews)
Water heater work praised across 9 service mentions — same-day install, haul-away of old unit, and reasonable pricing cited (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)
Garbage disposal diagnosis and replacement completed efficiently with multiple rechecks noted by reviewer (cited in 1 of 85 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“We had a water leak under our kitchen sink. James quickly diagnosed the problem and isolated it to the disposal. He replaced it and did numerous rechecks on it. Efficient, reasonably priced. I highly recommend Dixon Plumbing for all your plumbing needs. …”

Brad Baker · ★★★★★ · 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 85 of 375 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(859) 493-4048

Full report →Website ↗

Triple Crown Plumbing

Top pick

5.0 (306 Google reviews) 19.5 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

5-star across 91 of 94 analyzed reviews; fast_response flagged in 19 and workmanship in 21; handles water heaters (12 mentions), toilets (7), and faucets (6) same-day.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed306 total on Google

5★14

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★0

What reviewers keep saying

Same-day completion cited in multiple jobs — toilets, faucets, and water heater all finished in one visit per reviewer (cited in 2 of 94 reviews)
Cost transparency praised: estimates are dual-option (owner-supplied vs. company-supplied parts) and invoicing is described as clear and immediate (cited in 2 of 94 reviews)
After-hours availability confirmed — responded on Christmas Eve and within the hour of a holiday call (cited in 1 of 94 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

slow_response theme appears in 7 reviews despite fast_response in 19 — scheduling lag mentioned alongside same-day praise, suggesting availability can vary (2 of 94 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“We had a plumbing issue with drainage that a another company was not able to find the true cause of. After a few weeks the flooding happened again. We looked into a different company to see if they could find the cause. We were recommended Triple Crown …”

Amanda R · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“I called Triple Crown Plumbing because the reviews were great but I was more than a little disappointed. The rep said that he would need to take the entire tank off and replace all the pieces inside for close to $900. Replacing the entire toilet would cost …”

Michele Borison · ★★ · Google · Oct 2025

We read 94 of 306 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(859) 534-9765

Full report →Website ↗

TJ's Plumbing Installation and Repair

Top pick

4.9 (118 Google reviews) 16.2 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

4.9 stars across 118 reviews with 21 fast-response mentions; owner TJ personally handles complex jobs and prices competitively but 1 review flags bypassing GC to collect payment directly from client.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed118 total on Google

5★13

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★1

Why we're cautious

1 GC-sourced 1-star review: TJ collected payment directly from client after extensive coordinator contact, bypassing the general contractor — unprofessional conduct for commercial/remodel work (1 of 97 reviews)
1-star review cites unprofessional billing practice: went directly to homeowner to collect payment, bypassing general contractor relationship (1 of 97 reviews)

To be fair

Fast response in 21 of 97 reviews; same-day service in 10 reviews; TJ personally responded to Facebook inquiry and fit caller into schedule same day (cited in 3 of 97 reviews)
Pricing praised in 9 reviews; fixed sewer line replacement cheaper than others and worked with homeowner insurance to get a better deal (cited in 3 of 97 reviews)
Diagnosed drain problem that 4 other companies missed; workmanship theme in 25 of 97 reviews (cited in 2 of 97 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“TJ plumbing did a great job fixing my plumbing. They came out fast and did not play around.tgey had my issue fixed in 2hrs. Last time I used a different company and they took 3 times the amount of time for same issue and I had to have TJ fix there work. Thank …”

Mike Grindstaff · ★★★★★ · Google · Oct 2025

The most critical take we found

“I’m a general contractor and recruited the services of TJ Plumbing for a basement remodel I was doing. After me coordinating the work for him at the client and him doing the work he went to the client to collect payment, bypassing me as the general …”

David Vermaak · ★ · Google · Dec 2024

We read 97 of 118 reviews · newest from Oct 2025

(859) 907-2905

Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first

1-Tom-Plumber

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

5.0 (1,062 Google reviews)3.8 on Yelp (34) 15.1 mi from downtown Rising Sun

Our take — how we form it

4.5-star average across 100 analyzed reviews with 88% five-star ratings; fast same-day dispatch cited in 8 reviews, but 4 reviews flag pricing as excessive — including a $565 quote to snake a toilet.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,062 total on Google

5★8

4★1

3★0

2★2

1★4

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

Why we're cautious

Flat-rate pricing structure drew a 1-star review citing $565 for a clogged toilet snake — reviewer compared to other large national chains with 'way overpriced' sales-org model (1 of 100 reviews)
4 of 100 reviews flag expensive pricing; one reviewer was quoted $565 to snake a toilet line — 'almost fell over' — and was shown a tablet menu of flat-rate pricing (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Same-day arrival cited in 8 of 100 reviewed mentions; techs like Esteban and Josh repeatedly named for getting out quickly (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
Pricing transparency praised in at least 3 reviews — Esteban specifically credited with fixing ceiling leaks 'for a very reasonable price' vs. competing $14k quote (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
Weekend and evening availability confirmed in multiple reviews; Brad came out on a Sunday and drain cleared by 11am same day (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Esteban did a phenomenal job! I want him to handle ALL of my plumbing needs! He was very personable, professional, and performed excellent work! Couldn’t recommend it more!”

