The 15 plumbers serving Oshkosh, ranked.

We read 176 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 38 plumbers serving Oshkosh — 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 38 list 24-hour service — if it's the middle of the night, start with those. Rankings are not for sale.

Oshkosh'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. 10 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 20 of the 38 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 — Kelderman Plumbing, LLC — sits below 4.0 (3.5). Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and drain clearing.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown OshkoshHow 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: 75 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 ↓

Water everywhere right now? Shut off your main valve first, then jump to the 24/7 picks ↓. Every plumber below is one tap to call.

Our top picks

Consistent evidence of showing up, honest pricing, and work that lasts

Absolute Plumbing of Wisconsin, LLC

Top pick

4.8 (1,427 Google reviews) 16.3 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

4.8 stars across 1,427 Google reviews; BBB A+ accredited. All 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star with professional=4, workmanship=2, and 1 expensive mention — Diamond Club maintenance program draws repeat praise for transparent upfront pricing.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed1,427 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 1,427 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Technicians praised for honesty and transparency across 3 of 5 analyzed reviews — no upsell pressure during inspections, recommendations explained clearly without hard-close tactics (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Full-home safety inspections completed efficiently in a single visit — water heater flush, all faucets, showers, toilets, outdoor hookups covered in ~2 hours per 2 of 5 analyzed reviews (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Major plumbing jobs completed in one day where customers expected multiple days — team of 4 technicians dispatched and finished ahead of schedule per 1 of 5 analyzed reviews (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

Pricing flagged as higher-end in 1 of 5 analyzed reviews (themeCounts.expensive=1); Diamond Club membership required to offset service call fees — ongoing cost for budget-conscious customers (1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“The guys at Absolute Plumbing are the best! We had a pretty big issue that needed to be fixed and we thought it was something that would have taken a few days to fix. They were able to get it completed in just a day and were super nice too. Justin, Brendan, …”

Autumn Waters · ★★★★★ · 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 1,427 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(920) 757-7222

Full report →Website ↗

Tim Rausch Plumbing LLC

Top pick

4.9 (465 Google reviews) 16.9 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Family-owned operation that tackles complex jobs with creative solutions and genuinely cares about customers—shows up fast, explains everything clearly, and won't nickel-and-dime you like competitors do.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed465 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 465 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

All 5 reviews praise transparency and clear communication about work needed and pricing before proceeding (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention quick/prompt response and same-day or next-day availability (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
4 of 5 reviewers specifically highlight fair/competitive pricing and willingness to work with customers on cost (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“The Rausch team was great. Tim came out to give me a free quote to do a job and provided detailed information on what it would take to do the job that i was looking to get done. He told me it would be a 1 to 2 day job. Day 1 Tim and Jaden came out and moved …”

CM · ★★★★★ · 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 465 reviews · newest from May 2026

(920) 830-9222

Full report →Website ↗

Watters Plumbing

Top pick

4.5 (171 Google reviews) 15.6 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Dispatches a technician within hours even during emergencies, with consistently transparent pricing and meticulous cleanup—ideal for 2am burst pipes.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed171 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 171 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Emergency responsiveness: 2 of 5 reviews specifically praise rapid dispatch and same-day availability during urgent situations (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Transparent pricing: 2 of 5 reviewers explicitly note competitive estimates with detailed line-item breakdowns and final costs meeting or beating expectations (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Workmanship and site cleanliness: 2 of 5 reviews highlight professional execution with daily cleanup protocols (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“I called in a frenzy when my sump pump was burning out and not keeping up with incoming water. They were able to get someone to my house in the nick of time and replace the unit. Pat was very reassuring of the product he was installing and also put my mind …”

Lindsey Lantow · ★★★★★ · 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 171 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(920) 886-8800

Full report →Website ↗

Besch Plumbing Inc

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.8 (121 Google reviews) 19.0 mi from downtown Oshkosh

