The 9 plumbers serving Mannboro, ranked.

For the 10 plumbers working within 20 miles of Mannboro, we read 141 public reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB and ranked them like a friend who'd done the research. 7 of the 10 list 24/7 hours — but "open 24 hours" on a Google profile and "answered at 2 a.m." in a customer review are not the same claim, and we quote the reviews that tell you which is which. Rankings are not for sale.

Ratings run high here (median 4.8, 1 below 4.0), but the depth behind them varies: 7 companies carry 100+ reviews while others have a few dozen, which we treat as thinner evidence and say so on their cards. Where reviewers repeat a specific complaint — 7 of the 10 companies have one — it's flagged below with their exact words. One number worth knowing: only one company in this radius — Adkins Plumbing Inc — sits below 4.0 (3.0). Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and drain clearing.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown MannboroHow 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: 136 reviews across 9 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

Plumber Near Me

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

5.0 (1,469 Google reviews) 16.8 mi from downtown Mannboro

Our take — how we form it

5.0/1469 with BBB A+. Jesse, Kevin, Chris, Nathan named repeatedly. Documented middle-of-night arrival to a flooded home and a $300 camera fee waived when customer commits to sewer pipe replacement.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed1,469 total on Google

5★14

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★0

What reviewers keep saying

Confirmed middle-of-the-night emergency response: arrived with home filled with water and waited to confirm no further leak before leaving. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
Sewer specialty with septic-to-public-sewer conversion completed in a single day, including new grass seed. (cited in 2 of 100 reviews)
$300 camera inspection fee waived when customer commits to sewer pipe replacement. (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

2 of 100 sampled reviews mention slow response — at least one reviewer reports Jesse running late on an emergency call. (1 of 100 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Kevin and his crew did a fantastic job switching our home from septic over to public sewer. They completed their scope in a single day, and even put down new grass seed over my entire front yard. I would highly recommend!”

Joe Bareford · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“Initial assessment went fine. After second visit, I was "shown" the repairs. I later discovered the shower was obviously not in decent working order after all. They returned but I should have been told I still needed an additional part instead of portraying …”

vadustbunny · ★★ · Google · Apr 2026

We read 100 of 1,469 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(804) 840-6896

Full report →Website ↗

Robinson's Plumbing Service

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.7 (1,186 Google reviews) 19.8 mi from downtown Mannboro

Our take — how we form it

They'll come Saturday in a polar vortex and finish complex jobs in a day—premium service with fair pricing, no gouging.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,186 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,186 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

All 5 reviews (100%) praise professionalism, courtesy, and politeness from named crew members (Tim, Justin, Steve, Derrick). (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
Emergency/weekend availability proven: responded Saturday during polar vortex, fixed major water outage same day for well/farm property. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviews highlight problem-solving creativity and willingness to go beyond standard approach: navigated narrow crawl space, avoided floor damage, rerouted lines with minimal disruption. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“We had a big leak under the kitchen sink. Called on Tuesday. And plumber Tim came on Wednesday. He fixed the leak in 30 min. He was quiet, polite and on his way.”

Susan Drumwright · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026

The most critical take we found

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

We read 5 of 1,186 reviews · newest from May 2026

(804) 794-0918

Full report →Website ↗

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Richmond, VA

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (659 Google reviews) 20.0 mi from downtown Mannboro

Our take — how we form it

Plumbers go above and beyond on complex jobs and pricing, with consistently strong workmanship—but scheduling transparency and administrative follow-up can lag.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed659 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 659 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

One reviewer reported inconsistent cleanup and administrative friction (payment/receipt issues) on same job, suggesting potential operational gaps despite quality workmanship. (1 of 5 reviews)
Timeline estimates unreliable on complex jobs. One bathroom remodel took approximately three times longer than initially estimated. (1 of 5 reviews)
Administrative/payment closure process reported as disorganized and difficult. Reviewer noted 'nightmare to close out the job payment and get a receipt.' (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Tackles difficult diagnoses that other plumbers avoid or oversimplify. One reviewer reported a plumber suggested unnecessary wall demolition; Mr. Rooter found a non-invasive solution instead. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Willingness to persist on hard problems. Plumber returned early unprompted to complete a multi-day residential water line issue that neighbors said took days or went unsolved. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Fair pricing on bundled work. Multiple reviews praise transparent, competitive pricing for multi-service jobs without unnecessary structural intervention. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Brandon from Mr. Rooter was incredible to work with. We were dealing with several issues at one of our listings, and not all of them were even plumbing related, but he stepped in and helped with multiple things without hesitation. His attitude and willingness …”

Jacquelyn Cheney · ★★★★★ · 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 659 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(804) 302-6553

