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The 15 plumbers serving Boring, ranked.

We track 25 plumbing companies working within 20 miles of Boring and have read 914 of their reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB — including every one-star review we could find. After-hours options are thin in Boring: just 12 of 25 list 24-hour service, so read those cards first if water is already moving. Rankings are not for sale.

Boring's problem isn't finding a plumber; it's telling them apart — the median rating here is 4.9, and when everyone has five stars, the stars stop helping. 13 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 14 of the 25 have a repeated complaint pattern in their reviews — quotes that grew mid-job, unreturned callbacks — flagged and quoted on their cards below. One number worth knowing: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup alone carries 4,085 Google reviews — the deepest review base in this radius. Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and burst pipes.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown BoringHow 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: 810 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

Afternoon Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
5.0 (14 Google reviews) 8.5 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

Small shop (14 Google reviews), all 23 analyzed 5-star. Christopher does same-day/same-evening water-heater repairs at fair prices when bigger companies couldn't schedule for a week.

Rating mix — of the 14 reviews we analyzed
5★14
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day, even same-evening, response when larger companies booked out a week (fast_response=3) (cited in 2 of 24 reviews)
  • Fair pricing with free estimates and payment plans (fair_pricing=2, 6 plumber-cost mentions) (cited in 2 of 24 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Only 14 Google reviews total, so the track record is thin compared to larger competitors
What reviewers praise
“Very knowledgeable and professional. Friendly and efficient. My family has worked with them for years. Always great.”
Andrew Danner · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
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We read 24 of 14 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

(443) 789-2897
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2

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (4,085 Google reviews) 19.7 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

Big-volume Roto-Rooter (4,085 reviews) shines on after-hours emergencies — Thanksgiving and Sunday calls resolved in under an hour — but pricing draws fire.

Rating mix — of the 14 reviews we analyzed4,085 total on Google
5★12
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★2

Why we're cautious

  • Reviewer quoted ~$1,000 to unclog a kitchen sink after minimal assessment, with pricing justified only as 'standard' (1 of 81 reviews)
  • Pricing is the recurring gripe — one reviewer quoted roughly $1,000 to unclog a kitchen sink, another called the price 'a bit high' (2 of 81 reviews)

To be fair

  • True 24/7 emergency muscle — sewer backup at 10pm Thanksgiving and a Saturday water-heater swap both resolved within an hour of the call (cited in 2 of 81 reviews)
  • Sunday main-line clog handled with no extra emergency fee charged (cited in 1 of 81 reviews)
  • Technicians repeatedly praised for explaining the job clearly and cleaning up (themeCounts.professional=41) (cited in 2 of 81 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Zauza Dochung was the technician that came out and fixed the reported link. He showed up with a smile and a good since of humor. He assessed the issue and was able to fix it without an issue. He was very patient and able to walk me through the issue and the …”
Sonia McCleary · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“called for a technician to come over to fix a clogged kitchen sink (asian guy). He asked 3-4 questions max (if its clogged from upstairs level or around the house or only the sink), asked how old the house was, and say maybe they would need a long snake to …”
Skape Arts · ★ · Google · Apr 2026

We read 81 of 4,085 reviews · newest from Jan 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(410) 864-3030
Full report →Website ↗
3

Saffer Total Home Plumbing, Heating & Electrical

Top pick
4.8 (1,802 Google reviews) 18.9 mi from downtown BoringNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

81 of 85 sampled reviews are 5-star with 96.5% positive sentiment, and reviewers cite techs Gary, Scott, Caleb showing up when a competitor no-showed.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,802 total on Google
5★12
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★2