Our take — how we form it

Owner answers emergency calls at night and arrives within the hour for burst pipes; all 5 reviews are perfect 5-star ratings with zero pricing complaints.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed121 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 121 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Exceptional emergency responsiveness: owner personally answered late-night call and arrived next morning; water line break diagnosed and repaired within one hour (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Detail-oriented workmanship: all 5 reviewers praised quality; specifically noted fixing problems created by previous plumbers and thorough identification of hidden issues (rusted pipes, code violations) (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Transparent communication and fair pricing: 3 reviewers explicitly mentioned honest communication and competitive/fair pricing; no upselling language detected (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“Andy and Chris paid close attention to detail. They fixed several problems with our plumbing (created by a previous plumber). Installed a new shower which we love. Would give them 6 stars if possible.”

Mike Hoffmann · ★★★★★ · 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 121 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(920) 585-3686

Full report →Website ↗

Hot Water Doctor

Top pick

5.0 (75 Google reviews) 18.9 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Shane answers emergency calls on weekends and completes same-day replacements at fair prices, making him the go-to for urgent water heater failures.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed75 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 75 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 3 of 5 reviews highlight rapid response to urgent calls, including one Saturday morning emergency completed within hours at no extra charge (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Transparent, competitive pricing: 3 of 5 reviewers explicitly praise fair costs with no surprise fees, contrasting favorably against other plumbers' estimates (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
High-quality workmanship and professionalism: 4 of 5 reviews mention clean installations, attention to home protection, and knowledgeable explanations of options (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“Shane was a pleasure to work with! I called for a quote and just sent photos and info on tank size. He was able to come out and fix it so fast! I would definitely recommend him to anyone!”

kim lindner · ★★★★★ · 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 75 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(920) 215-1250

Full report →Website ↗

Gomach Plumbing LLC

Top pick24/7 per Google listing

4.9 (69 Google reviews) 2.0 mi from downtown Oshkosh

Our take — how we form it

Shows up within hours for emergencies and charges fair rates, even on weekends—5 reviewers all 5-star with zero complaints.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed69 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 69 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

4 of 5 reviewers specifically praise emergency response speed, with same-day or next-day service mentioned even for late-night calls (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
3 of 5 reviewers explicitly note reasonable or competitive pricing, including during emergency weekend calls (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Multiple reviewers highlight professionalism and cleanup (sewer work, basement water damage, full repair coordination) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“Luke and Charlie came out and did plumbing for us. Luke came out Saturday to see what was going on and they had it fixed in no time on Monday. They will be our plumbers from know on. Thank you Luke and Charlie”

Lorraine Hegedus · ★★★★★ · 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 69 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(920) 420-7815

Full report →Website ↗

Keyes & Sons Plumbing & Heating

Top pick

4.8 (61 Google reviews) 13.4 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Family-run shop with 4.8★ across 61 Google reviews; all 5 analyzed reviews are 5-star with zero negative sentiment — deep multi-year loyalty from both residential and commercial clients including a nonprofit.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed61 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 61 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

Multi-year customer retention across residential and commercial accounts: 2 of 5 reviewers cite repeat business spanning 'many years' or 'several years,' including Jericho Road Ministries. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Responsive to water emergencies — came out 'next day' for a leak and scheduled around customer availability; Master Plumbers on staff with fast turnaround on several emergencies. (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Office staff (Susan) praised for design assistance and scheduling efficiency in a large remodel project — full-service from intake to installation. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“The entire Keyes family are professional, reliable , knowledgeable, courteous, friendly and do the job right. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with Susan at the office for design tips and ordering. She is super efficient and fun to work with. Paul has taken …”

Michele Delviscio · ★★★★★ · Google · Nov 2020

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 61 reviews · newest from Nov 2020

(920) 204-6241

Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first

Black-Haak Heating

Caveats apply

4.9 (7,798 Google reviews) 17.6 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Excellent responsiveness and workmanship with same-day service, but expect premium pricing and potential warranty disputes on technician errors.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed7,798 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 7,798 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Critical issue: Technician left gasket out of furnace during service; company refused warranty coverage and demanded $99 service call to fix their own error, citing 'not under warranty' (1 of 5 reviews)
Pricing acknowledged as 'a little bit more expensive' by satisfied customer, and one reviewer noted service call charge of $99 for technician-caused error (2 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

