Best plumbers in Greater Hartford

★★★★★4.7 (686 reviews)score 89/100

Joe the Plumber pairs a high review volume with consistently positive sentiment, built on named technicians who diagnose honestly instead of pushing replacements. It covers everything from flooded basements to water heater swaps with the kind of repeat-customer loyalty that shows up across nearly 700 reviews.

• Named technicians with strong local reputation
• Honest diagnosis, fixes rather than replaces when possible
• Same-day or next-day service typical
• Thorough cleanup and respectful home manners

Google-verified686 Google reviews

Services: emergency plumbing, drain cleaning, commercial plumbing

★★★★★5 (154 reviews)score 89/100

SI Plumbing runs on a single named technician, Sam, who answers weekend and after-hours calls within hours and holds pricing to quote. Every recent review is five stars, spanning emergency fixes, renovations, and heat systems across eight towns.

• Responds to emergencies same day or next morning
• No surprise charges, pricing often below estimate
• Same technician known by name on every job
• Handles both simple repairs and major renovations

Google-verified154 Google reviewsover a decade

Services: emergency plumbing, leak detection repair, gas line services, water heater

★★★★★4.8 (215 reviews)score 89/100

Fernando and Manuel get named repeatedly for guiding homeowners through insurance paperwork after water damage, and the company's 1935 roots and licensing back that up. It's a solid pick when a flood or sewage backup needs both plumbing and claims help handled at once.

• Fast emergency response
• Staff assists with insurance documentation
• Established since 1935, licensed and insured
• Knowledgeable, professional technicians

Watch out: One reviewer noted quotes ran roughly double what independent local plumbers charge.

Google-verified215 Google reviewssince 1935

Services: water heater, emergency plumbing, furnace repair service, commercial plumbing

★★★★★4.9 (206 reviews)score 89/100

Matt's Pro Plumbing earns a near-perfect rating across 206 reviews for speed and follow-through, with Brad, Joe, and Matt himself credited for clear communication and same-day fixes if something doesn't stick. Full renovations, tub-to-shower conversions, and leak repairs all land five stars.

• Same-day or next-day scheduling and callbacks
• Fair, transparent pricing
• Full-project capability from design through permits
• Strong follow-up if issues arise

Google-verified206 Google reviewsnearly 20 years of experience

Services: emergency plumbing, drain cleaning, water heater, leak detection repair

★★★★★4.9 (735 reviews)score 89/100

Marzano Plumbing & Heating backs up its 735 reviews with a rare mix of same-day response and detailed diagnosis, including sewer camera inspections. Tony, Nick, Ray, and Jeff are named for clear explanations and leaving the work space clean.

• Same-day emergency response
• Sewer camera inspections for thorough diagnosis
• Fair, transparent pricing
• Named technicians with consistent quality

Google-verified735 Google reviewssince 1978

Services: emergency plumbing, gas line services, water heater, furnace repair service

★★★★★5 (219 reviews)score 89/100

Express Water Heater and Plumbing gets Spartak and his team to most emergencies within 90 minutes, and reviewers repeatedly call the pricing fair and the finish work skilled. The business also takes on bigger jobs like concrete rework and commercial units without a drop in care.

• Emergency arrival typically under 90 minutes
• Pricing undercuts competitors
• Handles complex jobs like concrete repair and commercial units
• Status updates as work progresses

Watch out: One reviewer flagged a scheduling mix-up when an appointment wasn't formally confirmed.

Google-verified219 Google reviews

Services: emergency plumbing, drain cleaning, water heater, leak detection repair

★★★★★4.8 (706 reviews)score 88/100

Advance Plumbing has operated since 1956 and holds BBB accreditation since 2005, with 706 reviews backing consistent praise for fast, accurate diagnosis on old-house leaks and water heater issues. Named technicians Greg, Donovan, Dylan, Dwight, Mike, and Toby show up again and again in reviews for methodical, no-upsell work.

• Fast leak detection on older homes
• Fair pricing with no unnecessary add-ons
• Long operating history with BBB accreditation
• Consistent, named technicians

Watch out: Drain cleaning rates draw occasional complaint, and same-day fits for minor work can be tight.

Google-verified706 Google reviewssince 1956

Services: emergency plumbing, leak detection repair, gas line services, water heater

★★★★★5 (58 reviews)score 88/100

Kud-Pro Plumbing & Drain Cleaning holds a perfect five-star average across all 58 reviews, with John and his team praised for fixing parts rather than replacing whole fixtures. Coverage spans leak detection, water heater replacement, and sewer emergencies with no complaints surfacing in recent reviews.

