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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Wells and Pumps,

About us

15 + Employees. Uses subs. Cost is determined by the job. Traveling charges may apply. Additional phone - (860) 249-1906.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Repair, replacement and installation of softeners, plumbing, water heaters, drain cleaning, wells & pumps.

Services we don't offer

A/C.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

3.735 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
49%
4
11%
3
11%
2
9%
1
20%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.3
value
3.5
professionalism
4.3
responsiveness
4.5
punctuality
4.7
Showing 26-35 of 35 reviews

Robert W.
01/2016
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Three hundred clams for 40 minutes of work and a $40 replacement pipe. I expect dinner before I get screwed

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$300

Patricia D.
02/2015
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Replaced water pump in well. It took awhile, but it went well and was interesting to watch.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,900

Gayl O.
05/2014
4.0
plumbing, wells
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: They replaced my well pump and all the wiring. They were quick and came right away. They were not pushy and explained everything. A pleasure to deal with.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,800

Richard H.
03/2012
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Excellent performance.
Description of Work: Plumber had to replace gasket around toilet and adjust pipe. Excellent work: timely, courteous, tidy, and reasonably priced. Best plumber I have used in this area.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Larry R.
11/2010
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Excellent. Everyone was professional friendly and went out of their way to explain the procedures. Great guys! I have called them to complete two more plumbing projects. This company also has some great plans for covering your home as well.
Description of Work: Excavated and replaced sewer pipe from house to street connection. Back filled and returned and seeded the lawn.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,599

Steffie & Fred Z.
03/2010
2.0
contractors, ceramic tile, electrician, flooring contractor, plumbing, home remodeling
  + 4 more
We bought the fixtures ourselves and they did the installation. They contracted the electrical. They had a fellow who did the floor and also did a little carpentry work to cover the pipes that were in a corner in our basement. We felt that they did a poor job. They contracted a guy to do the floor and it was just the most sloppy tile job we have ever seen and the carpentry work was crude. There was no problem with the electrical work. Being a plumbing company, they contracted for the electrical and the floor. The plumbing too was not okay. We were not happy with the plumbing. The exhaust wasn't put in properly from the room. It is a windowless room and it had to have an exhaust and the spacing was not right.
Description of Work: Ben Franklin Plumbing came out a little over a year ago and installed a powder room. They put in a new toilet, a new sink, a floor, a ceiling, and light fixtures. They did electrical work as well as plumbing work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$5,000

Response from Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
We did contact this customer directly in response to his rating. Member hired the contractor directly not through us. The contractor did go out and make changes to the customers satisfaction. At the time of the phone call we were not told of any issues with the plumbing work and in fact his dissatisfaction was with the carpentry. Had we been alerted to any plumbing issues we would have taken care of them immediately and to the customers satisfaction.

CLARK B.
06/2007
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I got the guy to show me how to disassemble the old valve. The actual problem, as far as I can tell (I'm not a plumber), was flakes of hard water deposit and a tear in what could at max be a $5.00 gasket. Ben Franklins invoice has a very simple price structure. There were only five standard prices: $99.,$189.,$209., and $397. for lots of common plumbing jobs. Mine was a 3. A man from Ben Franklin Plumbing called me and was concerned about my rating. I explained it was due to the pricing and I don't like flat rate pricing. His idea of flat base pricing makes sense with intention of growth. Hourly rates probably wouldn't work for them. As he pointed out the person who has the highest rates is the slowest guy. I feel given his goals for the company that his rating system makes sense. During our entire conversation he was very polite and seemed like an honest and straightforward gentleman.
Description of Work: Installed new fill valve & float assembly in toilet. Old valve suddenly started filling tank at a trickle rather than at its usual full speed, i.e., it worked fine the night before, but in the morning it only trickled. Representative came on time, was very courteous, explained pricing, & seems to have done quality work. But company is a flat-fee, replace-the-whole-assembly outfit, not a parts-plus-labor contractor. No matter how hard I tried, he would only replace the old assembly, not take it apart & diagnose the problem. Even when I said it happened suddenly, he would not relent. As a result I had to pay $209.00, plus the $49.00 show-up fee for a job that took at best 20 mins. to do. Even assuming the parts were $100 total, that's $330./hour for labor. (You can't count travel time because they charge the $49.00 for that).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$260

Response from Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
UNFORTUNATELY, WE DID NOT KNOW THAT WE ARE LISTED ON ANGIE'S LIST. HAD WE KNOWN, WE WOULD HAVE RESPONDED IMMEDIATELY. OUR COMPANY OFFERS 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. IF YOU ARE NOT HAPPY FOR ANY REASON, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO PAY. IT LOOKS AS THOUGH PRICE WAS THE ONLY DISSATISFYING CATEGORY. WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR THAT. WE DO HAVE UP FRONT "STRAIGHT FORWARD" PRICING. THE CUSTOMER CHOSE TO HAVE THE WORK DONE AND COULD HAVE CHOSE NOT TO. WE ARE HAPPY WITH THE FACT THAT EVERYTHING ELSE WAS RATED AS AN "A" AND ARE SORRY THAT YOU DID NOT SEE THE VALUE OF OUR COMPANY'S SERVICE. WE DRUG TEST AND BACKGROUND CHECK ALL OF OUR EMPLOYEES. WE ALSO HAVE DAILY/WEEKLY TRAINING TO MAKE SURE EACH EMPLOYEE HAS THE KNOWLEDGE NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE SERVICE CALL.

07/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I WAS VERY PLEASED WITH THE SERVICE OF THE COMPANY. THEY WERE PROMPT AND THE PRICE WAS REASONABLE. I WAS HAPPY WITH EVERYTHING AND CAN'T THINK OF ANYTHING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT.
Description of Work: I HAD TO HAVE SOME PLUMBING REPAIR WORK DONE IN MY BATHROOM.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

07/2006
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
THEY DID WHAT THEY SAID THEY WOULD DO AND GOT THE JOB DONE QUICK. THEY WERE VERY HONEST AND TIMELY. THEY SHOWED US HOW IT WORKED AND HOW TO PREVENT OUR PROBLEM FROM HAPPENING AGAIN.
Description of Work: I HAD SOME PIPES REPLACED.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

07/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
WE ARE HAPPY WITH THIS QUALITY AND THE WAY OUR PIPES ARE HOLDING UP. THE PRICE WAS A LITTLE HIGH, BUT I DO NOT HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THE GREAT JOB DONE. IT ONLY TOOK THREE HOURS TO COMPLETE THIS WORK IN A PROFESSIONAL MANNER.
Description of Work: THIS COMPANY PUT IN ALL THE PIPES UNDER MY SINKS AND PUT IN ALL NEW FAUCETS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$972
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Contact information

580 Lake Rd, Andover, CT 06232

www.benfranklinplumbing.com

Service hours

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

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Wells and Pumps,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Electrical,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Ceramic Tile,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Heating and Air Conditioning

FAQ

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is currently rated 3.7 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

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers 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.
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing offers the following services: Repair, replacement and installation of softeners, plumbing, water heaters, drain cleaning, wells & pumps.
A/C.

Contact information

580 Lake Rd, Andover, CT 06232

www.benfranklinplumbing.com

Service hours

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