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Frank The Tank's Plumbing

Updated 2026-07-20 · 1,658 reviewed · 100 listed · Scored from 44 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(44) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Emergency PlumbingDrain Cleaning & Sewer ServiceWater Heater Installation & RepairLeak Detection & Pipe RepairFurnace Repair ServiceWater Damage Restoration ServiceBathroom & Kitchen Remodel Plumbing

Google-verified44 Google reviews15+ years

Frank The Tank's Plumbing
Services
Emergency Plumbing, Drain Cleaning & Sewer Service, Water Heater Installation & Repair
Reviews
44

What recent reviews say

Frank shows up fast and solves problems other plumbers miss or won't diagnose. Customers consistently praise his honesty, from refusing unnecessary water heater replacements to catching serious safety issues others overlooked. His staff (particularly Michelle, his office support) and apprentice Schuyler handle communication and follow-up jobs with equal professionalism and care.

Multiple jobs, 4-5 month durability checks, emergency rescues after months of no-shows from competitors, and water heater replacements with proper valve and venting work all came in at fair or lower-than-quote pricing. He cleans up thoroughly, explains what he does, and takes time with customers and their families without cutting corners.

Praised for
  • responsive and quick
  • honest diagnosis and fair pricing
  • personable and professional
  • skilled and thorough workmanship
  • clean work and follow-up
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Best for: Homeowners seeking a reliable emergency plumber who diagnoses honestly and explains the work.
Think twice if: Service area extends beyond Hartford, so confirm availability before calling if you are outside Wethersfield or Central Connecticut.

Strengths

  • Diagnoses root cause instead of upselling replacements
  • Fast emergency response and personable style
  • Fair pricing consistently lower than or matching quotes
  • Catches issues other plumbers miss

Worth knowing

  • Apprentice named Schuyler assists on water heater jobs
  • Office staff Michelle handles communication and scheduling
  • Installs proper valves, union connections, and venting on water heaters
  • Found and addressed serious safety issues other plumbers missed
  • Has completed 5+ repeat jobs for individual customers without water outages exceeding a couple hours
  • Cleaning and follow-up are standard practice
  • CT Plumbing & Piping Unlimited Contractor License PLM.0291498-P1
  • Operates 15+ years

What reviews say by service

Emergency Plumbing
Responds immediately and solves urgent issues quickly when other plumbers bail.
Water Heater Installation & Repair
Diagnoses faulty alarms and pressure issues instead of recommending replacement; installs with proper valves and venting.
Leak Detection & Pipe Repair
Found and fixed shower leaks competitors could not solve; catches complex drainage issues.
Drain Cleaning & Sewer Service
Resolved difficult drainage problems and identified safety issues other plumbers had missed.
Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel Plumbing
Shower and toilet replacements done professionally with clean follow-up.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.72 average across the 40 drain cleaning & sewer service businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 66% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 91
Review volume 72
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How quickly can Frank respond to an emergency?
Reviews report same-day response and quick arrival, with one customer noting he arrived so fast after months of no-shows from competitors.
Are water heater installations done to code?
His water heater work includes proper hot and cold valves, union connections, and correct piping and venting. One review notes he corrected improper prior installations.
Does he explain the work and clean up?
Yes. Customers report he explains what he's doing, provides optional quotes for upgrades, and cleans thoroughly before and after jobs.

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Last updated 2026-07-20