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The 15 24/7 plumbers serving District Heights

These 15 plumbers list 24/7 hours on their Google profiles — a claim they publish, not something we tested. We read 881 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 District HeightsHow 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: 881 reviews across 15 businesses.

What moves a plumber up: repeated, independent evidence of showing up when promised, fair and upfront pricing, and work that holds. One glowing review counts for little; twenty that agree count for a lot.

What moves a plumber down: repeated complaint patterns — surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — especially when they show up on more than one platform.

What never moves the ranking: money. One clearly labeled sponsored slot may appear above this list; it never changes the order below it.

Our take on each plumber is our opinion, grounded in the reviews we quote on this page. Full methodology ↓

Before you call anyone: shut off your main water valve. Then start at the top — every card is one tap to call. Not urgent? See all ranked plumbers in District Heights

Our top picks

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

All Clear Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (560 Google reviews) 17.1 mi from downtown District Heights

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

97 of 100 analyzed reviews 5-star; water-heater replacement is the standout specialty (35 mentions). 23 fast-response mentions, often next-day installs after a no-hot-water call.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed560 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Next-day water-heater replacement is the core strength (35 water-heater mentions) (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Quick to respond on no-hot-water calls (fast_response=23, 13 same-day mentions) (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Clean, on-time installs with excess material removed (workmanship=12) (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 2 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star, dropping consistency to 0.91 against the 4.9 average
What reviewers praise
Brandon was very knowledgeable and completed to job with ease.
Kim H · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
Had All Clear out Monday afternoon to snake out a toilet. I had used them before and thought I could trust them. They charged me almost $800. After the fact, I checked with other plumbers and discovered normally the charge would be between $300-400. I called …
Donald White · · Google · Oct 2025

We read 100 of 560 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

2

Thomas E Clark Inc

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (306 Google reviews) 13.8 mi from downtown District Heights

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

fast_response cited in 18 of 89 reviews and same-day fixes are common, but 4 reviews flag pricing as expensive.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed306 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • One reviewer flagged a $320 drain-clog quote they felt was inflated for a simple fix (1 of 89 reviews)
  • Pricing repeatedly called expensive even when quality is praised (expensive theme in 4 reviews) (2 of 89 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day and near-immediate response noted repeatedly (fast_response in 18 of 89 reviews) (cited in 3 of 89 reviews)
  • Strong workmanship on older DC-area homes and water-line/lead-pipe replacement (cited in 2 of 89 reviews)
  • Clear, transparent communication that avoids unnecessary parts and repairs (cited in 2 of 89 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Had a plumbing issue come up @ 6:30 pm and put in a semi-emergency call. Had D from Thomas Clark at the house in 2 hours and the problem was efficiently solved. Will definitely use them again! It was expensive but excellent quality and almost IMMEDIATE …
Steve Z · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
I was away on a work trip Mon - Fri morning. Upon my return, I found whoever serviced my apartment used my bathroom (without asking my room mate who was home at the time), peed in my toilet, did not flush and left the seat up. Given that the service was done …
Kim · · Google · Apr 2024

We read 89 of 306 reviews · newest from Dec 2025 · BBB A+ accredited

3

Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.6 (8,349 Google reviews) 13.2 mi from downtown District Heights

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

professional cited in 44 of 85 reviews and they did a free re-do on a backed-up toilet, though pricing is occasionally flagged as expensive.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed8,349 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Stands behind work — came back free to redo a clogged toilet that backed up again (workmanship in 12 of 85 reviews) (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)
  • Same-day and snow-day emergency water-heater replacements with first-responder discounts (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)
  • Skilled techs who explain technical issues clearly and find money-saving alternate routes (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing occasionally noted as expensive (expensive theme in 3 reviews) even on praised jobs (1 of 85 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Kemar Lewis, the dispatcher technician, led with professionalism. He explained the solution in detail and he even saved me some money and time by finding an alternate route to access the plumbing pipes without having to tear apart my bathroom tile. His …
M Cole · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Very unreliable. They rarely keep to the 4-hour service window. Subscribers are not a priority. I made the service appointment a month before the scheduled date and they still failed to show up. Decided to cancel the service agreement and be done with them.
O. W. A. · · Google · Mar 2026

We read 85 of 8,349 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

4

Michael & Son Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (15,776 Google reviews) 15.6 mi from downtown District Heights

