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The 15 plumbers serving Bristol, ranked.

We read 476 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 25 plumbers serving Bristol — including the one-star reviews other directories bury — and ranked them the way we'd rank them for a friend. The number that matters most here: only 9 of the 25 list 24-hour service — if it's the middle of the night, start with those. Rankings are not for sale.

Bristol's problem isn't finding a plumber; it's telling them apart — the median rating here is 4.6, and when everyone has five stars, the stars stop helping. 7 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 15 of the 25 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: Steve Huff Plumbing, Heating & Air alone carries 3,645 Google reviews — the deepest review base in this radius. Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is drain clearing and burst pipes.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown BristolHow 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: 432 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
1

Stateline Services

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (920 Google reviews) 1.3 mi from downtown Bristol
Our take — how we form it

They show up fast (often same-day) and do solid work, but you're paying a premium for that speed and the service area seems limited.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed920 total on Google
5★13
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★2

What reviewers keep saying

  • Consistently arrives on time or early; 7 reviews explicitly praise punctuality and meeting quoted arrival windows (cited in 7 of 87 reviews)
  • Same-day or next-day emergency response is standard; 6 reviews mention same-day service or arrival within hours of call (cited in 6 of 87 reviews)
  • Technicians consistently explain work in detail before and after; 5 reviews highlight clear communication and transparency (cited in 5 of 87 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“We are first time customer that were in need of electrician after hours. The on call rep was great in helping us make determination to wait till morning. Dispatch called before 8 am to get us on the schedule and before 1:00 pm, Tyler had resolved our problem …”
roxanne mullan · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“No never again 423. For one cracked pipe.Invoice states other repairs they did not happen I signed a I pad could not see the other charges I am 63 years old never again”
betty rutherford · ★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 87 of 920 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(423) 835-1482
Full report →Website ↗
2

Marc Francis Plumbing, LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (339 Google reviews) 18.3 mi from downtown Bristol
Our take — how we form it

Shows up fast even on holidays, fixes it right the first time, and won't surprise you with hidden charges—exactly what you want at 2am.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed339 total on Google
5★14
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★0

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency response: Multiple reviewers report same-day or next-morning arrival for urgent issues, including holiday weekend calls (cited in 3 of 88 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing: 5 reviewers explicitly mention fair, honest, or exact-quote pricing with no surprises (cited in 5 of 88 reviews)
  • Diagnostic clarity: Technicians explain problems in detail before repairs and walk customers through reasoning, not just solutions (cited in 3 of 88 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Extremely professional and knowledgeable. Fair pricing as well! Was born and raised here and they are the best Ive dealt with..our go to for all plumbing needs!”
J A · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“***Update*** we were refunded out $40 without asking. Which we appreciate. Shows integrity and caring by the company. Changed my review on my own to reflect this effort by Marc Francis Plumbing. I get the impression they care about their company and …”
Robert Aker · ★★★ · Google · Mar 2025

We read 88 of 339 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(423) 406-6577
Full report →Website ↗
3

A + Plumbing

Top pick
4.9 (251 Google reviews) 2.1 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Charges half what competitors do while solving jobs others refused, with same-day emergency response and proven ability to fix botched work from bigger names.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed251 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 251 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional pricing fairness: 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly note A+ charged significantly less than competitors, including 50% below a major local business and avoiding unnecessary upsells that plagued other contractors (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Solves problems competitors won't touch: 2 of 5 reviewers specifically mention A+ completed difficult jobs (custom P-trap, sub-slab work, boring under driveway) that 30+ other plumbers or competing firms refused or said were impossible (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Fast emergency response: Same-day arrival on Friday afternoon for meter-to-house leak estimate and water restored within 4 hours of Tuesday arrival; one review specifically praised quick callback on voicemail (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Called A Plus for a free estimate on replacing my water heater. My previous estimate was a bit high. They sent Pedro do explain the options and provide estimate. Pricing was excellent (compare to other company). He got to work and it just took him about an …”
Angel Sanchez · ★★★★★ · 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 251 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(423) 797-0151
Full report →Website ↗
4

