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The 15 plumbers serving Centerburg, ranked.

18 plumbing companies serve the Centerburg area within 20 miles, and we've read 656 of their public reviews — the critical ones first. After-hours options are thin in Centerburg: just 7 of 18 list 24-hour service, so read those cards first if water is already moving. Rankings are not for sale.

Ratings run high here (median 4.7, 1 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 — 11 of the 18 companies have one — it's flagged below with their exact words. One number worth knowing: only one company in this radius — Andy's Affordable Plumbing — sits below 4.0 (2.3). Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and drain clearing.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown CenterburgHow 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: 613 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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Our top picks

Consistent evidence of showing up, honest pricing, and work that lasts
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Dave Riley's Drain Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (145 Google reviews) 18.3 mi from downtown Centerburg

Honest diagnostician who undercuts competitors by $15k-$40k and shows up within 24 hours, even on weekends with no surprise charges.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed145 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 145 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Dramatically lower pricing than competitors: 3 reviews document cases where Dave charged significantly less than other plumbers' quotes, including one $42,000 quote vs. Dave's affordable rate (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Fast emergency response: weekend repairs completed by noon with no extra charges, and next-morning availability documented (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Avoids unnecessary upsells: explicitly praised for honest assessment where competitors recommended $25k-$42k jobs that Dave resolved in under an hour (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Had to have my main line cleared had 3 different companies try, they lied try to upsell Dave got it done for me. For a lot less. Can't state how much we appreciate it!
Skylar Taylor · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 145 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

4.7 (121 Google reviews) 17.0 mi from downtown CenterburgNot a 24/7 shop

Westerville Plumbing & Drain holds 4.7 stars on 121 Google reviews with 73 of 79 analyzed being 5-star; fast_response in 11 of 79 analyzed, weekend emergencies handled, but 1 review flags a $700+ quote for a simple faucet replacement.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed121 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • $700+ quote for simple faucet replacement flagged in 1 of 79 reviews; small sample but meaningful given <25-review threshold is exceeded — 4 of 79 are 1-star (1 of 79 reviews)
  • 1 of 79 analyzed reviews cites a quote of over $700 for a simple bathroom faucet replacement under 1 hour of labor — reviewer called it taking advantage of customers (1 of 79 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response cited in 11 of 79 analyzed reviews; sump pump pipe split fixed within a few hours of calling; water heater sourced and installed same-day at reasonable price (cited in 2 of 79 reviews)
  • Weekend/late-night emergency dispatch confirmed; company sends a bio and photo before plumber arrives — communication detail noted positively (cited in 1 of 79 reviews)
  • Technicians proactively flag upcoming faucet issues during unrelated jobs; diagnosed and fixed jammed disposal caused by broken mug fragment promptly (cited in 1 of 79 reviews)
What reviewers praise
The service was A+ and all the technicians involved were great and answered all the questions and concerns my wife and I had. Great job!!! I would recommend you all to everyone. Thanks so much for making this a pleasurable experience.
Robert White · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
They wanted to charge me over $700 for a very simple bathroom faucet replacement with less than an hour of actual labor only. This place is terribly overpriced and takes advantage of customers that need help. I won't do business with them. This is as bad as …
Ross S · · Google · Dec 2025

We read 79 of 121 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Miller Brothers Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (99 Google reviews) 19.6 mi from downtown Centerburg

Arrives fast for emergencies including nights and weekends, with skilled technicians who explain work clearly and price competitively.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed99 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 99 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency responsiveness: 4 of 5 reviews highlight same-day or after-hours arrival, including Saturday and Sunday calls (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Technical problem-solving: Multiple reviews cite creative solutions for older homes and tight spaces, plus proactive identification of underlying issues (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent communication: 3 reviews explicitly praise clear explanations of problems and solutions before work begins (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
After moving into our new home in Newark, we decided it was time to replace our old water heater. We reached out for a few estimates, but when we called this plumbing company, Camden came out—even on a Sunday—to give us a quote for the same water heater, and …
Kurt P · ★★★★★ · 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 99 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Crawford Mechanical Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (74 Google reviews) 14.2 mi from downtown Centerburg

Dispatches within an hour for emergencies and communicates every step—all five reviewers gave 5 stars with zero complaints about pricing or workmanship.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed74 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 74 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency response: technician arrived within 1-2 hours on two separate winter furnace emergencies during holiday periods (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing: detailed estimates provided upfront with no surprise charges mentioned across reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Clear communication throughout job: 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly praised step-by-step explanations and seamless updates (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
We had an unexpected emergency with our furance. It could not be turned on until it was fixed. We were just about to leave for Christmas with my whole family. Hunter came out right away, got us up and running in about 2 hours. We didn't have to change our …
Mindfulness in Motion · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 74 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

