Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

well, home remodeling contractor, water softener installer,

About us

Top notch plumbers, friendly staff, the best equipment, real customer care...And the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Punctual Promise: IF THERE'S ANY DELAY, IT'S YOU WE PAY! If we are late for your appointment, we'll pay you $5 per minute! ($300 maximum) We specialize in well pump repair and replacement, drain clearing and cleaning, sinks, disposals, faucets, toilets, water heaters and just about every other type of residential plumbing repairs and replacements. "Our primary concern is the health, safety and well being of our customers"

Business highlights

33 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

CreditCard

Reviews

4.2136 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
62%
4
22%
3
7%
2
2%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.4
value
3.7
responsiveness
4.4
Showing 51-75 of 136 reviews

Robert S.
04/2015
5.0
Reliable to show up when scheduled and flexible hours - which is good for the working person.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ruth V.
02/2015
5.0
Dave was prompt, knowledgeable and very polite. I'd gladly have him back to repair future plumbing catastrophes.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$791

Walter K.
12/2014
2.0
Extremely expensive "a-la-carte" pricing from a book, whether job takes 10 minutes or 10 hours. Bad value for a small job like this pipe repair. Tech was very personable and knowledgeable, but spent more time trying to sell protection plans and services from the parent company's stable of related businesses than just doing the repair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
0.5
responsiveness
3.0

$667

James G.
03/2014
5.0
good

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

rakesh p.
03/2014
5.0
They did a great job, did what the said they would do and on time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jerrold A.
02/2014
4.5
Scott was very professional but also personable. He was friendly and courteous. Customer service and quality of work were good. I personally think the price is a little steep for a blockage but that is more than likely an industry standard. Overall happy with my choice.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
3.5
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Linda S.
01/2014
5.0
Very polite, professional, and seemed to know what they were doing. They were here 2 days and were always on time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Ralph P.
01/2014
5.0
Did an excellent job in rectifying another contractors work from a bath remodel. Very clean and precise work. We are now ready to move the project to it's final completion with the granite supplier and installers. Thank you.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

steve s.
01/2014
2.0
It took 5 days to get an appointment. At the time of the appointment I was called and told that they would be there one day late. The work was grossly over priced. I was charged $636 to replace 2 cutoff valves and an out door spigot. I got retail pricing for the parts and found the cost of parts and supplies for the job to be $75. The work was completed in less than 90 minutes. If you round the time up to 2 hours that makes their labor rate $280/hr! The technician said they use a fixed pricing scheme and that there was nothing he could do about the price. I will not use them again ever.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
0.5
responsiveness
1.0

$640

Marc B.
12/2013
N/A
I am pleased.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.5
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kevin M.
12/2013
5.0
I am extremely satisfied. Colin was a professional and worked diligently to solution the problem without causing any further damage to the finished basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Pam H.
10/2013
4.0
The plumber was on time, professional, clean, and pleasant

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$780

Richard W.
10/2013
5.0
Extremely responsive and very professional.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

matthew r.
10/2013
3.0
very good work; very very expensive

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
1.5
responsiveness
4.5


Ed K.
08/2013
3.0
With tax it cost me $319 to have a bath tub unclogged. The service technician was great and he was there when he said he would be but $289 plus tax for a job that took less than an hour seemed high which is why I rated the value of the service where it was.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
2.5
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$289

Bud W.
07/2013
5.0
Installed a new water heater for us and pressure tank for our well. Prompt, professional and cleaned up after.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Daniel F.
07/2013
4.0
Prompt, knowledgeable, professional, and pricey. Called me almost immediately after I entered my need on Home Advisor. Got plumber to me within a couple of hours. Plumber wasted our time with a pitch on how his company works. They had the new heater in stock, and delivered it quickly, but I thought the job was rather pricey. Since our laminated flooring had been flooded, he hooked us up with ServPro .(I'm sure he got a kickback), who came with hot air blowers and dehumidifiers, and ripped up the flooring. If the plumber hadn't pushed us that way, we'd probably be dealing with mildew.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.5
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,750

Martin L.
06/2013
N/A
Although both technicians was pleasant and was were able to provide upfront pricing, and instal the water pressure tank on the second visit, Benjamin Franklin The Punctual Plumber was not. They were supposed to show up between 8-11 am. Then at 1:30 the office called and told us that the plumber would be late, and if it was okay for him to show up between 11-12. He actually showed up after 12. My father was at the house, and he had no choice but to say okay and wait the extra hours. As far as they lateness guarantee and paying for showing up late is total BS. I called the office, and was told that they would not pay for being late.. bewar

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.5
value
3.0
responsiveness
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,363

William G.
06/2013
N/A
fast and reliable professional service. recommend !

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Contact information

580 Lake Road, Andover, CT 06232

http://www.benfranklinplumbersct.com/

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Licensing

Licensed*

Trade License Number
HIC.0620687
Trade License Locale
CT
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2025
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.

All skilled traders and home improvement contractors operating in the State of Connecticut are required to be licensed or registered by the State Department of Consumer Protection. License or registration identification is required to be on all advertising, business cards, signage, and contracts. You can check to see if a contractor or tradesperson is licensed or registered by going to: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/

Service Categories

well,
home remodeling contractor,
water softener installer,
water heater installer,
drain cleaning company,
plumber

FAQ

Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers free project estimates.
No, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers emergency services.
Yes, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers warranties.

Contact information

580 Lake Road, Andover, CT 06232

http://www.benfranklinplumbersct.com/

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM