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The 15 plumbers serving Central Islip, ranked.

We track 60 plumbing companies working within 20 miles of Central Islip and have read 296 of their reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB — including every one-star review we could find. 31 answer 24/7 per their Google listings; where reviewers describe real middle-of-the-night calls, that evidence is quoted on the cards below. Rankings are not for sale.

Central Islip'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. 34 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 21 of the 60 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: Universe Home Services alone carries 7,588 Google reviews — the deepest review base in this radius. Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is burst pipes and flooding.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown Central IslipHow 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: 75 reviews across 15 businesses.

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

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

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

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

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Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
1

Suffolk Plumbing Inc

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (821 Google reviews) 13.2 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Exceptional emergency response and workmanship, but pricing transparency is a significant problem—get a detailed estimate before committing to their hourly rates.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed821 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 821 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • One reviewer explicitly reports being pressured into open-ended hourly billing on a non-emergency frozen pipe without realistic assessment or cost justification—concerning sales practice on borderline situations (1 of 5 reviews)
  • 1 of 5 reviewers reports quoting $425/hour + $375/hour thereafter + $125 service fee with no clear timeframe or scope, framing a frozen (not burst) pipe as urgent without transparent explanation of alternatives (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing fairness dimension scores only 53/100 despite strong Google ratings, indicating significant customer concern about cost transparency and fair pricing practices (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • 4 of 5 reviews praise rapid response and same-day service, with owner Ken personally dispatching top technician Luis for urgent water heater failure (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • 3 of 5 reviewers specifically mention clean, neat workmanship and taking time to do jobs right (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviewers describe professional demeanor and stress-free experience during pipe burst and water heater emergencies (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Had a really great experience! Everyone that was here helped after a pipe burst behind my wall and created so much less stress for me in so many ways. They helped from the bottom up and did everything for me. I really didn't worry about anything which was …”
Dominique F · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“I’m posting separately to add additional context to a recent review about this company’s visit to our home. We had no water from our kitchen sink, but every other faucet in the house (4 bathrooms and our laundry sink) had normal hot and cold water. This was …”
Marc Favro · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 821 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(631) 813-9384
Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
2

Universe Home Services

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (7,588 Google reviews) 11.5 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response with honest technicians, but expect premium pricing and occasional quality control gaps on service work.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed7,588 total on Google
5★3
4★1
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 7,588 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Service completion concerns: one reviewer of 5 reported boiler tune-up was not completed as expected (soot and pipes never cleaned despite being charged $270), suggesting possible gap between service description and execution (1 of 5 reviews)
  • High emergency pricing: multiple reviewers note pricing is 'on the high side,' with one reviewer paying $270 for boiler tune-up that appeared incomplete (2 of 5 reviews)
  • Inconsistent service quality on maintenance work: $270 boiler tune-up showed no evidence of cleaning despite being core to service (no shop vac visible, no soot removal performed) (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Emergency availability and rapid response: crew responded within 24 hours for furnace installation emergency, and multiple reviewers praise punctuality and timeliness (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Honest billing practices: technician declined to charge for out-of-scope diagnostic work and recommended alternative service instead (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong installation workmanship: HVAC system installed flawlessly with attention to cleanliness and detail (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“We recently had a R install HVAC AC-Service installed by Tommy Ercolano and his crew from Universe Home Services, and the entire experience was outstanding. Tommy was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything throughout the …”
Zulin Cischke · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found
“I guess you don't get what you pay for. Paid 270 with tax to have a tune up on my oil boiler a few days ago. Everything seems to be fine but I never saw the tech bring a shop vac or anything to clean up the soot in the boiler. So after a few days I checked …”
Enrique Infante · ★ · Google · May 2026

We read 5 of 7,588 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(516) 951-0506
Full report →Website ↗
3

