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The 15 plumbers serving Bristol, ranked.

We read 1,374 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 60 plumbers serving Bristol — including the one-star reviews other directories bury — and ranked them the way we'd rank them for a friend. 37 of the 60 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.

Bristol's problem isn't finding a plumber; it's telling them apart — the median rating here is 4.8, and when everyone has five stars, the stars stop helping. 33 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 27 of the 60 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: only one company in this radius — Despins Plumbing LLC — sits below 4.0 (3.7). Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and sewer work.

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: 782 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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A Right Price Plumbing & Sewer Company Inc.

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
5.0 (149 Google reviews) 12.1 mi from downtown Bristol

5.0 stars across 97 reviews (95 five-star, 0 two-star or three-star); fast_response in 20 reviews and fair_pricing in 15, with same-day appointments cited 16 times and emergency middle-of-night response documented.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed149 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day and emergency availability confirmed in 16 of 97 reviews; Jordan documented arriving 'in the middle of the night' for a water leak emergency (cited in 3 of 97 reviews)
  • fair_pricing in 15 of 97 reviews; competitor overcharging is an explicit contrast in 2 reviews — reviewers note Jordan charges 'very fair' prices and performs bonus work at no extra charge (cited in 3 of 97 reviews)
  • No-added-cost work ethic: Jordan spotted unrequested issues and fixed them gratis, cited in at least 1 detailed review (cited in 2 of 97 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 1 of 97 reviews documents a missed callback — Jordan uncharacteristically did not return a call, resulting in a 4-star instead of 5-star review (1 of 97 reviews)
What reviewers praise
100% recommend! Came out within 2 hours and fixed the issue even faster! Down to earth guys. Thank you!
Patrick Nikki · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
terrible customer service & communication
Torus · · Google · Mar 2026

We read 97 of 149 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

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Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical Inc.

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (6,632 Google reviews) 19.9 mi from downtown Bristol

4.9-star BBB A+ accredited multi-trade (6,632 reviews); workmanship theme in 22 of 81 analyzed reviews and midnight emergency dispatch confirmed, but 2 reviewers cite higher-than-expected pricing.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed6,632 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Midnight emergency call answered and technician on-site first thing in the morning at a cost reviewers describe as very reasonable. (cited in 1 of 81 reviews)
  • Loyal customers cite consistent technicians and no staff turnover over multiple years — same techs returning for repeat service across furnace, A/C, disposal, and water heater work. (cited in 1 of 81 reviews)
  • Methodical technician approach praised: Mario resolved kitchen drain issue to best of abilities; Zach identified well-water contamination root cause and fixed it proactively. (cited in 2 of 81 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing runs high for some jobs: water heater replacement described as 'a little more expensive than we wanted' (T67wSj1SQsT5kdte4Huz) — expensive theme flagged in 2 of 81 analyzed reviews. (1 of 81 reviews)
What reviewers praise
I called Black diamond,about having my kitchen drain cleaned. Mario,was the plumbing technician who arrived on time. He looked over the situation,and got to work. He took great care in making sure my issue was resolved to the best of his abilities. I would …
James Mashinter · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Two years in a row, Black Diamond tells me I have a leak in my AC. In 2025, they told me the leak was fixed and system recharged. Come to find out during my 2026 annual tuneup that there’s a leak that needs to be fixed and the system will need to be …
Mike · · Google · May 2026

We read 81 of 6,632 reviews · newest from Mar 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (2,139 Google reviews) 13.8 mi from downtown Bristol

4.8★ on 2,139 reviews; BBB A+ accredited; 5 analyzed all 5-star; Cy replaced sump pump, injector pump, and cleared sink lines in a single visit after 2 prior plumbers failed to show; team approach with 4-person crew confirmed.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,139 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,139 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Cy showed up when 2 other plumbers no-showed, did full inspection, walked through the entire plan, and handled sump pump + injector pump + drain lines in one visit. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 4-person crew confirmed on a complex job: Brandon, George, Matt, and Mike each specialized in a task (digging, jetting, coordination, fittings) with respectful property care including booties in the house. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Technician exhausted all resources until issue was resolved — not a cut-and-run at first obstacle. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Technian came very quick and exhausted all he resources until her was able to successfully fix the issue very honest and etic job We are glad we choose you company and the issue was fixed in a very short and professional way
87th St Rehab Clinic · ★★★★★ · 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 2,139 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

5.0 (246 Google reviews) 18.4 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop

5.0★ across 246 reviews (92 of 93 analyzed are 5★); fair_pricing cited 7 times and fast_response 15 — near-perfect consistency with affordable water heater replacements and same-day arrivals.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed246 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • 1-star review describes receptionist being rude on first call; reviewer left without scheduling — single data point but notable given small base (1 of 93 reviews)
  • 1 receptionist rudeness complaint in 93 reviews — isolated incident flagged because thin review base magnifies outliers (1 of 93 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response theme in 15 of 93 reviews; crew arrived within an hour on at least one ejector pump failure (cited in 2 of 93 reviews)
  • fair_pricing cited 7 times; one reviewer praised job completion at price they could afford after multiple plumbing issues (cited in 2 of 93 reviews)
  • Workmanship theme in 16 reviews; phone-answering staff described as plumbing-knowledgeable, not just dispatchers (cited in 2 of 93 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Service was excellent to replace hot water heater.
Jerry White · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
Honestly one of the worst experiences I’ve had with a company. I didn’t even make it past the receptionist before deciding to take my business elsewhere. She was rude, short with me, and acted like I was inconveniencing her just by calling.
Arabella Adams · · Google · Mar 2026

We read 93 of 246 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

5.0 (140 Google reviews) 17.3 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop

Perfect 5-star sweep across 87 analyzed reviews — themeCounts.fast_response=16 and workmanship=14 dominate, with water heater installs (12 mentions) and fair pricing (plumber-cost=14) as the core service pillars.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed140 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Same-day and next-day scheduling confirmed in multiple reviews: water heater replaced in under 24 hours in 1 case and owner on-site for estimate within 20 minutes in another. (cited in 2 of 87 reviews)
  • Water heater installation is a clear specialty: 12 service mentions across 87 reviews, consistently praised for install quality and responsiveness (themeCounts.workmanship=14). (cited in 3 of 87 reviews)
  • Long-term repeat-customer loyalty: multiple reviewers cite 15+ year relationships and use across multiple properties, signaling consistent service delivery over time. (cited in 2 of 87 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Grateful for the installation of our water heater. Our installer, Dave, worked quickly, but was not in a rush. He did a great job greeting our dogs and winning them over. Job was competently completed in two hours. Our family is happy to have hot water again.
Michael Warren · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2024
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 15 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 87 of 140 reviews · newest from Dec 2024 · BBB A+ accredited

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Able Plumbing & Drain Service Inc.

Top pick24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.6 (18 Google reviews)4.8 on Yelp (13) 19.2 mi from downtown Bristol

4.6★ across 18 reviews; Ron beat 4 competitors on price, fit project in quickly, and replaced a water heater on Sunday — 28 of 31 analyzed reviews are 5-star; 1 review cites road-rage incident from a company vehicle.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed18 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Ron beat 4 competitor prices, scheduled same week, and worked efficiently — area cleaner at departure than arrival; sink/disposal/faucet and copper pipe modernization in one appointment. (cited in 2 of 31 reviews)
  • Sunday water heater replacement — called Sunday evening at 7pm, scheduled next-day replacement on customer's schedule; hot water heater replaced with clean install. (cited in 2 of 31 reviews)
  • Ron refused payment after spending extended time diagnosing a mystery leak that self-resolved overnight — repeat customers cite him as their permanent plumber. (cited in 1 of 31 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 1 verified 1-star review documents a company vehicle driver cutting off another motorist and giving the middle finger — unprofessional conduct on the road. (1 of 31 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Able plumbing provides the best service you can get. Ron is dependable and really takes pride in making sure everything is done perfect. You can’t go wrong with having Able be your plumber of choice
Bobby I · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2023
The most critical take we found
One of the drivers cut me off on the road and gave me the middle finger while in their work vehicle. It was uncalled for and very disrespectful. Can’t believe people really have that kind of attitude over something so trivial. License plate number : IL …
Victoria Sal · · Google · May 2022

