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The 9 plumbers serving Atlantic Highlands, ranked.

For the 10 plumbers working within 20 miles of Atlantic Highlands, we read 47 public reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB and ranked them like a friend who'd done the research. 7 of the 10 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 4.8, nobody below 4.0), but the depth behind them varies: 7 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 10 companies have one — it's flagged below with their exact words. One number worth knowing: Rich's Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. alone carries 931 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 Atlantic HighlandsHow 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: 45 reviews across 9 businesses.

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

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

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

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

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Our top picks

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

24 Hr. Emergency Plumbing & Hot Water Heater

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (634 Google reviews) 18.3 mi from downtown Atlantic Highlands
Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 634 reviews (5 analyzed, all 5-star) — true 24/7 confirmed: answered at 2:30 AM for a business emergency, same-weekend water heater upgrade completed, NYC code compliance verified on all piping.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed634 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 634 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • True 24-hour response confirmed: Candace answered at 2:30 AM and dispatched Roberto for a commercial emergency the same night — Roberto worked until the problem was solved (Alexandra Wesser) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Water heater specialist: 4 of 5 analyzed reviews mention water heater work; weekend job completed same weekend with NYC code compliance on all piping (Candice, EKoO0FFOTNIhJFoDYoH3) (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians explain diagnoses in depth: Robert's boiler and water heater assessment called 'truly remarkable'; Candace proactively recommended and executed needed upgrade (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“I'm so glad 24 Hr. Emergency Plumbing were able to get the help I needed! True 24/7 service really shines when you need it most - like when your water heater stops working late at night. It's great to hear the technician was quick, clean, and professional.”
Addie Wilk · ★★★★★ · 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 634 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(518) 335-4282
Full report →Website ↗
2

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (625 Google reviews) 12.9 mi from downtown Atlantic Highlands
Our take — how we form it

Roto-Rooter Willingboro holds 4.8★ (625 reviews); all 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star with positive sentiment=1.0 — tech Justin repaired faucet without unnecessary replacement, drain cleared in minutes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed625 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 625 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star (reviewConsistency=1.0); technicians praised for explaining work clearly and not upselling unnecessary replacements. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Drain cleared in minutes for backed-up standing water; cost noted as very reasonable in 1 of 5 reviews. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“I had an outstanding experience with my Roto‑Rooter technician ‘Justin’ From the moment he arrived, he was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough. He took the time to explain what was going on, he took the time to repair as replacement was not …”
Pam K · ★★★★★ · 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 625 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(732) 851-8009
Full report →Website ↗
3

Freedom Plumbing Heating and Sewer Service LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (277 Google reviews) 18.8 mi from downtown Atlantic Highlands
Our take — how we form it

4.9-star rating across 277 reviews; 4 of 5 sampled are 5-star; fixed a sewer issue that Roto-Rooter couldn't solve in two visits and at a significantly lower cost; pricing 20%+ below competitor quotes cited in 3 reviews.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed277 total on Google
5★4
4★1
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 277 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Diagnosed and fixed sewer issue two prior Roto-Rooter visits failed to resolve, at lower cost than competitor's initial clean-out charge — cited in 1 of 5 sampled reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Priced more than 20% below competitor quote; addressed secondary issue at no extra charge on one job across 3 repeat uses — cited in 1 of 5 sampled reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Emailed cost estimate upfront and itemized completion summary post-job; site left swept and mopped — cited in 1 of 5 sampled reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • $550 charged to reset a toilet the customer had already removed and prepped; 1 of 5 sampled reviews rated 4-star citing cost as 'a bit too high given we had done part of the work already' (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Freedom plumbing arrived on time (early even) and reset a toilet. We had already diagnosed where the leak was coming from and had removed the toilet ourselves so all they needed to do was reset it properly The job was done to our satisfaction but the …”
Laurie Huxford · ★★★★ · 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 277 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(732) 853-4115
Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
4

Force Plumbing and Heating LLC

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (573 Google reviews) 5.9 mi from downtown Atlantic Highlands
Our take — how we form it

Force Plumbing holds 4.9 stars across 573 reviews; professional=3 in 5 analyzed reviews with strong water heater and gas line work, but 1 review warns of 250% markup on tank models vs big-box pricing.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed573 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 573 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Pricing: reviewer alleges upselling to uninformed buyers — quoted price 250% above big-box for a marginally upgraded tank; refused to disclose model number upfront (1 of 5 reviews)
  • 1 of 5 analyzed reviews warns of 250% pricing above big-box for water heater tanks; reviewer felt pressured and left after paying only the $50 visit fee (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Water heater gas leak diagnosed and repaired next day with replacement parts; gas line capping completed in a single visit (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Secured Navien warranty part replacement that another company was unable to arrange — saved customer from full unit replacement cost (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Great experience! Fast repair and great service. Just got a home and found that the water heater was leaking gas, they came out the next day, got the replacement parts quickly and did the repair within half an hour. Joe and Matt were both great professionals …”
Tobias Pasciolla · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“Nice staff and they knew their stuff. But, they definitely look for uneducated buyers who just want a problem fixed. Make sure you request the Model number of tank... They tell you you it better model than what is available at big box but, only marginally …”
Anders Farrugia · ★★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 573 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(732) 243-2809
Full report →Website ↗
5

