FastPlumber near me

The 15 plumbers serving Marbury, ranked.

For the 22 plumbers working within 20 miles of Marbury, we read 509 public reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB and ranked them like a friend who'd done the research. 14 of the 22 list 24/7 hours — but "open 24 hours" on a Google profile and "answered at 2 a.m." in a customer review are not the same claim, and we quote the reviews that tell you which is which. Rankings are not for sale.

Ratings run high here (median 4.9, nobody below 4.0), but the depth behind them varies: 14 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 — 7 of the 22 companies have one — it's flagged below with their exact words. One number worth knowing: Michael & Son Services alone carries 15,776 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 MarburyHow 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: 417 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 ↓

Water everywhere right now? Shut off your main valve first, then jump to the 24/7 picks ↓. Every plumber below is one tap to call.

Only need the after-hours list? See the 24/7 plumbers serving Marbury

Our top picks

Consistent evidence of showing up, honest pricing, and work that lasts
4.9 (2,088 Google reviews) 9.9 mi from downtown MarburyNot a 24/7 shop

91 analyzed reviews at 96.7% positive across 2,088 Google reviews; Aaron F. and Marv J. are repeat-named techs, but one verified complaint flags ~$600 for under-an-hour shower-stop work.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed2,088 total on Google
513
40
30
21
11

Why we're cautious

  • 1 of 91 reviews documents a high-price complaint after a roughly one-hour shower-diverter pipe fix (themeCounts.expensive=1). (1 of 91 reviews)
  • $600 charged for installing one angle stop and rebuilding a toilet tank in under an hour — reviewer flagged the rate as steep. (1 of 91 reviews)

To be fair

  • Aaron F. dispatched late in the day for a sewage-backup hazmat and stayed to coordinate a remediation crew (themeCounts.workmanship=18). (cited in 2 of 91 reviews)
  • Diagnosed a broken sewage drain that a prior company couldn't identify without expensive procedures. (cited in 1 of 91 reviews)
  • Marv J. named specifically across multiple visits — install of pressure regulator and main shut-off in tight space without cutting drywall (themeCounts.professional=53). (cited in 3 of 91 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We can’t speak highly enough of DB’s and particularly Aaron F. When we had a plumbing emergency late in the day, DB’s was the only company able to get someone out that evening. Aaron F. Came out early in the promised window, diagnosed our problem, and got us …
Sherry P · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
I did not have a good experience with this company. They don’t charge for a service call but then charge a very high price to do the work, in my opinion. The technician was friendly and seemed knowledgeable. However, the price to do the work was very high to …
Adam Kerr · ★★ · Google · Jan 2026

We read 91 of 2,088 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

2

Michael & Son Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (15,776 Google reviews) 16.5 mi from downtown Marbury

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
55
40
30
20
10

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

3

John C. Flood

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (5,322 Google reviews) 16.5 mi from downtown Marbury

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
55
40
30
20
10

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

4

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,514 Google reviews) 17.5 mi from downtown Marbury

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
55
40
30
20
10

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

5

Plumb Perfect Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (1,003 Google reviews) 15.6 mi from downtown Marbury

Shows up fast for emergencies and explains the work thoroughly, with consistently fair pricing and repeat customers.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,003 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,003 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency responsiveness: Multiple reviewers praise quick arrival times, including one noting unexpectedly fast response to a water leak (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Reliability and punctuality: 3 of 5 reviews explicitly mention on-time arrival, calls before arrival, and repeat business from same customers (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Clear communication and transparency: 4 of 5 reviews highlight thorough explanations of work, options, and pricing before proceeding (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I am truly blessed by James Philips today. He came so quickly (unexpected) and identified the water leak source for me with his professional experience. I cannot ask for any better experience, even though this is the second time I ask help from Plumb Perfect …
Dean Nancy · ★★★★★ · 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 1,003 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

6

O'Neill Plumbing Services L.L.C.