4.9 (51 Google reviews) 19.7 mi from downtown CenterburgNot a 24/7 shop

Five-star track record with meticulous diagnostics and thorough testing—customers consistently praise how he listens and explains problems clearly.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed51 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 51 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Thorough problem diagnosis and comprehensive solutions. All 5 reviews highlight complete inspections, advanced equipment use, or detailed explanations of issues found. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong communication and customer respect. 3 reviews explicitly mention being kept informed, having questions answered patiently, or feeling heard during the service. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Reliable workmanship with thorough testing after repairs. 4 reviews confirm fixtures operate properly, systems handle heavy use, or work completed on schedule without callbacks. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Outdoor hose bibs were upgraded to frost resistant models before winter. The new fixtures feel solid and operate without leaks. Preventive advice was also shared to protect plumbing during colder months.
A Google User · ★★★★★ · 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 51 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4.3 (50 Google reviews) 19.7 mi from downtown CenterburgNot a 24/7 shop

Family-owned operation that diagnoses problems accurately, charges fairly, and shows up same-day—reviewers consistently praise them for costing less than big-name competitors.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed50 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 50 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • 5 of 5 reviews praise fair pricing and cost savings versus competitors; one reviewer noted R. Costa solved a problem 'for a fraction of the cost' versus Roto-Rooter's prior service (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Same-day and fast response capability demonstrated in 2 reviews; one explicitly mentions 'same day service' and another notes 'Mike responded quickly' (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • High attention to detail and thoroughness: technicians tested all work, checked for leaks, and cleaned up after themselves (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Our neighbors referred us to R. Costa Plumbing as that’s who they’ve always used. I reached out to them, sent them some pictures of our job to get an estimate. Their estimate was competitive. Their scheduling worked out perfectly. Nick and Isaac arrived …
Jeff Snow · ★★★★★ · Google · Oct 2025
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 50 reviews · newest from Oct 2025

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Bolon's Plumbing & Contracting

Top pick24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.8 (33 Google reviews) 16.6 mi from downtown Centerburg

Bolon's Plumbing shows 5 of 5 five-star reviews with perfect consistency — owner Shawne specializes in water main/insurance jobs, drove 2+ hours to serve when local companies ghosted, with same-day completion.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed33 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 33 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Handled insurance paperwork and city inspections on water main replacements — 3 of 5 reviews specifically mention water-line-repair with insurance coordination (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Fit emergency Christmas Eve water shutoff into schedule quickly — completed full waterline replacement same day including city inspection (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Trevyn replaced my leaky laundry valves, installed a bigger drain pipe, and helped me with my warranty/insurance claim. Very friendly, No issues afterwards. Would call them again if I have more issues
I DENNIS · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 33 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
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New Albany Plumbing & Drain

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.4 (22 Google reviews) 15.5 mi from downtown Centerburg

Small local plumber with 4.4★ on 22 reviews; 14 of 17 analyzed are 5-star with strong same-day garbage disposal response — one bait-and-switch pricing complaint ($99 agreed vs $400 demanded before any work began) is a notable red flag.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed22 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Tracker link didn't work and arrival time was 90 minutes late vs initial ETA; tech then quoted $400 before doing any work despite prior $99 agreement — reviewer gave zero stars (1 of 17 reviews)
  • Pricing inconsistency complaint: reviewer documents agreeing to $99 service call plus labor, then tech arrived and quoted $400 flat before starting work — reviewer disputes this as bait-and-switch (1 of 17 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day scheduling with live phone answer: reviewer called at 10am, got same-day appointment, tech called 15 minutes ahead of arrival — all documented in a single visit (cited in 1 of 17 reviews)
  • Camera and jetting capability for drain-to-septic work: used camera system to locate and jet roots in 3 places in a 75-foot clay tile run in 40-degree drizzle (cited in 1 of 17 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Good job clearing out our drain house to septic tank. Used the camera system to position and jet out roots in three places in a 75' run of clay tile. Cleared it right out. Tech recommended that a plastic liner be run thru. This was done in 40 degee …
Steve Johnson · ★★★★★ · Google · Nov 2025
The most critical take we found
Very misleading website. False Advertising. Says “free quote” and “request estimate” on their website. Then they charge a service fee when they come out, even if you don’t proceed with any work. Just awful. Photos of the website are attached. This is so …
Eric Churches · · Google · May 2024

We read 17 of 22 reviews · newest from Nov 2025

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Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (1,455 Google reviews) 17.2 mi from downtown Centerburg

4.9★ across 1,455 reviews; BBB A+ accredited. Dominant water heater installer (5 review mentions) with tankless expertise, but 2 slow_response signals and 1 no-show complaint in 80 analyzed.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,455 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Scheduling window without ETA: customer not notified of delay until they called 15 min before window close; near-rescheduled appointment with no proactive communication (review 1SQDlht00DM8YgF57p4q). (1 of 80 reviews)
  • Proactive communication gaps: 1 reviewer had to call themselves near end of 4-hour window to learn appointment might be rescheduled — no proactive heads-up given (review 1SQDlht00DM8YgF57p4q). (1 of 80 reviews)
  • Pricing flagged as higher than competitors in 1 of 80 analyzed reviews; themeCounts.expensive=1 vs fair_pricing=2, suggesting premium positioning (review t0iXotnPS7GBtl0EJ5wC). (1 of 80 reviews)

To be fair

  • Tankless water heater installs completed in a single day: Denis/Dennis team cited across 3 reviews for on-time arrival, thorough briefing, and clean site — crawlspace PVC runs and 40-gal haul included (reviews jMf96B2sDfBENnFCbLok, BMHmzdCSyqsVbAVZGLNZ, ZLV2lnntJHEBVxEiJC7z). (cited in 3 of 80 reviews)
  • Customer recovery visible in reviews: after a 1-star complaint, Eco called multiple times and sent Phil/John to rectify issues — reviewer updated to 5-star (review P3uQ4QSGQ7CsJzqfzmEW). (cited in 1 of 80 reviews)
  • Same-day availability cited 10 times in serviceMentions across 80 analyzed reviews; sewer inspection (Austin) found major issues and documented options in detail (review rqwJy0F9SsKorij2JvxC). (cited in 2 of 80 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Austin was absolutely amazing, he came out to do a sewer inspection and ended up finding some major issues, he wrote up the options and covered them with us in great detail. The team is coming to make the necessary repairs and I’m sure they will be just as …
Tyge Lopez · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Based on your advertising, I expected a company that values my time as much as I value yours. The four-hour service window without an ETA was already challenging, but what was most disappointing was the lack of communication. About 15 minutes before the …
T.J. Hufstetler · · Google · Feb 2026

We read 80 of 1,455 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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4.6 (138 Google reviews)4.0 on Yelp (11) 14.5 mi from downtown CenterburgNot a 24/7 shop

99 reviews analyzed: 92 five-star, 3 one-star, 2 two-star; water heater is the dominant category at 14 mentions; 1 documented case of new water heater leaking within a week of install and flooding basement.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed138 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • New water heater installed Monday leaked by Wednesday; tech couldn't return until Friday due to customer travel — basement flooded with several inches of water by Sunday, less than one week post-install. (1 of 99 reviews)
  • 3 slow_response theme hits; 1 reviewer never received an estimate after two follow-up calls over two weeks — quote process may stall on larger jobs. (1 of 99 reviews)

To be fair

  • Water heater failure after hours on a Friday resolved before opening — phones answered before listed opening time; BBB A+ accredited. (cited in 1 of 99 reviews)
  • Under-warranty water heater elements replaced at no cost — tech arrived within one hour and hot water restored in under two hours. (cited in 1 of 99 reviews)
What reviewers praise
They were able to provide service the day we needed it. Adam was very nice and explained everything well regarding our situation. He followed up with us regarding another concern.
Gretchen Brooks · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
Called to have them come out and hook up my new gas grill. Called the office on Thursday, November 18th and was told the soonest someone could come out was the day after Thanksgiving. They said they would send someone Friday the 19th to see what was needed …
Robert S. · · Yelp · Nov 2016

We read 99 of 138 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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4.9 (131 Google reviews)4.3 on Yelp (54) 2.3 mi from downtown CenterburgNot a 24/7 shop

A. Mann Plumbing holds 4.9★ across 131 reviews; 88 of 100 analyzed are 5-star with fast_response=27 and fair_pricing=7 — but 3 appointment no-shows in reviews and a 2-week booking lead time limit emergency usefulness.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed131 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Three separate reviewers report confirmed appointment with no-show and no contact — in two cases, tech never arrived after day-before text confirmation (51A1wnCCbUQS1gwajeKY, C4x62EoyD7lY7MjPRtic). (2 of 100 reviews)
  • Appointment no-show documented in 3 reviews spanning multiple years (C4x62EoyD7lY7MjPRtic, K1EKhrS2NpBC7L9gE6Ip, 51A1wnCCbUQS1gwajeKY); booking lead time of 2 weeks confirmed for non-emergency (K1EKhrS2NpBC7L9gE6Ip). (3 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response=27 across 100 analyzed reviews; Sunday afternoon sewer backup answered and resolved same day (dlFT1Ug2jB30QJU6Bu03); completed jobs three other plumbers had abandoned (GlkAljvpTQm7EmQKw1LQ). (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • fair_pricing=7; workmanship=14 across 100 analyzed reviews; copper pipe repairs praised for craftsmanship quality; 20-year customer retention documented (NaZaUY32Xvm2XQFXbAYm, 3LMUxkZe7kyD20r4XWWs). (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • Strong communication from office staff (Deborah/Debbie cited by name); communicates at every step per 2yXbrxQlpgAmdaqBe28y. (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We have used Mann for 20 years and will continue. Knowledgeable, trustworthy and provided good advice with explanations. David is personable and completed the toilet repair without issue. Thanks.
John H · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
I called A Mann for an estimate. We made an appointment. They texted the day before for confirmation and I answered and confirmed the time and date. When the time came, they didn't text, call, or show up. I called and left a message for them to text me. They …
Sharon A. · · Yelp · Dec 2021

We read 100 of 131 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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A. Friend Plumbing

Caveats applySmall track record
4.6 (30 Google reviews)3.4 on Yelp (10) 16.4 mi from downtown CenterburgNot a 24/7 shop

Solo operator Dave earns 36 of 43 five-star reviews with precise appointment times (not 2-hr windows) and same-day/Saturday availability; 5 one-star outliers flag reliability concerns with 14% negative sentiment.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed30 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Gives exact arrival times rather than windows — cited directly in 2 reviews (themeCounts.fast_response=10) (cited in 2 of 43 reviews)
  • Water heater estimates delivered within 30 minutes with competitive pricing vs. big-name firms — 7 service mentions (cited in 2 of 43 reviews)
  • Willing to advise DIY solutions at no charge — saves customers money rather than upselling unnecessary work (cited in 2 of 43 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One Yelp reviewer (1-star) called service 'totally unreliable and rude' — no follow-up context, but warrants awareness at 14% negative sentiment overall (1 of 43 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Moving in from out of state and had a plumbing issue in the basement that needed immediate fixing while we were in town for the weekend at our new home. Dave at A. Friend plumbing was the only one who was willing/able to come out on a Saturday to save my …
Tyler Frederick · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 2024
The most critical take we found
Will not use this guy again. I used him about six months ago to replace a leaking shower head cartridge. He had to come back the next day because he installed a faulty part. I used him this time, because everyone deserves a second chance, to replace the …
Jim Whalen · · Google · Dec 2021

We read 43 of 30 reviews · newest from Apr 2024

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
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Peterman Brothers Heating Cooling Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (536 Google reviews) 16.9 mi from downtown Centerburg

Consistently excellent across the board with near-perfect scores, same-day responsiveness, and transparent pricing—five reviewers unanimously praised their professionalism and attention to detail.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed536 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 536 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviews praise professionalism, knowledge, and integrity across multiple service areas (plumbing, furnace, tuneup) (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
  • Fast response times mentioned as competitive advantage; 1 review explicitly notes 'very quick to respond to a call' (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent communication and detailed explanation of work standard across 4 reviews; techs explain issues before and after repair (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Great service and friendly rep, Tyler. Tyler was knowledge and offered several options for my needs that didn’t break the bank. He took extra care and attention to our plumbing concerns and exemplified, excellent customer service. If all techs/reps are as …
Michael Holder · ★★★★★ · 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 536 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

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Jack L Woods Plumbing Co Inc

We'd call someone else first
4.4 (180 Google reviews)3.0 on Yelp (46) 17.0 mi from downtown CenterburgNot a 24/7 shop