24 Hour Emergency Plumber NYC - Brooklyn

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.9 (42 Google reviews) 16.4 mi from downtown Atlantic Highlands
Our take — how we form it

4.9★ across 42 reviews but reviewConsistency of 0.64; 4 of 5 analyzed are 5★ with 1 two-star describing a no-show late arrival and invoice dispute — 1 reviewer explicitly alleges the 5-star reviews are AI-generated.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed42 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 42 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • 1 reviewer explicitly states that multiple 5-star reviews appear AI-generated (all one-review accounts, identical phrasing) — review authenticity concern on a 42-review profile (1 of 5 reviews)
  • 2-star review describes arriving 1 hour late (said supply store didn't open until 9), misleading scheduling, and an escalating invoice for a boiler not fixed — all on a middle-of-the-night emergency (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Answered midnight emergency call when few others did; professionally fixed broken pipe and cleaned up site (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Workmanship cited in 3 of 5 reviews; explained cause and prevention of leak before leaving job site (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“This team did a great job fixing a broken water pipe for me not long ago. They quickly figured out what was wrong and fixed it quickly. The plumbers did a great job and were polite and efficient. They told us what caused the leak and how to keep it from …”
Virginia Miller · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Let me preface by saying I am 100% sure the other 5 star reviews are generated by AI as they all sound the same and have only one review in their history. I had a plumbing issue with a leaking boiler in the middle of the night that was flooding the …”
Tiff Mond · ★★ · Google · Jan 2026

We read 5 of 42 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(347) 462-0214
Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
6

Rich's Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

We'd call someone else first
4.7 (931 Google reviews) 19.3 mi from downtown Atlantic HighlandsNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Sends skilled technicians who arrive early, fix problems right the first time, and won't charge you twice for the same job.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed931 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 931 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Technicians arrive on time or early and complete jobs efficiently. 3 of 5 reviews specifically mention punctuality and speed of service. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • David (primary technician mentioned) is consistently praised for diagnostic accuracy, knowledge, and courtesy across multiple service types (AC, faucets, boilers). 3 reviews specifically request or recommend David by name. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Stand-by warranty: one review reports no charge for second visit when previous technicians didn't fully resolve the issue. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Called Rich’s Plumbing to relocate gas line for our stove and take out a section of baseboard heating so we could renovate our kitchen. Rich, the manager came out and was extremely friendly and knowledgeable, Javier and Abe were extremely knowledgeable and …”
Sam S · ★★★★★ · 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 931 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(732) 387-6813
Full report →Website ↗
7

William Archer & Sons Plumbing and Heating

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (603 Google reviews) 17.4 mi from downtown Atlantic Highlands
Our take — how we form it

Emergency-ready plumber with exceptional response times and consistently clean work, though hourly rates reflect premium pricing.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed603 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 603 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast emergency response even outside regular service areas—dispatched quickly to sports complex emergency when regular plumber unavailable (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviewers praise professionalism, politeness, and respectful conduct; technicians consistently well-groomed and personable (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pre-work communication: 3 reviews specifically mention upfront quotes, price explanations, or solution options before starting (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Premium pricing: one reviewer noted $650 for 1 hour of work, acknowledged as 'going rate' but flagged as subjectively high (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“We noticed a possible water mark on the ceiling from a leak. We called Archer plumbing to assess the issue. They sent over Nick who assessed noticeable issues that could be at fault and fixed them in no time. They have a nice loyalty program discount for …”
Laurie Quidor · ★★★★★ · 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 603 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(732) 254-1655
Full report →Website ↗
8

Gatti Plumbing, Heating and Drain Cleaning LLC

We'd call someone else first
4.7 (174 Google reviews) 14.6 mi from downtown Atlantic HighlandsNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response and upfront pricing, but one serious incident reveals inconsistent workmanship and poor owner follow-up on complaints.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed174 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 174 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • One severe service failure with owner refusing remediation. Homeowner was left with unfinished work, property damage (flooring scratch, carpet stain, water damage), and a $1,500 charge with owner later claiming the price was too low. Owner stated this quality of work is what he 'expects' from staff. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Multiple execution failures on a single complex job: failed to reconnect hot water, left standing water and wet towels in home, scratched wood flooring, and stained carpet during appliance relocation. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Owner (Kyle) refused accountability after poor workmanship—no apology offered, declined to send replacement technician to finish incomplete work, and disputed original pricing mid-project after poor performance. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day or next-day emergency response. 3 of 5 reviews explicitly mention rapid availability (same day, next week, responsive arrival with ETA). (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent upfront pricing. 2 reviews highlight clear pricing communication before work begins. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Follow-up attention to detail. One reviewer notes technician returned hours later to verify no leaks after water softener installation. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“I called in with some pictures of a broken old boiler with leaking pipe. Kyle came the same day and did excellent work with hourly fees stated upfront. He stay late to fine tune everything to make sure the old unit work so my families can stay warm. Honest …”
Wei Wei · ★★★★★ · Google · Oct 2025
The most critical take we found
“Lots of great service for others, but not for me it seems. Two guys came out (plumber and helper) to move and connect a washer and gas dryer, relocate a sink in the laundry 3', replace a toilet, and clear a drain associated with my gutter drainage system. …”
Chris · ★ · Google · Aug 2023