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

4.7 Google stars across 15,776 reviews; 5 analyzed all 5-star — large multi-trade operation (plumbing, HVAC, electrical) with same-day scheduling confirmed in 2 of 5 reviews and upfront pricing cited explicitly.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed15,776 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 15,776 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Upfront pricing disclosed before work begins — confirmed in 1 review; same-day diagnosis and repair in 2 of 5 sampled reviews. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians complete diagnosis fast and explain findings clearly — themeCounts: professional=4, communication=1, workmanship=1. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Only 5 reviews analyzed out of 15,776 — signals extremely thin relative to review volume; negative reviews not represented in this sample. (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Michael & Son did a great job today. The technician was efficient, quick, and extremely polite throughout the entire visit. Everything was handled professionally, and the service exceeded my expectations. Overall, a great experience—I wouldn’t hesitate to use …
Zbynek Krobot · ★★★★★ · 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 15,776 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

5

John C. Flood

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (5,322 Google reviews) 15.2 mi from downtown District Heights

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

John C. Flood (Annandale) holds 4.8★ across 5,322 reviews—5 of 5 analyzed at 5-star—with multiple named technicians praised for thorough multi-option quotes, same-day HVAC/plumbing dispatch, and master-plumber-level water heater installs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed5,322 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 5,322 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Technician Jacob matched all prior competitor water heater estimates then completed the full install in a few hours, described as 'true master plumber style' (themeCounts.workmanship=2) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Multi-option quotes standard practice—5 options presented for furnace replacement; technicians explain everything and answer questions without pressure (themeCounts.professional=4) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Sewer gas diagnostic resolved with correct root-cause analysis by named technician John S.; dispatch treated customer's concern as urgent with same-day scheduling (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
My furnace died suddenly and it is winter so I needed to get service quickly. John C Flood sent Nathan to check the system, only to find that it was truly dead. Being on old heating and cooling system, any possible repairs would only have extended its life …
Jim Turner · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 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 5,322 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

6

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,514 Google reviews) 17.9 mi from downtown District Heights

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

4.8-star rating across 1,514 reviews; all 5 sampled are 5-star; weekend water heater failure handled with free same-day estimate; burst pipe located and repaired by technician who spent extra time beyond normal hours on low water pressure fix.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,514 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,514 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Arrived within 2 hours of call for main-line sewer issue; billing walkthrough before completion with no surprises and work area left spotless — cited in 1 of 5 sampled reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Free weekend price estimate for water heater failure with multiple scenario pricing presented upfront before commitment — cited in 1 of 5 sampled reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technician worked beyond normal hours to resolve low water pressure issue — cited in 1 of 5 sampled reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Mr. Anthony from roto rooter was wonderful. Worked really hard beyond normal working hours and solved our low water pressure problem. Very pleased with his work.
M Mirza · ★★★★★ · 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 1,514 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

7

Mayco Andrade Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (501 Google reviews) 16.3 mi from downtown District Heights

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

4.9★ family business with 501 reviews and 100% positive sentiment in analyzed sample. Ariel and Jason are standout techs — water heater installs praised for layout quality and post-job walkthroughs; quick phone accessibility is a consistent differentiator.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed501 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 501 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Water heater install team (Jason + crew) arrived 9:30 AM, finished by 4 PM with clean layout, full warranty walkthrough, and no-charge return to extend drainage pipe (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Quickly accessible by phone with fast follow-up — water heater replaced same day at fair price; Ariel also praised for honest diagnosis and quick response (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Bathroom fixture replacement in two bathrooms at fair price — BBB A+ rating and family-run reputation cited as the specific reason the customer chose them (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I chose to work with Mayco Andrade company because they are running a family business so they would care more about the quality work and also for their positive reviews and A+ rating in Better Business Bureau. Jason helped me replace bathroom fixtures for two …
Hamed Haddadi · ★★★★★ · 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 501 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
8

Brian B. Quick Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,497 Google reviews) 11.9 mi from downtown District Heights

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

fast_response cited in 16 of 88 reviews with weekend dispatch in hours, but 2 one-star reviews report tile damage and an unresolved flood.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,497 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • A faucet replacement reportedly cracked bathtub tile and flooded the closet, kitchen, and basement with no callback (1 of 88 reviews)
  • Unresolved-complaint pattern: reviewer says management never followed up four weeks after a slow-response/pricing dispute (1 of 88 reviews)
  • Quality lapses reported — a faucet job cracked tile and flooded multiple rooms (1 of 88 reviews)

