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The 11 plumbers serving Nemo, ranked.

For the 11 plumbers working within 20 miles of Nemo, we read 55 public reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB and ranked them like a friend who'd done the research. The number that matters most here: only 2 of the 11 list 24-hour service — if it's the middle of the night, start with those. Rankings are not for sale.

Ratings run high here (median 4.9, nobody below 4.0), but the depth behind them varies: 5 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 — 6 of the 11 companies have one — it's flagged below with their exact words. One number worth knowing: Airmasters AC, Heat, Plumbing & Electrical alone carries 1,191 Google reviews — the deepest review base in this radius. Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is burst pipes and flooding.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown NemoHow 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: 55 reviews across 11 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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1

Airmasters AC, Heat, Plumbing & Electrical

We'd call someone else first
5.0 (1,191 Google reviews) 16.4 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Emergency response in 20-30 minutes with consistently knowledgeable techs and zero complaints across 1,191 Google reviews.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,191 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,191 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly mention arrival within 20-30 minutes during after-hours calls (8pm cracked line, snowstorm heat failure). (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Technician quality and expertise consistently praised: all 5 reviews mention specific tech names with detailed compliments about knowledge, care, and workmanship. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Communication style builds customer loyalty: 3 reviews explicitly mention thorough explanations, transparency about prior work quality, and non-pushy sales approach. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Hunter was AMAZING! He was very knowledgeable, worked delicately and swiftly! Really appreciate his time to get things up and running in a timely manner! Highly recommend Airmasters!!! And will forever have us as a customer!
Brittany Woodard · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 1,191 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

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Rick's Plumbing Services

We'd call someone else first
4.6 (300 Google reviews) 13.9 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Excellent emergency response and workmanship, but one severe pricing dispute and customer service complaint raises concerns about consistency.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed300 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 300 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Poor customer service recovery: Owner Rick was reportedly 'rude and condescending' when customer reported failed repair (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Work quality inconsistency: 1 of 5 reviews reports job failure within one week, contradicting majority positive reports (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Durability concern: Work failed one week after completion, requiring customer callback (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Same-day or rapid emergency response: 2 of 5 reviews explicitly mention quick arrival and same-day service (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Strong workmanship quality: 3 reviews praise competent, efficient, and professional work (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Professional communication during complex jobs: Communicated proactively over 4-day emergency repair (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Our request for service was met the same day. They were professional, friendly, and Cody explained the choices available for repairs. I have worked with Rick’s multiple times and have never been disappointed.
Brenda Driggers · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found
Bathroom sink was clogged up and Ernie looked at it and had a $15000 repair of sink and shower drain. One week later our bathroom sink was leaking again. Talked with Rick and he was rude and condescending. We will take our business elsewhere.
Brenda Woods · · Google · May 2026

We read 5 of 300 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

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Mr Bill's Plumbing

We'd call someone else first
4.9 (261 Google reviews) 14.4 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Consistently arrives on time and explains work clearly, with five 5-star reviews praising professionalism and fair pricing—a safe bet for emergency calls.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed261 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 261 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviews praise punctuality and timeliness, with explicit mentions of arriving on schedule and completing work quickly. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention fair or reasonable pricing. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Technicians go beyond the original service request—2 reviews mention identifying and fixing additional issues without upselling. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Chris came on time to change out a toilet. He was prompt, professional, knowledgeable, and was kind. He explained everything from start to finish even with an unexpected issue he resolved it quickly. I am thoroughly impressed with Mr. Bill's Plumbing and am …
Darci Daggett · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 261 reviews · newest from May 2026

4.9 (189 Google reviews) 16.1 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Handles urgent after-hours emergencies with same-day response and willing to work through harsh conditions; all five reviews are perfect 5-star ratings with no pricing complaints.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed189 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 189 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: arrived same-day for lightning strike damage and worked 8+ hours in 20-degree weather to restore power (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Punctuality and professionalism: technicians (Colby, Austin, Josh, Zaniel, Kolebie) consistently arrive on time and explain work to customers (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Fair pricing for complex jobs: customer interviewed 5+ contractors before choosing them for difficult whole-house generator install and praised the price (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Had electricity ran to my barn, added two lights and multiplel plugs. Techs did an amazing job and are very polite and very professional would use them again and recommend them to any one that needs electrical work done.
Lynn Dooley · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 189 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

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Curly's Plumbing Inc.