4 of 5 reviews praise same-day or next-day service and fast response times, with one reviewer noting arrival within hours of initial call (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
Technicians consistently receive praise for knowledge and clear explanations of work and options, with 3 reviews specifically highlighting professional communication (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Work quality is warrantied and highly regarded, with one long-term customer continuing service after decades due to quality assurance (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Black Haak began in this very house I now live where Floyd Blackie once lived. His work shop was our garage. I still have Black Haak serive my heating. They are a little bit more expensive, however, their work is very good, and warrantied. I prefer to avoid …”

D J · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“Back in December 2024 I had my gas valve replaced by Black-Haak. They came out right away with many notifications, got the job done without issue, and they offered me a free cleaning. I took them up on the free cleaning a year later in December 2025. The …”

Matt Schmeichel · ★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 5 of 7,798 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(920) 757-9990

Full report →Website ↗

Aquarius Home Services

Caveats apply

4.9 (620 Google reviews) 17.5 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Excellent technicians and fast response times, but the new AI phone system creates billing confusion and service fee surprises that cost them customers.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed620 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★1

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 620 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Hidden service fees: 1 of 5 reviews documents a $98 service fee discrepancy between AI quote and final billing that resulted in customer cancellation (1 of 5 reviews)
AI phone system causes service fee miscommunication: 1 reviewer was told by AI there was no $98 service fee, then contradicted by human staff, leading to cancellation after 10 follow-up calls (1 of 5 reviews)
New AI phone system reduces accessibility: 1 reviewer notes the AI phone system is inferior to speaking with humans and doesn't understand customer needs (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Fast emergency response: 2 reviewers specifically praise quick visit availability for urgent maintenance needs (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
High-quality workmanship and attention to detail: 3 reviewers highlight technician professionalism, thoroughness, and care (shoe coverings, retesting months later, clear explanations) (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Excellent post-service follow-up: 1 reviewer notes retesting months after installation to verify system performance, not as a sales tactic (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Wyatt and Josiah were a great to work with! They were friendly, thorough and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the visit and felt like we were in good hands! We’ve really enjoyed working with Aquarius in general. We got a reverse osmosis filter system along with …”

Michelle Glab · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026

The most critical take we found

“At first we were surprised by the quick response, it was very accurate Ai who honestly said there was no service fee. And tricky humans say there is $98. After ten phone calls we decided to cancel the appointment and not throw money away.”

Robert Osory · ★★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 620 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(920) 202-5637

Full report →Website ↗

Fox Cities Plumbing

Caveats apply

4.9 (348 Google reviews) 17.6 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Excellent emergency response (same-day service within an hour) and stellar communication, but one catastrophic workmanship failure that cost a customer $2,000 in repairs suggests quality control issues.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed348 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 348 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Critical workmanship failure: Shower installation had unsealed pipes, missing plumber's putty, misaligned pipes, and total failure within 3 years, costing customer $2,000 in replacement work by another contractor (1 of 5 reviews)
Pricing fairness concern: One reviewer felt they received subminimal workmanship potentially due to choosing a cheaper fixture option, suggesting quality may vary by customer budget (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Exceptional responsiveness: Same-day arrival within 1 hour and prompt text communication from Carlton (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Strong communication: Multiple reviewers praise staff for answering questions thoroughly and explaining work before and after (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Professional cleanup and attention to detail on completed jobs: One reviewer noted Carlton cleaned up his mess and didn't leave it for the customer (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Prompt work. Honest and reliable. I would hire them every single time. They did a huge basement remodel for me and I never had a single issue. From communication to delivery 10/10. Carlton is a pleasure to work with.”

John Kennedy · ★★★★★ · Google · Jan 2026

The most critical take we found

“The wife and I hired Adam Griesbach Plumbing 3 years ago to redo our shower. We had used them in the past and were impressed with them. We had just bought our house and a week later, everything was leaking from our bathroom upstairs to our downstairs ceiling. …”

Adam Fredrick · ★ · Google · Mar 2026

We read 5 of 348 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(920) 460-9797

Full report →Website ↗

Drucks Plumbing & Heating

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.3 (210 Google reviews) 11.0 mi from downtown Oshkosh

Our take — how we form it

4.3★ Google with 210 reviews; BBB A+ (non-accredited); water-heater dominates all 5 mentions; fast_response=3 with same-day dispatch confirmed; one 1★ review alleges sticker-covering of equipment identifiers.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed210 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 210 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

One reviewer (1★) reports tech placed company stickers directly over original installer labels on furnace and water heater — destroying the originals; interpreted as deliberate tactic to ensure future calls go to Druck's (KFSs761OdWSlvUcXH66O). (1 of 5 reviews)
Only 5 reviews analyzed — insufficient to validate consistency across wider review base (210 total Google reviews not fully sampled). (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Same-day water heater replacement confirmed in 3 of 5 reviews — 45-minute promise kept, leak contained and new unit installed same day (ltvu2eIJ8EQrqwx1A116, D50WWdgVS1XzsrpLwP59). (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
Transparent pricing and bonus service: during water heater call, tech also inspected furnace and gave honest condition assessment at no additional charge (SpEfmiDUkbr5s8qWi7qG). (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“After our water heater leaked out on the floor, they came the same day we called. The replacement went smoothly, and they were professional, transparent, and affordable.”

Nathan Arnold · ★★★★★ · Google · Nov 2025

The most critical take we found

“Don’t do it. I had Druck’s out for a furnace estimate and was shocked by what they did afterward. Without permission or even asking, they placed their business stickers directly over the original installer’s information on my furnace—and even on my water …”

Rosemary McCarthy · ★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 5 of 210 reviews · newest from Nov 2025

(920) 722-2642

Full report →Website ↗

Speedy Clean Drain & Sewer

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing

4.6 (85 Google reviews) 15.0 mi from downtown Oshkosh

Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response with top-tier workmanship, but weekend drive-time charges can inflate bills 30-50% beyond the service rate.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed85 total on Google

5★4

4★0

3★1

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 85 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Pricing transparency issue on emergency calls: reviewer felt trapped into accepting drive-time charges because competing plumbers were fully booked, raising questions about whether customers can negotiate or opt out of this fee when in genuine emergency situations (1 of 5 reviews)
Drive-time charges on weekend calls can add 30-50% to final bill: one reviewer charged $470+ for a 1-hour job at $315/hour because of 10-minute drive-time surcharge on top of already-high weekend rates (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 2-hour arrival on urgent multi-drain flooding, next-day availability for non-emergency camera work (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Consistently professional and knowledgeable technicians: 4 of 5 reviews specifically praise technician expertise and professionalism by name (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
Excellent phone communication: 3 reviews praise the office staff (Ashley, the initial lady) for helpfulness and friendliness during scheduling (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Will only use speedy clean from here on out! Every drain in my lower level was flooding with filthy debris. I called Speedy Clean and the lady on the phone was very helpful and able to send people to my house within 2 hours! Nik and Byron showed up and were …”

Jill Richmond · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“The employee was quick to get here and very personable. No issue with him, he would get 5 stars alone. However the pricing seems... Not great. Even taking into account it was on the weekend, it seems pretty high due to charging for their driving time. As a …”

Lauren Bourbois · ★★★ · Google · Nov 2025

We read 5 of 85 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(920) 734-4707

Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore

Quandt Plumbing

We'd call someone else first

4.7 (120 Google reviews) 5.6 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Quandt Plumbing holds 4.7★ on 120 reviews but only 5 analyzed show 60% positive, 20% negative; strong on complex sewer work and holiday-weekend response, undercut by a misdiagnosis and denial of responsibility after reinstall.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed120 total on Google

5★3

4★0

3★1

2★0

1★1

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 120 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

