FastPlumber near me

The 15 plumbers serving Sparks Glencoe, ranked.

We read 1,584 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 46 plumbers serving Sparks Glencoe — including the one-star reviews other directories bury — and ranked them the way we'd rank them for a friend. The number that matters most here: only 22 of the 46 list 24-hour service — if it's the middle of the night, start with those. Rankings are not for sale.

Sparks Glencoe'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. 25 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 24 of the 46 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: Michael & Son Services alone carries 8,275 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 Sparks GlencoeHow 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: 787 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 Sparks Glencoe

Our top picks

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

Victory Plumbing Services, LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (51 Google reviews) 16.9 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

Owner-operator Jeff: 46 of 48 analyzed reviews 5-star, fast_response=12, answers emails within an hour. One 1-star cites a sink not sealed and no call-back on the redo.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed51 total on Google
514
40
30
20
11

Why we're cautious

  • 1-star review: sink not secured with silicone, customer had to redo the work after no response to a callback request (1 of 48 reviews)
  • One reviewer reports a new sink left unsealed and got no reply when asking for a fix (1 of 48 reviews)

To be fair

  • Highly responsive owner who answers within an hour and shows up on time (fast_response=12) (cited in 2 of 48 reviews)
  • Fair, upfront pricing with no upselling (fair_pricing=5, 15 plumber-cost mentions) (cited in 2 of 48 reviews)
  • Thorough water-heater removal/installs explained step by step (9 water-heater mentions) (cited in 1 of 48 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Jeff is very responsive, timely and does a good job. Have needed a bunch of plumbing work recently and Jeff was able to take care of it all very quickly. Highly recommend Victory Plumbing!
Andy Arismendi · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
The second job that Jeff came out and did was to install a new sink in master bathroom. The sink was not secured down with silicone. The other sink was the example to replicate. A bunch of ugly white caulk was applied. I contacted Jeff to come back and fix it …
J Fox · · Google · Oct 2023

We read 48 of 51 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

2

Afternoon Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
5.0 (14 Google reviews) 15.5 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

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
514
40
30
20
10

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
Top 10 Best Plumbers in Aberdeen, MDAngie's Listhttps://www.angi.com › ... › Plumbers in AberdeenAngie's ListRead real reviews and see ratings for Aberdeen, MD plumbers for free! This list will help you pick the right plumbers in Aberdeen, MD.
Angi Aggregate · · Angi

We read 24 of 14 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

3

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (4,085 Google reviews) 17.3 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

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
512
40
30
20
12

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

4.9 (235 Google reviews) 17.0 mi from downtown Sparks GlencoeNot a 24/7 shop

Water-line and main-line specialists: 8 reviews cite waterline work and 12 mention same-day service, often beating big-name quotes by thousands.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed235 total on Google
513
40
31
20
11

Why we're cautious

  • One reviewer charged $606 for a garbage-disposal swap that 3 other local plumbers quoted $306-$399 (1 of 85 reviews)
  • Small jobs can run steep — one reviewer flagged $580 to replace a kitchen P-trap and a $250/hr rate (1 of 85 reviews)

To be fair

  • Repeatedly undercuts big-name water-line quotes — one reviewer was quoted $7,300-$8,300 elsewhere before calling Five Star (cited in 3 of 85 reviews)
  • Same-day estimates with next-morning completion on main water-line jobs (themeCounts.fast_response=24) (cited in 3 of 85 reviews)
  • Trenchless main-line replacement praised for being clean and mess-free (cited in 1 of 85 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I had a clog in the bathroom which plugged up the shower, toilet, and tub on one side of the house. The two young men who came to help me were kind, patient, polite, and not deterred by some extra challenges. They started with a 25 foot snake, but had to then …
Liz Matiacio · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2024
The most critical take we found
Company charged me $606 for a garbage disposal replacement. The badger 5 cost $114 ! This is grossly overpriced for a 30 minute job. I contacted the owner, he refunded me $60. He said his overhead contributed to the cost although he claims to be a small …
Donald Littleton · · Google · Nov 2024