We'd call someone else first
4.4 (168 Google reviews) 17.8 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Shows up fast even on holidays and weekends, with consistently high-quality work and fair pricing across 15 years of service.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed168 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 168 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Emergency responsiveness: Called back on Sunday during Christmas party closure and arrived same-day; also provides within-hours service during business hours. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Consistent workmanship quality: 5 of 5 reviews praise efficiency, knowledge, and quality of repairs; work impresses even neighbors enough to request contact info. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Fair pricing relative to market: Described as 'not terribly expensive' and 'reasonable cost' with no overcharge complaints in any review. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Rony & Juan were able to efficiently assess and diagnose my plumbing issue in a timely manner. I appreciate their kindness and professionalism! Thank you to Everyone at Curly’s Plumbing. You always take good care of me!
Deana Whitehorn · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 168 reviews · newest from May 2026

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Black Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (87 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown Nemo

Arrives fast and handles emergency calls same-day, but one technician (Eli) had a serious professionalism incident that forced a customer to cancel service mid-job.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed87 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 87 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Serious customer service incident: 1 of 5 reviews (20%) reports a technician making inappropriate personal comments that caused the customer to terminate service mid-call and hire a competitor (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Communication inconsistency: dimension score of 74 is notably lower than other metrics; one review documents a technician (Eli) making disrespectful and crude comments about a customer's pregnancy (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast emergency response: 4 of 5 reviews mention same-day or on-schedule arrival, with one customer appreciating arrival within 1.5 hours (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Fair pricing relative to competitors: 2 reviews explicitly praise cost-reasonableness and compare favorably to previous service providers (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Professional diagnosis and explanations: 3 reviews highlight technicians explaining work clearly and providing transparent quotes before upselling (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Eric arrived at my home on schedule and quickly evaluated the issue. He provided the needed service promptly, was very courteous, and cleaned up the area when complete. Black Plumbing is now at the top of my call list for any future plumbing needs I may …
Rocky Inboden · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found
I called and I spoke to a lady, she was very kind, respectful, and helpful! She sent over some gentlemen. One of there names was Eli, I was trying to explain what was going on. Then all of a sudden he started being disrespectful. He had made a crude comment …
Ashley · · Google · May 2026

We read 5 of 87 reviews · newest from May 2026

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Layland Plumbing Inc.

We'd call someone else first
4.5 (69 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Fast emergency response and friendly staff, but billing surprises and quality guarantees are serious concerns—get pricing details in writing before they arrive.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed69 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 69 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Billing integrity issues: 2 of 5 reviews report unexpected charges or invoice discrepancies (surprise trip charges, invoices after promised no-charge work, months of follow-up billing), suggesting inconsistent pricing transparency. (2 of 5 reviews)
  • Post-warranty service refusal and poor follow-up: 1 review documents refusal to honor repairs past 30 days, unprofessional phone handling, and failure to follow up on promised callback regarding disputed charges. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Hidden travel time billing: 2 of 5 reviews report unexpected charges for travel time billed at full labor rate ($150/hr) not disclosed upfront, resulting in bills significantly higher than service time warranted. (2 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Rapid emergency response: 2 of 5 reviewers explicitly praise immediate dispatch and same-day urgency handling, including a water heater installation during business hours and late-night understanding. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Friendly and professional demeanor: 3 of 5 reviews mention courteous staff and professional crew behavior during service. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
First rate service, friendly staff and prompt arrival. Price was very reasonable. Highly recommended and would use again in the future!!
James Cleaver · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
The crew was punctual and professional, but I wish their pricing had been more transparent. They charge for travel time to and from their office at the full labor rate of $150 per hour, which wasn’t mentioned beforehand. Even though they were only at my house …
Jason Mullins · · Google · Feb 2025

We read 5 of 69 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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McDade Plumbing

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (57 Google reviews) 16.3 mi from downtown Nemo

Exceptional emergency responder with expert diagnostics, but pricing can be 10x market rate on straightforward jobs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed57 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 57 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Major pricing variance on routine jobs: 1 of 5 reviews reports 10x markup ($2,500 vs. estimated $250 value) on straightforward work, though other reviews show fair pricing on complex jobs—suggests pricing may depend heavily on customer knowledge or job type (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Severe pricing inconsistency: charged $2,500 for 3-hour simple re-route job that reviewer and original contractor assessed as $250 work (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Rapid emergency response and problem-solving: diagnosed and fixed emergency leak in 20 minutes, and called out same-day to rescue situation abandoned by competitor (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Thorough diagnostic and communication: 4 of 5 reviews highlight transparency, detailed explanations, and step-by-step communication throughout projects (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Handles complex multi-day projects with professionalism: replaced entire home piping system over 3 days and coordinated with specialist contractors (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Robert McDade is the best plumber we have ever used. He is professional, prompt, and always does what he says he will do. He is an excellent plumber and it was a pleasure having him at our house.
Kathy Flores · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
3 hours - $2500.00 simple job. Not even a Neurosurgeon makes that kind of money. The man simply has no integrity. We did 10 hours of work and located the leak ourselves. We even talked to the original house contractor to tell him how the copper was looped …
spentonbargains1 · · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 57 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Pipeology Plumbing

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record
5.0 (43 Google reviews) 13.6 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Brandon at Pipeology is a meticulous, punctual operator who travels over an hour for jobs and nails them first-time—perfect for 2am peace of mind if you're in Central Texas.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed43 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 43 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviewers praise punctuality and on-time arrival, with multiple mentions of arriving exactly when promised despite long distances (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviewers explicitly highlight workmanship quality and attention to detail, including leaving work areas spotless (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Fair pricing explicitly mentioned by 1 reviewer as competitive for the quality delivered (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Pipeology was the vendor chosen by our home warranty for a plumbing issue. I was initially concerned because the company was over an hour and a half away from my home located in Central Texas. However, Brandon was an excellent communicator and scheduled a …
Erica Mcglothlin · ★★★★★ · Google · Apr 2024
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 43 reviews · newest from Apr 2024

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Boyd Plumbing Co.