We read 31 of 18 reviews · newest from Dec 2023

4.9 (92 Google reviews) 15.5 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop

4.9★ across 92 reviews (81 of 84 analyzed are 5★); water-heater mentioned 16 times with consistent praise; BBB A+ accredited with best-of-7-plumbers pricing cited on water heater installs.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed92 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Water heater installs dominate with 16 mentions; one reviewer got best price of 7 bids and tech arrived within an hour of contact (cited in 2 of 84 reviews)
  • Sub-hour response on emergency water heater leak; called in afternoon, tech dispatched in under 60 minutes (cited in 2 of 84 reviews)
  • No commission-based upselling per 1 reviewer; owner Shane and techs described as upfront on pricing without rip-off tactics (cited in 2 of 84 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • poor_workmanship flagged in 2 of 84 reviews — thin signal but present; no specifics available from analyzed quotes (1 of 84 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Always very happy with my experience with these guys, it's been a few visits and multiple issues. I've spoken to Shane the owner and been visited by Christian and Ethan - all very knowledgeable and very helpful. After a bad experience with a company whose …
David Cameron · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
They do not disclose up front that there is a $135 trip fee just for an assessment that is in addition too any final fees and charges. This is approximately double other plumbers in the area, who also include their trip fee in the final cost if you choose to …
Christopher West · · Google · Sep 2025

We read 84 of 92 reviews · newest from Dec 2025 · BBB A+ accredited

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Top pick24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (1,626 Google reviews) 12.2 mi from downtown Bristol

Roto-Rooter Kenosha holds 4.8 stars on 1,626 Google reviews; all 5 analyzed are 5-star with fast_response in 2 of 5 and whole-system backups cleared same-day with camera follow-up.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,626 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,626 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • fast_response in 2 of 5 analyzed reviews; appointment made Saturday night, completed before noon Sunday; dispatched 10 minutes after calling — arrived early (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Whole-system backup (toilets, showers, laundry drain) cleared same-day; supervisor Jonathan brought camera to identify root cause on the spot per 1 of 5 reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Urgent sewage problem handled same-day; Joe explained cause and prevention steps — dispatch also cited as extremely helpful and responsive (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Nick (5287) was awesome! Our entire system was backed up. Water filling up our toilets, showers, and drain in our laundry room. Nick came same day and was able to get things flowing again. He explained things in a way that was easy to understand and was very …
Susan Vera · ★★★★★ · 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 1,626 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4.7 (520 Google reviews) 16.4 mi from downtown Bristol

Building Waters (4.7★, 520 reviews) scores 100% positive across 5 analyzed with fast_response 2x — full-service HVAC/plumbing/electrical/remodel contractor; sub-zero emergency plumbing call answered and on-site in under 30 minutes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed520 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 520 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Sub-zero wind chill Sunday emergency water leak: John arrived in under 30 minutes when other 24/7-advertised companies wouldn't respond. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Full-scope bathroom remodel (shower, tile, waterproofing) salvaged after prior contractor caused mushroom growth in the ceiling from zero waterproofing — executed flawlessly. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Multi-trade single vendor for plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and remodeling — installers arrive on or before scheduled time and explain work upfront. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
Tony and Brayden came to fix our furnace, they were amazing! ALL of the staff at Building waters are wonderful! We've used them for plumbing issues and now HVAC. I would highly recommend them. They are always professional, knowledgeable and up front about …
Sarah Deschane · ★★★★★ · 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 520 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
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TopTec Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.8 (2,054 Google reviews) 17.7 mi from downtown Bristol