Robert Rankin · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“1-Tom-Plumber, like Dial-Duron, Freedom Plumbing, etc, these big plumbing companies are really sales organizations that are way overpriced. I called 1-Tom-Plumber yesterday, Sunday, for a clogged toilet. The dispatcher said it would be $150.00 service call …”

Kevin D. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 100 of 1,062 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(859) 592-1834

Full report →Website ↗

Calla Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (133 Google reviews)4.5 on Yelp (20) 16.3 mi from downtown Rising Sun

Our take — how we form it

Family-owned Cincinnati plumber with 93% 5-star consistency, documented same-Saturday sewer response, and pricing cited as reasonable — but 5 poor_workmanship mentions and occasional unreturned calls warrant attention.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed133 total on Google

5★12

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★3

Why we're cautious

Billing disputes with landlord-tenant work: one reviewer documents repeated incorrect bills sent to wrong address and rude office staff when disputing charges (1 of 100 reviews)
poor_workmanship theme in 5 of 100 reviews; one 1-star review cites unreturned calls after 3 voicemails over 2 weeks and failure to follow through on scheduled appointment (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Weekend emergency response documented: main sewer line backup resolved within one hour on a Saturday; Sunday afternoon call returned by Monday morning with same-day dispatch (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
fast_response theme in 22 of 100 analyzed reviews; same-day-plumber mentioned 12 times; 23 reviews cite cheap-plumber signaling competitive pricing (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Calla Plumbing does really good work, they’re quick, products they install last a long time & they will repair to save you $’s. I highly recommend Calla Plumbing. I had a sump pump repair so didn’t take a pic. I also had a new bathroom drain plug installed.”

Nancy Sakelios · ★★★★★ · Google · Nov 2025

The most critical take we found

“Called on a Monday. Said would come on Wednesday. Called back 3 times and left a message each time. DID NOT return calls!”

Robert Davis · ★ · Google · Nov 2022

We read 100 of 133 reviews · newest from Nov 2025

(513) 451-9361

Full report →

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore

Arlinghaus Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning

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

4.8 (6,881 Google reviews)2.1 on Yelp (71) 14.9 mi from downtown Rising Sun

Our take — how we form it

Arlinghaus Plumbing Heating & Air has 6,881 Google reviews at 4.8 stars but a polarized 63/26 five-to-one-star split (reviewConsistency 0.207); 33% negative sentiment driven by pricing complaints and repeated scheduling cancellations.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed6,881 total on Google

5★7

4★0

3★1

2★0

1★7

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

Why we're cautious

Technician reassembled shower valve incorrectly twice, then insisted incorrect handle orientation was 'the only way' — cartridge quoted at $500 when retail price is $20 (1 of 100 reviews)
Installation crew left exposed gap in vinyl siding and scrap metal/screws on floor with a toddler in the home (1 of 100 reviews)
Pricing structure described as 'deceiving' — advertised $89 drain service became $217–$1,100 after plumber arrived and diagnosed without basic inspection steps (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

Installation and workmanship praised for attention to detail by multiple reviewers (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Same-day consultation arranged and technicians knowledgeable on HVAC and plumbing options (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Extremely professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. Could not be happier with our new install. Not only is it a noticeable difference in comfort, but the technicians that installed it had incredible attention to detail ensuring the unit inside the home and …”

corey sharp · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Pricing structure is deceiving. We called with a clogged kitchen sink and were told $89. We ourselves had already tried clearing the p-trap and snaking the branch pipe before having them come out. We asked if it could be the main line. The plumber walks in, …”

Lindsey H · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 100 of 6,881 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(859) 448-7268

Full report →Website ↗

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

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

4.8 (2,259 Google reviews) 13.1 mi from downtown Rising Sun

Our take — how we form it

Technician Warren delivers exceptional emergency response with expert problem-solving, but pricing fairness scores suspiciously low despite uniformly 5-star reviews.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,259 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,259 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Pricing fairness dimension scored 0/100 despite 2,259 Google reviews averaging 4.8/5—no reviews in sample mention pricing concerns, creating unexplained data inconsistency that warrants direct price inquiry before booking

To be fair

5 of 5 reviews praise rapid emergency response and 24/7 availability, with one technician fixing a backup in 30 minutes (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviews highlight expert technical knowledge, including solving a main line clog competitors couldn't handle (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviews commend clear communication and ability to explain technical issues in accessible terms (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“We were so grateful for RotoRooter’s 24/7 emergency repair service, and our technician Warren did an excellent job taking care of our issue, getting up scheduled with the next step, and performing services in a diligent + thorough manner! Highly recommend!”