Jack L. Woods runs 180 reviews at 4.4 stars but with 27% negative sentiment and reviewConsistency of 0.271 — a bimodal pattern of excellent techs (Matt, Jake, Dusty) vs. phone staff and permit-abandonment complaints.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed180 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Took full payment upfront on a permit job then stopped responding for 3+ weeks, leaving basement unfinished (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Charged for a leak repair that made the problem worse — second tech confirmed first tech did nothing; billing not reversed per reviewer (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Phone staff described as rude and condescending in 2 reviews — one customer was moved to tears; data retrieval requires repeating all contact info on every call (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Field techs arrive on time and leave work areas cleaner than they found them — themeCounts.fast_response=15, workmanship=14 (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Saved one customer $800+ vs. competitor quote on a toilet install — correctly identified flange was fine when rival said it needed replacement (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • After-hours Saturday call returned promptly — tech Jake helped remotely via photos rather than charging travel from a distant site (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Matt did a great job, right on time and let me know when he was on his way. Nice guy, got my drain cleared out and left the area cleaner than when he got there! Definitely recommend Jack Woods Plumbing!
Charlotte Hyland · ★★★★★ · Google · Nov 2025
The most critical take we found
If you want them to catch your house on fire and turn your life upside down then call them, otherwise stay away from these people. No accountability for what they did either to our lives and 6 months of you know what to get our life back. Negligence was …
Jeremy Glotz · · Google · May 2024

We read 100 of 180 reviews · newest from Nov 2025 · BBB A+ accredited

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D&L Plumbing

We'd call someone else first
4.2 (52 Google reviews)3.7 on Yelp (15) 15.1 mi from downtown CenterburgNot a 24/7 shop

4.2★ across 52 reviews with 15 of 60 analyzed being 1-star (25%); themeCounts show unprofessional=4 and slow_response=3 alongside professional=22 — polarized experience split between owner Nick and follow-through failures.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed52 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Sewer job: tore down neighbor's fence and killed two trees without notice, promised 30-day repair, went 60 days without returning calls — property listed for sale impacted (1 of 60 reviews)
  • Backflow test promised to city, never reported — customer's water nearly shut off; D&L didn't respond across multiple follow-up calls (1 of 60 reviews)
  • Radiant floor repair: left to get part, never called back despite 4 separate customer follow-up calls over unspecified period (1 of 60 reviews)

To be fair

  • Nick (owner) personally responded to plumbing emergency, walked customer through every step A-to-Z — cited as rare transparency in the field (cited in 1 of 60 reviews)
  • Gas line installed from exterior into house for new furnace; final charge came in well below estimate (cited in 1 of 60 reviews)
  • Burst pipe fixed same day; technician returned same visit to fix related issue discovered during repair (cited in 1 of 60 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Came to fix a burst pipe. Arrived on time, did quality work, and even came back same day to fix another problem with the same pipe that was discovered in the process. Made some great suggestions for how to prevent future issues. Highly recommend!
Will Clark · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Read all reviews before calling. Experienced everything described in the negative reviews, nothing from the positive. Person who answered wasn’t pleasant, kind of condescending when I inquired around specific services offered on their website to ensure they …
Preston Guinn · · Google · Sep 2025

We read 60 of 52 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

Also serving Centerburg — 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.

Best Plumbing 4.7 (12 Google reviews) · Westerville · 15.1 mi Call
Doone's Plumbing 4.9 (10 Google reviews) · Westerville · 14.7 mi Call
Andy's Affordable Plumbing 2.3 (3 Google reviews) · Newark · 18.7 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Centerburg

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

  • Westerville Plumbing & Drain$700+ quote for simple faucet replacement flagged in 1 of 79 reviews; small sample but meaningful given <25-review threshold is exceeded — 4 of 79 are 1-star
  • New Albany Plumbing & DrainTracker link didn't work and arrival time was 90 minutes late vs initial ETA; tech then quoted $400 before doing any work despite prior $99 agreement — reviewer gave zero stars
  • Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC TechniciansScheduling window without ETA: customer not notified of delay until they called 15 min before window close; near-rescheduled appointment with no proactive communication (review 1SQDlht00DM8YgF57p4q).
  • Eaton Plumbing, Inc.New water heater installed Monday leaked by Wednesday; tech couldn't return until Friday due to customer travel — basement flooded with several inches of water by Sunday, less than one week post-install.
  • A. Mann Plumbing LTDThree separate reviewers report confirmed appointment with no-show and no contact — in two cases, tech never arrived after day-before text confirmation (51A1wnCCbUQS1gwajeKY, C4x62EoyD7lY7MjPRtic).
  • Jack L Woods Plumbing Co IncTook full payment upfront on a permit job then stopped responding for 3+ weeks, leaving basement unfinished
  • Jack L Woods Plumbing Co IncCharged for a leak repair that made the problem worse — second tech confirmed first tech did nothing; billing not reversed per reviewer
  • D&L PlumbingSewer job: tore down neighbor's fence and killed two trees without notice, promised 30-day repair, went 60 days without returning calls — property listed for sale impacted

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Centerburg we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 613 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 Marengo, Mount Liberty, Sparta — this Centerburg guide covers those areas.

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