To be fair

  • Quick weekend/emergency dispatch — supply-line break had a plumber on-site within 3 hours (fast_response in 16 of 88 reviews) (cited in 2 of 88 reviews)
  • Above-and-beyond, honest techs who avoid unnecessary upsells (cited in 2 of 88 reviews)
  • Reasonable pricing called out on rapid same-day jobs (cited in 2 of 88 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Mike Smith diagnosed our issue quickly and promptly replaced a water valve, highly recommend!
Danielle Drory · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 2026
The most critical take we found
I have attached some photos of the damage Brian B Quick caused at my house, they were out to simply replace the faucet in the bathtub. They cracked the tile in the bathtub AND installed it incorrectly leading to it flooding the closet, kitchen, and basement. …
Alex Schwartz · · Google · Apr 2026

We read 88 of 1,497 reviews · newest from Apr 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

9

Cherry Blossom Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (494 Google reviews)3.4 on Yelp (16) 13.1 mi from downtown District Heights

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

Cherry Blossom Plumbing earns 4.9★ across 494 reviews; 47 of 55 analyzed are 5-star with fast_response=8, but 2 poor_workmanship flags and confirmed sewer repair defect discovered 4 days post-job warrant scrutiny.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed494 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Sewer line repair leaked 4 days post-job; crawlspace left with trash and pipe trimmings; insurance info not provided upfront — reviewer advises requiring proof of insurance before allowing work (cijUPhYEDQ47ZAEw0ijY). (1 of 55 reviews)
  • Water heater 'repair' at a hair salon for $1,400 failed within a week; tech missed agreed follow-up window without calling (cLP1M3gSKFavqzgf6ZHS). (1 of 55 reviews)
  • Upselling behavior flagged in 2 reviews — tech pushed expensive replacement over simple repair, required customer to decline 3 times (hroTFJFfd27yC6QiW5sK). (1 of 55 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response=8 across 55 analyzed; Saturday evening emergency covered same-night with tech running out for supplies to finish the job (ToDrh4pFgRZGa2OqP8pu). (cited in 3 of 55 reviews)
  • Broad service coverage confirmed: water heater, sump pump, pressure regulator, sewer, toilet, faucet — all in a single technician's visit documented in DOYbfSgzG3Rn4DWcX4ti. (cited in 3 of 55 reviews)
  • Workmanship=10 theme across 55 analyzed; annual maintenance check surfaced hidden major pipe corrosion, replaced all copper on all 4 floors within 2 days (rSU5JoSpePayDhEYv2zg). (cited in 2 of 55 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Awesome service. Sean was personable and a good conversationalist. After expressing concern for the price of removing clog and telling him the estimate I got from different company, he worked with me to get lower price by calling the office to find out how …
Valentine I. · ★★★★ · Yelp · Nov 2023
The most critical take we found
We used this company because our water heater wasn't working well and we only had cold water at our hair salon. The company came out, said they 'repaired' the unit and did a flush on both units, charged us $1400 and left. A week later the same issue happened, …
Frizzles O. · · Yelp · Dec 2022

We read 55 of 494 reviews · newest from Dec 2022 · BBB A+ accredited

10

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,258 Google reviews)1.5 on Yelp (13) 14.2 mi from downtown District Heights

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

4.8★ on 1,258 Google reviews (BBB A+ accredited) — but 15 of 59 analyzed are 1-star, concentrated on pricing: 7 reviews cite "expensive" and multiple reviewers report $500-$1,200 for simple clogs and 30-minute jobs.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,258 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • 1 Yelp review details high-pressure sales tactics on sewer repair — 2-3x higher than competing estimates, incorrect assessment of pipe location, and pressure to sign contract while homeowner was out of town. (1 of 59 reviews)
  • Multiple reviewers explicitly note no pre-work estimate provided — tech started work before quoting price, then charged $500 for a garbage disposal Allen-wrench fix. (2 of 59 reviews)
  • Pricing is a recurring complaint across 7 of 59 analyzed reviews — $500 to unclog a toilet, $800 to snake a drain, $438 for a 15-minute washer replacement, $1,200 to clear a clog. (4 of 59 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast same-day response confirmed in 11 of 59 analyzed reviews (themeCounts.fast_response=11) — including weekend service and within-2-hour arrival for non-emergency calls. (cited in 2 of 59 reviews)
  • Technician quality consistently praised even by dissatisfied pricing reviewers — "techs were awesome" and "technician was incredible" in 2 of the 1-star pricing complaints. (cited in 2 of 59 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Well that was easy! I called this morning and there was a serviceman at my door within two hours. And my problem-- an old hose stuck on the spigot (really stuck, all home remedies unsuccessful)-- was solved within just a few minutes. I knew it would be pricy, …
Elizabeth B. · ★★★★★ · Yelp · Oct 2025
The most critical take we found
Roto Robbers is more like it. They actually stink. They have a minimum labor cost of 380$. The part that needed repairing is sold for no more than $10. The technician refused to do the service necessary, will only up charge into replacing the whole unit …
Cynthia M. · · Yelp · Dec 2023