NH Ross

We'd call someone else first
4.7 (2,667 Google reviews) 13.3 mi from downtown Central IslipNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Dispatch and technicians arrive within 20 minutes for emergencies with excellent workmanship, but sales team uses high-pressure tactics and pricing lacks transparency.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,667 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,667 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Sales pressure and pricing manipulation—one detailed review documents manipulative sales tactics with conditional discounts tied to immediate payment and scheduling, suggesting a systematic approach rather than isolated incident (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Quality control variance in crew composition—one reviewer noted lead technician was 'fantastic' but 'accompanied by inferior help,' indicating inconsistent technician pairing standards (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Sales team uses aggressive tactics including high-pressure same-day closure offers and artificial urgency ('let me call the manager' play) (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Emergency response is exceptional—multiple reviewers report 20-minute arrival times even for urgent calls (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians deliver thorough, professional work—4 of 5 reviews specifically praise workmanship quality, testing, and explanations (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Same-day problem resolution documented—one reviewer had parts shortage handled same-visit with rapid parts delivery (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Your tech install, Paul and his coworker Cole provided excellent service. They were very professional and polite. They installed the attic fan and went over the details of the installation and operation of the fan functions. Also, I would like to mention that …”
Michael Petry · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found
“Based on recent service call and quote for entire tankless system I give NH Ross a solid 5 rating. Both the technician, John, and sales rep., Jose were courteous, knowledgeable and very professional. Our cast iron boiler did the job for the last 23 years, …”
ARTIE GRANIELA · ★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 5 of 2,667 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(631) 397-0359
Full report →Website ↗
4

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,906 Google reviews) 11.1 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Extremely fast to respond and skilled at diagnosis, but one customer experienced repeated failures on the same repair job that required a competitor to fix it properly.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,906 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,906 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Critical workmanship failure documented: same plumber misdiagnosed a faucet basket as non-leaking on 12/23/25, then charged $628 to replace it on 1/11/26 without properly tightening it, resulting in continued leaks that a competitor fixed by merely tightening the basket and re-sealing the elbow—customer had no water access for 3 days (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Quality control failure on repeat visits—one customer required two service calls totaling $791.35 for the same kitchen faucet leak, then needed a third plumber to properly seal the connections and tighten the basket that Roto-Rooter had installed (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing fairness is inconsistent—one reviewer praised competitive pricing vs. local plumbers, but another incurred $791+ in failed repairs requiring external remediation (2 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness—multiple reviewers highlight rapid arrival and quick diagnosis even for complex issues (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong diagnostic ability—identified structural pipe damage others might have missed and found corroded pipe under basement slab with minimal collateral damage (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Honest communication approach—explicitly avoids upselling unnecessary repairs and explains work rationale to customers (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Our bathtub had started draining slowly despite repeated cleaning attempts, so we had the drain assembly replaced entirely. The plumber removed the old hardware carefully and installed a new drain system in just a few hours. Compared to before, water drains …”
rafaela santos · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found
“On 12/23/25, Invoice #24797562 (paid $163.12), a man from your company was dispatched to repair a leak under the kitchen faucet. He diagnosed that the elbow was leaking in 2 places and sealed the leaks. On 1/11/26, Invoice #24831128 (paid $628.23), the same …”
Tennis Lover · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 1,906 reviews · newest from May 2026

(516) 690-8172
Full report →Website ↗
5

Ray The Plumber

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,665 Google reviews) 4.1 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Arrives fast even in emergencies (snowstorm response), fair pricing, but one critical failure where post-repair water damage exceeded the original problem.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,665 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,665 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • 1 of 5 reviews reports work created a worse problem than the original issue (water damage far exceeding initial leak), indicating potential quality control gap in final inspections (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Post-repair water damage: hose reattachment resulted in catastrophic kitchen floor flooding days after initial service, with second technician acknowledging failure to warn customer of seal risk (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Emergency responsiveness: arrived earlier than scheduled despite major snowstorm during 1am call (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviews praise fair, transparent pricing without hidden costs (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians explain issues before fixing and verify work completion (4 of 5 reviews mention professionalism and thoroughness) (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Excellent job today from Jeff and Matt. Both were extremely professional and fixed the toilet leak. Communication from the office was excellent and all time lines were met! This was my first time using Ray The Plumber and I will certainly use them again! …”
Artie Ferro · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found
“Would not recommend. We had the company out about 2 weeks ago because of a small leak we had under the kitchen sink. They came out the same or next day to look at it. Everything looked fine, price was the price (I’ve seen reviews complaining about the price, …”
Sean P. McAdam · ★ · Google · Oct 2025