TopTec earns 4.8★ across 2,054 reviews with 100% positive sentiment in 5 sampled reviews; water heater installation is the dominant service (3 of 5 reviews), with multi-tech crews praised for detail and cleanup.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed2,054 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 2,054 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Water heater installation delivered same-day or next-day in 2 of 3 water heater reviews; assessment-to-install coordination across multiple technicians (Oscar assessment, Tony/crew install) cited as smooth (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Crews bring floor mats and sweep up around new units after installation — zero-mess standard documented in HVAC+plumbing combo job review (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Multi-technician installs handled without homeowner involvement: HVAC system + water heater replacement managed start-to-finish by Tony, Bayar, Jim, and Koss (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Pricing runs above market: multiple review references to high cost, with 1 reviewer pre-empting complaints by saying 'you get what you pay for' and noting $1,000+ spend (2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
You get what you pay for and this is absolutely the truth in certain instances! I read reviews, speaking about how pricey this company can be! But again, you get what you pay for! And I got what I paid for! I got quality service, professionals, professional …
Terry' Davis · ★★★★★ · 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 2,054 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

4.9 (75 Google reviews) 18.6 mi from downtown Bristol

4.9 stars across 68 reviews with 63 five-star ratings; fast_response cited 12 times and workmanship 12 times, but 2 of 68 reviews flag overpricing and 1 documents an hour-long upsell pitch.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed75 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Upsell pressure during quote visit documented: 1 reviewer explicitly compared to 'overpriced and sales pushers' category alongside ABC and 4 Seasons plumbing (1 of 68 reviews)
  • 1-star reviewer reported an unsolicited 1-hour+ sales pitch for home filtration during a quote visit, and received a competing quote $400 cheaper — overpricing flagged in 2 of 68 reviews (1 of 68 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response theme in 12 of 68 reviews; technicians arrive on time and complete work same appointment per multiple reviewers (cited in 2 of 68 reviews)
  • Transparent, no-hidden-fees pricing cited explicitly — fair pricing with no surprises noted in 2 of 68 reviews (cited in 2 of 68 reviews)
  • Long-term client retention: two reviewers reference 10–16 years of repeat use, citing consistent workmanship and problem resolution (cited in 2 of 68 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Very professional and friendly.
Elka Patterson · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
Tech came out to review my request and give me a quote. That took 15 minutes. I then listened to over an hour sales pitch for home filtration systems. He even tested my water!!!!...TOTALLY miffed. Called another plumber 2 days later and recd a quote in 20 …
Rick Smith · · Google · Apr 2026

We read 68 of 75 reviews · newest from Dec 2025 · BBB A accredited

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Boston Plumbing Inc

Caveats applySmall track record
4.2 (26 Google reviews)4.4 on Yelp (12) 18.4 mi from downtown BristolNot a 24/7 shop

4.2★ across 26 reviews with reviewConsistency=0.438 — 25 of 32 analyzed are 5-star but 5 are 1-star; Dan quoted $185 for garbage disposal install vs competitor's $633; no 1-star review text available in evidence.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed26 total on Google
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What reviewers keep saying

  • Quoted $185 for garbage disposal install (customer-supplied) vs competitor's $633 quote for identical 20-minute job; arrived 15 minutes after call. (cited in 1 of 32 reviews)
  • Christmas Eve drain clearing, Thanksgiving faucet repair (no holiday rate charged), and within-one-hour water heater installation after emergency call — 3 separate holiday/emergency responses documented. (cited in 3 of 32 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • 5 of 32 analyzed reviews are 1-star (reviewConsistency=0.438) — well below their 5-star majority; negative review text not available in evidence quotes to characterize specific complaints.
What reviewers praise
Had Boston Plumbing out Christmas Eve morning to clear drain to street . Had 15 people over that night. They were on time and did a great job ! Would recommend them to very one . Thanks Boston Plumbing !
Patricia T. · ★★★★★ · Yelp · Dec 2014
The most critical take we found
In 2014 I contracted a General Contractor (GC) to manage the addition of 1,000 sq.ft. to the first floor of my house. The addition included remodeling my already existing first floor, which is about 2,000 sq.ft. The GC hired sub-contractors for different …
Sharon Ayd · · Google · Aug 2015