We read 59 of 1,258 reviews · newest from Dec 2023 · BBB A+ accredited

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Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (7,145 Google reviews) 15.4 mi from downtown District Heights

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

4.7★ across 7,145 reviews (85 analyzed); 79 five-star, 5 one-star. Massive review base with themeCounts: professional=39, fast_response=11. Water heater installs and valve work consistently praised; 1 incident of tech damaging a utility tub and suggesting insurance fraud as cover.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed7,145 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • 1 tech dented a new faucet and poked a hole in a utility tub during installation, then suggested customer tell Amazon it was damaged in shipping to cover the incident — management only asked for a review instead of calling back (Avp8q7ndn5scpkAIPNpx). (1 of 85 reviews)
  • Pricing noted as expensive vs. smaller local competitors in 2 of 85 reviews (y3yc3FpEq3qInBlF07La); themeCounts.expensive=2. (1 of 85 reviews)

To be fair

  • Sunday water heater replacement with multiple price-point options, no pressure, completed same day — cited by Amy Thomas (esqtG51ltMgVjmfEDjJ8). (cited in 1 of 85 reviews)
  • Multiple Christmas-week calls handled quickly including burst pipe, toilet failure, and kitchen ceiling leak — reviewer used them 3 times in 1 month (3L5r3FQMFeOxdmsBTmsJ). (cited in 1 of 85 reviews)
  • Tech James Milligan saved seller ~$10K by running an actual leak test rather than accepting two prior plumbers' guesses — cited by Stephen Pezzetti (x5feGoeOtQMzQi5HBDrQ). (cited in 1 of 85 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We had a great experience with Mustafa at Len the Plumber! Our water heater started leaking and Mustafa came out the next morning, on a Sunday. He was extremely professional, honest, and took the time to walk us through several replacement options at …
Amy Thomas · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
My plumber was friendly, competent, and did a good job, but the pricing was truly insane. When I talked to the office over the phone to schedule the service, telling them exactly what I'd need, they said it was a $49 fee to have someone come out and look. But …
Sam Rice · · Google · Apr 2026

We read 85 of 7,145 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (2,754 Google reviews)1.5 on Yelp (13) 12.5 mi from downtown District Heights

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

4.8★ across 2,754 reviews but themeCounts.expensive=6 and 14 one-star reviews in 91 analyzed; multiple Yelp 1-stars cite $380 minimum labor, $500 drain snake, and $438 for a 15-min washer swap.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed2,754 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • 5 of 12 evidence quotes mention price shock: $500 toilet unclog, $800 drain snake quote, $438 for 15-min repair, $380 minimum show-up fee — consistent across Yelp reviewers (5 of 91 reviews)
  • Tech showed up 30 min late past 2-hour window, provided no estimate before charging nearly $500 for disposal fix — called 'deceiving business practice' (1 of 91 reviews)
  • Pricing consistently flagged as high: $380 minimum labor, $500 for toilet unclog (10 min), $800 quote for drain snake, $438 for 15-min washer replacement — management confirmed 'more expensive than competitors' (5 of 91 reviews)

To be fair

  • Weekend/emergency coverage confirmed: Aung snaked 75ft of pipe at 9:30pm Sunday and cleaned up before leaving (cited in 1 of 91 reviews)
  • Fast dispatch with supervisor on-site within an hour for flooding emergency; plumber followed within same hour (cited in 1 of 91 reviews)
  • Technician Aung communicated issues, cost, and repairs on two visits; same-day temp fix then next-morning follow-up (cited in 1 of 91 reviews)
What reviewers praise
The plumber, Aung, came out for an emergency repair and was able to get a temporary fix completed while awaiting a needed part. He came back the following morning to complete the repair. He identified an issue with the outside pipe and quickly fixed that as …
Mwende Simms · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
My experience with Roto‑Rooter was extremely disappointing. I expected a professional, efficient service, but instead I encountered poor communication and a lack of follow‑through. Despite multiple assurances, no work was completed, and I was left with the …
Antwon Cooper · · Google · Jan 2026

We read 91 of 2,754 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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4.8 (300 Google reviews)4.3 on Yelp (100) 13.6 mi from downtown District Heights