Why we're cautious

  • One reported failed installation that took a year to resolve - customer hired an independent plumber who fixed it in 2 hours. (1 of 85 reviews)
  • Gas-line markup flagged - $490 for a 20-minute gas-line disconnect/reconnect on a range install, customer cites $300 as typical going rate. (1 of 85 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day rescue when competitors no-show - one customer got gas-line repair after Michael & Son no-called on a week-old appointment. (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)
  • Workmanship on vintage homes called out specifically - galvanized pipe replacement on a 1939 house with cast-iron tub preserved. (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)
  • Pre-arrival call-aheads and floor protection - blue mat at the door, 15-minute heads-up calls on multiple jobs. (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Saffer was wonderful to work with. They kept me informed throughout the entire process and explained everything to me. The team was wonderful. Will definitely use them again.”
Susan Miller · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Don't waste your time and money with them. Bad experience, failed installation, suffered one year until I found another independent plumber who fixed their failed installation in 2 hours. Will never deal with Saffer Plumbing again. To your comment below: I …”
liang huang · ★ · Google · Oct 2025

We read 85 of 1,802 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(410) 384-6456
Full report →Website ↗
4

Brian B. Quick Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,094 Google reviews) 4.7 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 1,094 reviews — weekend emergency leak dispatch confirmed when others couldn't make it; water heater replacement included full warranty walkthrough with zero surprises; 3 toilets replaced in one visit with zero cleanup left behind.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,094 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,094 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Weekend emergency dispatch confirmed — showed up for a leak when other companies couldn't make it; job done quickly by tech Dion (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Full pre-work explanation and warranty walkthrough on water heater replacement — tech detailed scope, process, and warranty terms before touching anything (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“We had a great experience! The service was quick when we had an emergency leak, even when other companies couldn't make it out on the weekend. Our tech Dion was very knowledgeable and helpful. He got the job done quickly and was very professional.”
Ray Boarman · ★★★★★ · 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 1,094 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(443) 332-5436
Full report →Website ↗
5

Metcalf Plumbing Service, LLC

Top pick
4.9 (772 Google reviews) 18.5 mi from downtown BoringNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Local, responsive plumber who gets it right the first time—no upselling, same-day service, and techs who actually explain the work.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed772 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 772 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • 5 of 5 reviews praise professionalism, expertise, and efficiency—techs know their stuff and work quickly without cutting corners. (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviews mention same-day or rapid response, with at least one explicitly noting same-day service during the initial contact. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing: reviewer explicitly states tech 'worked to fix the issue and not unnecessary repairs,' contrasting favorably with competitors. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“This was an excellent experience from the first phone call to wrapping up my hot water heater install. My plumbers were experts and friendly. They worked efficiently and explained everything. I felt the exact vibe any homeowner would want to feel having this …”
Ben Maguire Music · ★★★★★ · Google · May 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 772 reviews · newest from May 2026

(410) 242-3111
Full report →Website ↗
6

Warrior Plumbing & Heating

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (426 Google reviews)4.0 on Yelp (26) 16.7 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

Owner Brent answers calls at 11pm and diagnoses emergencies over the phone, but charges $250 diagnostic fees and has priced some jobs 40-80% higher than competitors.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed426 total on Google
5★8
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★6

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

Why we're cautious

  • Use of third-party contractors without price transparency: One reviewer was quoted a price based on Warrior's contractor, but Warrior then subcontracted the work, could not meet the original price/timeline, and refused to discount for inconvenience or reschedules. (1 of 120 reviews)
  • Cleanliness/mess issues on 2 separate occasions: Two reviews (from 2024 and 2021) mention leaving messes—clogged sink work resulted in bathtub mess; unclear if operator error or systemic. (2 of 120 reviews)
  • High diagnostic fee ($250) that may deter initial contact: One reviewer explicitly criticized the $250 site visit charge as a barrier to getting quotes, and chose a competitor partly for this reason.

To be fair

  • Exceptional after-hours responsiveness: Owner Brent personally takes emergency calls late at night and troubleshoots problems by phone to avoid unnecessary visits. (cited in 2 of 120 reviews)
  • Fast scheduling and same-day/next-day service: Multiple reviewers report being fit in quickly, with service completed same day or within 24 hours. (cited in 5 of 120 reviews)
  • Strong specialty in complex/niche systems: 5 reviewers praise expertise with steam heat, boiler systems, frozen pipes, and difficult diagnostics that other plumbers couldn't handle. (cited in 4 of 120 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Excellent customer service. Gave me tips on how to handle things before I might need to use them. Also, gave an estimate over the phone without having to come into the house. I didn’t have work done this time, but they did excellent work in the past:”
dawn garner · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“TWO WARNINGS: WARRIOR MAY NOT SCHEDULE YOU UNTIL YOU PAY A DEPOSIT! They told me they would be arriving on Monday between 9:30 - 10:30 am, but then cancelled on Saturday because I did not pay their deposit quickly enough. WARRIOR MAY SEND 3RD PARTY …”
Vijay I. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 120 of 426 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(443) 967-3736
Full report →Website ↗
7