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record
4.9 (27 Google reviews) 2.5 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Excellent emergency response and workmanship, but expect steep service call charges even for quick jobs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed27 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 27 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Pricing fairness dimension scored 38/100 with high variance (35-point spread across dimensions), driven by one significant overcharge complaint on a routine job (1 of 5 reviews)
  • High service call pricing for minor work: One reviewer charged $450 for a 30-minute filter replacement with no materials used, described as disproportionate even at $250/hour labor rate (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 4 of 5 reviews highlight rapid dispatch and same-day/next-day arrival during water emergencies (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Professional crew demeanor: 4 of 5 reviewers specifically praise politeness, courtesy, and knowledge of technicians (Wyatt, Billy, Shawn, Jeffrey) (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Proactive communication during emergencies: Multiple reviews document unsolicited callback updates and crew notifications before arrival (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
It’s never a good day when the plumber is in your driveway. That being said, we called Boyd’s and they were out in just a couple of hours. Wyatt was professional and fast. He located the issue and had our water back on in less than an hour. Boyd’s was upfront …
Sam Ward · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2025
The most critical take we found
Why would you charge 450$ to put the filter in this canister and but it up there. I don’t understand? Ya can’t tell me putting that filter in and walking from bathroom to kitchen and give a bid is 450$ when you are charging 250$ an hour for licensed plumbers. …
Joe Ann Everett · · Google · Dec 2025

We read 5 of 27 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

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TRUE Electric, Plumbing, Heat & Air

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record
4.8 (14 Google reviews) 18.7 mi from downtown NemoNot a 24/7 shop

Fast, friendly service with strong AC/heating work, but one major red flag about poor plumbing installation and unresponsive follow-up on commercial jobs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed14 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 14 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • One of 5 reviews (20%) reports failed plumbing installation of commercial water heaters with unresponsive follow-up—concerning for reliability on larger jobs (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Poor workmanship on commercial plumbing—water heaters installed incorrectly and wouldn't stay online (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Bad follow-up and communication on service requests, especially for commercial work (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Quick response and minimal wait times—4 of 5 reviews praise speed of service and professional demeanor (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Technician Cody specifically mentioned twice for friendly, diligent work (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Broad service capabilities across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general contracting (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Can’t say enough great things about True!!! Cody was very friendly and work diligently to get my ac back up and running!! Definitely a trustworthy and honest company!! Recommend 100%
Tonya Scroggins · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found
Poor install of 4 -AO Smith commercial water heaters. Poor follow up to service requests when one of the heaters wouldn’t stay online and bad communication. Do not recommend for plumbing or commercial work.
Jason McClaren · ★★ · Google · Jun 2026

We read 5 of 14 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

What reviewers complain about in Nemo

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

  • Rick's Plumbing ServicesPoor customer service recovery: Owner Rick was reportedly 'rude and condescending' when customer reported failed repair
  • Rick's Plumbing ServicesWork quality inconsistency: 1 of 5 reviews reports job failure within one week, contradicting majority positive reports
  • Black PlumbingSerious customer service incident: 1 of 5 reviews (20%) reports a technician making inappropriate personal comments that caused the customer to terminate service mid-call and hire a competitor
  • Layland Plumbing Inc.Billing integrity issues: 2 of 5 reviews report unexpected charges or invoice discrepancies (surprise trip charges, invoices after promised no-charge work, months of follow-up billing), suggesting inconsistent pricing transparency.
  • Layland Plumbing Inc.Post-warranty service refusal and poor follow-up: 1 review documents refusal to honor repairs past 30 days, unprofessional phone handling, and failure to follow up on promised callback regarding disputed charges.
  • McDade PlumbingMajor pricing variance on routine jobs: 1 of 5 reviews reports 10x markup ($2,500 vs. estimated $250 value) on straightforward work, though other reviews show fair pricing on complex jobs—suggests pricing may depend heavily on customer knowledge or job type
  • Boyd Plumbing Co.Pricing fairness dimension scored 38/100 with high variance (35-point spread across dimensions), driven by one significant overcharge complaint on a routine job
  • TRUE Electric, Plumbing, Heat & AirOne of 5 reviews (20%) reports failed plumbing installation of commercial water heaters with unresponsive follow-up—concerning for reliability on larger jobs

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Nemo we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 55 reviews across 11 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 Glen Rose, Rainbow — this Nemo guide covers those areas.

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