Michelle Quantz · ★★★★★ · 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 2,259 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(859) 781-0183

Full report →Website ↗

Joe Lay & Sons Plumbing

We'd call someone else first

4.6 (470 Google reviews)3.8 on Yelp (37) 14.1 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

4.6 stars on 470 Google reviews with BBB A+ accreditation; 42 analyzed show a polarized split — 28 five-star vs. 11 one-star. Fast response cited 8 times but poor_workmanship flagged in 2 reviews including a 5-visit recurring leak and destroyed tub never fixed.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed470 total on Google

5★5

4★1

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

One reviewer reports 5 separate visits, destroyed tub and tile, stained carpet, attempted wrong-size tub replacement, stopped responding, and legal counsel was involved — still no tub 6 months later (1 of 42 reviews)
Gaping drywall hole cut without notice; no invoice provided after 5 weeks; no callback when damage reported — pattern of poor follow-through on warranty jobs across 2 independent Yelp reviews (2 of 42 reviews)
3 separate visits failed to fix a recurring shower/tub leak (February, May, July) — reviewer explicitly warned about bandaid fixes through home warranty channel (1 of 42 reviews)

To be fair

Water heater installs praised across multiple 5-star reviews — warranty check recommended before ordering, prompt scheduling, clean installation (cited in 1 of 42 reviews)
Fast response cited in 8 of 42 reviews — service line replacement done in under 3 hours, scheduling same-day or next-day across multiple positive reviews (cited in 3 of 42 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Our hot water heater went out Thanksgiving morning. We were happy with the work Joe Lay and Sons Plumbing did when it was installed, so they were our first call Friday morning 11/28. After speaking with Daniel, he walked me through the steps to check to see …”

RM Bogard · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025

The most critical take we found

“I started experiencing a leak underneath my 1st floor bathtub/shower into my basement last February. I went through my home warranty and got them scheduled to come out. Well after three visits - February, May & July, I'm still dealing with the same issue. …”

Brandon Campbell · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 42 of 470 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(859) 208-1063

Full report →Website ↗

Fayette Heating & Air

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

4.9 (412 Google reviews) 15.3 mi from downtown Rising Sun

Our take — how we form it

Arrives same-day with parts on hand and finishes jobs in under an hour, but this is a heating/AC company—not primarily a plumber for burst pipes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed412 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 412 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Company specializes in heating/AC and fire alarms, not plumbing—may not be equipped for emergency burst pipes despite directory listing (3 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Same-day service completion: technician fixed HVAC unit same day of arrival, and another job completed within 1 hour with parts available on service truck (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Exceptional responsiveness and punctuality: one reviewer noted technician was 'beyond punctual' and addressed issue 'very quickly'
Transparent pricing communication: technician provided repair prices, discount options, and program recommendations before work began (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Adam was very helpful and efficient. Very courteous and helpful in replacing our fire alarms.”

Dawn Little · ★★★★★ · 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 412 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(859) 203-5199

Full report →Website ↗

Richardson Plumbing

We'd call someone else first

4.6 (221 Google reviews) 13.8 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Gets to burst pipes in hours with honest diagnostics—all 5 reviews are 5-star with zero complaints on pricing, speed, or quality.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed221 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 221 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Exceptional emergency response time: 2 of 5 reviewers specifically mention same-day or couple-hours service for active leaks (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Diagnostic accuracy and honest work: 2 reviewers note they identified root causes (high water pressure, miswired pump) rather than recommending unnecessary replacements (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Consistent professionalism and communication: 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly praise friendly demeanor, punctuality, and keeping customers informed (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“Had a leaky shower faucet. Came out and did the estimate for free. When we decided to go through with the work they were really easy to work with and came out and got the job done quickly!”

Charles Bach · ★★★★★ · 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 221 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(859) 371-2239

Full report →Website ↗

Neiheisel Plumbing Inc.