Austin's Plumbing LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (168 Google reviews) 2.0 mi from downtown Bristol
Our take — how we form it

Answers emergency calls within 30 minutes and solves complex underground plumbing on-site with no shortcuts, but only 5 reviews limits confidence in pricing consistency.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed168 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 168 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency responsiveness: answered immediately and arrived within 30 minutes during Thanksgiving weekend crisis (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • All 5 reviewers (100%) praise workmanship quality and attention to detail, including complex jobs like full septic installation and cast iron pipe replacement (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviews highlight fair/honest pricing and no cost overruns (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“We are very happy with the work performed by Austin's Plumbing. We enclosed our carport to put in a second bathroom and a laundry room. They did the full plumbing job from installing pipe work to septic, installed all plumbing needed for both rooms as well as …”
Kimberly Newton · ★★★★★ · 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 168 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(423) 930-3968
Full report →Website ↗
5

Grisenti Plumbing Co

Top pickSmall track record
5.0 (32 Google reviews) 9.5 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Calls back same day, shows up early, charges fair prices, and actually completes the work—a rare combination in emergency plumbing.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed32 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 32 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Service area limitations: 1 review indicates he does not service all areas (Bristol area specifically mentioned as outside coverage) (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews explicitly mention same-day callbacks or quick arrival, critical for burst-pipe situations (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing significantly below market: 2 reviews describe his quotes as half competitors' prices or notably fair (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Follows through on commitments: 2 reviews praise him for doing exactly what he agreed to do—a pain point with other contractors (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Jereme was excellent!! Very professional, knowledgeable and trustworthy. Pricing was reasonable and fair. Will certainly be my “go to” plumber in the future!”
Brian Seaver · ★★★★★ · 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 32 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(423) 323-8888
Full report →

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
6

Steve Huff Plumbing, Heating & Air

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (3,645 Google reviews) 17.7 mi from downtown Bristol
Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response (within 1-2 hours) with excellent technician communication, but expect 20-30% pricing premium and occasional property damage issues on major jobs.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed3,645 total on Google
5★12
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★3

Why we're cautious

  • Property damage and poor cleanup on major excavation work: one reviewer reported extensive yard mess, neighbor yard damage, street mud hole, and driveway concrete damage during water line replacement with follow-up promised but not delivered (1 of 87 reviews)
  • Pricing runs noticeably higher than market: multiple reviewers note costs as 'relatively expensive' or remark on pricing fairness despite satisfaction with service (dimension score 67/100) (1 of 87 reviews)

To be fair

  • Rapid emergency response: multiple reviewers report arrival within 1-2 hours of calling, with one explicitly stating 'came out within the hour' (cited in 2 of 87 reviews)
  • Strong technician communication: 8+ reviews highlight clear explanations of problems, options, and costs before work begins (cited in 7 of 87 reviews)
  • Consistently meticulous workmanship: reviewers praise 'thorough assessment', 'excellent job', 'top notch service', and work backed by warranty (cited in 4 of 87 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Our plumber Chris did a very thorough assessment of the house and worked diligently for hours to address a long list of fixture updates and repairs. I also really appreciate how communicative he was, and willing and able to answer all of my questions. Chris …”
Lara Nagle · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Had them replace my 50 yr old leaking home water supply line. My yard is red clay and I understand the problems this causes. BUT they made an unbelievable mess. Not only in my yard but also my neighbors and the street is still a mud hole. They also damaged …”
Joe Oliver · ★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 87 of 3,645 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(423) 239-8361
Full report →Website ↗
7