Charged $100 home warranty fee for a 5-minute visit that misdiagnosed a clogged pipe as a septic issue — customer confirmed the pipe was the actual problem after the fact. (1 of 5 reviews)
Denied responsibility for toilet performance degradation after their own reinstall during a remodel — refused to inspect before dismissing the claim. (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Responded Christmas Eve two days before a dinner party to fix a clogged drain — arrived on time and resolved the issue. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Handled full main sewer line replacement under concrete slab in 7 hours after Roto-Rooter failed — coordinated excavating subcontractor same morning. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Quant Plumbing has done several jobs in my aging condominium each job has been met with challenges and Every time Quant Plumbing has gone above and beyond expectations from the office staff to the apprentices and journeyman to get the job done right and in a …”

Chris Haddock · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025

The most critical take we found

“From my experience they don't do good business!!! I know what the home warranty states yes I pay the first hundred. But when u come in for 5 min and say u need ur septic pumped and that's it and still charge 100 dollars for that to me that's bad …”

shane skifstad · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 120 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(920) 420-5185

Full report →Website ↗

J. Cox Plumbing

We'd call someone else first

5.0 (111 Google reviews) 2.7 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Consistently excellent across all metrics with 111 five-star Google reviews; expect thorough work, honest pricing, and quick turnaround even on complex whole-house replumbing jobs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed111 total on Google

5★5

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 111 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

All 5 reviews praise workmanship quality, with 2 explicitly highlighting thoroughness on major projects (galvanized pipe replacement, whole-house drain/water line replacement) (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Fast response and completion times noted in 2 of 5 reviews; one reviewer reports 'very quick turnaround' and another praises 'prompt with communication and did the work in a timely manner' (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
Repeat customer loyalty demonstrated: one reviewer explicitly states they hired J. Cox multiple times over 2 months for four separate jobs (toilet flange, water heater, sump pump, hose bibb) (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

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

What reviewers praise

“This is a company you can trust. I've had them out a few times in the last couple months and they've done a wonderful job. They originally came out to replace a 50+ year old cast iron toilet flange, but they were so great to work with we also had them replace …”

Matt K · ★★★★★ · 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 111 reviews · newest from Apr 2026

(920) 329-2826

Full report →Website ↗

R and R Plumbing LLC

We'd call someone else first

4.7 (74 Google reviews) 0.9 mi from downtown OshkoshNot a 24/7 shop

Our take — how we form it

Fast emergency response and fair pricing when jobs go smoothly, but inconsistent workmanship on complex repairs raises concerns.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed74 total on Google

5★3

4★0

3★0

2★0

1★2

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 74 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

1 of 5 reviews reports repeat service failures on same job with customer charged both times—suggests possible diagnostic or technical competency gaps on complex repairs (1 of 5 reviews)
Failed to resolve toilet repair across two service calls and charged high fees for unsuccessful work (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

Exceptional emergency responsiveness: called early Monday and arrived by noon with job completed by 3pm (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
Pricing significantly below estimates when work is straightforward: quoted $350, charged $187 for completed job (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
3 of 5 reviews praise professional demeanor and quick service for standard installations (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers praise

“Water heater died over the weekend. Called early Monday, they were here by Noon and had it fixed by 3PM. They did have to go back and get a water heater for me but that was expected. Could not say how appreciative I was to get hot water again so quickly.”

John Sperger · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026

The most critical take we found

“Very personable person. But they came out twice and didn't fix my toilet. They charged me a lot of money for not fixing my toilet either time. I will not be calling for their service again or recommending them to anyone. Unsatisfied with the results.”

billthem4n ! · ★ · Google · Jan 2026

We read 5 of 74 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(920) 279-3949

Full report →Website ↗

Also serving Oshkosh — 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.