We read 5 of 1,665 reviews · newest from May 2026

(631) 581-2500
Full report →Website ↗
6

Sal Manzo Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

We'd call someone else first
4.8 (1,448 Google reviews) 17.8 mi from downtown Central IslipNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Extremely fast to respond (texts you pics en route) and thorough on diagnosis, but one major repair cost $4k over two weeks with recurring failures suggesting potential diagnostic misses.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,448 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,448 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Single 1-star review documents repeated system failures after expensive repairs ($4k spent), suggesting possible diagnostic gaps or inadequate root-cause analysis on complex HVAC issues (1 of 5 reviews)
  • One significant case: customer paid ~$4k for two heater repairs within one week, then system failed again days later, raising questions about whether root cause was properly identified in initial diagnosis (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness—technician proactively texted photo confirmation while en route to job (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviewers praise workmanship quality and problem-solving skill, including handling complex intermittent faults (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Customer-first mindset: explicitly avoids unnecessary upsells and suggests cost-effective alternatives over high-margin repairs (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“The experience with Sal Manzo, plumbing and heating -cooling company, is a very pleasant one from start to finish. The office staffs and the technician are extremely friendly and professional. The technician, Dan, sent us a text with a pic of himself …”
duongnhieu · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 2026
The most critical take we found
“I paid about $4k over the past weeks for two separate heater repairs. I understand the unit is older and likely due for replacement within the next year or so. However, I relied on the company’s recommendation to proceed with repairs. During the first visit, …”
Elisa Yoon · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 1,448 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(516) 783-0490
Full report →Website ↗
7

Varsity Home Service

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (1,287 Google reviews) 3.9 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Arrives fast for emergencies, charges fairly without pressure tactics, and completes quality work same-day—reviewers repeatedly praise their integrity and follow-through.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,287 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,287 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast emergency response: responded first thing in the morning after a furnace emergency and completed full replacement within hours (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Same-day installation capability: 2 of 5 reviewers report work completed same day (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing without high-pressure sales: explicitly documented in 2 reviews as laying out options rather than upselling (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“We've had business with this company for years. To be honest, they have been the most reliable trades company we have ever dealt with. We really appreciate their reliability, communication, and follow-through. It's like a breath of fresh air. I wish all …”
Melody Fonville · ★★★★★ · 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 1,287 reviews · newest from May 2026

(631) 305-2227
Full report →Website ↗
8

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,245 Google reviews) 4.7 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Shows up fast for emergencies without weekend surcharges, but some customers feel the base pricing is steep.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,245 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,245 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency response: 4 of 5 reviews highlight rapid arrival or same-day scheduling during urgent situations, including late-night and weekend calls (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • No emergency surcharges: explicitly praised for not adding weekend/emergency premiums that competitors charge ($150–$225), with service within 90 minutes (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technician quality and perseverance: multiple reviews highlight individual technicians (Vincent, Manuel, William, Alex) for problem-solving, transparency, and commitment to finishing the job same-day even in harsh conditions (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing perceived as high for routine work: one reviewer noted the base price felt 'kind of hard high' and 'expensive' for a standard drain unclog, despite appreciating the trustworthiness (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“The young man that came here today was very courteous polite respectful. Gave us our options which was very good. He unclogged our kitchen drain that was running very slowly. But he did tell us we could go a little longer if we wanted to but we have a big …”
Pamela Dimig · ★★★★★ · 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 1,245 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(631) 652-3475
Full report →Website ↗
9

1-Tom-Plumber

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (1,243 Google reviews) 11.4 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Consistently excellent across all dimensions—fast appointment scheduling, clear pricing breakdowns upfront, and thorough explanations, with multiple techs (Will, David, Chris) earning individual praise for professionalism even during emergencies.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,243 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,243 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviews praise clear communication and pricing transparency; 3 explicitly mention detailed price breakdowns or cost explanations before work began (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Fast scheduling and appointment availability noted; one reviewer specifically highlighted 'fast appointment' as differentiator (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Named technicians (Will, David, Chris) consistently described as professional, knowledgeable, and courteous across multiple reviews (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“They did excellent job replacing my moen shower valve and clean up afterwards. They were professional and efficient. Finished the job within two hours. Great experience. I highly recommend this team.”
Brian · ★★★★★ · 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 1,243 reviews · newest from May 2026

(631) 532-8441
Full report →Website ↗
10

Order a Plumber Inc.