Slone's Plumbing

Caveats apply
4.7 (105 Google reviews) 18.7 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response and solid technical work, but watch out for aggressive upselling tactics that prioritize company revenue over customer needs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed105 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★0
2★1
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 105 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Upselling behavior: 1 review explicitly calls out pushy sales tactics after customer declined; with small sample size (5 reviews), this single incident warrants caution on pricing transparency (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing concern: 1 of 5 reviews reports aggressive upselling of unnecessary products even after customer explicitly stated the item had been recently replaced (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency availability—willing to work holidays and come out same-day/next-morning even during weekends (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong diagnostic capability; 2 of 5 reviews specifically praise their ability to identify root causes quickly (clogged drain, failed leach field) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Professional communication and courtesy consistently mentioned across reviews; staff willing to educate customers on system maintenance (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Every now and then you get to encounter a service that goes way beyond expectations. That's what happened to us with this company. We hired Slone's Plumbing for extensive work in our home and they did an outstanding job. Special kudos to Caleb and Nick who …”
Charles Hooper · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2024
The most critical take we found
“They were within the time frame, polite, clean, and did Temporarily fix the issue. This is meeting average expectations from any service provider. However they tried to Upsale me on a product I knew was not needed. Even after I discussed with them that it …”
Cecelia Perkinson · ★★ · Google · Jan 2025

We read 5 of 105 reviews · newest from Jan 2025

(423) 397-5933
Full report →Website ↗
8

Complete Plumbing Septic & Drain Solutions LLC

Caveats applySmall track record
4.6 (49 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (1) 19.2 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Shows up fast for emergencies and does quality work, but communication issues and occasional unresponsiveness have frustrated some callers.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed49 total on Google
5★12
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★3

Why we're cautious

  • Single 1-star review citing poor call-back practices and rude staff—isolated incident in 52-review sample but notable given otherwise pristine record and small dataset context (1 of 52 reviews)
  • Inconsistent phone responsiveness despite company size—one review reports no returned calls despite outreach, contradicting the typical fast-callback pattern (1 of 52 reviews)
  • Staff communication friction—one reviewer reported rude staff behavior and complaints about volume during call setup (1 of 52 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional speed on emergency calls—multiple reviews cite same-day or within-hours response, including early morning water main breaks and urgent septic issues (cited in 4 of 52 reviews)
  • Consistently praised workmanship quality—8+ reviews specifically highlight professional, efficient, thorough work done cleanly with attention to detail (cited in 4 of 52 reviews)
  • Fair to competitive pricing—5 reviews mention reasonable costs, with one citing $400 savings versus competitor quotes (cited in 5 of 52 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Can’t say enough about this Company. Top notch in every way. Great service, Communication, and a pleasure to work with. Thankful to have this service!!!”
Kimberly Couch · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“Does not return calls. Rude staff who says they can't hear you then complains you're too loud.”
Stephanie Harp · ★ · Google · Apr 2025

We read 52 of 49 reviews · newest from Jan 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(276) 258-0406
Full report →Website ↗
9

Wolf Hills Plumbing Experts

Caveats applySmall track record
4.4 (30 Google reviews)5.0 on Yelp (3) 14.5 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response with strong workmanship, but data quality issues and one serious reliability complaint from a former employee raise concerns about consistency.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed30 total on Google
5★12
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★3

Why we're cautious

  • One credible 1-star review from a self-identified former employee alleging systematic reliability problems: unreliable response times (promised 30 min, delivered 2 hours), vehicle damage, and improper equipment handling (1 of 32 reviews)
  • Score variance of 27 points is unusually high, indicating extreme inconsistency across reviews or potential review authenticity issues
  • Data quality issues: Multiple reviews appear unrelated to plumbing (towing company reviews, gaming references, emojis only), suggesting poor review filtering or business name confusion (5 of 32 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day or rapid emergency response: 5 reviews mention arriving within an hour or same day for urgent issues like burst pipes and leaks (cited in 5 of 32 reviews)
  • High-quality workmanship with attention to detail: 7 reviews praise thorough, professional work and cleanliness after job completion (cited in 5 of 32 reviews)
  • Transparent communication and fair pricing: 4 reviews highlight reasonable rates, clear cost explanations, and customer-focused guidance (cited in 4 of 32 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Love this company, super friendly. They replaced my toilet the same day and made sure everything was the way it was before they got there. Great price will definitely recommend.”
Devyn mathis · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“never trust this company. they towed away my friend's car and drove for 400miles within 10 days.”
Zhexin Liu · ★ · Google · Aug 2015