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (261 Google reviews) 16.3 mi from downtown Marbury

Shannon answers the phone himself, walks you through fixes over the phone to save money, and shows up fast for emergencies—but warranty disputes and occasional communication breakdowns suggest consistency issues.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed261 total on Google
512
40
30
20
13

Why we're cautious

  • Warranty handling concerns; single documented case of warranty denial on major repair ($924 pump) within coverage period, with customer reporting 10-day delay and poor follow-up before refusal. (1 of 93 reviews)
  • Warranty dispute and follow-up failure; 1 review documents refusal to honor 1-year warranty on a $924 pump replacement, with 10 days of runaround before denial. (1 of 93 reviews)
  • Inconsistent phone communication; 1 review reports being told 'the description doesn't make sense' and hung up on by someone claiming to be too busy to help. (1 of 93 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional phone-based troubleshooting and remote guidance; 9 reviews document Shannon diagnosing and walking customers through repairs without charging service calls or diagnostic fees. (cited in 9 of 93 reviews)
  • Fast emergency response; 7 reviews report same-day or next-day service on nights, weekends, and during storms, with multiple mentions of arrival within 1 hour. (cited in 7 of 93 reviews)
  • High-quality workmanship and careful job practices; 6 reviews specifically praise attention to detail, laying tarps, cleanup, explanations of work, and long-lasting repairs. (cited in 6 of 93 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Shannon has been my plumber for ages now. First time I needed a plumber, I was worried about a leak based on my water bill. He poked around, showed me what to look for, then didn’t charge me anything. Ever since then, he has been my guy. Replaced all my …
John Radi · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
The O’Neil plumbing team replaced our recirculation pump for $924. because it was making a grinding noise. Ten months later and well within the one year warranty the grinding noise started again. I contacted O’Neil plumbing and got the runaround for 10 days …
Lisa Russo Mack · · Google · Dec 2024

We read 93 of 261 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

5.0 (229 Google reviews) 20.0 mi from downtown Marbury

5.0★ from 229 reviews with 100% positive sentiment. Vern's crew brings a commercial-grade approach to residential work — 150-foot snake run on a laundry drain, Saturday water heater emergency, and underground main line resolved more efficiently than 4 competing bids.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed229 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 229 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Saturday emergency water heater replacement on short notice — arrived, worked quickly, communicated throughout, priced fairly (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Underground water line repair proposed most efficient solution versus 4 other companies — resolved a leak that tripled the customer's water bill (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 150-foot laundry drain snake plus connected floor drain also cleared — Vern returned with snake again when test showed residual flow (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Vern and his team came out on short notice on a Saturday to replace my leaking water heater. Absolute pros — they worked quickly, were well-priced, and communicated clearly throughout the process. I will be calling again.
Spencer Pfeifer · ★★★★★ · 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 229 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

8

Home Service Pros - Quality Sewer & Drain

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (223 Google reviews) 12.4 mi from downtown Marbury

5.0★ / 223 reviews; 5 analyzed — all 5-star. Main water line leak repaired with clear pricing and full crew communication; same-day shower fix completed within an hour. Note: some reviews describe electrical/landscaping work, diluting plumbing signal.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed223 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 223 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Main water line repair: fair price, full explanation, crew checked customer satisfaction before leaving — Cody praised by name for follow-through (themeCounts.fair_pricing=1, communication=1) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • August assessed shower issue, presented options, and completed repair within an hour of arrival — fast_response=2 across 5 analyzed reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Multiple reviews reference electrical and landscaping work rather than plumbing — multi-trade business may dilute plumbing specialization; thin plumbing-specific evidence in 5-review sample (2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Home Service Pros has consistently completed every electrical task that was needed at my home. Their electricians John and Brad have been here from the start since before we moved into this home and have replaced multiple outlets, installed new outlets …
Jason Rennard · ★★★★★ · 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 223 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4.9 (165 Google reviews) 18.9 mi from downtown MarburyNot a 24/7 shop