We'd call someone else first
4.9 (1,023 Google reviews) 3.0 mi from downtown Central IslipNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Dispatches techs within an hour for emergencies and charges fairly, with consistently flawless workmanship across all job types.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,023 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,023 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency response: 2 of 5 reviewers specifically praise rapid dispatch (within an hour for frozen pipe, next-day service for weekend sewer clog) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Workmanship quality: All 5 reviews mention efficient, thorough, or high-quality work; 2 specifically note cleanliness and attention to detail (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Fair pricing: 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly describe pricing as 'reasonable,' 'extremely reasonable,' or fairly priced relative to service quality (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“John and Joe were excellent from start to finish. John came out on Tuesday to provide a quote and returned promptly on Thursday to complete the job. They arrived on time, worked efficiently, and did a great job removing the old hot water tank and installing …”
Laura Slater · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 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 1,023 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(631) 234-0687
Full report →Website ↗
11

FIX-A-LEAK Plumbing & Heating Inc.

We'd call someone else first
4.8 (782 Google reviews) 13.5 mi from downtown Central IslipNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Arrives fast for emergencies and delivers clean, expert work, but pricing feedback is mixed and one customer felt a plumber overstepped with unsolicited health advice.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed782 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 782 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • One plumber gave unsolicited medical/lifestyle advice ('drink more water') to a customer with stated elimination issues, crossing professional boundaries and causing offense despite quality work
  • Pricing transparency concern: one review ($349 toilet repair) lacks context on whether cost was fair for the service, and another reviewer noted 'pricing was great,' suggesting inconsistent value perception across jobs

To be fair

  • 4 of 5 reviewers praise workmanship quality, with specific mentions of professional installation, thorough leak checks, and attention to detail like correcting previous mistakes (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • 3 of 5 reviewers highlight fast emergency response, including same-day service and immediate office callbacks before technician arrival (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • 2 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention manager Rick's communication practices, including pre-arrival phone calls and transparent issue evaluation (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Had a water heater installed along with a few plumbing fixes, and the work was excellent. Everything was done cleanly and professionally, including correcting a previous SharkBite connection and adding a pressure gauge. The team was knowledgeable, efficient, …”
Vin P · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found
“I wasn’t here at the time your plumber fixed my stopped up toilet. Betty said that he went to the bathroom and said. “$349.” The work was fine. As he was leaving, he said, “A piece of advice. Drink more water.” Without getting too graphic I have several …”
jack o'neil · ★★ · Google · Jun 2026

We read 5 of 782 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(631) 540-2023
Full report →Website ↗
12

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (721 Google reviews) 7.9 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Consistently high-quality work with fast response times—multiple reviewers praised same-day arrival and thorough explanations, though limited sample size prevents deeper pricing analysis.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed721 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 721 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Fast emergency response: called at 7:45 AM, technician arrived by 9:00 AM same day for gas leak (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviews mention meticulous workmanship and professionalism—technicians named (Mike, Dave, James) each praised for care, knowledge, and attention to detail (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
  • Communicates clearly and answers questions—one reviewer noted technician explained gas leak situation and work thoroughly; another mentioned 'very professional and informative service call' (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Ben does a great job. I have trusted them with my projects since 2018!! Would recommend!!!”
arnold wadley · ★★★★★ · 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 721 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(631) 305-2482
Full report →Website ↗
13

Chivalry Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (621 Google reviews) 14.3 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Excellent emergency response and workmanship, but pricing transparency issues emerge when jobs go wrong—one customer was charged $500 then $900 for the company's own faulty installation.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed621 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 621 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Service recovery failure: When initial installation leaked, company blamed customer's product choice rather than acknowledge installation error, then used possession of customer's receipt/box as leverage for expensive replacement (1 of 5 reviews)
  • High variance in pricing fairness scores (40-point spread) with one 1/5 star review citing $1,400 total charges for work that required homeowner intervention to complete (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Quality control gaps: Initial faucet installation failed to tighten valve properly, then second visit technician didn't verify fix before leaving, requiring homeowner to resolve (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day emergency appointments: 2 of 5 reviewers specifically praise rapid scheduling during urgent situations (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Diagnostic sophistication: Uses thermal imaging to locate difficult leaks in slab foundations, demonstrating above-average problem-solving (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Installation efficiency and quality: Completed full boiler removal and installation in one day with professional workmanship (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“The winter of 2025-2026 was pretty brutal, with temps in single digits on some days. I had shut off our first floor baseboard heating due to a leak somewhere in the water pipe system. However the old Levitt house we live in have the pipes embedded into the …”
Jorge Leeao · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 2026
The most critical take we found
“We used Chivalry (previously known as Aquaman) for many years. They used to be good, but not anymore. When we called them we were told we needed to get the faucet ourselves and that they would come to replace it. Fine, we went to Home Depot and picked up a …”
Best Cooker · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 621 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(516) 726-4275
Full report →Website ↗
14