Full report →Website ↗

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of West Richmond

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (574 Google reviews) 16.8 mi from downtown Mannboro

Our take — how we form it

Owner-operated shop that tackles complex jobs end-to-end with same-day scheduling, but watch for scope creep on quotes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed574 total on Google

5★4

4★1

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 574 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Exceptional emergency responsiveness: responded to Saturday end-of-shift sewer backup and scheduled major repair for Monday morning, with owner present (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Owner involvement and pride in work: Chris Jr. personally showed up for multi-day sewer line replacement and finishing grading, demonstrating accountability (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Significant cost savings vs. competitors: one reviewer saved thousands of dollars when Michael identified the actual problem versus competitor's expensive whole-house system recommendation (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

Quote scope creep: one reviewer's bathroom repair estimate doubled in final price, leaving them feeling 'blindsided' despite approving financing (1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Service was exceptional. The plumber, Mike was able to respond to our main sewer line backup at the end of shift on Saturday. He was courteous, very thorough in investigating the issue, and honest with his recommendations. He presented me with two very …”

Brian Francis · ★★★★★ · 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 574 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(804) 373-8102

Full report →Website ↗

Triangle Plumbing Repair & Drain Cleaners

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (254 Google reviews) 18.2 mi from downtown Mannboro

Our take — how we form it

Arrives fast, diagnoses quickly, and leaves your home spotless—all five recent reviews praise the same core experience.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed254 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 254 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Fast response and punctual arrival: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention quick response times and on-time service (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Clear communication and explanation of work: 4 of 5 reviewers highlight technicians explaining the problem and solution before and during work (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
Professional demeanor and respect for customer property: 4 of 5 reviews mention politeness, professionalism, and leaving homes clean after service (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.

What reviewers praise

“This company is the best! I had Nick and Brian come to fix my bathroom sink and they did a great job. Next time I need service I will always ask for them. They were very friendly and easy to talk to, and explained everything to me. I wouldn’t use any one …”

Anne Twisdale · ★★★★★ · 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 254 reviews · newest from Jan 2026

(804) 485-1522

Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first

Stemmle Plumbing Repair Inc.

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.6 (590 Google reviews) 18.1 mi from downtown Mannboro

Our take — how we form it

Dispatches fast even at 9pm on emergencies and handles complex diagnostics well, but charges premium rates that some customers find steep for the actual work time.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed590 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 590 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Limited negative feedback pool (1 of 5 reviews critical on pricing) makes it difficult to assess whether pricing complaints are systemic or isolated, but the one pricing criticism was explicit and detailed (1 of 5 reviews)
Pricing concern: one customer rated 2/5 specifically because $781 total charge ($189 dispatch + $592 labor) felt excessive for under one hour of actual work, despite acknowledging technician quality (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Exceptional emergency responsiveness: arrived within 1 hour on Sunday evening, and stayed until 1:30am on a late-night backup call (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
5 of 5 reviewers praise technician professionalism, politeness, and respectfulness on the job (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviewers highlight diagnostic expertise and ability to solve problems other contractors missed (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Wanted to highlight how fast and efficient Stemmle was in helping me identify that my septic tank was not only backed up to my house but also ways to remediate my issue. Trey came out at 9pm and was here till 1:30am helping us with the backed up line. He …”

Dj GON · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026

The most critical take we found

“My 84 year old aunt had a blockage in her sewer line this past Sunday so we called Stemmle and they said that they could get to us in about an hour. They arrived at little after 6pm and assessed the situation. They told us that there would be a dispatch fee …”

Gary Brower · ★★ · Google · Jun 2026

We read 5 of 590 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(804) 744-6401

Full report →Website ↗

360 Plumbing Service LLC

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (306 Google reviews) 13.3 mi from downtown Mannboro

Our take — how we form it

Excellent technical work and honest pricing, but severe project management failures and unprofessional behavior on larger jobs—hire them for small repairs, not renovations.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed306 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 306 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Project abandonment pattern: Homeowner required constant follow-up to complete basic tasks, including reconnecting outdoor spigots that were disconnected during work (1 of 5 reviews)
Property damage during work: Review documents $400 in siding damage caused during project (appears credited but indicates careless execution) (1 of 5 reviews)
Severe project management on multi-month jobs: 1 bathroom renovation took 7 months instead of 1 month with no proactive communication about inspection failures (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Strong workmanship quality: 3 of 5 reviews specifically praise the quality of plumbing installations and repairs (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Fast emergency response: 2 reviews highlight quick response to urgent plumbing needs, including same-day service on weekends (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Honest pricing practices: 1 reviewer credits the company with saving them money through transparent advice (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“They have a young man, I think his name is Brandon or Brendan, but he was HONEST with me and saved me money. I WILL use this company in the future for several upcoming repairs BECAUSE of this young man who is obviously very knowledgeable. Thank you.”

