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The 15 plumbers serving West Elkton, ranked.

20 plumbing companies serve the West Elkton area within 20 miles, and we've read 340 of their public reviews — the critical ones first. After-hours options are thin in West Elkton: just 8 of 20 list 24-hour service, so read those cards first if water is already moving. Rankings are not for sale.

Ratings run high here (median 4.8, nobody below 4.0), but the depth behind them varies: 13 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 — 9 of the 20 companies have one — it's flagged below with their exact words. One number worth knowing: Thomas & Galbraith Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical alone carries 7,070 Google reviews — the deepest review base in this radius. Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and sewer work.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown West ElktonHow 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: 265 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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1-Tom-Plumber

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (3,428 Google reviews) 17.1 mi from downtown West Elkton

5.0 stars across 3,428 reviews; 5 of 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star. Water heater work appears in 2 of 5 quotes with holiday-weekend arrival confirmed in 1 review.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed3,428 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 3,428 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Holiday-weekend response confirmed — arrived in 1.5 hours on a holiday weekend after customer called multiple other companies without success (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians explain scope without upselling — 2 reviewers specifically note no pressure for extras and transparent step-by-step communication (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Thank you Jacob for all your hard work getting our new water heater here and installed. After calling numerous companies we happen to dial yours and you were here in a hour and half on a holiday weekend. Definitely extra kudos for explaining everything and …
Natalie Mays · ★★★★★ · 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 3,428 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4.9 (2,702 Google reviews) 16.3 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

4.9 stars / 2,702 reviews; all 5 sampled reviews are 5-star; same-day water heater replacement in 2-3 hours; beats smaller competitors on price and quality per multiple reviewers.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,702 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,702 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day and rapid dispatch: water heater replaced within hours of call in 2 of 5 reviews; non-emergency faucet repair dispatched within 2 hours (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Price advantage despite larger size: 1 reviewer explicitly states Korrect comes in cheaper than smaller competitors and does what others said could not be done (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Complex 3-day slab jack-hammer cast iron drain replacement praised for cleanliness and communication throughout the project (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Top notch service everytime I have used Korrect plumbing. They are a bigger outfit where you might assume they would be higher priced based on their size and newer equipment but its actually the opposite. They usually come in cheaper and their quality in work …
pnichol080 · ★★★★★ · 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 2,702 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

5.0 (443 Google reviews) 20.0 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

SouthTowne Plumbing, Heating & Cooling holds 5.0★ across 443 reviews; 5/5 analyzed reviews are 5-star with themeCounts.workmanship=3 and themeCounts.professional=3 — technicians Scott, Glenn, and Hunter each cited by name for thorough explanations.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed443 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 443 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Technicians arrive with photo documentation of findings, share pictures with homeowners, and avoid pressure sales on costly repairs — Scott, Glenn, and Hunter each praised by name. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Furnace installation praised for clear explanation of work, honest approach, and smooth process from quote to completion — customer noted install as stress-free vs. previous company. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Had an amazing experience with with Glenn and this furnace company. Glenn arrived in a timely manner. Diagnosed the issue quickly, and got our furnace up and running better than ever. Compared to the previous company we used, their service was on another …
Georgetta Shiverdecker · ★★★★★ · 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 443 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

5.0 (355 Google reviews) 20.0 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

5.0 stars, 355 reviews — sump-pump dispatch at 6 AM with tech on-site by 7 AM; gas-line quotes cited as half of competitors' prices; 1 review flagged appointment scheduling inconsistency.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed355 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 355 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • 6 AM sump-pump alarm call dispatched immediately; first tech arrived by 7 AM, replacement installed by 11 AM (1 of 5 analyzed reviews). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Gas-line quote described as 'very reasonable' against two 'extremely high' competitor prices; follow-up call to earn business (1 review). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Owner-plumbers educated customer on product differences rather than upselling; described as 'water quality obsessed' (1 of 5 reviews). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One reviewer cited an appointment entirely lost by a prior plumber then switched to Evergreen — suggesting scheduling failures exist in the market; Evergreen's own scheduling not directly implicated but slow_response theme tagged (1 of 5 analyzed reviews). (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
We noticed an alarm going off at 600am on our sump pump after a deluge of rain. We had a master service protection agreement with Evergreen so we called and someone was there to take our call at that early hour which was great. This person was very helpful …
Brian Mitchell · ★★★★★ · 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 355 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

4.8 (319 Google reviews) 17.3 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

4.8 stars across 319 reviews; all 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star with same-day dispatch confirmed in 2 of 5 reviews — contractor-preferred for remodel work cited explicitly; emergency faucet repair completed after 6:30 PM.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed319 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 319 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day service confirmed in 2 of 5 reviews, including a same-afternoon dispatch for urgent indoor plumbing and an outdoor spigot leak fixed same-day with work extending past 6:30 PM (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Used exclusively by at least one Cincinnati-area contractor for all remodel work over many years with zero problems reported (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians explain findings and next steps clearly: leak source identified within 3 hours of morning call with follow-up advice given on-site (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I had an urgent plumbing problem. I called Dupps one morning and they sent a plumber to my house the same afternoon. The plumber was very knowledgeable, professional, and helpful. He fixed my plumbing problem. I would recommend Dupps Plumbing and I will call …
Carrie Setser · ★★★★★ · 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 319 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

5.0 (214 Google reviews) 17.5 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

Chaney Services holds a perfect 5.0★ across 214 reviews; all 5 analyzed are 5-star — Nate resolved a complex external-downpipe drain issue in 5 minutes then continued snaking deeper to verify no hidden blockages.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed214 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 214 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Drain issue solved in ~5 minutes then Nate proactively continued deeper investigation at no added cost — thoroughness beyond minimum fix praised by reviewer. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Sewer rebuild with daily on-site presence; Nate communicated pros/cons of every decision and maintained constant contact from quote through completion. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Competitive pricing on both gas-line and tankless water heater installs; returned for second job based on combination of price and customer treatment. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
This is the 3rd time we have had Chaney services assist in our home. Nate did a great job. Had to snake and unclog a sewer drain. Will use them again for sure.
Jonathan Beer · ★★★★★ · 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 214 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

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Pembroke Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (177 Google reviews) 17.7 mi from downtown West Elkton

Pembroke Plumbing scores 4.9 stars across 177 reviews with weekend emergency availability confirmed, sub-hour response on burst pipe cited, and all 5 sampled reviews rated 5 stars.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed177 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 177 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Sub-hour emergency response on burst pipe: 'answered our call immediately and arrived on site within the hour' cited in 1 of 5 reviews for after-hours water line repair (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Weekend availability confirmed: sump pump failure resolved late on a weekend day in 1 of 5 reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians communicate throughout the job — progress narration and post-job follow-up option noted in 2 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
Our restoration company responded to an emergency water loss caused by a busted pipe, and the team at Pembroke was quick to support. They answered our call immediately and arrived on site within the hour. Their team efficiently repaired the pipe and restored …
Geetika Casmon · ★★★★★ · 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 177 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4.8 (128 Google reviews) 18.7 mi from downtown West Elkton

Mr. Rooter Butler/Warren holds 4.8★ across 128 reviews; all 5 analyzed are 5-star with reviewConsistency=1.0 — same-day arrival, no upselling, and clean installs confirmed across 3 distinct reviewers.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed128 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 128 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day appointment honored with no BS or upselling; install finished clean with no mess (TlmeszfmZzGNI6Xq2t4q). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • fast_response=2 and professional=3 across 5 analyzed; tech explained entire job while working and cleaned up completely (3GWTQ2PGpk86P4hj4PHJ). (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
The techs showed up right on time and didn't waste any time getting to work. They were straightforward about what needed to happen, no BS or upselling, which I definitely appreciated. The install was clean, the new unit is solid, and they didn't leave a mess …
Ryan Fawley · ★★★★★ · 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 128 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Chase Brothers Plumbing

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (119 Google reviews) 18.4 mi from downtown West Elkton

Chase Brothers holds 4.9★ across 119 reviews; all 5 analyzed are positive with fast_response=3 and multi-service emergency coverage confirmed — new construction plumbing, water main repair, and 6 follow-on jobs completed by the same crew.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed119 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 119 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency water main leak responded to quickly and resolved; crew called back for 6 additional jobs including toilet install, garbage disposal, water line to fridge, outdoor faucet, and bathroom vanity replumb (YWU9Vvod4EX1vkor55SN). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Upfront pricing, free estimate (others charged), and callback within a day of voicemail — reviewed as fair-not-lowest pricing (54VS6PMzCGucv2VkxdPT). (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Prevented unnecessary septic system replacement by correctly identifying grease trap — competitor had insisted no grease trap existed (0AlIvtW8ZI9pyIbzh8un). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
I recently had a great experience hiring a plumbing company to handle all the plumbing for my new construction home. The team was extremely professional and always made sure to listen carefully to what I needed. Every plumber I met was friendly and really …
Jason Chang · ★★★★ · 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 119 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4.6 (102 Google reviews) 13.6 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

4.6 stars across 102 reviews; 5 of 5 analyzed are 5-star with themeCounts.professional=5, fast_response=3, and workmanship=1 — same-day arrival confirmed in 3 of 5 reviewed cases.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed102 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 102 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day response confirmed in 3 of 5 analyzed reviews; outcompeted other plumbers who couldn't come for days in at least 2 separate incidents. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Fair pricing cited in 3 of 5 analyzed reviews (themeCounts reflects plumber-cost mentions); came in lower than every other quoted company in 1 sewer backup case. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Work done right the first time: Jeremy services multiple rental properties with no callbacks; ran camera down sewer line post-clearing to inspect for further damage. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Hands down an incredibly awesome business! They helped during an emergency situation, even on a holiday!! Jeremy was very professional and informative. He truly saved our holiday in our new home.
Niks · ★★★★★ · 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 102 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

4.8 (55 Google reviews) 17.6 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

LH Plumbing Services (sole proprietor Linda) earns 4.8★ on 55 Google reviews; 4 of 5 sampled reviews praise Linda's professionalism, though slow_response appears in 2 of 5 — she handles complex diagnoses that larger companies got wrong.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed55 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 55 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Arrived same-day, charged exactly what quoted, sent invoice immediately — zero billing surprises (themeCounts.fast_response=2). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Saved customer from unnecessary jackhammer full-slab replacement that a conglomerate plumber wrongly recommended; provided accurate diagnosis with less invasive options (themeCounts.professional=4). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Frozen drain diagnosed and fixed same day despite 'worst case scenario' cold-weather complications; confirmed problem-solving under pressure. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Scheduling flexibility noted as an issue in 2 of 5 reviews: slow_response theme appears alongside fast_response in the same review — availability can be inconsistent. (2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Linda showed up on time, charged exactly what she said she was going to, fixed the issue quickly, sent the invoice over right away. Will definitely call her for more projects.
Jake Hawkins · ★★★★★ · Google · Sep 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 55 reviews · newest from Sep 2025

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Greater Cincinnati

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (908 Google reviews)3.2 on Yelp (25) 19.6 mi from downtown West Elkton

4.7-star franchise with 908 reviews but reviewConsistency=0.461 — 15 one-star reviews in 100 analyzed; online scheduling praised, but sewer pipe installation failure and botched toilet repair are documented multi-visit failures.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed908 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • Sewer pipe installed incorrectly, yard dug up 3 times over multi-year period; pipe disconnected again while under warranty; promised camera inspection 'never happened' after week of calling. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • slow_response=3 and poor_workmanship=3 in 100 reviews; sewer pipe installed incorrectly requiring yard dug up 3 separate times; follow-up camera inspection promised but never sent. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Toilet repair charged $315, problem unfixed; second plumber sent did not cover shoes in rain; reviewer concluded 'DO NOT USE'. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response=15 in 100 reviews; resolved basement floor drain backup within 2 hours same day after rival plumber didn't call back for hours. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Froze-pipe crawlspace job praised — tech went into a very small crawlspace 'most plumbers would not even do' and videotaped for transparency. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
  • Online scheduling with fair, no-membership pricing noted in 1 recent review; no hidden fees on quoted job. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Marco did an excellent job clearing our kitchen sink drain and redoing the undersink piping. Very quick work, cleaned up completely before he left. Drain works so much better! Highly recommend Marco to take care of your plumbing needs!
S Lange · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Made an appt. on 11/6 at 2:30 pm for 11/7/2019 between 2 to 4 to come and give estimate for a new gas line from furnace to new stove top. Got call at 9:30 am on 11/7 saying have to cancel as gas pressure gauge is not available, I said you do not need that for …
Joseph S. · · Yelp · Nov 2019

We read 100 of 908 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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AA Plumbing

Caveats apply
4.3 (180 Google reviews) 18.9 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

AA Plumbing (Fairfield) holds 4.3 stars on 180 reviews — 4 of 5 analyzed are 5-star with strong workmanship on toilet and bathroom installs, but reviewConsistency is low (0.36) signaling notable 1-2 star volume not captured in this sample.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed180 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 180 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Samuel Dillion and Daniel cited by name for completing difficult basement toilet install and multi-day bathroom remodel — clean workmanship with post-job walkthroughs provided (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Cost-conscious approach confirmed by repeat customer across 2 separate visits — techs focus on resolving the issue without upselling or expanding scope unnecessarily (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • reviewConsistency score of 0.36 signals wide rating variance — overall Google average (4.3) implies notable 1-2 star volume beyond this 5-review sample (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I absolutely recommend AA Plumbing! Fast service ,Professional,and great quality work. Other companies past plumbers I tried never completely fixed my issues. But AA Plumbing makes sure work is completed and top quality. Great prices too. Call AA you won't be …
Anthony Billups · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2025
The most critical take we found
Never used them for plumbing services but after nearly be ran of the road by one of their drivers and watching him weave through traffic recklessly changing 3 or 4 lanes at a time going over 90mph I can safely say ill never be using a company that employs …
eric venturino · · Google · Aug 2025

We read 5 of 180 reviews · newest from Aug 2025

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Complete Plumbing

Caveats apply
4.6 (60 Google reviews) 19.9 mi from downtown West ElktonNot a 24/7 shop

4.6★ Google across 5 analyzed reviews (60 total); 4 of 5 analyzed are 5-star; skilled work on rusted pipes and sump pump systems; one 2★ review flags labor billed at $158/hr including parts-pickup time.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed60 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 60 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Workmanship=2 in themes; 5+ hour kitchen/bathroom pipe replacement left area spotless; sump pump discharge repair described as 'excellent quality' at a reasonable price (DT4Ig0q5NvXAZkd5bMxO, b8902h3xkn5JIsEZZZCsc). (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Upfront pricing integrity: quoted price matched final bill exactly, including on a messy backed-up tub/toilet job (NwDi6L01NHcfLtqFrqYB). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Labor billed at $158/hr including travel time to pick up parts from store; 1hr 40min parts-run charged at same rate as installation labor (5OJ7GLDNV4apDED6LOb1). (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I have been in Supply Chain for more than 45 years and I can't remember the last time I've worked with such a GREAT company. Complete Plumbing did an absolutely AMAZING job replacing the 25 year old shut-off valves under my kitchen sink. Shaun and Cameron …
Robert Lane · ★★★★★ · Google · Nov 2025
The most critical take we found
Complete Plumbing has installed a Water Heater in the past (2021) and now it has gone bad. They helped us to have a technician and found that the water heater was bad and under warranty. They didn't cover labor under warranty and just covered the water …
Onali Raja · ★★ · Google · Jul 2024

We read 5 of 60 reviews · newest from Nov 2025

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
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Thomas & Galbraith Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (7,070 Google reviews)1.8 on Yelp (100) 19.0 mi from downtown West Elkton