We read 85 of 235 reviews · newest from Dec 2024 · BBB A+ accredited

4.8 (1,802 Google reviews) 15.0 mi from downtown Sparks GlencoeNot a 24/7 shop

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
512
40
31
20
12

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

6

Brian B. Quick Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,094 Google reviews) 10.2 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

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
55
40
30
20
10

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

4.9 (772 Google reviews) 19.0 mi from downtown Sparks GlencoeNot a 24/7 shop

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
55
40
30
20
10

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

4.8 (478 Google reviews) 17.6 mi from downtown Sparks GlencoeNot a 24/7 shop

4.8 stars across 478 reviews; Jake arrived within 90 minutes of a cold call, correctly diagnosed a caulk issue instead of selling an unneeded water heater, and put down floor mats before entering — 5 of 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed478 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 478 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Jake diagnosed a faucet caulk issue rather than push an unnecessary water heater replacement — honest upsell avoidance cited explicitly by the reviewer. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Jake laid a floor mat outside the door, wiped shoes, kept tools on a mat to protect tile floors, and provided written price upfront before starting — consistent across 2 separate reviews. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Kevin labeled water line placards for future identification after completing water-line repair — extra step cited as differentiating from other plumbers. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Mikes Plumbing has been great in my experience. I’ve had them come and do 3 different jobs and they always were prompt and quick. I’m happy w the price for the service i got.
Jamie Gayton · ★★★★★ · 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 478 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
9

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Harford County

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (207 Google reviews) 18.3 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

Israel earns praise across many reviews, but 8 of 73 reviews are 1-star and several cite $650-$700 quotes for jobs others price at $350-$400.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed207 total on Google
59
40
31
20
15

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

Why we're cautious

  • Reviewer quoted $700 to replace a faucet that a $20 cartridge fixed — flagged as an unnecessary upsell with no troubleshooting (1 of 73 reviews)
  • $650 charged for a 40-minute kitchen-sink snake, roughly double the $350-$400 reviewer says others charge (1 of 73 reviews)
  • $800 quote to replace a sump pump drew an explicit 'don't use this company' warning (1 of 73 reviews)

To be fair

  • Tech Israel repeatedly named for thorough inspections and clear explanations across multiple jobs (cited in 3 of 73 reviews)
  • Same-day diagnosis with techs going the extra mile — one bought and installed a filter on site (cited in 1 of 73 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Israel, the plumber, was great! Highly recommend!
Michael Hutchison · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2024
The most critical take we found
Israel was expert, friendly, explained things well, and fixed the problem with our sump pump quickly. Unfortunately, two days later at 12:25am the sump pump alarm is going off and no one can come out until possibly noon tomorrow. Another sleepless night …
Jim Cigliano · · Google · Dec 2024

We read 73 of 207 reviews · newest from Dec 2024

10

Michael & Son Services

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (8,275 Google reviews)3.9 on Yelp (100) 18.0 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

Excellent emergency responder with strong workmanship, but pricing has reportedly increased significantly and occasional diagnostic misses can lead to expensive callbacks.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed8,275 total on Google
56
41
30
23
15

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

Why we're cautious

  • Major liability dispute: Misdiagnosis led to $23,000+ in water damage; company initially refunded diagnostic fee but charged $4,426 mitigation fee, then re-invoiced after 1+ year. Customer indicates possible future litigation and was ultimately forced to pay. This suggests potential pattern of shifting responsibility for diagnostic errors to customer. (1 of 187 reviews)
  • Warranty service avoidance: One reviewer reports being unable to get warranty service appointment for 3 weeks on work that failed, despite company knowing issue is a public safety concern, suggesting they may be deprioritizing warranty claims (1 of 187 reviews)
  • BBB rating is B- and non-accredited: Combined with 0 complaints in past 3 years suggests either recent issues or avoidance of BBB complaint resolution process