4.9 stars across 165 reviews; only 5 analyzed but all 5-star — multi-service HVAC/plumbing shop with 12-year repeat customer citing tankless boiler combo installs completed in 1 day, impeccable workmanship, and estimates based on facts not sales pressure.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed165 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 165 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Boiler/water-heater combo replacements completed in a single day with crew of 3-4; same team returns year after year per a 12-year repeat customer (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Estimate process cited as fact-based rather than sales-driven; crew walked through system operation post-install and left no cleanup for the customer (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Clean electrical/HVAC crossover work noticed by a neighboring homeowner who immediately hired the same crew for a panel/service-line upgrade (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
From start to finish our experience with JM Plumbing and Heating was top notch in professionalism, knowledge of products and options, responsiveness to email/texts, scheduling, and installation. Nick’s visit to give us an estimate on a tankless water heater …
JC Walsh · ★★★★★ · Google · Nov 2025
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 165 reviews · newest from Nov 2025

4.9 (141 Google reviews) 19.7 mi from downtown MarburyNot a 24/7 shop

4.9★ on 141 Google reviews; all 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star — owner Calvin Ferguson praised for Master Plumber depth, multiple-option transparency, and slab-leak diagnostics on mid-century homes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed141 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 141 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Owner Calvin personally handles complex diagnostics — presented written options with slab-water-line issues and came out a second time at no charge to ensure customer comfort before work began. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Site cleanup praised explicitly — left the workspace cleaner than found, retained landscaping details including replanting and gravel restoration during sewer-lateral work. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
After a thorough review of the broken water line situation found under the cement slab upon which our mid-century modern home is built, Calvin Ferguson, the Owner/CEO of Willway Services provided an outstanding summary of both the actual and potential …
Jennifer Mendoza · ★★★★★ · 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 141 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

11

Baumbach Plumbing & Remodeling services llc

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (117 Google reviews) 19.6 mi from downtown Marbury

Shows up within 20 minutes for emergencies and fixes it right, but one customer was quoted $5800 when competitors charged $1750 for identical work.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed117 total on Google
514
40
30
20
11

Why we're cautious

  • Price gouging complaint: single but explicit 1-star review citing $5800 vs $1750 for same pump/work raises concern about aggressive quoting on major jobs (1 of 93 reviews)
  • Major pricing inconsistency: one customer received $5800 quote, got identical work done elsewhere for $1750—a 231% discrepancy that suggests selective quoting practices (1 of 93 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency response: multiple reviewers report arrival within 20-30 minutes during nights and weekends, including 2am sump pump service and late Sunday calls (cited in 3 of 93 reviews)
  • Long-term customer retention: 5 reviewers explicitly mention 10+ years of loyalty, with one citing 50+ years of consistent service (cited in 5 of 93 reviews)
  • Honest diagnosis preventing unnecessary work: multiple reviewers note Andy correctly identified minor issues when other companies quoted major replacements, saving customers money (cited in 3 of 93 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I had an excellent experience with Thomas E. Clark Plumbing, especially Tim. After receiving a wildly inflated quote from another large plumbing company that completely misdiagnosed the issue, I decided to get a second opinion. Tim arrived, properly assessed …
Marc Jiorle · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Careful of price gouging. $5800 quote, got the same job done with another company for $1750. Same pump, same work. I don’t like it when companies try to take advantage.
Lance LeTellier · · Google · Nov 2024

We read 93 of 117 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
12

Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (7,145 Google reviews) 15.0 mi from downtown Marbury

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
511
41
30
20
13

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

4.9 (210 Google reviews) 18.9 mi from downtown MarburyNot a 24/7 shop

4.9★ Google, 210 reviews; 5 analyzed all 5-star — workmanship=2 and professional=2 with next-day scheduling confirmed during a snow/ice storm. Faucet, toilet, and valve repair specialty evident.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed210 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 210 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Next-day appointment confirmed during a snow/ice storm; technician successfully retrieved a diamond earring from drain using shop vacuum — novel approach, worked first try. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing held to quote with no surprises; repeat customer hired Armand twice for separate faucet and toilet jobs. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I recently had a diamond earring fall down the drain in my shower. I tried to retrieve it with a wire hanger hook as Google suggested, but was unsuccessful. It also suggested trying a shop vacuum and suck it out. This happened 3 days into the snow/ice storm, …
Tracy Connell · ★★★★★ · 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 210 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
14

HVAC & Plumbing Unlimited

We'd call someone else first
4.9 (918 Google reviews) 10.1 mi from downtown MarburyNot a 24/7 shop