We read 32 of 26 reviews · newest from Dec 2014

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Duane Blanton Round Lake

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (2,421 Google reviews) 11.9 mi from downtown Bristol

4.7 stars across 2,421 reviews, 84 analyzed; professional=44, workmanship=17 of 84 — strong install quality and technician expertise, but 1 review flagged a $3,500 sump pump quote vs $1,000 from a competitor.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed2,421 total on Google
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Why we're cautious

  • Pricing outlier: 1 reviewer quoted $3,500 for a sump pump install and found an alternate company for $1,000. With <25 negative reviews in the sample, this is a notable pricing flag for large-ticket jobs. (1 of 84 reviews)
  • One pricing complaint (expensive=1): $3,500 quoted for sump pump vs $1,000 from a competitor for identical work — worth comparison shopping on larger jobs. (1 of 84 reviews)

To be fair

  • Workmanship cited in 17 of 84 analyzed reviews; HVAC install corrected prior company's drain tubing errors, reconnected a broken dehumidifier the customer didn't know was offline. (cited in 1 of 84 reviews)
  • James and Juan arrived on time, provided estimate, installed temporary fix while awaiting parts, then returned to complete — full work scope explained verbally at each step. (cited in 1 of 84 reviews)
  • Customer MVP Program cited — zero charge for a faucet repair visit, technician fixed reattachment issue in minutes. (cited in 1 of 84 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Ted and Anthony did a great job! They were professional, attentive and prompt. Ted explained all the features and functions of the new HVAC unit and was patient enough to answer additional questions my wife had while on the phone. Ted even recommended …
Hector Gonzalez · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
The WORST Plumbing Service I have EXPERIENCED in 18 years ! 1) They installed a new water heater after my basement flooded and didn't bother to test all the faucets ! I get home NO WATER at mt kitchen sink. I was at work. I also believe was overcharged for …
Sam Danenberger IV · · Google · Apr 2026

We read 84 of 2,421 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

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Wally Blanton Plumbing and Sewer

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.7 (977 Google reviews) 4.0 mi from downtown Bristol

4.7★ across 977 reviews; 4 of 5 analyzed are 5-star — Derrick and Andrew praised for clean first-time work with thorough pre-job explanation, but one 3-star review documents mismatched pricing quotes ($200 gap) and a sewage mess left in the basement.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed977 total on Google
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Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 977 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Pricing discrepancy between technician and husband quoted $200 apart on the same job; office screened calls from the customer when she followed up for updates — communication failure across two channels. (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Inconsistent cleanup documented: buckets of sewer water left in basement without notice after a sewage backup job; kids discovered them outside — a significant post-job hygiene failure. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Technicians Derrick and Andrew completed work cleanly and 'right the first time,' explaining the issue and solution before starting — workmanship theme in 2 of 5 analyzed reviews. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Sump pump next-day scheduling confirmed; John and Mike arrived at the early end of the appointment window for a sump pump failure — response noted as 'extremely helpful.' (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
Just had Steve and Anthony unclog our kitchen sink drain. They were courteous, professional, and communicated well throughout. I was able to use a coupon found online which greatly reduced the cost compared to previous services from other plumbing …
thomas terranella · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
Was very responsive to some sewer back up in our home and helped get the issue resolved in one day. The plumber and technician we worked with on the first day were hard to communicate with. They told me on price and my husband another price $200 more. They …
Inga Bentley · ★★★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 5 of 977 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
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Kwik Serv Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

We'd call someone else first24/7 per Google listing
4.6 (713 Google reviews)2.8 on Yelp (62) 19.1 mi from downtown Bristol

4.6★ across 713 reviews but 28% negative sentiment and 0.195 consistency score — surprise_fees in 4 of 100 analyzed reviews; one customer was given a written estimate for $5,300 sewer repair that a second opinion confirmed was unnecessary.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed713 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