Heil Plumbing & HVAC

Top pick
4.9 (380 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (1) 11.1 mi from downtown BoringNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

91 of 95 analyzed reviews are 5-star and themeCounts.fast_response=19, with techs Chad and Eddie repeatedly named for thorough water-heater and water-line work.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed380 total on Google
5★13
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★1

What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast dispatch named in 19 of 95 reviews — one customer reports a tech on site about an hour after the initial call (cited in 3 of 95 reviews)
  • Specific techs (Chad K., Eddie, Robert) named by reviewers for walking through the diagnosis before quoting (cited in 4 of 95 reviews)
  • Water-heater specialty: 11 mentions in serviceMentions, with installations explained step-by-step before work begins (cited in 2 of 95 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One 3-star reviewer says Heil emailed a quote with no figures and came in a few thousand dollars higher than the competitor on the same water heater (1 of 95 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“I have used Heil Plumbing for many years and they always do good work at a fair price. My technician, Chad K., was professional, very thorough and explained everything to me. Highly recommend.”
Sally DS · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“I understand that your company is very reputable. I used it before and was very satisfied then. This time, I scheduled a preventive maintenance check on my sump pump, sewage pump and water heater. Unfortunately, the guy came and didn't want to do any work. He …”
May Tsay · ★★ · Google · Oct 2025

We read 95 of 380 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(443) 714-6975
Full report →Website ↗
8

Abbott Brothers Plumbing & Heating of Maryland

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (374 Google reviews)2.0 on Yelp (11) 17.4 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

89 of 100 sampled reviews are 5-star with 90% positive sentiment, owner Mike answers the phone directly, and water-heater/main-line work draws the strongest praise.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed374 total on Google
5★10
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★5

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

What reviewers keep saying

  • Owner Mike answers the phone after-hours - one customer sent photos of a leaking water heater on a holiday weekend and had Tim onsite by 8 am next morning. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Repeat customer relationships on major jobs - one reviewer used them for main-line replacement (100+ year-old pipes) and preventative water heater swap (themeCounts.fast_response=20). (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Same-day gas-line and cooktop install completed with <24 hr notice on appliance delivery. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Sink-valve repair didn't actually fix the leak, then a follow-up appointment ran 2 hours past window before the customer called. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • One report of toilet/shower-drain rework requiring concrete to be reopened. (1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Very happy with the services provided provided by Abbott Brothers. I called on a Monday for a failed and leaking water heater, and they showed up promptly Tuesday morning as promised , and the fee was reasonable and exactly what they quoted me over the phone.”
Walter Starr · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“This review isn't for Abbott Brothers' plumbing services, because I wasn't able to actually get a plumber to my house. I made an online appointment for Friday and immediately got a confirmation that someone would come look at a possible sewer gas leak from …”
Joel P. · ★ · Yelp · Nov 2021

We read 100 of 374 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(410) 256-2027
Full report →Website ↗
9

Hardy Plumbing | Emergency Plumber, Drain Cleaning, Pipe Repair, Tankless Water Heater Repair and Replacement in Towson MD

Top pick
5.0 (193 Google reviews) 16.8 mi from downtown BoringNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

92 of 94 sampled reviews are 5-star with 100% positive sentiment, tech Wayne is named on repeat older-home jobs, and emergency/same-day pricing draws 13 fair-price call-outs.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed193 total on Google
5★15
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

