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Friend's Plumbing Inc

Plumbing, Water Heaters, Drain Cleaning,

About us

Cost is determined by the job. Family owned & operated for over 30 years. 24/7 Emergency service available, Senior discount. Call for a Friend's Price first!

Business highlights

45 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Plumbing repair, drain cleaning, sewer replacement, water-filtration, remodel service, hot water heater repair, water softeners, leak detection and repair, garbage disposals, toilet repair and replace, faucet replacement or repair

Services we don't offer

Septic cleaning.

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.7186 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
83%
4
6%
3
3%
2
2%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.3
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 101-186 of 186 reviews

EVELYN M.
10/2006
5.0
irrigation systems, plumbing
  + 0 more
The plumber was on time and polite. He worked with us until we were satisfied that the problem was solved.
Description of Work: We thought we had a leak between the house and the water meter because the water meter was still turning when all the water was shut off. After some investigation, Bob replaced the shutoffs to the house and irrigation system and the leak was discovered to be in the irrigation system and not the pipes underground. He also rerouted the piping for the irrigation system to make it easier for the irrigation people to come in next and repair the system.

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
$182

Response from Friend's Plumbing Inc
Thank you [member name removed], customer satisfaction is our number one goal at Friend's Plumbing!

BARBARA C.
09/2006
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The plumber arrived on time and was polite. He was told that we had all the needed plumbing supplies to accomplish the job, but because he did not have all the parts, he said that if I went to Castle Supply in Tarpon, I could save some money. I purchased the parts and brought them back to him to install. I thought that was thoughtful that we could save some money. He completed the job (or so I thought) and I paid him $150 in cash for his services rendered that were not written on the Friend's Plumbing bill of $950. This cash directly to him even though he said he was saving us money made me feel uncomfortable. When my husband came to inspect the work he did not feel the jobs were completed to his satisfaction. He called Friend's and they sent out another plumber who took two more hours to finish the job right. We have used Friend's for years and were happy with the service. We will not use this ''plumber'' again. We did not tell Friend's about the plumber who asked for cash.
Description of Work: Installation of two toilets in our ''flip-it'' house. Install kitchen sink. Install and hook up disposal. Install new bath spout, shower heads. A case of ''one bad apple''?

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$950

Response from Friend's Plumbing Inc
WE REGRET TO FIRST LEARN ABOUT THIS SITUATION VIA A POSTING TO ANGIE'S LIST. THE PLUMBER IN QUESTIONS WAS ALREADY TERMINATED OVER 2 WEEKS AGO BECAUSE WE REALIZED HE DID NOT MEET THE HIGH STANDARDS WE SET. WE WISH THAT THE MEMBER HAD PHONED US WITH HER CONCERN IMMEDIATELY SO WE COULD HAVE QUICKLY ADDRESSED THE PROBLEM. WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON OUR EXCELLENT REPUTATION OF CUSTOMER SERVICE WITH HONEST AND EXPERIENCED EMPLOYEES AND ANYTHING LESS IS NOT TOLERATED. WE WILL BE CONTACTING THE MEMBER DIRECTLY TO EXPRESS OUR CONCERN TO HER AND TRY TO REGAIN HER CONFIDENCE IN US.

DAVID B.
09/2006
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I SIGNED A CONTRACT ON JUNE 16TH OF THIS YEAR TO DO THE NEW PLUMBING INSTALLATION WORK ON A NEW HOUSE, THEY CONTACTED ME ON THE 15TH OF AUGUST AND STATED THEY WOULDN'T BE ABLE TO HONOR THE CONTRACT. REASON GIVEN, THEY LOST ONE EMPLOYEE AND COULDN'T DO THE JOB I. ALREADY HAD FOOTERS POURED AND WAS READY TO START THEIR END OF THE PROJECT. THEY TOLD ME AT THE LAST MINUTE THEY COULDN'T DO IT. THE BUISNIESS STATED THEY WOULD ONLY DO IT IF I HELD THEIR FEET TO THE FIRE AND IT WOULD THAN BE DONE AT THEIR PACE AND SCHEDULE AND NOT WHEN IT WAS AGREED TO BE DONE. THIS CAUSED ME TO HAVE TO GO OUT AND REHIRE A NEW COMPANY TO DO THE JOB. THEY HAVE COMPLETED THE INITIAL JOB. I FEEL THAT THIS COMPANY IS EXTREMLY UNPROFESIONAL.
Description of Work: I had a contract to install plumbing in new home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
4.0


LILIANA B.
08/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I thought the toilet was leaking, but it ended up being the hose. He did an excellent job. I'd recommend him to anyone.
Description of Work: They replaced the hose in my toilet.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Barbara P.
07/2006
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
Gave me a price over the phone, before they came to the house. Other companies would charge me $49, just to come to the house. They stuck to their price and then offered me a deal, where if I signed up, I would get 10% off the days work and future work and inspections. Signing that contract saved me money on the water heater, and they found more things that needed work, that I was able to save money on as well. They were very polite.
Description of Work: I needed a new hot water heater.