  • Written estimate for 'broken, exposed, and collapsed' sewer pipe at $5,300 — second opinion found no such damage, pipe just needed cleaning. Scare tactic accusation substantiated by customer's own inspection (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Improper HVAC wiring during installation caused pipes to freeze 8 months later; Kwik Serve then quoted $3,300 to fix damage they caused while denying responsibility (1 of 100 reviews)
  • Appointments scheduled by home warranty then cancelled day-before by voicemail with instructions to 're-call and reschedule' — no-shows confirmed across multiple reviews spanning 2017–2023 (2 of 100 reviews)

To be fair

  • fast_response in 11 of 100 reviews; Andy H resolved humidifier issue in one visit with preventive tips; Josh presented plan, approval, and fixed issue in ~1 hour with photo notifications (cited in 3 of 100 reviews)
  • professional theme in 50 of 100 reviews; tech Josh sends photo ID before arrival, presents options before starting, and keeps customer updated via text/email throughout (cited in 1 of 100 reviews)
What reviewers praise
My technician was on time very informative. I wasn’t home at the time of the visit, but he stayed in contact with me over the phone explained everything to me sent me pictures of the problem very helpful person.
nita ashford · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found
Leaking still happens after so long time.....I stop using the upstairs bathroom and keep changing paper towels to absorb the water....It took weeks for get the broken parts replaced (it's not installed well; it's loose and I suspect it may still cause …
Caroline J. · · Yelp · Dec 2017

We read 100 of 713 reviews · newest from Dec 2017 · BBB A+ accredited

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.

Windy City Rooter, Inc. 4.7 (502 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 3.0 mi Call
FloRyte Services 4.9 (421 Google reviews) · Fox Lake · 15.7 mi Call
Illinois Sewer and Drain Inc. 4.8 (333 Google reviews) · Round Lake · 7.6 mi Call
Econo Sewer & Drain 4.8 (323 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 16.4 mi Call
Aqua Doctor Plumbing 4.8 (217 Google reviews) · Fox Lake · 12.1 mi Call
Duane Blanton Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Cooling 4.9 (189 Google reviews) · Fox Lake · 15.2 mi Call
Kenosha Plumbing 4.5 (156 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 10.6 mi Call
Crane Plumbing Services 4.8 (151 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 10.8 mi Call
Karlsen Plumbing Inc. 4.8 (127 Google reviews) · Racine · 16.8 mi Call
Advanced Water Heating Solutions 5.0 (90 Google reviews) · Fox Lake · 14.6 mi Call
Koenen's Water Works Plumbing Co. LLC 4.6 (86 Google reviews) · Burlington · 15.7 mi Call
Solofra Plumbing & Heating 4.4 (57 Google reviews) · Burlington · 14.9 mi Call
Water Tight Plumbing & Sewer 4.8 (52 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 11.5 mi Call
Feiner Plumbing Co 4.6 (52 Google reviews) · Racine · 18.8 mi Call
KSK Sewer & Drain Cleaning, LLC 4.9 (50 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 11.1 mi Call
PM Plumbing & Mechanical 4.8 (48 Google reviews) · Racine · 17.7 mi Call
John Conner Co LLC 4.5 (47 Google reviews) · Racine · 17.4 mi Call
The Sewer Guys, LLC 4.9 (43 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 9.6 mi Call
The Good Guys Sewer & Drain, Inc. 4.8 (34 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 11.2 mi Call
Guaranteed Sewer Services Inc 5.0 (28 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 10.5 mi Call
Guaranteed Sewer Services 5.0 (26 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 13.0 mi Call
Plumber Racine WI 4.8 (26 Google reviews) · Racine · 19.0 mi Call
Cupco Plumbing Inc. 4.4 (21 Google reviews) · Round Lake · 11.1 mi Call
All Plumbing Inc. 5.0 (19 Google reviews) · Round Lake · 10.4 mi Call
City Sewer Cleaners 5.0 (15 Google reviews) · Kenosha · 12.1 mi Call
Despins Plumbing LLC 3.7 (15 Google reviews) · Racine · 17.4 mi Call
Banda Plumbing Inc. 5.0 (14 Google reviews) · Round Lake · 15.6 mi Call
Illinois Plumbing & Mechanical Company 4.9 (10 Google reviews) · Round Lake · 13.3 mi Call
Ex-Stink Plumbing & Sewer 4.9 (657 Google reviews) · Fox River Grove · 11.5 mi Call
JCB Plumbing, LLC 4.9 (459 Google reviews) · Fox River Grove · 18.6 mi Call
HT STRENGER Plumbing Inc. 4.8 (239 Google reviews) · Libertyville · 18.8 mi Call
T And T Sons Plumbing & Sewer 4.7 (185 Google reviews) · Libertyville · 13.1 mi Call
Water Tight Plumbing & Sewer 4.6 (154 Google reviews) · Libertyville · 10.6 mi Call
Northern Lakes Plumbing and Sewer 5.0 (131 Google reviews) · Fox River Grove · 12.1 mi Call
AHS/TOPTEC Plumbing & Sewer Repair 4.6 (71 Google reviews) · Libertyville · 18.0 mi Call
Cahill Plumbing, Sewer & Drain 5.0 (49 Google reviews) · Libertyville · 18.8 mi Call
Clean Care Sewer Specialists 5.0 (43 Google reviews) · Gurnee · 6.9 mi Call
BeeZee Plumbing 4.7 (33 Google reviews) · Libertyville · 19.3 mi Call
J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain 4.7 (500 Google reviews) · McHenry · 17.0 mi Call
Modern Heating & Plumbing Co. 4.9 (464 Google reviews) · Gurnee · 12.6 mi Call
Arrow Plumbing 4.9 (148 Google reviews) · Libertyville · 17.7 mi Call
Family Rooter Plumbing and Sewer IL 4.8 (144 Google reviews) · Fox River Grove · 12.0 mi Call
Drain & Plumbing Services 4.9 (141 Google reviews) · Libertyville · 19.6 mi Call
Ernie Peterson Plumbing, Inc. 4.7 (124 Google reviews) · Gurnee · 11.9 mi Call
K.B.I Sewer & Drainage 4.8 (113 Google reviews) · McHenry · 13.6 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 →

