Called Budget at 4:30 p.m. Explained draining problem to Brandon Granger - who remembered me. I think he is the owner. He quoted $150.00 over the phone. (I anticipated a high quote being a July 4th Weekend). I said Ok! He said he'd be over at 5:30p.m., arrived at 5:15p.m. Brandon dismantled the plumbing under the sink, cleaned out the trap and ran a small router down the drainpipe. When it came time to reassemble, he asked if I had any large washers, I did not. He then pointed to damaged threads on the down pipe, said it needed replacement and asked if he should replace it now or return at a later date? I asked how much more would it cost? He said $100.00. I felt pressured to fix it now and said yes. He used a few new parts and completed the job by 6:10 p.m. I would estimate the parts being worth less than $15.00. Brandon used the same amount of time to install the new parts as he would have in replacing the old parts, and in retrospect, I should have only paid extra for the new parts. Brandon is a neat, competent worker. I would probably consider him again but would negotiate strongly and be more aware.
Description of Work: My bathroom sink had been taking longer and longer to drain over time. Unsuccesful attempts with 'plunging', 'vinegar and baking soda' etc failed to help. Expecting visitors on July 4th, made the decision to call a plumber. Had previously used Budget Plumbing (Magnet on the Fridge), called them.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
wendy A.
07/2009
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They did the job which another company was supposed to do. The other company wanted to charge me way too much for the same job. So I called Budget Plumbing for a second opinion and they gave me totally different information. They were also a lot cheaper.
Description of Work: The last time I hired Budget Plumbing was to replace the bathroom fixtures, but before that it was to replace a part of my water heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
MARIANNE C.
03/2008
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Called Brandon on a Monday mid morning. He arrived within an hour and a half, did the job quickly, everything was clean and neat when finished. Honored the $5.00 off coupon from the company website.
Description of Work: I wanted the kitchen drain cleared because of slow draining and some backup when dishwasher/laundry ran. He snaked out the drain.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
BARNDI K.
02/2007
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
We were lucky to have Brandon show up on the same day. He stayed until everything was done to his high level of perfection. He was pleasant, cleaned up and we feel confident about his work.
Description of Work: Fixing, replacing bathroom faucets, replacing sprinkler controls. Brandon noticed other details and snaked our slow drain as well.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$495
Richard P.
07/2006
4.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
On time & businesslike.
Description of Work: Could not identify source of drain blockage/leak, so no work performed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45
IAN C.
07/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Brandon was on time, came with one helper, a bit pricey for the time spent, but he was efficient didn't linger and got right to the task at hand. With time, I probably would have tried to negotiate or shopped around for price. Being as he was punctual, neat and using his professional knowledge allowed us get back to normalcy quickly (instead of using our neighbors toilet), I guess it was money well spent!
Description of Work: During a washing machine spin cycle, water backed up in the drain pipe, flooded my porch. Water also came up in the bathtub and in a separate shower on the other side of my house. 09:35 called and spoke with Brandon at Budget - explained symptoms, he said he would come over before Noon and will call first. At 10:50, he said he would be over in a half hour. He was! He appraised the situation, quoted $150 to "Power snake" the sewer line and if I wanted a "camera" view of the line, it would be $225 extra - I declined the camera. By 12:15 the job was completed and drains cleared!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Terry S.
07/2006
1.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Drain kept backing up - when called to do it again, he argued, refused to come back and then said the warranty was only for a month. He could not understand why I would submit a lousy report. Is he for real?
Description of Work: Cleaned drain - Worked - Only for a few weeks. Refused to honor guarantee - this company shuld NOT receive a good recommendation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
$95
PETER F.
06/2006
5.0
plumbing, drain cleaning
+ 0 more
Excellent. Arrived on scheduled time, and called in advance to confirm appointment. Analyzed the problem and suggested solution and quoted price. Performed work professionally and cleanly. I will schedule other work for Brandon Granger as needed.
Description of Work: Snaked kitchen drain to clean out pipe that was flooding sink when the washing machine drained. Replaced two valves on washing machine inputs and replaced rubber hoses with stainless steel hoses.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$280
CAROLE F.
06/2006
2.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
I thought he was a bit too pricey for the work he did. He also suggested that I needed major line cleaning. As it turned out, I didn't need that. Will probably not use him again.
Description of Work: Unclogged kitchen line and put pipes under the kitchen sink back together again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0
$250
JOHN B.
06/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
On time, very pleasant and professional.
