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    4.8 (247 reviews)
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    Aaron D.

    Christian was great, quick, and fixed a plumbing issue I couldn't figure out on my own. He explained everything as I did it. I would consider using them again.

    Asking me to get parts that aren't needed
    Jess W.

    **UPDATED** After posting my initial review, the owner contacted me again. He claimed familiarity with Bradford White water heaters but sent a screenshot about Rheem water heaters, which seemed irrelevant since I didn't even know Rheem was a brand before this exchange. The water heater in question is clearly labeled American Water Heater Co. (as seen in the picture I originally sent him). A quick online search for "American water heater white light" indicates the unit was operating normally, which I now know. But that's precisely why I reached out to a professional--I didn't claim to know what I was doing. Despite this, the owner dismissed my point and stated, "I promise you that if I was onsite, there is absolutely no way I would have misdiagnosed that". This logic doesn't hold up, as the video I provided clearly showed the same status light he would have seen in person. Other plumbers were able to diagnose the issue using the same video without being onsite. Additionally, at no point did True Value say, "It would be best if I came to take a look, as it's hard to say exactly what's wrong over the phone." Finally, regarding the "free quote over the phone": As a business, you should stand by the advice you provide, whether remotely or in person. If personal matters (like moving) make it difficult to focus on clients and/or affect your judgment in providing a reliable quote, it would be more professional to call back when available to offer more accurate input. Trying to charge me $425 (minimum) to $2,897 (maximum) for something that didn't need fixing is inexcusable. I understand that everyone has their own circumstances and that mistakes can happen. However, a refusal to take accountability is incredibly disheartening to see, especially from a veteran-owned business that otherwise seems respectable in reviews. If the owner truly stands by the positive reviews, then he should let those speak for themselves rather than spend time trying to discount and discredit my experience. That said, among all the glowing reviews, it does raise the question: how many customers were misquoted, received unnecessary services, and unknowingly overpaid? *initial review* Warning to anyone considering True Value. Absolutely do not recommend and they straight up lied and tried to scam me. Screenshots attached. My normal plumber was not available so I reached out to other companies. Hot water ran out at the house and I tried to relight it. It started flashing a white status light every 3 seconds. Was asked to send a video of the control panel and was told that "it looks like a thermocoupling issue and it needs to be replaced". Quoted 425-625 for labor if the manufacturer shipped out the parts. Quoted 1500 for LABOR ONLY to swap out the entire heater if the manufacturer provided a new one. Not only was the water heater NOT blinking with an error message, another plumber got back to me and said the blinking light indicated the water heater was just fine and needed to turn the dial to choose the water temp. Followed this advice and we have hot water again. Not only was there NO issue, they came up with an absolute made up issue to try and charge for something that didn't even need to be fixed. Even went as far to tell me what parts needed to be ordered. Either extreme inexperience or dealing in bad faith. And I highly doubt it's the former.

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    Amazing service. Quick turnaround on Saturday. Did not try and up charge us for weekend work. Will totally use David and True Value again.

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    Courteous, fast, professional and thorough!!! Free estimates and same day service. Thanks Alexander.

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    Fast, courteous, professional and thorough job on the kitchen line drain cleaning. Used hydro jet. Thank you, would call again.

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    7 months ago

    Super responsive, very fast and excellent customer service. They took care of my problem with a smile and we're priced very fairly.

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    5 months ago

    Speedy work and well done work! THANK YOU, David. Will be calling you again soon. I definitely recommend their services.

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    11 months ago

    We needed a fix in a hurry. True value plumbing was fast, efficient, and friendly. They were able to fix the problem quickly.

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    CM Jetting Services & Camera Inspections

    CM Jetting Services & Camera Inspections

    (80 reviews)

    I spoke with Carlos over the phone to inquire about the branch pipelines and sewer of our house. He…read moregave me advice on what to do to save me money from repairs and for maintenance. I'm impressed w his unselfish knowledge-sharing and guidance. I believe he's an honest guy and care about his clients! I'll be sure to refer him w friends.

    I hired CM Jetting Services & Camera Inspections after talking to Carlos and telling me their…read morepricing was "extremely competitive." I had a feeling the quote was on the higher side, but I trusted that statement and moved forward. Shortly after, I started getting callbacks from other companies like Drain Mob and All American Plumbing and their quotes came in 30-40% lower for the same scope of work. That was frustrating. To be fair, Carlos seems knowledgeable and I don't have any complaints about the quality of the work itself which he deserves 5 stars. However, I do feel misled on the pricing (subtract 1 star) When I brought this up to him, instead of having a professional conversation and addressing the difference by offering to match their prices, he became defensive, raised his voice, and even called me "cheap." That response felt unprofessional and unnecessary (subtracted 2 more stars) Being told your rates are competitive when they're significantly above market and then being treated that way when you question it just doesn't sit right with me. If you're considering this company, I'd strongly recommend getting multiple quotes first so you can make a more informed decision.