  • Helton Plumbing Hero1-star review describes receptionist being rude on first call; reviewer left without scheduling — single data point but notable given small base
  • Intelligent Service: Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain CleaningUpsell pressure during quote visit documented: 1 reviewer explicitly compared to 'overpriced and sales pushers' category alongside ABC and 4 Seasons plumbing
  • Duane Blanton Round LakePricing outlier: 1 reviewer quoted $3,500 for a sump pump install and found an alternate company for $1,000. With <25 negative reviews in the sample, this is a notable pricing flag for large-ticket jobs.
  • Wally Blanton Plumbing and SewerPricing discrepancy between technician and husband quoted $200 apart on the same job; office screened calls from the customer when she followed up for updates — communication failure across two channels.
  • Kwik Serv Plumbing, Heating & CoolingWritten estimate for 'broken, exposed, and collapsed' sewer pipe at $5,300 — second opinion found no such damage, pipe just needed cleaning. Scare tactic accusation substantiated by customer's own inspection
  • Kwik Serv Plumbing, Heating & CoolingImproper HVAC wiring during installation caused pipes to freeze 8 months later; Kwik Serve then quoted $3,300 to fix damage they caused while denying responsibility
  • Kwik Serv Plumbing, Heating & CoolingAppointments scheduled by home warranty then cancelled day-before by voicemail with instructions to 're-call and reschedule' — no-shows confirmed across multiple reviews spanning 2017–2023
  • A Right Price Plumbing & Sewer Company Inc.1 of 97 reviews documents a missed callback — Jordan uncharacteristically did not return a call, resulting in a 4-star instead of 5-star review

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: 782 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 Benet Lake, Camp Lake, Pleasant Prairie, Russell, Salem, Silver Lake, Trevor, Wadsworth, Wilmot, Winthrop Harbor, Woodworth, Zion — this Bristol guide covers those areas.

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