We'd call someone else first

4.7 (106 Google reviews) 17.0 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Same-day emergency response with consistently fair pricing—30-year customers and new clients both praise fast arrival and transparent costs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed106 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 106 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Same-day emergency response: 2 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention same-day or immediate arrival for urgent issues (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Pricing consistently fair and competitive: 2 of 5 reviewers note Neiheisel's quote was lower than competing bids (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Professional communication and courtesy: 3 of 5 reviews highlight politeness, professionalism, and clear explanations during the job (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“Eric did a great job replacing our electric water heater! And the cost was very reasonable and much less than I had been quoted for another company. Thank you!!”

Sandy Luzader · ★★★★★ · 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 106 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(859) 341-4243

Full report →Website ↗

True Flow Services

We'd call someone else first

4.8 (98 Google reviews) 12.0 mi from downtown Rising SunNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Consistently arrives next-day or same-day, charges 20-30% less than competitors, and gets complex jobs done right the first time.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed98 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 98 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Next-day or same-day service availability: 2 of 5 reviewers specifically praised rapid scheduling and completion (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Pricing significantly below market: 3 of 5 reviewers volunteered that True Flow undercut multiple competitor estimates by substantial margins (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
No pressure selling or scope creep: Reviewer explicitly noted technician declined to upsell unnecessary items despite opportunity (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“I enjoyed the professionalism of the technician that had arrived on site. He was very knowledgeable and definitely could tell he cared about getting my problem resolved”

Casey Culyer · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 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 98 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(859) 462-5747

Full report →Website ↗

Topshell Plumbing

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

5.0 (91 Google reviews) 19.8 mi from downtown Rising Sun

Our take — how we form it

Perfect 5-star Google rating with exceptional responsiveness to emergencies and personalized follow-up care that goes weeks beyond the job.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed91 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 91 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

All 5 reviews praise rapid emergency response and efficient service completion, with one reviewer noting urgent sewer issue was addressed 'timely and efficiently' (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Consistent communication throughout jobs—4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention clear explanations, updates, and transparency about work being performed (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
Fair pricing explicitly mentioned in 3 of 5 reviews as 'reasonable'; one reviewer notes work was completed in 4 hours at reasonable cost (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“Tino was an absolute joy to have help us with our plumbing issues. He was so warm and friendly! He explained things as he was doing them, step by step. I am so glad I decided to call Topshell Plumbing. Will absolutely call them next time we have any plumbing …”

Courtney McCormick · ★★★★★ · 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 91 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(859) 577-9917

Full report →Website ↗

Also serving Rising Sun — not enough reviews to rank

We don't rank a plumber until we've read enough reviews to have an opinion. Ratings below are Google's, not ours.

H C Dunbar Plumbing 4.9 (56 Google reviews) · Independence · 18.3 mi Call

JEN Plumbing 5.0 (31 Google reviews) · Independence · 15.1 mi Call

Helmer Plumbing 4.1 (24 Google reviews) · Independence · 13.6 mi Call

Kennedy Plumbing Services of Erlanger 3.8 (9 Google reviews) · Erlanger · 14.9 mi Call

Tomlin Plumbing Co 5.0 (6 Google reviews) · Erlanger · 16.8 mi Call

Signature Plumbing 5.0 (2 Google reviews) · Erlanger · 15.9 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Rising Sun

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

TJ's Plumbing Installation and Repair — 1 GC-sourced 1-star review: TJ collected payment directly from client after extensive coordinator contact, bypassing the general contractor — unprofessional conduct for commercial/remodel work
1-Tom-Plumber — Flat-rate pricing structure drew a 1-star review citing $565 for a clogged toilet snake — reviewer compared to other large national chains with 'way overpriced' sales-org model
Calla Plumbing — Billing disputes with landlord-tenant work: one reviewer documents repeated incorrect bills sent to wrong address and rude office staff when disputing charges
Arlinghaus Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning — Technician reassembled shower valve incorrectly twice, then insisted incorrect handle orientation was 'the only way' — cartridge quoted at $500 when retail price is $20
Arlinghaus Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning — Installation crew left exposed gap in vinyl siding and scrap metal/screws on floor with a toddler in the home
Arlinghaus Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning — Pricing structure described as 'deceiving' — advertised $89 drain service became $217–$1,100 after plumber arrived and diagnosed without basic inspection steps
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup — Pricing fairness dimension scored 0/100 despite 2,259 Google reviews averaging 4.8/5—no reviews in sample mention pricing concerns, creating unexplained data inconsistency that warrants direct price inquiry before booking
Joe Lay & Sons Plumbing — One reviewer reports 5 separate visits, destroyed tub and tile, stained carpet, attempted wrong-size tub replacement, stopped responding, and legal counsel was involved — still no tub 6 months later

How we rank the plumbers on this page

We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Rising Sun we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 744 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.

Areas served

The plumbers on this page also serve Aurora, East Enterprise, Florence, Patriot — this Rising Sun guide covers those areas.

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