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

fast_response cited in 26 of 100 reviews and strong on gas/water-heater work, but pricing add-ons drew a 500% markup complaint.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed300 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • Surprise-fee complaint: $450 fireplace service became $850 with a part marked up ~500%, tech over 1hr late with no call (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Receptionist reportedly refused an urgent estimate request and hung up (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Add-on pricing flagged as steep — a part marked up ~500% over retail and a $450 quote that became $850 (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast scheduling and prompt arrivals across faucet, gas, and fireplace jobs (fast_response in 26 of 100 reviews) (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Strong gas-line and water-heater work with experienced techs and permit handling (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Repeat-customer professionalism across multiple projects (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I recently decided to replace my leaky kitchen faucet. Whistler Plumbing was able to schedule my work before the new year, the plumber was on time, he was courteous and efficient, and the new faucet is great. Very happy to have this done so quickly! I've …
Karen W. · ★★★★★ · Yelp · Dec 2022
The most critical take we found
I called 4 days ago requesting an estimate for a water supply replacement. Today is the soonest available appt. Since then, I've had 3 other plumbing companies come to quote me since then so I honestly forgot about this appointment. The tech called me today …
Alexia Bonchu · · Google · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 300 reviews · newest from Dec 2022

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Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,478 Google reviews)1.0 on Yelp (5) 13.9 mi from downtown District Heights

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

4.9★ across 1,478 reviews; 96 analyzed with 90 at 5★ but 5 at 1★; professional=47, fast_response=9, expensive=1, unprofessional=1, slow_response=1 in themeCounts; strong majority performance undercut by billing overcharge and no-callback complaint on Yelp.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,478 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • $600 billing overcharge reported on Yelp (cWn17GTXHwkcRT1aBuVA) with delayed refund; same reviewer later treated rudely and never received callback for a water heater emergency. Pattern of post-dispute service degradation. (1 of 96 reviews)
  • Failed drain repair: problem returned within 30 minutes of 'fix'; second technician dispatched also could not resolve it (yelp review 95oNhlxlyqjwSNsNf18x). (1 of 96 reviews)
  • Drain problem declared 'fixed' by first tech but still present within 30 minutes; second tech sent also failed to resolve it — customer had to hire a third company. (1 of 96 reviews)

To be fair

  • Middle-of-night emergency response confirmed: 1 reviewer had a plumbing emergency addressed after midnight at a fair price; holiday weekend clog resolved same visit. (cited in 2 of 96 reviews)
  • Technicians explain findings clearly and protect finishes during work — cited by 3 reviewers including one who noted Sadou cleaned up and protected finishes throughout. (cited in 3 of 96 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Mama did a fantastic job. He is very professional and knowledgeable. He fixed my issue quickly and efficiently. Very kind and easy going to work with. If I have any more issues I will definitely call Len the plumber. I had a major sanitary drain line clog …
B Ale · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Beautiful words, poor service! I saw their fliers every where and called Len to fix my drain problem. They said that the problem was fixed. However, we found within half hour that the problem was still there. Len sent another technician back and he could not …
Dan Y. · · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 96 of 1,478 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
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Family Plumbing Services LLC

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.4 (17 Google reviews) 18.5 mi from downtown District Heights

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

4.4-star Google rating across 17 reviews; 2 of 13 analyzed are 1-star describing no-shows, late arrivals, and repeated scheduling failures on new-construction plumbing; BBB rated B- with 1 complaint in past 3 years.

Rating mix — of the 12 reviews we analyzed17 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • New-construction customer sent 'over a dozen emails and phone calls'; had 2 no-shows and 2 late/unprepared visits; describes ongoing plumbing quality issues and inability to get service visits scheduled (1 of 13 reviews)
  • Reviewer missed work for appointment and plumber never arrived — no call, no apology, no communication. Small job (<15 min) went unbooked (1 of 13 reviews)
  • No-show and missed appointment without notification cited in 1 of 12 sampled reviews; reviewer took time off work and received no call or apology (1 of 13 reviews)

To be fair

  • Attended city inspection on customer's behalf to ensure sign-off, noted in 1 of 12 sampled reviews as exceptional dedication (cited in 1 of 13 reviews)
  • Strong project communication for large renovation jobs (5 gas fixtures, 3 full bathrooms) with client change accommodation cited in 1 review (cited in 1 of 13 reviews)
What reviewers praise
The workers were very respectful, and did such an excellent job!
Ruth Mucha · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2021
The most critical take we found
Just had their truck blast through a stop sign without stopping, cutting me off and forcing me to break. If they have this little patience, attention, consideration for safety, or consideration for the law on the road, I would bet money they don't have any of …
Henry Sunshine · ★★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 13 of 17 reviews · newest from Dec 2021

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving District Heights we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 881 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.
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