We read 5 of 174 reviews · newest from Oct 2025

(201) 365-7444
Full report →Website ↗
9

AAA-Able Plumbing, Heating, & Drain Cleaning

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.4 (68 Google reviews) 15.5 mi from downtown Atlantic Highlands
Our take — how we form it

Excellent workmanship and fair pricing, but communication breakdowns can leave you hanging for weeks between diagnosis and scheduling.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed68 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 68 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • 1 of 5 reviews (20%) reports complete communication breakdown after initial consultation, with a 2-week scheduling delay that resulted in customer abandonment—concerning pattern for small sample size. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Follow-up communication failure: customer received initial estimate but Glenn 'never responded' to scheduling requests over a 2-week period, forcing them to hire a competitor who completed the job in 2 hours. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • 4 of 5 reviews praise technical skill and problem-solving; one reviewer explicitly noted Sean 'quickly and accurately diagnosed the problem' and another highlighted his thorough educational approach to explaining root causes. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Same-day or next-day emergency response documented in 2 reviews, with one customer reporting same-day arrival for a basement leak. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing fairness consistently mentioned as 'reasonable' or 'very fair' across 3 reviews, with no complaints about overcharging. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Great experience with AAA-Able! These guys are on top of their game. Sean responded to my parents house who needed help with their boiler. He quickly and accurately diagnosed the problem and fixed the issue. Friendly and polite company. THANK YOU GUYS!”
Jason DeVito · ★★★★★ · Google · Oct 2024
The most critical take we found
“Responded quickly to my initial call. Advised what was needed to repair my shower and provided a website so that I could purchase the parts. The parts arrived. I called to set up a date for the repairs and Glenn never responded! After a 2 week wait, I hired a …”
Betty Brown · ★ · Google · Jan 2025

We read 5 of 68 reviews · newest from Jan 2025

(866) 758-6200
Full report →Website ↗

Also serving Atlantic Highlands — 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.

Order A Plumber Inc. 5.0 (3 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 19.1 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Atlantic Highlands

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

  • Force Plumbing and Heating LLC — Pricing: reviewer alleges upselling to uninformed buyers — quoted price 250% above big-box for a marginally upgraded tank; refused to disclose model number upfront
  • 24 Hour Emergency Plumber NYC - Brooklyn — 1 reviewer explicitly states that multiple 5-star reviews appear AI-generated (all one-review accounts, identical phrasing) — review authenticity concern on a 42-review profile
  • Gatti Plumbing, Heating and Drain Cleaning LLC — One severe service failure with owner refusing remediation. Homeowner was left with unfinished work, property damage (flooring scratch, carpet stain, water damage), and a $1,500 charge with owner later claiming the price was too low. Owner stated this quality of work is what he 'expects' from staff.
  • AAA-Able Plumbing, Heating, & Drain Cleaning — 1 of 5 reviews (20%) reports complete communication breakdown after initial consultation, with a 2-week scheduling delay that resulted in customer abandonment—concerning pattern for small sample size.
  • Freedom Plumbing Heating and Sewer Service LLC — $550 charged to reset a toilet the customer had already removed and prepped; 1 of 5 sampled reviews rated 4-star citing cost as 'a bit too high given we had done part of the work already'
  • Force Plumbing and Heating LLC — 1 of 5 analyzed reviews warns of 250% pricing above big-box for water heater tanks; reviewer felt pressured and left after paying only the $50 visit fee
  • 24 Hour Emergency Plumber NYC - Brooklyn — 2-star review describes arriving 1 hour late (said supply store didn't open until 9), misleading scheduling, and an escalating invoice for a boiler not fixed — all on a middle-of-the-night emergency
  • William Archer & Sons Plumbing and Heating — Premium pricing: one reviewer noted $650 for 1 hour of work, acknowledged as 'going rate' but flagged as subjectively high

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Atlantic Highlands we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 45 reviews across 9 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 Allenhurst, Asbury Park, Deal, Eatontown, Fair Haven, Fort Monmouth, Highlands, Little Silver, Long Branch, Monmouth Beach, Navesink, Oakhurst, Oceanport, Rumson, Shrewsbury, West Long Branch — this Atlantic Highlands guide covers those areas.

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