To be fair

  • Fast emergency response: Multiple reviewers report same-day or rapid after-hours service (45 min at 10:30pm, Saturday next-day installation, 3-hour response during holiday crisis) (cited in 3 of 187 reviews)
  • Strong technical workmanship and diagnostics: 8+ reviews specifically praise quality of repairs, thorough troubleshooting, and expert installation (cited in 7 of 187 reviews)
  • Excellent communication and customer care: 6 reviews mention clear explanations, updates on arrival, maintenance education, and courteous demeanor (cited in 6 of 187 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Jesse James was awesome 😎 explained everything in detail about what needed to be repaired/replaced with the water heater. He gave us options and great pricing. 0% financing for 18 months. We had another company come out first. Didn't like the approach and …
Michael Hastings · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
We contacted Michael & Son in September 2023 because our basement toilet was not flushing correctly. A technician came to our residence, snaked the basement toilet, and claimed to have cleared debris from the line. We paid the $737.00 fee charged. Despite our …
Mary H. T. · · Yelp · Dec 2024

We read 187 of 8,275 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

11

Catons Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (1,716 Google reviews) 18.6 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

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
56
40
31
20
18

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

4.8 (1,111 Google reviews) 9.3 mi from downtown Sparks GlencoeNot a 24/7 shop

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
54
40
30
20
11

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

13

Catons Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (575 Google reviews) 17.9 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

Excellent emergency response and workmanship, but inconsistent follow-through on promised services and occasional communication breakdowns can leave customers frustrated.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed575 total on Google
512
40
30
21
12

Why we're cautious

  • Two serious emergency-response failures: one technician made a burst pipe worse and left ($400 damage), and another replaced QPVC piping with bent material causing continued stress on the damaged area—both required customer follow-up repairs (2 of 85 reviews)
  • Poor accountability for water damage—in one case, supervisor Dennis refused responsibility for flooring damage caused by inadequate remediation despite contract obligations, offered only anti-fungal spray, and went silent after initial contact (1 of 85 reviews)
  • Aggressive customer service during complaint resolution—scheduler became 'immediately heated' when customer could not return call within 72-hour window and blamed customer without acknowledging lack of clear deadline communication (1 of 85 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency response times—multiple reviewers report arrival within 2-4 hours on weekends and evenings, with one technician (Jason) arriving Friday at 5:30pm and completing work in 45 minutes (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)
  • Strong technical skill and problem-solving—10+ reviews highlight plumbers diagnosing issues quickly, performing repairs cleanly, and explaining work upfront; technicians frequently praised by name (Henry, Ryan, Leo, Alphonso, Jason, Brandon) (cited in 5 of 85 reviews)
  • Water restoration crew handles secondary damage professionally—multiple reviews praise thorough cleanup, mold remediation, and professional handling of water damage aftermath (cited in 2 of 85 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We have used Catons for several different projects and each time the service is excellent and the team we have worked with is superb. They arrive when they say they will and the projects are done with perfection. We will continue to use them for all our …
Just Jason · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Called them for a frozen pipe that burst. Sent out a plumber who did okay work. Have to redo the pipe he replaced because it's QPVC and his replacement piping is bent putting stress back on that area. Water remediation crew didn't check my flooring which had …
Rj · · Google · Feb 2026

We read 85 of 575 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

14

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (572 Google reviews) 17.2 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

Roto-Rooter Bel Air: 4.8★ / 572 reviews, BBB A+ accredited; fast_response in 3 of 5 sampled reviews and Sunday hours confirmed — technician correctly triaged a water-vs-gas leak on arrival and dispatched specialist same day.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed572 total on Google
55
40
30
20
10

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 572 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • fast_response in 3 of 5 sampled reviews; Sunday availability confirmed; same-day gas specialist dispatch after initial tech identified wrong trade — triage and coordination on the spot (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • BBB A+ accredited; written estimate provided before work; camera inspection with full explanation cited in 1 review (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Dai Pau was my service person and ensured that all the repairs that were done were functioning properly in tip top shape. He was really fast detailed with his work with a great attitude. Thank you Dai Pau and Roto Rooter once again for great service.
Benito Gomez · ★★★★★ · 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 572 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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) 19.9 mi from downtown Sparks Glencoe

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
54
40
30
21
10

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

We read 5 of 976 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

Also serving Sparks Glencoe — 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.