Description of Work: Dishwasher was not draining properly. The air trap was replaced and that fixed the problem completely.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$110
MARILYN A.
04/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Very patient, polite, and punctual. Look no further!
Description of Work: Blocked drain.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
CLAIRE B.
04/2006
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
I was able to schedule the appt. with one call, and they accommodated our schedule.
Description of Work: They came out and took care of our clogged toilet without a problem.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
STEPHEN C.
04/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Brandon answered the phone and gave an ETA of about 2 hours. He arrived almost exactly 2 hours later. Initial estimate for an external rooting through our clean-out access was $150 on a Saturday. He arrived, found the problem required removing a toilet to access the blockage, and upped the estimate to $275 (minus $15 online coupon). He was professional and courteous.
Description of Work: A stoppage in our main sewage line restricted most drain flow out of our toilets, sinks, and showers. Brandon determined the location of the stoppage, removed a toilet, ran a rooter through the line, and cleared it. He replaced the toilet, re-caulked it, and did basic cleanup.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$260
STEVEN V.
02/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
The plumber was on time. He was very professional and very courteous. I was given an estimate on the first day, and the work was completed as planned the following week. He did a very neat and thorough job. He also cleaned up after himself. I have already requested him to do more work in my home. I would highly recommend this company. The fees were somewhat high, but they were exactly the same as an estimate given by another company (plumbing work is just expensive!). You generally get what you pay for and I am happy with the results so far.
Description of Work: Drain cleared after opening wall and replacing occluded drain pipe. The plumber had to also crawl into a very small space under the house to complete the connection.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
Diana S.
01/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Very prompt and professional response. I believe it was the owner who performed the work. I prefer dealing with a small business that takes pride in their work and treats their customers well.
Description of Work: Clogged bathroom sink drain.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$85
RHONDA B.
12/2005
4.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
Budget came within stated time, reasonably polite. Unfortunately, overpriced for an hour's work, even for an emergency. Cleaned up some of the debris, although minimal amount (tissue paper) was left on the ground outside. He did get the job done.
Description of Work: Called 8:30pm on a Wednesday night for an emergency. Raw sewage was backing up in both the separate bath and shower in an apartment unit. Budget cleared drain from a clean-out line in 1 hour.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$350
10/2005
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
THEY DID A NICE JOB. HE WAS VERY PROMPT. WE CALLED HIM ON A SATURDAY, AND HE CAME OUT THE SAME DAY. HE WAS EFFICIENT, AND HE DID IT QUICKLY. THERE WAS NO HASSLE FOR US.
Description of Work: HE UNPLUGGED A SINK IN THE BATHROOM.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$70
ADRIANE B.
09/2005
4.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
THE COMPANY WAS RESPONSIVE UPON MY CALL, BUT DID NOT COME WHEN STATED. I HAD TO WAIT AN ADDITIONAL 1 HOUR BEFORE THEY SHOWED UP. THEIR WORK WAS GOOD AND IT WAS FAST.
Description of Work: MY GARBAGE DISPOSAL WAS STOPPED UP AND NOT WORKING AND WATER WAS BACKING UP IN MY SINK.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
08/2005
5.0
drain cleaning
+ -1 more
HE'S EXCELLENT. I WOULD RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE. I HAD AN APPOINTMENT WITH ANOTHER COMPANY. THEY CHARGED 75 DOLLARS AND NEVER SHOWED UP. THE QUALITY OF HIS WORK WAS EXCELLENT. WE HAVEN'T HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE DRAINS SINCE.
Description of Work: HE ROTO-ROOTED THE SINK AND THEN THE MAIN DRAIN ALL THE WAY TO THE STREET.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$60
Contact information
3131 S Canfield Ave Ste 110, Los Angeles, CA 90034
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Service Categories
Drain Cleaning,
Plumbing,
Sewer Cleaning,
Natural Gas Lines,
Water Heaters
FAQ
Budget Plumbing is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Open All Day
Monday: Open All Day
Tuesday: Open All Day
Wednesday: Open All Day
Thursday: Open All Day
Friday: Open All Day
Saturday: Open All Day
Budget Plumbing accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Budget Plumbing does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Budget Plumbing does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Budget Plumbing offers emergency services.
No, Budget Plumbing does not offer warranties.
Budget Plumbing offers the following services: Water heaters, all faucets & fixtures, drain stoppages, gas lines, earthquake valves, sewer camera, water lines, wall & floor furnace repair.
Contact information
3131 S Canfield Ave Ste 110, Los Angeles, CA 90034