    RDZ Plumbing and Drains - Noritz,

    RDZ Plumbing and Drains

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    Normal Heights

    This commentary is because of Yelp, not this company's fault at all. So 4 stars with only the…read morededuction for not doing the job. I'd scanned Yelp to find a plumber to replace my kitchen faucet. I contacted RDZ and after a nice call said yes, though of course I felt the price was too high, but where did I go to plumber's school? Then the phone calls started, some impersonating RDZ and some trying tp take the job. At that time I felt there was some scam going on, and eventually cancelled the job. Apparently I cancelled it with one of the usurpers and not RDZ. Thanks Yelp for sharing my number with so many other plumbers, I'd estimate at least 6. So poor RDZ was on their way, on a Saturday as requested and called to confirm, and I told them I'd cancelled the job. We were all upset but I'd found a local plumber who only works weekdays. I had an unusually available friend who drove from San Diego to open the house here in Julian, CA. I believe RDZ would have done a fine job were they not overwhelmed by Yelp-driven competition, to the point that just had to shut down the process. In fact before I post let's just raise them to that 5th star. Thanks for reading and I hope you remember this review of Yelp and their practices. And there's my mistake of not taking notes on who was calling, checking for problems. Acknowledged.

    I requested a few things that needed to be done and they sent a plumber so they can give me a…read morequote. The plumber was on time and professional. The follow up by the office staff was completely incompetent. They failed to send me the quote so I called them to send it again. After 3 repeated attempts I gave up on this business and did the work myself. It was a complete waste of time.

    Drain Mob - Camera Inspection and Hydro Jetting in San Diego

    Drain Mob

    (546 reviews)

    Rancho Bernardo

    I have had Drain Mob line 3 sewer lines in the past 5 years. Their staff is great: personable,…read moreinformative, meticulous in their work, and careful to protect your home from potential damage. Their cleanup is spotless. They provide good explanations for all of their recommendations and repair methods. They solve difficult problems with sewer lines, especially cast-iron pipe lines in most homes over 40 years old. Relining the cast iron pipe before it leaks avoids the significant expense of replacing it when it is under the slab of your home. They are lined with a fiberglass sleeve that guarantees the pipe for an additional 20 years. It also replaces the cast iron pipe's jagged, rough surface with a smooth liner that reduces the risk of future clogging. They camera the pipe to identify all problem areas. They also re-camera the pipe after the sleeving to document that the repair has been completed satisfactorily. You get a copy of both videos. It has been a pleasure to work with them on the 3 relining jobs we did together. You can discuss any work you may need to have done with the co-owner, Jacob, at 760-807-5491, or jacob at drainmob.com Drain Mob has my highest recommendation! Check out the photo of my last project below captured from the video they provided.

    Drain Mob came out and removed a broken cable that was in the sewer line. They were able to remove…read moreit and then they hydro-jetted the line and it looks like it was brand new. Good job. Thank you

    Quick Water Heater & Filtration Company - The Team

    Quick Water Heater & Filtration Company

    (783 reviews)

    We've used Quick Water Heater & Filtration Company twice now and have been very happy both times…read more Our first install was back in 2019 with Gregg and Jacob, and everything went smoothly. This time around, our Rheem water heater failed before reaching even 7 years, despite having a 12‑year warranty. Even though Quick is closed on weekends, Brandon texted me and set us up first thing Monday morning. Ben (sales) was extremely helpful, walked me through all the options, and made a genuine effort to get Rheem to honor the warranty. Unfortunately, Rheem couldn't provide a replacement and instead offered fair market compensation (still TBD). Not thrilled with Rheem, but Ben handled the situation professionally and kept me informed throughout. We ultimately went with a Bradford White, and Sammy installed it the same day. His work was excellent--professional, efficient, and spotless cleanup. The Bradford White + installation was very reasonable and very surprisingly comparable to my prior installation. Very impressed with Quick's responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to turn everything around in a single day. Highly recommend them.

    Really dislike giving low star reviews. This is an established company. We enjoyed working with…read morethem in the past. Higher in pricing, but we used to praise their customer service. We are loyal to our vendors/contractors as great workmanship is not always easy to come by. In the past Jacob, Erik, and others on the team were always professional, prompt, down to earth-- and all experts. They installed our 3 water heaters from them and a whole house filtration system. We have recommended them to our neighbors as well. Had the most uncomfortable conversation with owner Brandon who we've never interacted with in the past. Shockingly rude. I even said, "sounds like I caught you at a bad time" - yikes. A top contender for most negative and weird vibes from a sales/client interaction. This call happened after a slightly frustrating visit with Ben who admitted he only has 1 year of experience and was trying to keep up as best as he could. He was actively trying to learn on the spot. He was honest which I commend. Ben left saying he needs an actual technician present along with the owner's help to develop a more solid option and plan to move forward. Not a problem at all. It must be frustrating being an expert in your field having to speak about the same products and concepts with home owners who are relearning different/new systems on the fly. But if customer service is not your forte, stick to delegating and take hospitality courses so your loyal customers don't feel like they have to be apologetic for having questions on a $11k quote. Sadly, a "could have been better" 2/5 star experience, wish we could stick with them. Pro tip, maybe ask to exclusively interface with the seasoned members of their crew with 5+ years of experience so you avoid any negativity and can actually get the work you need done.

    True Value Plumbing - plumbing - Updated September 2026

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