Warrior Plumbing & Heating 4.9 (426 Google reviews) · Baltimore · 14.2 mi Call
Heil Plumbing & HVAC 4.9 (380 Google reviews) · Baltimore · 6.4 mi Call
Abbott Brothers Plumbing & Heating of Maryland 4.8 (374 Google reviews) · Baltimore · 14.9 mi Call
Stilwell Plumbing & Drain Cleaning 4.3 (334 Google reviews) · Dundalk · 17.7 mi Call
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Baltimore 4.9 (330 Google reviews) · Baltimore · 14.5 mi Call
Straight Plumbing Llc 4.9 (222 Google reviews) · Bel Air · 15.3 mi Call
Newberry Plumbing 5.0 (222 Google reviews) · Bel Air · 19.8 mi Call
Kenneth & Sons Water Heaters 4.8 (135 Google reviews) · Bel Air · 16.1 mi Call
Empire plumbing and heating llc 5.0 (123 Google reviews) · Bel Air · 17.6 mi Call
Cinch Mechanical LLC 4.7 (116 Google reviews) · Bel Air · 18.4 mi Call
Millennium Plumbing 4.3 (110 Google reviews) · Baltimore · 18.6 mi Call
Empire Plumbing and Heating LLC 5.0 (89 Google reviews) · Pikesville · 17.6 mi Call
PUZO Plumbing & Drain LLC 5.0 (86 Google reviews) · Catonsville · 18.7 mi Call
Hosanna Plumbing & Drain LLC 5.0 (81 Google reviews) · Catonsville · 18.3 mi Call
B-More Plumbing & Drain Cleaning 4.8 (71 Google reviews) · Pikesville · 13.5 mi Call
Lee Brothers Contracting 5.0 (66 Google reviews) · Catonsville · 18.1 mi Call
All Nite Sewer & Drain Cleaning, LLC. 4.6 (64 Google reviews) · Dundalk · 16.9 mi Call
Lessner Plumbing 5.0 (62 Google reviews) · Pikesville · 7.3 mi Call
Cobra Plumbing Services Inc 4.6 (59 Google reviews) · Bel Air · 19.3 mi Call
Jerry C Plumbing and Drain Services 5.0 (48 Google reviews) · Dundalk · 18.5 mi Call
Bridges Plumbing Co 5.0 (43 Google reviews) · Catonsville · 14.7 mi Call
Stokes Plumbing & Mechanical 5.0 (42 Google reviews) · Pikesville · 15.4 mi Call
J.B.C. Plumbing Services Inc. 5.0 (40 Google reviews) · Havre De Grace · 18.3 mi Call
Frank J. Klein & Sons Inc. 4.9 (22 Google reviews) · Pikesville · 12.5 mi Call
Haynes Plumbing 5.0 (22 Google reviews) · Baltimore · 17.8 mi Call
Catonsville Professional Services 4.3 (17 Google reviews) · Catonsville · 19.1 mi Call
Pipes R Us 4.7 (13 Google reviews) · Bel Air · 16.5 mi Call
Marino Plumbing & Heating 4.6 (11 Google reviews) · Catonsville · 19.0 mi Call
Premier Plumbing Co, Inc 5.0 (10 Google reviews) · Bel Air · 16.0 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Sparks Glencoe

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

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Sparks Glencoe we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 787 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 Monkton, Parkton, Upperco — this Sparks Glencoe guide covers those areas.

Nearby city guides