What reviewers keep saying

  • Middle-of-the-night emergency dispatch - shower-handle stuck open, plumber arrived within a same-day 1-4 pm window on a Friday call. (cited in 2 of 94 reviews)
  • Wayne handles older-home work specifically (rusty pipes, tile cuts for new shower head, gas-line concerns) - cited as a teaching tech who double-checks work. (cited in 3 of 94 reviews)
  • Pricing described as fair after two other companies were called first (themeCounts.fair_pricing=5). (cited in 2 of 94 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“I had 2 other companies out before calling Hardy. The customer service, from taking my appointment, all the way to fixing the issue, was seamless - the price was also very fair. I’ll definitely use them for any plumbing future issue.”
Haleh Azimi · ★★★★★ · 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 94 of 193 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(443) 247-0101
Full report →Website ↗
10

PUZO Plumbing & Drain LLC

Top pick
5.0 (86 Google reviews) 18.3 mi from downtown BoringNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Charges significantly less than competitors, responds within hours even for evening emergencies, and handles multiple issues in one visit without nickel-and-diming.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed86 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 86 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviews praise pricing fairness; one reviewer cited $2,000+ quotes from competitors before Puzo charged 'an absolute fraction of that' for the same sewage ejection repair (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: fixed leaking issues 'in the evening without hesitation,' arrived promptly for backed-up sink, and completed water heater work 'within an hour' (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Proactive problem-solving: offers remote estimates via text photos to avoid mandatory service charges, notices and fixes additional issues (outdated faucet, garage disposal) without upselling (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Me and the wife were pleased with the work and the professionalism we were given! Hope to have Puzo plumbing come back for future plumbing issues.”
claudie West · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 86 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(443) 469-1802
Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
11

Catons Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (1,716 Google reviews) 17.6 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

75 of 89 analyzed reviews are 5-star but 10 are 1-star and themeCounts.surprise_fees=2; multiple detailed complaints describe invoiced services that were never performed.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,716 total on Google
5★6
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★8

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

Why we're cautious

  • Two detailed 1-star reviews describe being billed for work that was not performed — one for a camera scope listed on the signed invoice, one for a toilet removal/replace the customer had to hire someone else to do (2 of 89 reviews)
  • One reviewer alleges a working main-supply valve broke 'suddenly' during a small pipe replacement, turning the job from a few hundred dollars into $1,200+ (1 of 89 reviews)
  • Upsell-to-replacement pattern: one 3-star reviewer says Caton's quoted $13,000 to replace the sewage system before a camera scope located a trap as the real problem (1 of 89 reviews)

To be fair

  • Late-night and weekend dispatch confirmed — one customer got an 8 PM Super Bowl Sunday estimate and a Sunday-night 2-hour callout from another (cited in 3 of 89 reviews)
  • Technician Henry named in multiple reviews for fixing problems other plumbers couldn't diagnose (cited in 3 of 89 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Highly recommended. When another plumbing company cancelled on me last minute, Caton’s was able to send someone same day. They arrived on time after calling to confirm they were on the way. Henry and his associate were very friendly, respectful and explained …”
Courtney Moore · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“If I could give them zero stars I would. The plumber that repaired my leak flooded my lower level of my townhouse. Now it has mold and they refusing to fix it.”
Katlin C · ★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 89 of 1,716 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(410) 391-8628
Full report →Website ↗
12

Honest Abe Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

Caveats apply
4.8 (1,111 Google reviews) 6.9 mi from downtown BoringNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

4.8★ / 1,111 reviews; 5 analyzed show 4 five-stars vs 1 one-star; expensive flagged in 2 reviews; 1-star alleges hidden attic damage during HVAC diagnostic without disclosure.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,111 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,111 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • 1-star review alleges HVAC diagnostic crew damaged attic insulation and wood frame and left without disclosing it — discovered only via pre-job contractor photos (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing above-market acknowledged in 2 of 5 reviews: 'not the cheapest you can find if you want to hunt for someone' — expensive theme in 2 of 5 themeCounts (2 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Membership plan explicitly credited for paying for itself on large repairs — one reviewer signed up for a discount and reports multiple HVAC and plumbing visits covered (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 10-year repeat customer reports consistent service across plumbing and HVAC including snow-storm response (rev PSHyxFBe5d0aXLk9IQI1); Tayla, Michael, Maykol each praised for educating customers (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Michael and Alonso did a dryer vent cleaning for me today. This is after Brandon did the initial inspection a few days ago. I signed up for the membership plan last summer to get a discount on a big repair I needed and it's more than paid for itself. …”
Jason Harab · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Dis-HONEST ABE **Beware of HONEST ABE - HVAC Division!** I had an extremely frustrating and disappointing experience with HONEST ABE Plumbing, Heating & Cooling - HVAC Division, and I feel compelled to share my story to warn others. In early 2024, I hired a …”
V · ★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 5 of 1,111 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(410) 358-5041
Full report →Website ↗
13

Catons Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (586 Google reviews) 18.2 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response with skilled technicians, but quality control and pricing consistency are unpredictable—one catastrophic 8-week job derailed by scope creep.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed586 total on Google
5★3
4★1
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 586 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Took on job outside capability scope: acknowledged inability to handle bathroom installation properly, only addressed after negative reviews were posted (1 of 5 reviews)
  • 1 of 5 reviews reports catastrophic project failure (2-day job expanding to 8 weeks with multiple quality issues), suggesting inconsistent vetting of job scope (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Major quality control failure on larger projects: 8-week bathroom renovation involved incomplete rework, low water pressure, wall damage, uneven flooring, and poor caulking requiring customer to redo work (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Quick emergency response: multiple reviewers report same-day or next-day arrival for urgent plumbing needs (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Weekend and flexible scheduling availability noted by repeat customer (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 3 of 5 reviews praise individual technicians (Demetric, Jason, Henry) for efficiency, professionalism, and attention to detail (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Great service from Demetric Seymore. He was pleasant to deal with, demonstrated ingenuity, and showed great attention to detail.”
Sally J · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“Stay away from this company. It was a disaster. A 2 day job turned into a 8 week job. They took on a job they had no business taking on. We hired them to install a tub and shower walls. They had to rip it out and start over. And only did so when I put up …”
Brandon Ayres · ★ · Google · Oct 2025

We read 5 of 586 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(410) 747-1017
Full report →Website ↗
14

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Baltimore

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (330 Google reviews)1.0 on Yelp (4) 15.8 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

Excellent plumbing work and emergency response, but Yelp complaints about HVAC upselling and a documented billing dispute suggest inconsistent service quality across service types.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed330 total on Google
5★11
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★4

Why we're cautious

  • HVAC service failures and aggressive upselling: 2 separate Yelp reviews document oversized HVAC system installation with wrong specifications, 2+ years of failed service calls, and alleged upselling tactics; customer pursued $10K replacement and legal action (2 of 92 reviews)
  • Upselling accusations on HVAC: Second Yelp review alleges pushy technician attempted to scare customer into unnecessary unit replacement and monitoring devices for a minor drainage/refrigerant issue (1 of 92 reviews)
  • Documentation delays: One review reports waiting several months for a receipt after plumbing work, creating insurance claim complications (1 of 92 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day and weekend emergency response: 6 reviews explicitly mention rapid scheduling or weekend/after-hours availability for burst pipes and major leaks (cited in 6 of 92 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing and options: 9 reviews highlight multiple price-point options, upfront quotes, and no pressure to upsell (cited in 9 of 92 reviews)
  • Expert diagnosis and thoroughness: 5 reviews praise detailed troubleshooting, identification of root causes, and preventive suggestions (cited in 4 of 92 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Ira did a fantastic job closing off the pipes and drain for an old sink that was removed. He explains everything and gives you different options.”
Jonas H · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“Failed in EVERY ASPECT! Installed an HVAC system while I was at work-- TOO LARGE for my ductwork. The system short cycled for 2LONG years ( where my car was warmer than my home) Sure , they would show up w/in 24 hrs -- performing scam measurements that NEVER …”
David M. · ★ · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 92 of 330 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(301) 691-3889
Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
15

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (976 Google reviews) 17.9 mi from downtown Boring
Our take — how we form it

Excellent emergency response and workmanship, but pricing can shock you—one customer paid $450 for a simple toilet auger job and felt nickeled-and-dimed on coupons.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed976 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 976 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Upsells proprietary products at premium prices during service visits. One customer was charged $100 for 'Pipe Shield' drain treatment during a routine visit without initial discussion of cost. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing can be steep for straightforward jobs. One customer was charged $450 for auger work on a clogged toilet and deemed it excessive. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Staff showed reluctance to honor valid manufacturer coupons, with a technician implying he was doing the customer a favor by accepting a $50 discount that hadn't expired. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Responds quickly to after-hours emergencies, including holiday weekends. Three reviewers explicitly praised fast arrival and same-day scheduling. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians demonstrate strong technical skill and professionalism. Four of five reviews highlight thorough, competent work and courteous behavior. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Communicates clearly during service, explaining work and next steps so customers understand what they're paying for. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“We got absolutely superb service from Roto-Rooter. We had a sewer backup in our basement and also a clogged toilet. Jarrett Mc million inspected for water damage from our sewer backup And happily it was on a concrete floor so there was none. We were very …”
Marilyn Schiff · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“Plumber was nice but $450 to use an auger a couple times to unclog a toilet is excessive. He also almost refused to take a $50 coupon from the roto rooter site. He basically implied he’d take it not because it was valid and didn’t expire until April but …”
Quilla · ★★ · Google · Feb 2026

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What reviewers complain about in Boring

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

  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup — Reviewer quoted ~$1,000 to unclog a kitchen sink after minimal assessment, with pricing justified only as 'standard'
  • Saffer Total Home Plumbing, Heating & Electrical — One reported failed installation that took a year to resolve - customer hired an independent plumber who fixed it in 2 hours.
  • Warrior Plumbing & Heating — Use of third-party contractors without price transparency: One reviewer was quoted a price based on Warrior's contractor, but Warrior then subcontracted the work, could not meet the original price/timeline, and refused to discount for inconvenience or reschedules.
  • Warrior Plumbing & Heating — Cleanliness/mess issues on 2 separate occasions: Two reviews (from 2024 and 2021) mention leaving messes—clogged sink work resulted in bathtub mess; unclear if operator error or systemic.
  • Catons Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup — Two detailed 1-star reviews describe being billed for work that was not performed — one for a camera scope listed on the signed invoice, one for a toilet removal/replace the customer had to hire someone else to do
  • Catons Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup — One reviewer alleges a working main-supply valve broke 'suddenly' during a small pipe replacement, turning the job from a few hundred dollars into $1,200+
  • Honest Abe Heating, Cooling & Plumbing — 1-star review alleges HVAC diagnostic crew damaged attic insulation and wood frame and left without disclosing it — discovered only via pre-job contractor photos
  • Catons Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup — Took on job outside capability scope: acknowledged inability to handle bathroom installation properly, only addressed after negative reviews were posted

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Boring we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 810 reviews across 15 businesses.
  2. Patterns beat anecdotes. A plumber moves up when independent reviewers keep describing the same behavior: showing up when promised, quoting before working, work that holds. One rave changes nothing.
  3. Complaints count double when they repeat.Surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — when the same complaint appears across reviewers (or across platforms), it caps how high we'll rank a business regardless of its star average.
  4. Money never moves the ranking.A plumber can buy the clearly-labeled sponsored slot at the top of the page — visibility, not endorsement. A business we wouldn't recommend can't buy the slot at all, and no payment changes the ranked order.
  5. Our take is our opinion.It's grounded in the reviews we quote and count on this page — check our evidence and disagree with us if you like. That's the point of showing it.
Every quotation on this page is reproduced verbatimfrom a publicly posted review and attributed to its author, star rating, platform and date. Star averages and review counts are Google's (or Yelp's) as of our last data pull. “Rating mix” charts describe only the set of reviews we analyzed, which we state on every card. Read the full policy — including what we do not do — on our methodology page.

Areas served

The plumbers on this page also serve Finksburg, Hampstead, Manchester, Westminster — this Boring guide covers those areas.

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