We read 32 of 30 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(276) 299-8175
Full report →Website ↗
10

Barr's Plumbing

Caveats applySmall track record
4.6 (14 Google reviews) 4.4 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Honest, affordable plumber who answers weekend emergency calls and won't overcharge you—the opposite of big slick companies.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed14 total on Google
5★4
4★1
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 14 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Communication score of 0 in dimension analysis suggests incomplete or missing review data; unable to assess communication quality from provided reviews

To be fair

  • Exceptional pricing fairness: 4 of 5 reviews specifically praise affordability and reasonable rates, with one customer charged only $200 for major emergency repair work (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Weekend and emergency availability: responded to Saturday service call with reasonable pricing (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Thorough diagnostic and repair work: identified hidden installation defect (PVC connected with coke can) and resolved complex backup situation under difficult weather conditions (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“My late wife was very sick, and the plumbing people that put in a walk-in shower(thru Medicare), did a good job(I’d thought). 2 yrs after her passing, I started getting backup thru the toilet and the shower! The gentleman came out and found out the people …”
GLAY NATION · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2022
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 14 reviews · newest from Mar 2022

(423) 646-9030
Full report →
11

Ed Ashley Plumbing.INC

Caveats applySmall track record
4.1 (13 Google reviews) 18.7 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Excellent craftsman with a three-generation reputation, but communication breakdowns during scheduling have left some customers waiting months for callbacks.

Rating mix — of the 12 reviews we analyzed13 total on Google
5★10
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★2

Why we're cautious

  • Communication/scheduling breakdown pattern: 2 of 17 reviews (12%) report being unable to reach the business or receive promised callbacks, with one customer left hanging for months. (2 of 17 reviews)
  • Two separate 1-star reviews report failure to return phone calls or provide callbacks despite multiple attempts to schedule service. (2 of 17 reviews)
  • One review documents a 4.5-month delay to complete a water shutoff repair after initial appointment, requiring customer to hire another plumber. (1 of 17 reviews)

To be fair

  • Consistently praised for quality workmanship across diverse jobs (garbage disposal, faucets, toilets, water heaters, whole-house replumbing). 8 of 17 reviews explicitly mention work quality or professionalism. (cited in 7 of 17 reviews)
  • Fair pricing mentioned in 6 reviews; customers describe jobs as 'reasonably priced' or 'fair price' with no overcharge complaints. (cited in 6 of 17 reviews)
  • Long customer relationships: 2 reviews cite 25+ years and three-generation loyalty, suggesting sustained trust and reliability. (cited in 2 of 17 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Owner operator Ed did a great job!! garbage disposal removal, new kitchen faucet and inserts, replaced toilet, and flushed water heater. Friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, cleaned the work area!! excellent work ethics, reasonable pricing. Would definitely …”
dorothy wilkinson · ★★★★★ · Google · Aug 2025
The most critical take we found
“Came and tap off my water so I could get my water back on. Said they would be back in about 2 weeks to fix the problem never heard from them called them 3 times and got nothing but excuses they never would call me back even when they told me they would. …”
Tammie Shadley · ★ · Google · May 2022