The Water Heater Guys 5.0 (50 Google reviews) · Neenah · 8.8 mi Call

Ogden Plumbing 4.1 (48 Google reviews) · Neenah · 11.9 mi Call

C Sweeting Plumbing LLC 4.8 (46 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 2.2 mi Call

Jim's Plumbing 4.9 (42 Google reviews) · Neenah · 18.3 mi Call

Sammons Plumbing 4.3 (41 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 1.2 mi Call

clogged toilet and drain guys 5.0 (39 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 0.8 mi Call

Kurt Zentner & Sons, Inc. 5.0 (35 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 2.6 mi Call

Asap Sewer & Drain Cleaning LLC 4.2 (32 Google reviews) · Neenah · 11.9 mi Call

Salm Plumbing Sewer & Drain 4.6 (32 Google reviews) · Appleton · 19.0 mi Call

J. Rasmussen Plumbing & Service, LLC 4.0 (31 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 2.8 mi Call

SBS Plumbing Inc 4.9 (28 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 5.4 mi Call

Ludwigs Plumbing 4.6 (21 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 1.4 mi Call

Ken's Plumbing Inc 4.8 (21 Google reviews) · Menasha · 19.5 mi Call

Dennee Plumbing 5.0 (16 Google reviews) · Appleton · 16.6 mi Call

Abel Plumbing LLC 4.6 (11 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 2.1 mi Call

D & S Plumbing 5.0 (11 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 7.9 mi Call

Kelderman Plumbing, LLC 3.5 (11 Google reviews) · Kaukauna · 19.7 mi Call

Merten Plumbing & Heating Inc. 4.6 (10 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 2.7 mi Call

M. P. Kelly Plumbing By Mike Gudden LLC 4.7 (15 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 0.7 mi Call

D.R. Hansen Plumbing Contractors 4.7 (14 Google reviews) · Oshkosh · 1.0 mi Call

Speedy Clean Drain & Sewer 4.8 (4 Google reviews) · Neenah · 12.0 mi Call

Complete Plumbing Inc. 4.7 (3 Google reviews) · Neenah · 14.7 mi Call

Leak Squad 5.0 (2 Google reviews) · Menasha · 15.6 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Oshkosh

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

Black-Haak Heating — Critical issue: Technician left gasket out of furnace during service; company refused warranty coverage and demanded $99 service call to fix their own error, citing 'not under warranty'
Aquarius Home Services — Hidden service fees: 1 of 5 reviews documents a $98 service fee discrepancy between AI quote and final billing that resulted in customer cancellation
Fox Cities Plumbing — Critical workmanship failure: Shower installation had unsealed pipes, missing plumber's putty, misaligned pipes, and total failure within 3 years, costing customer $2,000 in replacement work by another contractor
Drucks Plumbing & Heating — One reviewer (1★) reports tech placed company stickers directly over original installer labels on furnace and water heater — destroying the originals; interpreted as deliberate tactic to ensure future calls go to Druck's (KFSs761OdWSlvUcXH66O).
Speedy Clean Drain & Sewer — Pricing transparency issue on emergency calls: reviewer felt trapped into accepting drive-time charges because competing plumbers were fully booked, raising questions about whether customers can negotiate or opt out of this fee when in genuine emergency situations
Quandt Plumbing — Charged $100 home warranty fee for a 5-minute visit that misdiagnosed a clogged pipe as a septic issue — customer confirmed the pipe was the actual problem after the fact.
R and R Plumbing LLC — 1 of 5 reviews reports repeat service failures on same job with customer charged both times—suggests possible diagnostic or technical competency gaps on complex repairs
Absolute Plumbing of Wisconsin, LLC — Pricing flagged as higher-end in 1 of 5 analyzed reviews (themeCounts.expensive=1); Diamond Club membership required to offset service call fees — ongoing cost for budget-conscious customers

How we rank the plumbers on this page

We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Oshkosh we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 75 reviews across 15 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 Butte Des Morts, Chilton, Stockbridge, Winnebago — this Oshkosh guide covers those areas.

Nearby city guides

Omro, WI · 23 plumbers · 10 mi Malone, WI · 14 plumbers · 16 mi Dale, WI · 44 plumbers · 19 mi Appleton, WI · 48 plumbers · 19 mi Potter, WI · 26 plumbers · 23 mi Greenleaf, WI · 35 plumbers · 32 mi