Fast same-day emergency response and solid workmanship, but aggressive pricing tactics and collection practices create friction with customers.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed918 total on Google
52
41
30
20
12

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 918 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Poor payment and warranty handling—1 reviewer with 7-year history reports aggressive payment harassment despite 30-day terms and refusal to honor warranty service (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Persistent communication harassment—1 reviewer reports nag emails continued after direct requests to stop, even after cc'ing company owner (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing significantly above market—2 reviewers report quotes $5k+ higher than competitors for identical work, and a third cites unexpectedly high ancillary charges (2 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Responds quickly to emergencies—2 reviewers report same-day service even on weekends with reasonable weekend rates (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians demonstrate strong customer service and workmanship—multiple reviewers praise politeness, cleanup, and clear instructions (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Found my A/C had failed on Saturday morning and they were able to come out same day to repair my outdoor unit. There was an additional weekend charge but it was very reasonable rates.
Pete Weatherby · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found
I had HVAC Unlimited perform inspections on my Carrier HVAC systems (heat pump). During the inspection, the tech discovered one of the fuses failed. After replacement, the compressor blew immediately. Not the techs fault, and he tried to be as helpful as …
Ryan Sturlaugson · · Google · May 2026

We read 5 of 918 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

15

Workhouse Plumbing and Gas - Fredericksburg

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (93 Google reviews) 19.0 mi from downtown Marbury

Fast emergency response (2 hours on Saturday during ice storm) with meticulous workmanship and honest pricing—no upselling, no surprises.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed93 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 93 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: responded within 2 hours on a Saturday during peak weather event, with problem fixed 15 minutes after arrival (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviewers praise fair, transparent pricing with no upcharging or pressure sales tactics (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Thorough communication and customer education: technicians explain work completed and provide preventative advice to avoid future issues (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Zack was wonderful. He did a great job roughing in our plumbing. He was very picky about how things looked and performed. We picked a great family owned plumbing company. We would highly recommend them.
Cathy Dinsmore · ★★★★★ · 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 93 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

Also serving Marbury — 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.

SANZ PLUMBING LLC 5.0 (83 Google reviews) · Annandale · 18.3 mi Call
Fairfax Plumbing NV Inc. 4.9 (73 Google reviews) · Annandale · 17.8 mi Call
The Secret Plumber 5.0 (70 Google reviews) · Reston · 15.9 mi Call
Alexandria Plumbing Pro Services 4.4 (65 Google reviews) · Centreville · 15.6 mi Call
Pipe Pro Solutions 5.0 (46 Google reviews) · Annandale · 17.1 mi Call
Affordable Plumber LLC DBA affordable home services 5.0 (16 Google reviews) · Annandale · 18.1 mi Call
Plumbing Annandale · Annandale · 19.2 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Marbury

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

  • DB's Plumbing and Drain®1 of 91 reviews documents a high-price complaint after a roughly one-hour shower-diverter pipe fix (themeCounts.expensive=1).
  • O'Neill Plumbing Services L.L.C.Warranty handling concerns; single documented case of warranty denial on major repair ($924 pump) within coverage period, with customer reporting 10-day delay and poor follow-up before refusal.
  • Baumbach Plumbing & Remodeling services llcPrice gouging complaint: single but explicit 1-star review citing $5800 vs $1750 for same pump/work raises concern about aggressive quoting on major jobs
  • Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC1 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).
  • HVAC & Plumbing UnlimitedPoor payment and warranty handling—1 reviewer with 7-year history reports aggressive payment harassment despite 30-day terms and refusal to honor warranty service
  • HVAC & Plumbing UnlimitedPersistent communication harassment—1 reviewer reports nag emails continued after direct requests to stop, even after cc'ing company owner
  • DB's Plumbing and Drain®$600 charged for installing one angle stop and rebuilding a toilet tank in under an hour — reviewer flagged the rate as steep.
  • Michael & Son ServicesOnly 5 reviews analyzed out of 15,776 — signals extremely thin relative to review volume; negative reviews not represented in this sample.

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Marbury we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 417 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 Ironsides, La Plata, Pomfret, Port Tobacco, Welcome — this Marbury guide covers those areas.

Nearby city guides