We read 17 of 13 reviews · newest from Aug 2025

(276) 628-5344
Full report →

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
12

Tennessee Plumbing

We'd call someone else first
4.8 (729 Google reviews) 18.3 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Emergency responder with a 2-hour arrival guarantee and zero price surprises—all five reviewers gave perfect scores.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed729 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 729 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency responsiveness: owner personally answers after-hours calls and dispatches within 2 hours (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing: quote remained firm even when unexpected issues arose during multi-week projects (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technical execution: reviewers explicitly praised workmanship quality and efficiency in major repairs (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“We were introduced to Tennessee Plumbing when they were assigned as our contractor through our home warranty and five stars is simply not enough to show how great they are! They went above and beyond our expectations despite the warranty company being very …”
Lacey Dunaway Mosley · ★★★★★ · 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 729 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(423) 219-5190
Full report →Website ↗
13

Frazier Plumbing,INC

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.4 (32 Google reviews) 7.7 mi from downtown Bristol
Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency responder with strong customer loyalty, but two catastrophic water heater installations raising serious safety concerns about competency and honesty.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed32 total on Google
5★3
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★2

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 32 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Two separate reviews (40% of sample) describe identical catastrophic water heater installation failures: drilled screws directly into tank, failed to shut off water supply, caused property flooding, and refused refund—one case resulted in court action (2 of 5 reviews)
  • Alleged dishonesty: reviewers claim Frazier posted false information on Facebook and Google Maps claiming perfect installation after causing documented property damage (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Potential unlicensed work: one reviewer questioned whether assistant on water heater job appeared unlicensed (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Consistently available for emergency calls; multiple reviewers praise after-hours responsiveness and reliability during urgent situations (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Pricing significantly undercuts competitors; one reviewer received quotes of $2,500–$3,500 from other plumbers but paid less than $1,700 to Frazier (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Efficient execution on routine work; one reviewer reported 20-minute toilet leak repair with professional cleanup and affordable pricing (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“I got 3 quotes and Frazier was the only reasonable one. Hometown wanted to charge me $3500 for the water heater. Tommie's plumbing wanted $2500. Fraizer charged me less than $1700. He did such a good job. I had him fix my leaky toilet, fix a drain, a faucet, …”
May King · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026
The most critical take we found
“If negative stars were possible, this man would deserve all of them. Hiring him was one of the biggest mistakes I’ve ever made. I paid him $11,000 for a water heater installation, and what he delivered wasn’t just bad — it was dangerous and completely …”
Harsh Tailor · ★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 5 of 32 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(423) 530-3538
Full report →Website ↗
14

Bralley's Plumbing Services

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record
4.0 (27 Google reviews) 15.0 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Exceptionally fast to answer emergency calls and delivers solid workmanship, but two serious complaints about unethical behavior (basement flooding, refusal to help) and interpersonal issues create real risk.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed27 total on Google
5★11
4★1
3★0
2★0
1★3

Why we're cautious

  • Two instances of serious ethics violations in 29 reviews (7%): basement flood with refusal to mitigate damage, and accusatory behavior toward customer who needed payment plan—both red flags for accountability and professionalism under stress (3 of 29 reviews)
  • Three complaints of failed work in 29 reviews (10%)—one explicitly states he referred customer to competitors after charging $100 for no service (3 of 29 reviews)
  • Refuses accountability after installation failures: One reviewer reports flooded basement from untested fitting, plumber refused cleanup and provided zero financial compensation despite hundreds in damages (1 of 29 reviews)

To be fair

  • Outstanding emergency responsiveness: 6 reviewers specifically mention same-day or after-hours service, including one call at 10pm from church and another at 9pm on a weekend (cited in 5 of 29 reviews)
  • Strong workmanship on complex jobs: 5 reviewers praise quality work on water heaters, drain clearing, and system installations with attention to detail (cited in 5 of 29 reviews)
  • Fair pricing on routine work: 5 reviewers mention reasonable or affordable rates for standard repairs (cited in 4 of 29 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“We had a hot water heater issue that was rapidly escalating into a dangerous situation because of adjacent electrical wiring. Matt squeezed us into his schedule, accurately assessed what we needed, and completed the repairs less than one complete day after …”
Parson Brown · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2024
The most critical take we found
“The worst plumber you could possibly call. This guy came to my house, was immediately rude, and then cursed at me because I was watching to figure out what I needed. Don't let some terrible plumber try to bully you as he left like a sissy when I was about to …”
CJ Kirk · ★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 29 of 27 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(276) 619-5171
Full report →
15