• Same-day emergency response
• Fix-not-replace approach keeps costs down
• Clear explanation of options and costs
• All reviews five-star with no recent complaints

Watch out: Fewer total reviews than the top names on this list, so the track record is thinner.

Google-verified58 Google reviews26 years of experience

Services: water heater, emergency plumbing, leak detection repair, furnace repair service

★★★★★4.8 (3650 reviews)score 86/100

Call The Bee has by far the largest review base here, 3,650 reviews, and still holds a 4.8 average with named technicians like Mike, Austin, and Tomasz earning praise for root-cause fixes. It's a strong option when you want one company for plumbing plus AC, furnace, or electrical work.

• Emergency response typically within 1.5 hours
• 20+ years operating with multiple state licenses
• Named technicians known for patient explanations
• Handles plumbing, HVAC, and electrical under one roof

Watch out: Some reviewers report vague appointment windows, late arrivals, or install quality slipping on occasion.

Google-verified3,650 Google reviewsover 20 years

Services: emergency plumbing, water heater, furnace repair service, water damage restoration service

★★★★★5 (86 reviews)score 86/100

New Generation Plumbing gets Josh and Josswen named for quick, honest work, with emergency calls handled within an hour and no corners cut on cleanup. The team's comfort with old-house plumbing overhauls and full basement bathroom installs stands out among reviewers who return for repeat jobs.

• Emergency response within about an hour
• Honest, no-upsell pricing
• Comfortable with complex older-home plumbing
• Clean work areas, punctual arrival

Google-verified86 Google reviews

Services: emergency plumbing, water heater, furnace repair service, drain cleaning

★★★★★4.8 (158 reviews)score 86/100

Plumbums covers both plumbing and heating with named technicians Heli and Zach showing up on time and pricing discussed upfront. Most jobs run smoothly across years of service, from small leaks to full bathroom renovations.

• 24/7 emergency response and same-day service
• Upfront pricing with no surprise costs
• Named technicians with long-term customer trust
• Covers both plumbing and heating

Watch out: One large storm-recovery job needed four return visits and left debris and rough drywall cuts behind.

Google-verified158 Google reviews

Services: emergency plumbing, drain cleaning, water heater, leak detection repair

★★★★★5 (66 reviews)score 86/100

Plow and Property Projects responds to emergencies fast, often within an hour, and Wesley and Charles lead a team that documents work with before-and-after photos and daily updates. The focus on preventing repeat problems rather than chasing follow-up calls comes through clearly in reviews.

• 24/7 emergency response, often within an hour
• Honest advice with no pressure tactics
• Daily updates and photo documentation
• Thorough cleanup after water and structural damage

Watch out: Complaints focus on their separate roof snow removal service billing, not core plumbing work.

Google-verified66 Google reviews

Services: emergency plumbing, commercial plumbing, water damage restoration service, bathroom kitchen remodel plumbing

★★★★★4.9 (46 reviews)score 84/100

Julian at Pipe Doctor is a CT Master Plumber with over 20 years in the trade, and reviewers consistently praise his speed on emergency water heater calls and his habit of explaining trade-offs rather than upselling. The review base is smaller than some names on this list but sentiment is strongly positive.

• Same-day emergency response and flexible scheduling
• No pressure to upsell
• Owner explains trade-offs directly
• 20+ years as a CT Master Plumber

Watch out: Charges for in-home estimates on larger renovation bids, which one reviewer objected to.

Google-verified46 Google reviewsover 20 years

Services: emergency plumbing, furnace repair service, water damage restoration service

★★★★★4.5 (4471 reviews)score 83/100

HARP Home Services carries the largest review count on this list at 4,471 and holds multiple licenses across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work. Named technicians Sebastian, John J., Michael, Eric Bowen, and others draw consistent praise for skill and courtesy across a huge volume of jobs.

• Multi-licensed across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
• Established 34+ years
• Named technicians praised for expertise
• Next-day emergency availability

Watch out: A couple of recent reviews mention a cancelled appointment with no warning and pricing that felt steep.

Google-verified4,471 Google reviewsOver 34 Years

Services: furnace repair service, water damage restoration service

★★★★★5 (44 reviews)score 83/100

Frank the Tank's Plumbing stands out for diagnosing issues other plumbers overlooked or wouldn't touch, including refusing unnecessary water heater replacements and catching safety issues competitors missed. Office support from Michelle and apprentice Schuyler round out a small but consistently five-star operation.

• Diagnoses root cause instead of upselling replacements
• Fast emergency response with a personable style
• Pricing consistently fair or lower than quote
• Thorough cleanup and clear explanations

Watch out: Smaller review count (44) than most others here, so treat the track record as promising but less proven.

Google-verified44 Google reviews15+ years

Services: emergency plumbing, drain cleaning, water heater, leak detection repair