US Air Conditioning & Heating

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (609 Google reviews) 12.1 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Exceptionally fast emergency response with thorough diagnostics, but pricing fairness scores notably lower than workmanship and reliability.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed609 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 609 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • 5 of 5 reviews praise rapid emergency response and after-hours availability, including holiday service and same-day dispatch (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviews highlight thorough, detailed diagnostic work and testing before repair (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Consistent emphasis on clear communication during service, with technicians explaining work in real-time (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing fairness dimension scored 75/100, notably lower than reliability (93) and responsiveness (93), suggesting cost concerns relative to service quality (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“I had a whole new central air air-conditioning unit installed.Technician Michael was polite and knowledgeable. He was very thorough and honest. he did good work and was very professional. Everything was clean when he was done. He tested everything to …”
Thomas Muccio · ★★★★★ · 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 609 reviews · newest from May 2026

(631) 473-0090
Full report →Website ↗
15

Master Plumbing Heating Cooling

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.5 (399 Google reviews) 11.9 mi from downtown Central Islip
Our take — how we form it

Shows up on time and diagnoses problems quickly, but only 5 reviews limits confidence in pricing fairness claims.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed399 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 399 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviewers praise punctuality and timeliness—technicians arrive when promised and complete jobs quickly (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong emergency responsiveness: technician Joey arrived quickly and immediately diagnosed the problem; Robert called 30 minutes before appointment (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Handles complex projects with expertise—replaced century-old drain pipe and completed full boiler/furnace systems in under 2 days (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Amazing customer service super friendly my ac unit was working but leaking water in my basement. Joey arrived quickly and immediately knew the problem needed to replace a hose, pump and provide some routine cleaning maintenance to the system that I was not …”
Heather Rubin · ★★★★★ · 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 399 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Also serving Central Islip — 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.