Forest McNeill · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“Adequate work quality, but extremely poor project management and professionalism I hired this company in July 2025 for bathroom plumbing work with a rough-in inspection. Their quote was competitive with other contractors I received estimates from - this was …”

Mumby · ★★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 306 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(804) 708-3008

Full report →Website ↗

Mikes Plumbing Repair

Caveats applySmall track record

4.2 (5 Google reviews) 14.7 mi from downtown MannboroNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Excellent craftsmanship and fair pricing with a concerning interpersonal communication issue that may affect initial contact.

Rating mix — of the 4 reviews we analyzed5 total on Google

5★3

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 4 of 5 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

1 of 4 reviews indicates defensive or suspicious behavior during initial contact inquiry, suggesting potential communication friction before appointment (1 of 4 reviews)

To be fair

3 of 4 reviewers praise exceptional workmanship and attention to detail, including thorough cleanup (cited in 3 of 4 reviews)
Timely service delivery noted by at least one reviewer on pressure tank repair (cited in 1 of 4 reviews)
Competitive pricing compared to larger companies, per customer feedback (cited in 2 of 4 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“I had the best experience . They came out and did work on my bathroom and it was such a pleasant experience! Zack was the best. From the beginning to the finished job. They cleaned every inch of the work area. . I would highly recommend Mike’s plumbing for …”

Jami Lamm · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“I was gonna use him but when I looked him up he acted like I was recording him when all I was doing was looking at his number”

Lyle Allen · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 4 of 5 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(804) 590-2185

Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore

Adkins Plumbing Inc

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record

3.0 (2 Google reviews) 19.5 mi from downtown MannboroNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

3.0★ aggregate from only 2 reviews — one 5-star praising phone-based guidance, one 1-star citing no one ever answers; reviewConsistency=0 signals a completely split record. Insufficient data for dimension scoring.

Rating mix — of the 2 reviews we analyzed

5★1

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

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

Why we're cautious

Only 2 total reviews with reviewConsistency=0 — one 5-star, one 1-star citing unanswered calls. Sample too small to trust either narrative, but the phone-availability complaint is a meaningful red flag for an emergency plumber. (1 of 2 reviews)
One reviewer reports calling repeatedly with no one ever answering — phone availability is contradicted by the only other review (1 of 2 reviews)

To be fair

Calvin answered calls and resolved plumbing issues over the phone twice for one repeat customer — knowledge and phone availability praised (cited in 1 of 2 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“AA Plumbing has helped me twice now. Both times Calvin was super helpful and was able to help me resolve my issues over the phone. He always answers the phone and was very knowledgeable. AA Plumbing will always be my first call. It’s hard to find a good and …”

Rob J · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Called and called, No one answered ever! Won't call again.”

Trish Howard · ★ · Google · Jan 2022

We read 2 of 2 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(804) 732-3301

Full report →

Also serving Mannboro — 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.

Bartholomew's Plumbing 4.9 (73 Google reviews) · Petersburg · 14.8 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Mannboro

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 Richmond, VA — One reviewer reported inconsistent cleanup and administrative friction (payment/receipt issues) on same job, suggesting potential operational gaps despite quality workmanship.
Stemmle Plumbing Repair Inc. — Limited negative feedback pool (1 of 5 reviews critical on pricing) makes it difficult to assess whether pricing complaints are systemic or isolated, but the one pricing criticism was explicit and detailed
360 Plumbing Service LLC — Project abandonment pattern: Homeowner required constant follow-up to complete basic tasks, including reconnecting outdoor spigots that were disconnected during work
360 Plumbing Service LLC — Property damage during work: Review documents $400 in siding damage caused during project (appears credited but indicates careless execution)
Mikes Plumbing Repair — 1 of 4 reviews indicates defensive or suspicious behavior during initial contact inquiry, suggesting potential communication friction before appointment
Adkins Plumbing Inc — Only 2 total reviews with reviewConsistency=0 — one 5-star, one 1-star citing unanswered calls. Sample too small to trust either narrative, but the phone-availability complaint is a meaningful red flag for an emergency plumber.
Plumber Near Me — 2 of 100 sampled reviews mention slow response — at least one reviewer reports Jesse running late on an emergency call.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Richmond, VA — Timeline estimates unreliable on complex jobs. One bathroom remodel took approximately three times longer than initially estimated.

How we rank the plumbers on this page

We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Mannboro we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 136 reviews across 9 businesses.
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.
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.
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.
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 Amelia Court House, Ammon, Ford, Wilsons — this Mannboro guide covers those areas.

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