Water Heater Repair in St. Matthews, KY
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Best Water Heater Repair Pros in St. Matthews
#1Conditional Hire
Backup Plumbing
5Water Heater Repair: 97/100
“Josh was great, excellent both times”
#3Caution
Noah's Plumbing & Water Heaters
4.8Water Heater Repair: 85/100
“jaxon from noah's plumbing & water heaters successfully replaced my two old water heaters with a tankless one, also installing a recirculating pump. the pricing was reasonable and their professionalism was commendable.”
All Water Heater Repair Pros in St. Matthews
Backup Plumbing
5·1.0k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: Multiple reviewers praise…
Professional workmanship and thorough diagnostics: Reviewers…
Fair pricing and transparent communication: Recent Google reviews…
Concerns
Severe Yelp history of unprofessional conduct and broken…
Billing disputes and surprise charges: Two older Yelp reviews…
Dramatic platform divergence: Google average 4.9/5 (1024 reviews)…
Incomplete follow-up and lack of communication on estimates: One…
1-Tom-Plumber
4.9·1.4k reviews·
In St. MatthewsGoogle Verified
+3 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: Multiple reviewers praise…
Consistently excellent workmanship across varied jobs (toilet…
Strong communication and transparency: 6 reviewers explicitly…
Professional crew demeanor: Multiple reviews highlight…
Concerns
Pricing variance: 2 of 8 Yelp reviews (25%) specifically mention…
One review reports technician declined to diagnose clogged sink…
Noah's Plumbing & Water Heaters
4.8·89 reviews·
In St. MatthewsGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Water-heater service mentioned in 49 of 100 reviews;
Same-day dispatch in 19 of 100 reviews;
Weekend/Saturday dispatch confirmed
Concerns
One reviewer alleges this is a fake Google listing operated by a…
Manager named James Reesor flagged for disrespectful…
Quote-vs-final-bill discrepancy cited
Voicemail-full and no-callback complaints
ASI Plumbing
4.9·2.4k reviews·
In St. MatthewsGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day emergency response: 7 reviews explicitly…
Exceptional attention to property cleanliness and…
Upfront pricing transparency: 5 reviews mention upfront…
Clear communication and customer education: 5 reviews highlight…
Concerns
Multiple reports (3 reviews) of misdiagnosis leading to…
Tension between Google 4.9 rating (2389 reviews) and Yelp 3.8…
Management responsiveness red flag: 2 reviews specifically cite…
Warranty/guarantee concerns: 1 review reports being denied return…
St. Matthews Plumbing
4.9·516 reviews·
In St. MatthewsGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast_response theme appears in 17 of 80 reviews;
Self-corrected mistakes at no charge
Christmas Eve toilet install completed before the holiday
Concerns
Initial recommendation of a new toilet flagged when augering the…
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
5·85 reviews·
In St. MatthewsGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fast_response theme in 17 of 76 reviews;
Pricing transparency cited
After-hours emergency dispatch confirmed
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Queens Plumbing
5·54 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Owner Cody answered call while on vacation and diagnosed water…
Fair_pricing theme in 4 of 57 reviews;
After-hours responsiveness cited
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Graham's Plumbing Co. Inc.
4.8·95 reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day dispatch within an hour cited
Quoted at half the price of competitors for shower valve…
Concerns
One reviewer reports harassing facebook messages and repeated…
12 of 100 reviews are 1-star with incomplete-work and…
Expensive theme in 4 of 100 reviews
Daniel Brown Plumbing
4.9·511 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
All 30 sampled reviews are 5-star across both Google and Yelp
Multiple reviewers specifically note no pressure to add work or…
Whole-house leak detection and warranty-coordinated work both get…
BBB-accredited A+
Concerns
Not enough negative review data in this sample to identify…
Overflow Plumbing, LLC
4.9·232 reviews·
In St. MatthewsGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Burst basement pipe repaired plus cleaned up same day at fair…
Tech team flagged a recurring frozen-pipe issue customer had…
Reviewers cite techs only charging the service fee when issues…
Concerns
Yelp rating of 3.0 across 2 reviews is too small a sample to be…
Vessels Plumbing & Services Inc
4.8·455 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Trenchless 'no dig' process cited as alternative to chopping home…
Same-day water-heater replacement at fair price cited;
Office staff (Tanya, Leaha, Shelly) named repeatedly for keeping…
Concerns
Customer reports broken backflow valve caused major sewage…
Through American Home Shield Warranty channel
Communication breakdown cited
Dauenhauer Plumbing Heating Air & Electric
4.8·8.9k reviews·
5 mi awayGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
BBB accredited with A+ rating;
Multiple reviewers mention same-day response (toilet before…
Techs like Hunter and Hayden specifically called out for thorough…
Concerns
Two distinct property-damage allegations across plumbing (sump…
Another 1-star says AC install used wrong-sized liquid lines…
Golden Plumbing
4.8·438 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Multiple reviewers describe same-day arrival with named techs…
Specific praise for not upselling
Quick water heater installs cited at 45 minutes
Concerns
Allegation of unauthorized credit card use in a recent review
One reviewer reports a 2-day job that ran more than 2 months with…
A separate reviewer describes a $408 gas-leak fix that LG&E later…
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.6·437 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Sunday-morning dispatch for clogs confirmed by multiple reviewers
1am main-water-line break got a callback by 8am and on-site by…
Tech-level cleanup repeatedly mentioned: reviewers came home to…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Avantel Plumber of Louisville KY
5·13 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick5.0Google
Strengths
One reviewer reports on-site within an hour of calling
Late-night pipe burst handled per one reviewer
Water heater installation called out as fast and competent in one…
Concerns
Multiple reviews appear nearly identical or duplicated (same…
Review pool is small (13 Google, 0 Yelp) and reads as templated
Reviews use similar generic phrasing ('communication was solid',…
Common Water Heater Repair Scenarios
No Hot Water
Complete loss of hot water from a tank or tankless unit. Could be a failed heating element, thermostat, or gas valve issue.
Leaking Water Heater
Water pooling around the base of your tank is urgent — it can mean a failing tank that could rupture and flood your home.
Strange Noises or Smells
Popping, banging, or rumbling from your water heater signals sediment buildup. A sulfur smell may indicate a failing anode rod or gas leak.
Water Heater Replacement
Units over 10-12 years old that need frequent repairs are usually better replaced. Modern units are more efficient and reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does water heater repair cost in St. Matthews, KY?
Water heater repair in St. Matthews typically costs $150-$500 for common fixes like thermostat or element replacement. Full water heater replacement runs $1,200-$3,500 installed, depending on tank vs tankless and fuel type. Get multiple quotes from plumbers listed below.
Should I repair or replace my water heater?
If your water heater is over 10 years old and needs a repair costing more than $500, replacement is usually the better investment. Newer models are more energy-efficient and come with warranties. Plumbers in St. Matthews can help you evaluate the best option.
How long does water heater installation take?
A standard tank water heater replacement takes 2-4 hours. Tankless installations can take 4-8 hours due to additional venting and gas line work. Most plumbers in Jefferson County can complete same-day installation if the unit is in stock.
Can I get emergency water heater service in St. Matthews?
Yes — several plumbers serving St. Matthews offer same-day and emergency water heater repair. A leaking tank is urgent and should be addressed immediately to prevent water damage. Check the plumber ratings below for responsiveness scores.
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