Rubber Duck Plumbing Inc. 4.7 (399 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 12.7 mi Call
All Island Plumbing Heating & Cooling 4.9 (370 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 14.5 mi Call
VP Plumbing & Heating 4.9 (360 Google reviews) · Coram · 13.7 mi Call
Perry's Plumbing & Heating, Inc. 4.9 (360 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 16.0 mi Call
Rooter Man Long Island 4.9 (357 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 15.0 mi Call
Lucky Day Plumbing, Inc. 4.9 (245 Google reviews) · Coram · 9.4 mi Call
Minutemen Sewer & Drain 4.5 (238 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 13.4 mi Call
Allied/All-City 4.5 (217 Google reviews) · Patchogue · 12.5 mi Call
Rescue Cesspool & Drain 4.8 (204 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 1.6 mi Call
Sampson Plumbing & Heating 4.8 (180 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 4.8 mi Call
ROTO 24/7 5.0 (178 Google reviews) · Smithtown · 3.5 mi Call
Behlen Plumbing & Heating 5.0 (161 Google reviews) · Smithtown · 6.8 mi Call
Gerken Plumbing and Heating 5.0 (159 Google reviews) · Huntington · 12.1 mi Call
Red Lion 24/7 Emergency Plumbing Heating & Drains 5.0 (151 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 15.3 mi Call
Mike the Plumber 5.0 (147 Google reviews) · Patchogue · 4.0 mi Call
Sullivan Plumbing & Heating Inc 5.0 (144 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 14.7 mi Call
All Shore Plumbing, Heating & Cooling 5.0 (141 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 16.7 mi Call
Paradise Plumbing 4.9 (118 Google reviews) · Patchogue · 17.4 mi Call
Imperial Plumbing & Heating 4.9 (90 Google reviews) · Huntington · 13.4 mi Call
Rapid Response Cesspool, Sewer & Drain 5.0 (85 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 6.1 mi Call
Triple R Services, LLC 4.9 (77 Google reviews) · Smithtown · 7.3 mi Call
Extreme Plumbing N.Y. Inc. 4.9 (65 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 18.7 mi Call
Abalene Plumbing & Heating Inc 4.8 (60 Google reviews) · Huntington · 16.2 mi Call
JHMoran Plumbing and Heating 4.8 (50 Google reviews) · Huntington · 12.7 mi Call
Hilltop Plumbing & Heating 4.2 (48 Google reviews) · Patchogue · 11.1 mi Call
B&R Plumbing and Heating 4.6 (45 Google reviews) · Smithtown · 4.5 mi Call
Quality Cesspool 4.7 (44 Google reviews) · Huntington · 10.4 mi Call
Outstanding Plumbing & Heating 4.6 (42 Google reviews) · Smithtown · 5.8 mi Call
Riley Plumbing & Heating LLC 5.0 (42 Google reviews) · Smithtown · 5.9 mi Call
George The Sewer Gator Plumbing & Drain Cleaning 5.0 (37 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 15.0 mi Call
Your Town Cesspool Plumbing 4.2 (31 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 0.4 mi Call
Pristina Plumbing and Heating 4.6 (29 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 14.8 mi Call
ProRenoServ Construction Team 5.0 (24 Google reviews) · Coram · 9.7 mi Call
Jack Berleth & Sons Inc. 4.9 (24 Google reviews) · Huntington · 13.4 mi Call
M&M Precision Plumbing And Heating Corp 4.9 (21 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 3.2 mi Call
A Better Plumber Inc. 5.0 (20 Google reviews) · Massapequa · 7.4 mi Call
Hydrosphere Corp 4.8 (20 Google reviews) · Huntington · 10.7 mi Call
Martino Plumbing 5.0 (17 Google reviews) · Huntington · 15.9 mi Call
Elm Plumbing & Heating 4.1 (14 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 0.7 mi Call
Gene Duffy Plumber 5.0 (14 Google reviews) · Huntington · 11.8 mi Call
Emerald City Plumbing and Heating Corp. 5.0 (354 Google reviews) · Patchogue · 17.5 mi Call
JA Plumbing Services 5.0 (13 Google reviews) · Smithtown · 4.8 mi Call
Preferred Plumbing & Heating 2.7 (7 Google reviews) · Central Islip · 2.6 mi Call
Assured Plumbing & Heating 3.4 (5 Google reviews) · Patchogue · 8.4 mi Call
Cavorti Plumbing 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Coram · 13.2 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Central Islip

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

  • Suffolk Plumbing Inc — One reviewer explicitly reports being pressured into open-ended hourly billing on a non-emergency frozen pipe without realistic assessment or cost justification—concerning sales practice on borderline situations
  • Universe Home Services — Service completion concerns: one reviewer of 5 reported boiler tune-up was not completed as expected (soot and pipes never cleaned despite being charged $270), suggesting possible gap between service description and execution
  • NH Ross — Sales pressure and pricing manipulation—one detailed review documents manipulative sales tactics with conditional discounts tied to immediate payment and scheduling, suggesting a systematic approach rather than isolated incident
  • NH Ross — Quality control variance in crew composition—one reviewer noted lead technician was 'fantastic' but 'accompanied by inferior help,' indicating inconsistent technician pairing standards
  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup — Critical workmanship failure documented: same plumber misdiagnosed a faucet basket as non-leaking on 12/23/25, then charged $628 to replace it on 1/11/26 without properly tightening it, resulting in continued leaks that a competitor fixed by merely tightening the basket and re-sealing the elbow—customer had no water access for 3 days
  • Ray The Plumber — 1 of 5 reviews reports work created a worse problem than the original issue (water damage far exceeding initial leak), indicating potential quality control gap in final inspections
  • Sal Manzo Plumbing, Heating & Cooling — Single 1-star review documents repeated system failures after expensive repairs ($4k spent), suggesting possible diagnostic gaps or inadequate root-cause analysis on complex HVAC issues
  • FIX-A-LEAK Plumbing & Heating Inc. — One plumber gave unsolicited medical/lifestyle advice ('drink more water') to a customer with stated elimination issues, crossing professional boundaries and causing offense despite quality work

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Central Islip we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 75 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 Albertson, Amityville, Babylon, Bay Shore, Bayport, Bayville, Bellmore, Bethpage, Bohemia, Brentwood, Brightwaters, Carle Place, Centereach, Centerport, Cold Spring Harbor, Commack, Copiague, Deer Park, East Islip, East Meadow, East Northport, East Norwich, Farmingdale, Freeport — this Central Islip guide covers those areas.

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