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
$592

LINDA F.
06/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
A woman from their offer called me back and walked me through a few steps over the phone to see if we could resolve the problem on our own. She informed us that there was a button on the bottom of the garbage disposal that was a reset switch, and suggested we try that first. We pushed the button and it worked! That saved us from having to pay for a service call and for a repair. They were able to resolve the problem for us at no cost.
Description of Work: Called them for an estimate on plumbing repair/ garbage disposal wasn't working. We had scheduled to have them come out.

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

LORETTA B.
05/2006
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
They were prompt, courteous, and didn't charge me an arm and a leg.
Description of Work: Pretty basic drain cleaning, but since I signed up for their special plan, he came back to check for other potential problems

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

DONNA B.
05/2006
1.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I have felt for the last 2 times I have had their service that they will just add things or say that something can't be changed because they want to increase the bill. After this time, I am sure of it. I called another plumber on your list and they came right out the next day, put in a new washer, and adjusted the handles and it works like a charm...all for $189. I am not saying what work Friend's does is not fine; but to refuse service in order to make the service more complicated and therefore more expensive is underhanded in my book. I won't ever use them again.
Description of Work: I have used Friends' several times & the last time was not happy with them as the plumber burned the siding of my home using a torch too near the house, but I decided to give them another try. I had a leaky faucet in the bathtub. The plumber told me they would not fix it because it was an old style that they don't work on. Instead he wanted to put in new faucet, new pipes, etc, for a cost of around $350. I told him no; he did then check my other products under their maintenance program.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
3.0

$79

BARBARA C.
04/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Husband had removed most of the root that had wrapped around the sewer line, but they had to finish it and cut into some concrete from below a planter to finish the work. (Senior discount)
Description of Work: Repaired sewer line in front yard where tree root had cracked it. Replaced a bathroom faucet handle. Performed minor rebuild on toilets where Clorox tablets possibly had damaged the works.

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
$542

Mike S.
03/2006
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They had all the underground cable companies come out and mark the cables and also pull the permit from the city. The work did fail the first inspection because we are in a flood zone, and a back flow preventor had to be installed, but they quickly corrected it and the inspection was passed.
Description of Work: We had a water leak somewhere between the city meter and and our house. They tried to find the leak but were afraid they would kill one of our trees looking for it. So they suggested running a new water line.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

STEVEN W.
03/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Snaking solved the problem. Plumber was on time and did a good job.
Description of Work: Snaked the main sewer from clean out to unstop the pool bath 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
$164

CLAIRE G.
03/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The people on the phone were polite and knowledgeable. We were able to get service in 1-2 days. Our plumber, Noah, was on time, polite and performed the installation and removal perfectly. We also signed up for the maintenance program which was performed immediately and also gained us a discount on two of the toilets.
Description of Work: We had three toilets replaced because we have had repeated problems with the water conservative gravity flush toilets.

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
$1,500

Deasie B.
03/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The plumber was on time and was honest enough to assure me that my problem was not as big as I thought it was. He replaced a couple of parts in the toilet, and it was fixed. I was so impressed with his honesty that I purchased the life-time warranty, so they can come by once a year and inspect my home for and type of plumbing problems.
Description of Work: On February 16, 2006, I contacted Friend's Plumbing because my toilets were not flushing right. The problem had been going on for about two years, and I was afraid the repair would be more than I could afford. This problem inconvenienced my family and friends whenever I would have visitors.

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
$284

STEPHEN K.
02/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Excellent. I got the estimate, and it was honored even though the job was more difficult than first thought. Mike, the plumber, was very courteous.
Description of Work: Replaced drains in 3 bath tubs and 2 sinks.

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
$434

BETH C.
02/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Joe was courteous and efficient. The work was performed carefully and with attention to detail. Everything was cleaned up afterwards. He offered an annual service contract for a small amount which I accepted. They will come in once a year, change all the commode flappers and sink aerators and inspect all plumbing for leaks or other problems. Since I have all wood floors, I am always concerned about water problems, so I look at this as a great service to keep ahead of trouble.
Description of Work: Replaced one set of the entire shower and tub fixtures and did several other small plumbing repairs as well. He inspected all plumbing through the entire house to make sure we were not facing any potential problems. Joe found none and replaced all the commode flappers and sink aerators.

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
$491

02/2006
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
I AM VERY SATISFIED, AND I WOULD CALL THEM AGAIN. THE PRICE WAS FAIR, CONSIDERING THE WORK THE MAN DID.
Description of Work: They had to put in new sink faucets and piping underneath, because I had a leak.

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
$900

CHARLES C B.
12/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Punctual, neat, clean, polite, well qualified, effective, efficient and brought own company carpets to stand on while they worked on our clean floors.
Description of Work: Installed various upgraded faucets, drain stoppers, master valves, replaced outdoor valve, toilet water returns, and misc.