4.7★ across 7,070 reviews but 55 of 100 sampled are 1-star; surprise fees cited in 4 reviews, slow response in 13, and pricing complaints dominate with 52 plumber-cost mentions.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed7,070 total on Google
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Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • Surprise fees pattern: 4 of 100 reviews cite unexpected charges (themeCounts.surprise_fees=4); one case documents $94 trip charge for tech who arrived without the part, then $882 flat-rate quote. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Escalating estimates documented: $4,000 initial estimate for a drain issue, crew dug a hole, declared wrong diagnosis, then revised to $17,900+ to continue — customer lost $600 of $2,000 deposit. (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Agreement reversal: tech verbally offered $287 + augering deal, then company called next day refusing to honor it and quoted $1,065 power-wash with no guarantee. (1 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • Diagnosis quality praised in 3-star and 5-star reviews: $100 service/diagnosis fee rated as fair value, with accurate pinpointing of complex HVAC/plumbing issues. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
  • Burst pipe repair under a 135-year-old house completed in a day and a half with camera diagnosis and full cleanup; maintenance contract holders report consistent satisfaction. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Review long overdue as I have been a T&G customer and monthly member for over 2+yrs now. Simply our every technician has been phenomenal. I've used plumbing and heating. And soon I'll use the electrical service. Every technician has been informative, …
Toriano Franklin · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
They came out to do a repair on my furnace at one of my rental properties. I only had them come out because my usual guy was unavailable. His price to repair was over $8,000.00. Insane! I ended up waiting for my guy to go out. He replaced my furnace for …
Michael T. · · Yelp · Dec 2025

We read 100 of 7,070 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

Also serving West Elkton — 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.

Ed Rike Plumbing Heating & Air 4.7 (53 Google reviews) · Cincinnati · 17.7 mi Call
Cook Plumbing, Inc. 4.4 (25 Google reviews) · Fairfield · 15.9 mi Call
Plum Perfect Plumbing 4.8 (24 Google reviews) · Fairfield · 18.8 mi Call
C J Hughes & Sons Plumbing Co 4.0 (21 Google reviews) · Fairfield · 18.0 mi Call
Restoration Plumbing 5.0 (21 Google reviews) · Kettering · 19.6 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in West Elkton

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

  • Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Greater CincinnatiSewer pipe installed incorrectly, yard dug up 3 times over multi-year period; pipe disconnected again while under warranty; promised camera inspection 'never happened' after week of calling.
  • Thomas & Galbraith Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & ElectricalSurprise fees pattern: 4 of 100 reviews cite unexpected charges (themeCounts.surprise_fees=4); one case documents $94 trip charge for tech who arrived without the part, then $882 flat-rate quote.
  • Thomas & Galbraith Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & ElectricalEscalating estimates documented: $4,000 initial estimate for a drain issue, crew dug a hole, declared wrong diagnosis, then revised to $17,900+ to continue — customer lost $600 of $2,000 deposit.
  • Thomas & Galbraith Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & ElectricalAgreement reversal: tech verbally offered $287 + augering deal, then company called next day refusing to honor it and quoted $1,065 power-wash with no guarantee.
  • Evergreen Plumbing & Drains - Centerville & DaytonOne reviewer cited an appointment entirely lost by a prior plumber then switched to Evergreen — suggesting scheduling failures exist in the market; Evergreen's own scheduling not directly implicated but slow_response theme tagged (1 of 5 analyzed reviews).
  • LH Plumbing Services LLCScheduling flexibility noted as an issue in 2 of 5 reviews: slow_response theme appears alongside fast_response in the same review — availability can be inconsistent.
  • Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Greater Cincinnatislow_response=3 and poor_workmanship=3 in 100 reviews; sewer pipe installed incorrectly requiring yard dug up 3 separate times; follow-up camera inspection promised but never sent.
  • Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Greater CincinnatiToilet repair charged $315, problem unfixed; second plumber sent did not cover shoes in rain; reviewer concluded 'DO NOT USE'.

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving West Elkton we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 265 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.
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Areas served

The plumbers on this page also serve Camden, Collinsville, Oxford, Somerville — this West Elkton guide covers those areas.

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