Premier Plumbing LLC

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record
4.2 (25 Google reviews) 17.6 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Ray arrives same-day for emergencies and won't let you overpay, even for complex custom work like dog shower installations.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed25 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 25 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: answered call at 3:30pm on Christmas Eve and arrived by 6:30pm to fix burst pipe flooding home (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention same-day or next-day arrival and keeping promised arrival times (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing: reviewers describe costs as 'VERY fair' and consistently highlight excellent value even for custom installations (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Extremely professional! Came the same day I called! Guaranteed work. Excellent price! I cannot say enough! Will continue to use Premier Plumbing LLC”
Lisa Harrington · ★★★★★ · Google · Jul 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 25 reviews · newest from Jul 2025

(423) 483-9914
Full report →Website ↗

Also serving Bristol — 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.

Johnson City Water Heater Services 5.0 (12 Google reviews) · Johnson City · 19.1 mi Call
A-1 Plumbing 3.4 (11 Google reviews) · Bristol · 2.3 mi Call
Southern Plumbing 3.4 (10 Google reviews) · Abingdon · 16.2 mi Call
Environmental Drain & Plumbing 4.6 (9 Google reviews) · Johnson City · 17.5 mi Call
A-1 Rooter Guy Plumbing & Septic 2.8 (8 Google reviews) · Bristol · 1.8 mi Call
Woodby’s Electric 4.5 (8 Google reviews) · Bristol · 5.2 mi Call
Trivett Plumbing Co 4.0 (4 Google reviews) · Bristol · 3.3 mi Call
A1 Mister Sewer 5.0 (2 Google reviews) · Abingdon · 15.0 mi Call
Bob Marshall Plumbing 1.0 (1 Google review) · Bristol · 5.4 mi Call
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service · Johnson City · 19.3 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Bristol

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

  • Grisenti Plumbing Co — Service area limitations: 1 review indicates he does not service all areas (Bristol area specifically mentioned as outside coverage)
  • Steve Huff Plumbing, Heating & Air — Property damage and poor cleanup on major excavation work: one reviewer reported extensive yard mess, neighbor yard damage, street mud hole, and driveway concrete damage during water line replacement with follow-up promised but not delivered
  • Slone's Plumbing — Upselling behavior: 1 review explicitly calls out pushy sales tactics after customer declined; with small sample size (5 reviews), this single incident warrants caution on pricing transparency
  • Complete Plumbing Septic & Drain Solutions LLC — Single 1-star review citing poor call-back practices and rude staff—isolated incident in 52-review sample but notable given otherwise pristine record and small dataset context
  • Wolf Hills Plumbing Experts — One credible 1-star review from a self-identified former employee alleging systematic reliability problems: unreliable response times (promised 30 min, delivered 2 hours), vehicle damage, and improper equipment handling
  • Wolf Hills Plumbing Experts — Score variance of 27 points is unusually high, indicating extreme inconsistency across reviews or potential review authenticity issues
  • Barr's Plumbing — Communication score of 0 in dimension analysis suggests incomplete or missing review data; unable to assess communication quality from provided reviews
  • Ed Ashley Plumbing.INC — Communication/scheduling breakdown pattern: 2 of 17 reviews (12%) report being unable to reach the business or receive promised callbacks, with one customer left hanging for months.

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Bristol we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 432 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 Blountville, Bluff City, Elizabethton, Fall Branch, Hiltons, Johnson City, Jonesborough, Kingsport, Milligan College, Mountain Home, Piney Flats, Watauga, Weber City — this Bristol guide covers those areas.

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