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
$900

11/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
THEY WERE VERY REASONABLE AND CLEANED UP AFTER THEMSELVES VERY WELL. THEY WERE PLEASANT, PROFESSIONAL, DIDN'T SEEM RUSHED, AND THEY TOOK THE TIME TO EXPLAIN EXACTLY WHAT THEY HAD DONE AND IT SEEMS LIKE THEY REALLY CARE THAT YOU FEEL THEY DID A GOOD JOB. THEY WERE GREAT AND I WILL DEFINITELY USE THEM AGAIN.
Description of Work: REPLACED INSIDES OF A TOILET AND WAX SEAL, REPLACED PLUMBING UNDER A BATHROOM SINK, AND INSTALLED A GARBAGE DISPOSAL IN THE KITCHEN SINK.

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
$255

Deasie B.
11/2005
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
THEY CAME RIGHT AWAY, PERFORMED THE JOB AND WERE GONE WITHIN 2 HOURS.
Description of Work: REPLACED AND INSTALLED A NEW WATER HEATER.

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
$550

JENNIFER S.
11/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
THE COMPANY CAME WITHIN 30 MINUTES AFTER 10 P.M. AT NIGHT. OUR KITCHEN WAS NEW AND THERE COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT OF DAMAGE. IT TOOK APPROXIMATELY 35 MINUTES TO REPAIR THE LEAK AND FIX THE PROBLEM
Description of Work: HAD A LEAKING REFRIGERATOR THAT WAS NEWLY INSTALLED. ICE MAKER AND LINE TO THE UNIT HAD TO BE RE-INSTALLED.

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

STEPHEN L.
10/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
ROUTED IN LESS THEN A HALF HOUR AND REPAIRED THE PROBLEM IN 20 MINUTES.
Description of Work: REPAIRED WATER MAIN TO THE HOUSE ON A SUNDAY MORNING.

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
$130

DEBORA P.
10/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
EXCELLENT JOB. ON TIME. GAVE OPTIONS TO REPAIR JOB. CLEANED UP. PROMPT!
Description of Work: REPLACED SHOWER FIXTURES. NEEDED TO CUT HOLE IN WALL TO GET AT FIXTURES.

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
$264.63

LOU K.
10/2005
5.0
water heater repair
  + -1 more
EXCELLENT INSTALLATION ON SHORT NOTICE.
Description of Work: REPLACED LEAKING HOT WATER HEATER.

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
$500

MELINDA S.
10/2005
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
GOOD. CALLED AHEAD AND EXPLAINED PROCEDURE SO WE WOULD KNOW THE TIMELINE REQUIRED. INSTALLED A MAIN WATER SHUT OFF VALVE FOR OUR CONVENIENCE WHICH WAS VERY HELPFUL.
Description of Work: INSTALLED KOHLER TOILET AND INSTALLED A MAIN WATER SHUT VALVE. INSTALLED REPLACEMENT BALL VALVE ON ADDITIONAL TOILET.

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
$513.7

JULEE S.
10/2005
4.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
THEY WERE ON TIME AND CLEANED UP WHEN THEY WERE FINISHED. I WOULD RECOMMEND THAT YOU ASK FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS BEEN WITH THE COMPANY FOR SOME TIME. THE FIRST TIME THEY SENT SOMEONE OUT THE PERSON WAS NEW AND WHEN HE SAW THE EXTENSIVE AMOUNT OF WORK THAT NEEDED TO BE DONE IN OUR KITCHEN THEY SENT SOMEONE ELSE OUT WHO WAS VERY GOOD. I USED DALE JOHNSON AND HE WAS EXCELLENT.
Description of Work: FRIEND'S PLUMBING RAN A WATER LINE TO THE NEW LOCATION OF OUR REFRIDGERATOR,INSTALLED A LINE FOR A POT FILLER, INSTALLED THREE KITCHEN FAUCETS, AND HOOKED UP ALL OF OUR KITCHEN SINKS, GARBAGE DISPOSALS ECT...

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$847

Contact information

325 Mears Blvd Suite 100, Oldsmar, FL 34677

www.friendsplumbing.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Plumbing,
Water Heaters,
Drain Cleaning,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Sewer Cleaning,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Lawn Irrigation,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

FAQ

Friend's Plumbing Inc is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Friend's Plumbing Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Friend's Plumbing Inc does not offer free project estimates.
No, Friend's Plumbing Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Friend's Plumbing Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Friend's Plumbing Inc offers emergency services.
No, Friend's Plumbing Inc does not offer warranties.
Friend's Plumbing Inc offers the following services: Plumbing repair, drain cleaning, sewer replacement, water-filtration, remodel service, hot water heater repair, water softeners, leak detection and repair, garbage disposals, toilet repair and replace, faucet replacement or repair
Septic cleaning.

Contact information

325 Mears Blvd Suite 100, Oldsmar, FL 34677

www.friendsplumbing.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed